Entrepreneurialism
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A cut above
The passing of knowledge from master to apprentice takes years of work. In our new feature, we explore this craft, beginning with Florence’s revered Liverano & Liverano tailors and their commitment to bespoke suits.
Marshan & Medina
A new generation of creative types are being seduced by the faded charm of the city that was once home to Paul Bowles and William Burroughs.
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?
Expo 61: Mighty Mittelstand
They may not be sexy but the small firms that make everything from dog leads to lifting gear are the fuel powering Germany’s economy.
Inventory no. 61
This month, the natural world brings wood, leather and rare essences to the fore and creates unexpected combinations with chocolate-and-caramel tea and a vodka that starts life with a cow.
The ice man
Finland’s icebreakers keep the Baltic Sea navigable and its ports open. Captain Tommy Berg of the MSV Fennica says keeping the ship on the right course is ultimately a team effort.
Harbour dreams
The city of Kaohsiung in southern Taiwan is considerably more relaxed than the capital Taipei. But behind city hall doors, a formidable team is seeing through some ambitious plans.
Collingwood
Creative industries and individuals from near and far are flocking to the renovated factories and warehouses of Collingwood.
Do it yourself
Monocle meets five creative businesses and entrepreneurs who have gone their own way, and we ask them how, and why, they did it.
