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Fort Lauderdale Entrepreneur Launches Initiative to Simplify Automated Passive Income
Joseph Harris combines e-commerce and fintech tools to help small businesses build consistent, scalable revenue streams
Published on Feb. 13, 2026
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Joseph Harris, a serial entrepreneur from Fort Lauderdale, Florida, has announced a new initiative focused on making it easier for individuals and small businesses to build automated passive income streams. The program combines established e-commerce frameworks with proprietary financial research to provide a structured path toward recurring revenue and long-term income stability.
Why it matters
The initiative aims to remove barriers and make income automation more accessible to creators, small business owners, and aspiring entrepreneurs who may not have significant capital or large teams. By integrating operational tools and research insights, the platform offers a practical framework for launching and scaling income-generating assets like drop-shipping, subscription services, and fintech-enabled savings and investment products.
The details
Harris brings years of experience in e-commerce and financial technology to the initiative. The system is designed to guide users from concept validation to launch and optimization, incorporating educational resources, implementation templates, and data-driven insights to help participants identify viable markets and deploy repeatable processes. The objective is to enable entrepreneurs to build consistent, automated income streams that scale responsibly, rather than relying on speculative strategies or get-rich-quick promises.
- The initiative was announced on February 13, 2026.
The players
Joseph Harris
A serial entrepreneur and the founder of The Ecom Direct and CG Research, who is leading the initiative to simplify automated passive income for small businesses and entrepreneurs.
The Ecom Direct
A company founded by Joseph Harris that provides e-commerce systems and automation tools for entrepreneurs.
CG Research
A research firm that collaborates with The Ecom Direct to develop data-informed strategies to support scalable online income models.
What they’re saying
“Too many people believe passive income needs to be complicated or reserved for those with deep pockets. Our approach removes unnecessary barriers. We combine proven e-commerce frameworks with fintech tools and real-world research so entrepreneurs can build consistent, automated income streams that scale responsibly. This is about practical independence, not get-rich-quick promises.”
— Joseph Harris, Founder, The Ecom Direct and CG Research (EINPresswire.com)
“Our focus is long-term sustainability. When automation is paired with proper research and disciplined execution, it becomes a tool for stability and growth.”
— Joseph Harris, Founder, The Ecom Direct and CG Research (EINPresswire.com)
What’s next
The initiative is currently in the launch phase, and the company plans to offer educational resources, implementation templates, and data-driven insights to help entrepreneurs build consistent, automated income streams.
The takeaway
This initiative aims to democratize passive income by providing a structured, research-backed approach that empowers small businesses and entrepreneurs to leverage e-commerce and fintech tools to create sustainable, scalable revenue streams. By removing unnecessary barriers and focusing on long-term stability, the program seeks to help individuals and small operators compete effectively in digital marketplaces.
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