February 14, 2012

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We’ve got a business crush. Quite honestly, it’s a small business love affair.

We scoured the globe to locate ten entrepreneurs that make business look “Oh, so good!” These entrepreneurs’ embody a ‘personal brand‘ style that is just as enviable as their business acumen. Take a look at which entrepreneurs made the final cut and vote for your favorite business crush via Twitter.

Lauren Remington Platt [VOTE]

Founder and CEO, Vênsette

Location: New York, NY

Website: www.vensette.com

Twitter: @LaurenRemington

Lauren Remington Platt is the Founder and CEO of Vênsette.com, a members-only Web site that allows its users to select from pre-styled hair and makeup options, starting at $250 for in-home visits by professional hair and makeup artists. The site offers bookings for a roster of about 30 hair and makeup artists who will travel to the client’s office or home.

Dr. Farrah Gray [VOTE]

CEO, Farrah Gray Publishing

Location: Las Vegas, NV

Website: www.drfarrahgray.com

Twitter: @RealFarrahGray

Dr. Farrah Gray is an entrepreneur, speaker and author. Dr. Gray became a self-made millionaire by the age of 14 and received an Honorary Doctorate degree of Humane Letters from Allen University at the age of 21. At 26 years-old, Gray presides as the CEO of Farrah Gray Publishing, an imprint and book publishing company distributed by HCI Books.

Khanh Nguyen [VOTE]

Designer and Creative Director, Nha Khanh

Location: Dallas, TX

Website: www.nhakhanh.com

Twitter: @nhakhanh

Khanh Nguyen is the Designer and Creative Director of Nha Khanh — a ready-to-wear, custom Atelier and bridal line. As a recipient of the “Top Achievement Award” at a local design competition, the young designer soon landed an internship in Paris – and trained with one of the world’s leading fashion houses. In January 2010, Khanh made her childhood dream a reality with the launch of her collection. The company manufactures garments exclusively in the United States.

Morgan Collett [VOTE]

Co-Founder, SATURDAYS Surf NYC

Location: New York, NY

Website: www.saturdaysnyc.com

Twitter: @morgancollett

Morgan Collett, is the co-founder at SATURDAYS Surf NYC — a surf and coffee shop located on Crosby Street in New York. The company has garnered a devoted local and global following. Their tees have been featured in global publications and showcased in select J.CREW stores.

Leila Velez [VOTE]

CEO and Co-Founder, Beleza Natural

Location: Rio de Janeiro, Brazil

Website: www.belezanatural.com.br

Twitter: @belezanatural

Leila Velez is Founder and CEO of the chain of Beauty Institutes, Beleza Natural. She has served as a guest lecturer at universities and events on entrepreneurship and innovation in Brazil, Uruguay, Argentina, Chile, Portugal and the US. Velez is also a co-author of the book “Success Stories From the Small and Medium Enterprises.”

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