From Student to Social Entrepreneur: Laura Elena Salgado Perez (BSBA, 2021) “Education has no age limit—and with effort and passion, dreams can become reality.” That belief guided Laura Elena Salgado Perez, a 2021 graduate of CSUMB’s College of Business, on a remarkable journey from the heart of Baja California, Mexico, to becoming the CEO and founder of KAFENS Café de Olla—a socially conscious coffee brand making a difference in [...]

Why It Hurts Team Building and MoraleA thriving company culture isn’t built on perfection but on progress, adaptability, trust, and intentional team building. When leadership sets impossible standards for team building, employees don’t rise to the challenge; they retreat, fearing failure and avoiding innovation. Pursuing perfection stifles creativity, discourages risk-taking, and ultimately erodes morale.At NorthStar Strategic Partners, we believe that a strong company culture encourages excellence, but realistic expectations are [...]

The courier industry is facing new challenges as UPS and FedEx implement higher fees and adjust to recent U.S.–Canada tariff changes. UPS has added a 2% fee for credit card payments and $25 fees for check or wire transfers, while promoting ACH payments as a no-fee alternative. Late fees have risen to 9.9%, and new fuel surcharges apply to services like address corrections and declared value. Tariffs are also impacting [...]

The courier industry is facing new challenges as UPS and FedEx implement higher fees and adjust to recent U.S.–Canada tariff changes. UPS has added a 2% fee for credit card payments and $25 fees for check or wire transfers, while promoting ACH payments as a no-fee alternative. Late fees have risen to 9.9%, and new fuel surcharges apply to services like address corrections and declared value. Tariffs are also impacting [...]

In entrepreneurship, every choice—big or small—shapes the trajectory of your business. Yet in today’s fast-moving environment, it’s easy to get swept up in trends, external pressure, or the fear of missing out. This article explores how entrepreneurs can make decisions grounded in clarity, purpose, and alignment with their long-term vision. Drawing from real-world experiences and leadership insights, it highlights the value of pausing before reacting, listening to your inner compass, [...]