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On the make
Naples is said to exemplify both the best and worst of Italy. Monocle discovers the city's spirited heart of craft and industry, speaking to the ‘artigiani’ committed to their dear city.
Where are you going?
It’s time to go. Walk out the door. There’s a big, inspiring world out there and by getting on a plane or train you might just find the perfect spot for your next venture.
Boosting Houston
Economy-wise, Houston is bigger than Austria and South Africa, thanks largely to its oil and gas industry. But alongside the energy behemoths, small entrepreneurial businesses are finding a welcoming niche.
New World Order
Adrian Cheng is CEO of one of Hong Kong’s largest businesses, with fingers in all kinds of pies. But, he says, it’s easy juggling responsibility when you have the right team supporting you.
All in it together
As companies collapse, the frenzied pursuit of profit seems to lead to bankruptcy. But the global resurgence of co-operatives points to a beguiling alternative: put employees and customers first.
Clean break
This Tennessee city used to be known for smog. Now, Chattanooga has cleaned up its act, establishing itself as a technology hub and home to Volkswagen’s only US factory. How did it happen?
New Oyster Cult
The owners of The Oyster Inn never intended to open a restaurant, let alone a hotel. Two years on, they’re the proprietors of a local institution and a winning New Zealand brand.
Better together
You don’t have to do it all alone. Make sure you know who to call whether you are running for re-election, rebuilding your city or rethinking your retail business in 2013.
Two’s company
Husband-and-wife team Martine and Prosper Assouline have built their luxury publishing house by doing what feels natural. From a Paris apartment, Assouline is now a US-based market leader.
Time to reboot
New Zealand’s capital is driving to establish itself as a major hub for innovation. It’s small enough to create an intimate working environment – and big enough for the plan to work.
