Only so many people are lucky enough to make a career out of their hobby. Matt Abourezk, 54 and Ann Keith, 56 both grew up passionate about photography. Both Abourezk and Keith tried to create a photography business, but only Abourezk’s took off. He now works full-time as a photographer, and Keith does marketing for a real estate company. What was the difference between the two? Does success come down to personality, business plan, or both?  Continue reading →

The West Village in the 80s was a colorful neighborhood; a hot spot for clubs, dancing, music… and dishes.

Right out of college, Julie Gaines, now 51, met her husband Dave Lenovitz, 54, in a small, family-owned glassware shop on West 15^th street. He was working the register, she was shopping for dishes. They quickly fell in love not only with each other, but with American-made dishware. Continue reading →