Graham and Max Fortgang, the co-founders of MatchaBar, discuss the rise of matcha green tea and why their brand is specifically connecting with so many, including their latest investor, rap superstar Drake.
We dig into the versatility of matcha, with Graham noting how many ways you can have it served - hot or cold - and the different flavors that can be added. He digs into the long history of the drink, dating back to the days of the monks. The Fortgangs consider their matcha to be "ceremonial grade," referencing the way that it is prepared.
Each bottle, available online or in Whole Foods, costs $3.39. They note the low price as something that is reflective of their motto that matcha should be "approachable" and "for the people."
After the 2021 boom, IPO activity slowed down significantly, in part due to monetary policy – but things are getting moving again with tech-friendly companies like Iboutta and Rubrik making a public debut.
With an increasing demand for mental health services, one person wanted to change the therapy game. In 2017, CEO Alex Katz founded Two Chairs, a company that uses technology to match patients with the right therapist.
Not only is April Financial Literacy Month, it’s also the kickoff of the spring homebuying season. So now is the time to make sure you have a financial plan in place – and why it might not be wise for that to include buying your first home.
While the U.S. may slowly be on the path to lowering inflation (and therefore interest rates), Europe has thoroughly trounced America, putting it on the path to lower rates by this summer.
April's release of the monthly Housing Starts and Building Permits reports by the Census Bureau provides crucial insights into the construction activity in the housing market. These reports are an economic indicator, shedding light on the current state of the housing market and its broader economic impact.