Business

Oct 07 2018, MARSHALL HINSLEY

Fort Worth landscaper launches online native plant store

A Fort Worth woman, Agnieszka “Anna” Hurst, launched Eco Blossom Nursery, an online store selling native and well-adapted plants. Aimed at environmental conservation and beautifying North Texas yards, these plants offer wildlife habitat, require minimal resources, and support local ecosystems while donating to local nonprofits.

Aug 07 2018, MINNIE PAYNE

Denton company cooking up nontoxic soap products

Lion Bear Naked Soap Co. founders Alex Schreiber and Jason Schreiber, left and right, shown with employee Chris Klabunde, center, and daughter Ally. Photo courtesy of the Schreibers.

Aug. 7, 2018

Five years ago, a Denton couple developed cleaning formulas that are safe for people and the planet. Thanks to a whimsical name and a ultra-green business model, today their company's future appears to be growing brighter.

Jul 31 2018, MINNIE PAYNE

Fort Worth marketing mavens dive into water education

Arianne Shipley and Stephanie Zavala launched their Fort Worth-based public communication company Rogue Water last fall. Photo courtesy of Rogue Water.

July 31, 2018

Two Tarrant County marketing consultants are making a splash in North Texas as experts in water education.

Best friends Stephanie Zavala and Arianne Shipley each had 10 years’ experience as public education specialists for municipal water utilities when they found themselves working together for the city of Mansfield in 2015.