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Tech’s Diversity Problem is Harming Black Women Entrepreneurs, Experts Say
The National Urban League’s 2018 report highlights the woeful lack of technology industry opportunities for African-Americans. With tech training scarce, black women business owners pay an outsized price.
Can’t Move for an Accelerator? Springboard Enterprises Coaches Female Founders Virtually
Online accelerator Springboard Enterprises has connected hundreds of women entrepreneurs to its network of experts who have “been there, run that.”
Meet the Startup That’s Satisfying Social Media’s Thirst for Beautiful Photos
Jen Loong is connecting photographers throughout Asia to local clients through her online platform, WanderSnap. But as smartphone cameras become even more advanced, can her business compete?
This Brooklyn Business Owner is Crowdfunding to Answer Moms’ Prayers for Simple, Sustainable Baby Clothes
Laura Genova aims to bring her eco-conscious kids’ footie pajamas, designed to be both no-fuss and eye-grabbing, to the masses.
Techstars Is On the Hunt for Brilliant Startups With 1 Key Trait. Do You Have It?
The Boulder, Colo.-based tech accelerator looks for all-star teams when deciding who to accept into its 40 international business programs.
Female Entrepreneurs: Have a Product People Love? Y Combinator Wants You
The Silicon Valley business accelerator wants more women on board. Here’s how to get into the program that gave fuel to Dropbox and Airbnb.
The Next Spanx? This Startup Hopes to Solve an Age-Old Women’s Fashion Problem
Marissa Beaty wants to address a fashion pain point — finding flattering, functional pants. Her startup, Feminine Figures, will sell leggings that tackle the problem head on.
How a Fashion Founder Got Her ‘Butter Soft’ Kids’ Denim Into 200 Boutiques in 2 Years
After stints at Gap and Estee Lauder, Aaina Jain of Blu & Blue saw a world of entrepreneurial opportunity in denim. It helps that her family has long owned a clothing manufacturing business.
An L.A. Filmmaker Seeks $50,000 for Documentary on #MeToo and Workplace Harassment
Sarah Moshman is diving deep into sexual harassment in the workplace with her new film, telling wrenching personal stories and seeking ways to eradicate abuse from offices for good.
5 Crowdfunders to Watch – Cultivating Heartfelt Projects
In this edition of our crowdfunding column, we’re spotlighting female founders who are fundraising for ventures and projects that are near and dear to their hearts.
This Video-Driven Fundraising Site is Making Stars Out of Women Entrepreneurs
IFundWomen gives female founders virtual space to learn and grow, while they raise money. It also gets them ready for their close-ups.
2 Secrets to Crowdfunding That Nobody Tells You
Concetta Rand of crowdfunding site IFundWomen encourages female founders to rethink how they approach crowdfunding campaigns. Here are her two best tips.
This Female Founder Helps Businesses Stay Ahead Of Hackers
Molly O’Hearn, co-founder of anti-fraud technology company Iovation, says she and her fellow founders decided to start their firm after learning the hard way just how devastating hacks can be.
This 1 Simple Trick Helped a Food Entrepreneur Scale Her Business
Growing pains ultimately brought the founder and owner of Mary Lee Kitchen business success as well as the confidence to be in any space.