What is the Gig Economy? The gig economy is a labor market where people earn wages by performing flexible, on-demand work usually found through apps or websites. [1] Globally, the gig economy is vast and is projected to exceed a market size of over $1.8 trillion by the year 2032. [2] Some sectors of the gig economy include asset-sharing services, transportation-based services, professional services, and handmade goods & household services. [3] Gig work can be found on plat

Ava Dressendofer is a current 1L law student at Villanova University Charles Widger School of Law.  Ava recently launched her business, Mi Ciélo Charm Bar, a charm-based jewelry company that has achieved a 90% profit margin. In this spotlight, Ava discusses what inspired Mi Ciélo Charm Bar, how she pivoted and innovated throughout her journey as entrepreneur and student, and how the law is an essential aspect of growing and protecting her business.  Q: I was doing a bit of re