$5.5 billion Visa Mastercard settlement: Who is eligible for a one-time payment?

Mastercard and Visa settled a class action lawsuit months ago that accused the global payment giants of violating antitrust laws to exploit merchants. Millions of businesses were forced to charge high fees to accept customers paying with Visa or Mastercard. Some are entitled to a payout to compensate for the negative effects these actions had on their livelihoods.

Barbaros Karaahmet of Herrick Feinstein Announced as Office Managing Partner of the Year Finalist by Law.com

America's leading media platform in the field of law, law.com, announced the finalists of the Office Managing Partner of the Year award among law firms in America. Barbaros Karaahmet, the managing partner of Herrick Feinstein, one of the well-known law firms in New York, was also included in the list where 10 firms made it to the finals. The evaluation, where the winners will be announced on September 5, includes partners from leading law firms in America such as Sidley Austin, Manning Kass, Tully Rinckey, Holland & Knight, Akin Gump Strauss Hauer & Feld, along with Herrick Feinstein.

New York Life and Beyond Magazine Latest Issue Has Been Released

"New York Life and Beyond" magazine's latest issue focuses on Mediterranean cuisine and features prominent Turkish and Greek restaurant owners in New York and New Jersey. The magazine also includes news and research on owners of restaurants in two states and lists nearly 300 dining places. The magazine also devoted space to the earthquake that occurred in Turkey on February 6 and relief efforts conducted in the United States.

ColdX: Leading the Way in Cold and Frozen Storage Solutions

Cold storage plays a pivotal role in preserving the quality and safety of perishable goods, ranging from food to pharmaceuticals. In this dynamic industry, one company stands out for its comprehensive solutions and commitment to excellence: ColdX. Founded by Eyup Ulu, also the owner of one of New Jersey's largest truck fleets, PortX, ColdX has recently completed construction of its state-of-the-art facility in Wayne, NJ, setting new standards in cold storage services. ColdX offers a wide range of specialized storage solutions tailored to various industries. From frozen foods to pharmaceuticals, the company ensures precise temperature control to maintain optimal conditions throughout the storage period. With its advanced refrigeration systems and climate-controlled environments, ColdX guarantees the integrity of stored products.

"Lean Startup, To Lean Company, To Rich Exit" by Dr. Kenan Sahin is released with Forbes Books

NEW YORK, March 26, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Lean Startup, To Lean Company, To Rich Exit: How To Apply Kenan Systems' $1,000 In, $1.5 Billion Out Principles To Today's Startups by Kenan E. Sahin, PhD is now available. The book is published with Forbes Books, the exclusive business book publishing imprint of Forbes, and is available today on Amazon. Lean Startup, To Lean Company, To Rich Exit tells the story of Dr. Kenan Sahin's extraordinary entrepreneurial journey.

Rising Turkish Entrepreneurs in the American Restaurant Business

By Cemil Ozyurt - The number of food and beverage establishments owned by Turks or offering Turkish cuisine in the states of New York and New Jersey has reached 300. A comprehensive list of Turkish-owned or foreign-owned but Turkish cuisine-serving dining establishments was compiled in a study conducted by TURKOFAMERICA magazine. In New York and New Jersey, there are nearly 300 establishments operating in categories such as fine dining, authentic Turkish cuisine, steakhouse, seafood restaurant, fast food, cafe, lounge, bistro, diner, bakery, pizza & pide salon, hookah lounge, food trucks, and catering. While the number of businesses owned by Turkish entrepreneurs in America was around 50 in 2009, there has been a noticeable increase in the last 10 years. Since the beginning of the pandemic in 2020 until now, nearly 100 businesses have been established.

Eyüp Ulu: The Unsung Hero of the Largest Disaster Relief Campaign: Mobilizing Turkish-Americans for Earthquake Aid

One of the greatest disasters of the century, the earthquake that struck on February 6, 2023, affecting 11 provinces in Turkey, prompted Turkish-Americans in the United States to mobilize for aid efforts. Online campaigns were launched, and people came together to donate clothing, medical supplies, tents, and various other materials. However, questions arose as to how and where the aid would be organized. The logistics company PortX, located in Carlstadt, New Jersey, became the central hub for the relief campaign on the East Coast. With the assistance of around 300 volunteers, nearly 200 containers of relief supplies were packaged at the PortX warehouse.

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Engin Aktaş: The Bread Whisperer Who Shaped the Destiny of a Community

Engin Aktaş, the successful Turkish professional who has been a manager at Calandra's Bakery for 40 years, is a man who stands as a right-hand man to the owner, a member of the family. His life story is a testament to resilience and triumph, unfolding against the backdrop of Calandra's Bakery, a renowned institution in New Jersey. Let's delve into the remarkable journey of Engin Aktaş, where passion, dedication, and a touch of destiny intersect. In August 1984, when he arrived in America, he sought to try his luck in his father's profession of baking in Türkiye. He applied for a job at a small bakery in Newark. The owner observed his dough handling skills but wasn't entirely impressed. "You're good, but not that good," he remarked. Determined, the young Engin boldly replied, "We'll see about that," and set off to another bakery across the street. There, he was immediately hired. After three weeks of work, he returned to the first bakery he applied for a job. Little did he know that this place would be Calandra's, one of New Jersey's most famous bread bakeries. From that day forward, he would change not only his own fate but also the lives of countless Turks who would venture into New Jersey. Established by Luciano Calandra, an immigrant from Palermo, Sicily, in 1962, the bakery is still managed by his children Anthony, Luciano Jr., and their grandchildren.

Jackson Hole Diner: A Legacy of Exceptional Burgers and Star-Studded Patrons

Jackson Hole Burgers chain were started by brothers Jimmy and Chris Meskouris at 232 East 64th Street on the Upper East Side of Manhattan in 1972. The name "Jackson Hole" was selected for the restaurant because they found a National Geographic article on Jackson Hole, Wyoming under the floor when they were renovating and they also happened to live in Jackson Heights, Queens.
In a recent interview with Alexander Meskouris, the owner of Jackson Hole Diner, we delved into the history and legacy of this iconic restaurant chain. Alexander, a third-generation Greek-American, shared his family's journey and their dedication to preserving the unique charm of Jackson Hole.

From Athens' Kitchens to New York's Plates: Vasiliki Vourliotaki's Culinary Expedition

Vasiliki Vourliotaki, a 36-year-old talented chef, was born and raised in Athens, Greece. She discovered her passion for cooking at a young age and pursued her culinary education in Athens. After completing her studies, she started working at a restaurant in Rhodes, Greece, which was part of a hotel. Initially, she began with simpler tasks like preparing salads but soon found her true calling in cooking on the line, specializing in sautéing and grilling. While there are no professional restaurateurs in her family, cooking has always been a shared love and talent. From her great grandmother to her father, mother, and even her brother-in-law, the art of cooking runs deep within their blood.

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