These young Cleveland entrepreneurs are optimistic they have what it takes to succeed in today’s increasingly competitive business arena: a solid business plan, a strong work ethic and the determination to succeed. The CJN applauds their efforts and wishes them much success.

Names: Lee Mars, 26, and Howard Perlmuter, 21

Business: RealWorld Entertainment Corporation

Established: 1994

Independent music production company producing major label recording projects. Activities include developing talent, producing songs and remixes, writing and publishing music.