Arina Ponomareva built an app, Flashee, where boutique designers sell their threads to climate- and budget-conscious customers.
1,000 Stories
More than 1,000 women entrepreneurs from around the world have told us about their personal business journeys. Here are their stories, in their own words. Tell us yours!
She Built a Community for Nonprofit Leaders
Joan Garry provides resources, coaching, and more to individuals working to make our world a better place.
She Helps Her Clients ‘Get’ Email
Liz Wilcox turned her email marketing know-how into a self-named business that works with fellow founders.
She Wants Every Child to See Themselves in Her Books and Toys
Shaneisha Dodson offers dolls, stories and puzzles that feature Black and brown girls through her online shop, Brilliant Girl.
She Turns Discarded Sports Gear into Retro-Style Bags
Kate Harvey takes old ski and snowboarding attire and upcycles it all into fanny packs, zipper pouches and more.
She’s Making Life Sweeter for Her Community
Olivia Carpenter’s cookie company, Via’s Cookies, offers treats for every diet, and donates a portion of its profits to marginalized students in need.
She Created A Mentorship Program for Teen Girls
Cassie McDuffey provides educational activities and guidance for young women in the Jackson, Mississippi, area.
Her Business Helps Youngsters Learn French Avec Leurs Parents
Amy Maan is the founder of 123 Petit Pas, which offers engaging virtual French-language classes for children and parents to take together.
Her Mobile Coffee Cart Creates Gathering Spaces Wherever it Goes
Iasia Montana-Maye’s business on wheels, Espressate, brings specialty coffee to events around Durham, North Carolina.
A Champion for Women of Color in the World of Comics
Have no fear – Shequeta Smith is here! The founder of Shero Comics aims to bring better representation to comic books, games and more.
Her Edible Decorations are Perfect for Junior Chefs
Kristina Schlegel creates kid-friendly edible stickers and decorating kits through her company, Make Bake.
Her Kitchen Gadget Makes Cooking Safer
Ever found yourself struggling to drift off because you’re worried you left the stove on? Akshita Iyer’s smart knob, Ome, is designed to help you sleep soundly once more.
She Inspires Children to Stay Positive in Tough Times
Cat Kozuch spreading empowering messages to kids with her Believe a Buddy teddy bears.
A Clean, Inclusive Beauty Brand Inspired by Her Daughter
Lakeisha Turner, founder of Keisha Elise Cosmetics, wanted to sell vegan beauty products while also promoting diversity and giving back to her community.
She Crafted a Caffeine-Free Coffee Alternative
Orleatha Smith is the founder of Sip Herbals, a line of teas designed to take the place of your cup of joe.