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From Refugee Camp to Successful Entrepreneur

Nada Kiblawi was born in a refugee camp, lived through a few wars and finally found safe haven and economic independence as an entrepreneur in the U.S.

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Judi Townsend: Woman Entrepreneur Cashes in on Body Parts

Judi sells body parts — heads, legs, arms — as part of her business repairing, recycling, renting and selling used mannequins.

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Lyn Lee: For Love of Chocolate and Children

Lyn Lee’s love of chocolate inspired her to start a company that sold just one product.

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Tell Your Story and Showcase Your Business

Join the 1,000 campaign and have your story featured on our site.

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Immigrant Makes Peace, Near and Far

In the coming months The Story Exchange will be joining the national conversation on immigration reform by telling the personal stories of immigrant entrepreneurs. Watch the first profile in our new series.


 
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Open Mic Series: Q&A on Legal Business Filings

Deborah Sweeney, founder of MyCorporation, has worked for fifteen years with small businesses and real estate investors to incorporate their businesses. She shares her advice for our Open Mic Series.

 
 
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Opportunities for Women Entrepreneurs

The Story Exchange has curated a list of competitions and grant programs for women entrepreneurs. Find your next opportunity here.

 

 
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1000 Stories Spotlight: Kenyan Immigrant Helps Families Live Their American Dream

Ati Okelo Williams started DC Home Buzz to help homebuyers understand the market and financial information to find the best homes for their families.

 
 
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TSE Special Series: America’s Immigrant Entrepreneurs

We take a closer look at the stories behind immigrant women entrepreneurs and what immigration reform could mean for them and America’s future.

 

 
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Four Essential Elements for Successful Website Design

Marketing Consultant Bianca B. King offers her top four tricks that make small business websites stand out and retain visitors.

 
 
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Opening Doors: The Business Benefits of Women-Owned Certification

Find out how women-owned business are increasing sales to major corporations with the help of organizations like WEConnect International.

 

 
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What Type of Financing is Best for Your Start-Up?

Many new businesses use a combination of funding sources to get startup capital. But how do you know what’s best for your new business? Strategy consultant Jessica Oman, looks at the pros and cons of each resource.

 
 
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Record High: 40% of Moms Are Primary Breadwinners

New research has found that 40 percent of all households with children under 18 years of age include mothers who are either the sole or primary source of family income.