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Food Truck Nation Q&A: Boston’s Dynamic Duo

Emerging Issues
August 8, 2018
Bon Me
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Patrick Lynch and Ali Fong launched Bon Me, an Asian cuisine food truck, in 2010 after participating in Boston’s food truck contest. Their business, which became profitable in its first year, has since expanded to include eight food trucks, two food carts, and seven restaurants with 230 employees. Patrick spoke with the Foundation about his experiences as an entrepreneur in one of the country’s fastest-growing industries.
Taylor Kirk
Emerging Issues
Entrepreneurship

A New Twist on Leadership

Emerging Issues
July 17, 2018
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Ben Schiesl, a summer intern for the U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation, writes about the leadership skills he’s gained as a Division I diver and coach. He highlights three distinct qualities that are applicable in sports and any leadership position.
Ben Schiesl
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