Actress Anna May Wong shattered a glass ceiling by starring in an American major motion picture 97 years ago. But nearly a century later, representation issues still plague Hollywood.
Candice Helfand-Rogers
Candice Helfand-Rogers has worked as a journalist for some of the largest news organizations in the country over the course of her 15-year career, including CBS Local News and The Star-Ledger. She earned her B.A. in Journalism & Media Studies at Rutgers University. In her spare time, she enjoys singing with several ensembles in New York City. Please contact candice@thestoryexchange.org with questions or pitches.
Posts by Candice Helfand-Rogers
How Severe Burns Inspired This Entrepreneur’s $1 Million Skincare Business
After a cooking accident left her with burns, skincare entrepreneur Sally Olivia Kim of Crushed Tonic turned to collagen to heal herself.
Would Jeff Bezos Donate More to Australia’s Relief Efforts if He Were a Woman?
The Amazon CEO’s contribution leaves something to be desired – namely, more money. We turn to women social entrepreneurs for reminders of what charitable giving can really look like.
BAFTA, Just Like Golden Globes, Shuts Out Women Directors
But there’s some progress: The Director’s Guild of America reports more women directing TV shows.
Michelle Williams Delivers Powerful (and Personal) Speech at Golden Globes
The acclaimed actress spoke about the freedom of personal choice – as a mother and a voter – while accepting her latest award.
9 Motivational Quotes From Famous Women Entrepreneurs
These stars of the stage, screen, sports and more are using their platforms to share words of inspiration. We’ve rounded up the quotes that give us a bigger boost than our morning coffee.
How Women Entrepreneurs Are Playing to a Growing Holiday Shopping Trend
Amid environmental waste concerns, holiday shoppers are increasingly favoring secondhand finds and experience gifts. We know some female founders who can help.
5 Business Branding Trends to Keep in Mind in 2020
Thinking about how best to brand your growing business in the new year? We break down five great possible ways to set yourself apart.
Greta Thunberg’s Campaign Against Climate Change Earns Her a Top Honor
Time magazine has named the internationally-renowned eco-warrior as its 2019 Person of the Year. We think she more than deserves the distinction.
5 Women-Led Companies Who Scored Big with VCs in 2019
Despite the odds and depressing statistics, these female-founded firms raked in millions of dollars from investors – and made headlines – this year.
Amid Angry Rhetoric, Kitchens Helping Immigrants and Refugees Are on the Rise
Women entrepreneurs are creating social enterprises that aim to help the marginalized find restaurant jobs – while mending political rifts through food.
Beyond Stuff: The 5 Best Experience Gift Ideas for the 2019 Holidays
The Story Exchange’s 2019 holiday gift guide celebrates women entrepreneurs selling services and experiences that are equal parts fun and fulfilling.
Oprah Just Featured Products Made by 23 Women (Yes, Lady Gaga Is One of Them) in Her Gift Guide
The media queen released her 2019 holiday gift guide – and a third of it is brought to us by women entrepreneurs.
1 Lesson Women Entrepreneurs Can Learn From That Less-Than-Perfect Disney+ Debut
Mistakes happen – as mass media giant Disney learned when its new streaming service experienced significant technical difficulties on its first day. If they can rise above it, so can you.
Hey Google: Look to Women for Your New ‘Social Impact’ Accelerator
The tech giant’s upcoming business accelerator will lift up startups designed to tackle sustainability. We’ve seen women entrepreneurs lead the way on this.