Cold Spring Advisory & Louis Ottimo
Every installment of the 2016–2017 reporting on stock-loss recovery firm Cold Spring Advisory Group and its principal, Louis Ottimo.
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Benefits of A franchise vs Startup
The benefits of a franchise vs a startup are considerable, so let's investigate. Starting a restaurant can be an exciting journey, but navigating the waters of…
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Backpacking in Salta and Jujuy, Argentina
Backpacking in Salta and Jujuy, Argentina was Kena's idea. She was a young, beautiful, adventurous Colombian whom I had met when I first moved to Buenos…
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Copacabana: The Great American Supperclub
The Copacabana in New York City was one of the most iconic nightclubs of all time. It was 5:00 AM. Jerry Lewis just walked into Reubens…
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