Angie Hicks of Angie's List (now just Angi™) Built a Billion Dollar Personal and Consumer Brand
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In 1995, Angie Hicks spent all of her time going door-to-door in Columbus, Ohio, trying to sign people up for a new home services referral business.
Today, Angie's List, now rebranded to Angi™, is a household name, referring millions of members to plumbers, painters, and more.
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