Category: Entrepreneur

Roosevelt Island is known for its natural beauty, with a main attraction being the views of Manhattan. As part of New York City’s borough system, Roosevelt Island has a long history as an integral part in the metropolis. However, the island is making important changes in rejuvenating itself. Shelton Haynes and his team at Roosevelt…

Ross Levinsohn is the CEO of Sports Illustrated and The Arena Group, two companies making waves in the publishing industry. His extensive experience and leadership in the media and communications sector have enabled him to propel both companies forward, with a focus on quality content and increased revenue, while also setting new standards for the…

Shelton Haynes is the CEO of the Roosevelt Island Operating Corporation (RIOC), responsible for the day-to-day operations and development of Roosevelt Island, a small strip of land in New York City’s East River. Recently, under the leadership of Haynes, the RIOC finalized a development project in the Riverwalk neighborhood of Roosevelt Island. According to News…

Miki Agrawal, a successful entrepreneur and social innovator, believes in challenging the status quo. She believes that to make a real impact, and one must be willing to look beyond what is accepted as the norm and find unique, creative solutions to the world’s problems. Miki Agrawal has demonstrated that it is possible to make…

Gretchen Robinson is the Director of Distribution and Member Relations at Roosevelt Island Operating Corporation (RIOC). As such, she ensures the organization serves NYC and its surrounding area. The Roosevelt Island Waterfront Corporation is dedicated to providing quality water access, trails, and recreational areas in a natural setting while allowing people to enjoy it all…

Miki Agrawal is a trailblazer who has achieved success in various fields. She is best known for her entrepreneurial endeavors, having founded two distinct businesses, farm-to-table pizzerias, and period-proof underwear companies. Miki Agrawal has released two best-selling books, Disrupt-Her: A Manifesto for the Modern Woman and Do Cool Sh*t. Both books inspire individuals to take…

Jason Hope is an expert on the future of social networking; he has observed changes in social networks for some time and has seen trends emerge. From this, he has outlined three potential future aspects of social networking sites that may come to exist:   Social networking sites facilitating the growth of businesses: Social networking…

To be an effective leader, you must have a clear sense of purpose. It begins with understanding the four pillars of leadership. Leadership is not a position or rank that is given to someone. It is something that is earned. Individuals who can inspire others and positively impact their lives have what it takes to…

Gary McGaghey – A Strategist CFO Gary has developed four ways to become a strategist CFO from his own experience as a CFO and as an executive coach. He’s shared these ways for all people to benefit from his insights. Ways to Become a Strategist CFO There are four ways to become a Strategist CFO:…

Wayne von Borstel’s dedicated grandmother permitted him to invest some of her own money when he was just 18 years old, kindling an early interest in finance. Over more than three decades, he has directed this energy towards supporting people and families in acquiring a clear handle on their financial situations so that they may…