Crowd-funding campaign launched for eco-friendly materials, programming -- Around the world, shipping containers have been refurbished for a number of uses, ranging from artist studios to storefronts and even churches. Kaley Foster, a local entrepreneur, has created a repurposed container in Akron that will help educate the community about sustainable practices and … [Read more...]
The buzz about beeswax and ‘Queen Bee’ Kaley Foster
Locally owned and made in Akron, Urban Buzz is a beeswax candle company dedicated to providing 100-percent natural, clean-burning candles. Partnering with local apiaries and businesses, Kaley Foster, the “Queen Bee” and mastermind behind the label, has turned what was once a dream into a tangible reality. From a recipe consisting of a love for crafts, creativity, business … [Read more...]
The singing beekeeper with the unmistakable smile
Wesley Ian’s smile struck a chord with me. How could anyone smile that much and not get tired of smiling? Of course, he is always full of energy; businessman, self-starter, a dad, a performer, and a common sense advocate who wanted to make his own way. That is the man with the smile worth 83,000 pounds of honey. He will often quip that he “wanted to make the community … [Read more...]
West Side Market Day showcases local sustainable artisans
On a recent scorching Sunday afternoon, innovative beekeeper and owner of Akron Honey Co. Brent Wesley afforded west side shoppers an island from the heat and humidity by organizing the second annual Jefferson Avenue Market Day. The tented display booths showcased cooking demonstrations and novel new products from Akron’s new generation of creative young entrepreneurs. These … [Read more...]
