Richard Thalheimer is the founder and former CEO of The Sharper Image, and creator of RichardSolo.com. The Sharper Image grew over thirty years to become a 200 store chain with $800 million of sales. After Richard retired from Sharper Image in 2006, the company several years later went into bankruptcy, and the stores closed. However, his love for gadgets lives on, and after his departure, he launched RichardSolo.com, an online store of new, interesting and useful products. Additionally, Richard serves on the Board of Trustees of the San Francisco Ballet.
In this interview, Richard tells the story of how he came up with the idea for The Sharper Image, his advice for entrepreneurs who are looking to take their idea and turn it into a business, and more.
To read the full, original article click on this link: Richard Thalheimer's Entrepreneurship Advice - Forbes
