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ZocDoc: Founded so you can see a doctor on YOUR schedule

Cyrus Massoumi’s ruptured eardrum inspired the creation of ZocDoc, a site that allows patients to locate and book doctor appointments online. It’s as simple as entering your zip code and insurance (if applicable), and in seconds, ZocDoc shows you doctors near you with availability by...

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ArtStar: Founded so everyone can collect limited-edition pieces of art

Just like that cute Lanvin dress you got at H&M for $149, ArtStar.com lets you buy contemporary art from world-renowned artists for $450 or less (including the frame). Whether you’re an avid art collector, a post MBA ready for home décor sans IKEA or...

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Warby Parker: Founded because hip, high-quality eyeglasses shouldn’t break the bank

In 2008, Neil, Andy, Dave and Jeff were sick of paying $500 for a stylish pair of eyeglasses. Their solution? Designing their own fun and fashionable eyewear brand at an affordable price point of $95.00. Diverging from the status quo isn’t the...

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Broadcastr: Founded to modernize one of our oldest traditions—storytelling

When Andy Hunter and Scott Lindenbaum met years ago in a Masters program for fiction writing, little did they know they would become business partners who would contribute to the evolution of storytelling. Their brainchild, Broadcastr, has potential to become the people’s radio station...

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Purpose: Founded to create 21st century movements

Jeremy Heimans is a “movement” entrepreneur. Through his most recent venture, Purpose, he combines political insights, behavioral economics, brand strategy, and cutting edge technology to enable large numbers of people to come together and...

ZocDoc: Founded so you can see a doctor on YOUR schedule

Cyrus Massoumi’s ruptured eardrum inspired the creation of ZocDoc, a site that allows patients to locate and book doctor appointments online. It’s as simple as entering your zip code and insurance (if applicable), and in seconds, ZocDoc shows you doctors near you with availability by the hour. You can check out their educational background, specialties and read reviews from other patients.

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Youtholding: Founded by (and for) Young Turks

How much do you know about Turkey? Thirty-one-year-old Emrah Kaya believes the most important thing you should know is that 50% of the population is under the age of 29. Over the past decade, he’s created a mini-media conglomerate designed to focus on youth marketing, engagement and sales.

 

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Exclusively.In: Founded to make Indian fashion globally accessible

Thanks to Exclusively.In, designer saris, ornate jewelry sets and modern home décor items can reach your doorstep in New York or Nashville in just days. Co-founder Sonny Caberwal, a Sikh-American lawyer turned entrepreneur now living in New Delhi, challenges us to think beyond our comfort zones.

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ArtStar: Founded so everyone can collect limited-edition pieces of art

Just like that cute Lanvin dress you got at H&M for $149, ArtStar.com lets you buy contemporary art from world-renowned artists for $450 or less (including the frame). Whether you’re an avid art collector, a post MBA ready for home décor sans IKEA or a creative gift giver, this is an e-commerce platform to check out.

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Engineered Care: Founded to help patients avoid going back to the hospital

Millions of Americans are re-admitted into hospitals after initial stays because they don’t understand their follow-up care instructions, resulting in their inability to recover properly. Chris Corio and his team at Engineered Care are putting technology in place to improve communication and coordination between nurses and patients to avoid re-admissions. He’s saving hospitals and patients money and time with his sophisticated software. Read more…