Entrepreneurs who give a damn — and their stories

Keeping a business alive is hard work. And that’s why an entrepreneur’s “why” is so important.

As a freelance writer, I’ve contributed to several editions of Good Grit magazine to help business leaders and founders share their stories. These features explore the entrepreneur’s origin story and dig into the reasons that keep them going.

Here are some of their stories:

• How an Atlanta chef sparked a movement around the power of giving.
• Souper Jenny Owner Jenny Levison — also known as the chief soup slinger — and her mission to fill in food deserts.
• The story behind how small-town startup Glo Pals synced up with Sesame Street.
• Business Owner Wes Carter’s work to build a more sustainable world with his realm of influence in packaging.
• Restaurant Group Owner Andy Marshall’s desire to find and build a community around food.