The media queen released her 2019 holiday gift guide – and a third of it is brought to us by women entrepreneurs.
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
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.
Why ‘Harriet’ Just Scored $12 Million at the Box Office
The biographical feature film – which had women in lead roles both on and behind the camera – performed better than expected during its opening weekend. But we shouldn’t be surprised.
Geena Davis Offers 1 Possible Solution for Getting More Women on Screen
As the Academy recognized the achievements of women at its Governors Awards, honoree Geena Davis offered an idea for how to turn the tide toward equality.
Finally, a Company Cares About Menopausal Women. No Surprise Its CEO Is a Woman
A British television station is showing the world how businesses can care for employees going through menopause.
5 Tips and Tricks on How to Start an Ecommerce Business, From Those Who Did It
Thinking of launching an online business? First, get some advice from those who are virtually – and literally – thriving in the ecommerce world.
The 4 Words That Sparked a Record-Breaking Marathon Run
Runner Brigid Kosgei motivated herself to shatter a world record in the 2019 Chicago Marathon with this inspirational mantra.
She’s in the $4 Million Business of Bringing People Together
Event producer extraordinaire Anna Rembold is making connections – and profits – through her fast-growing event planning firm.
Got the Best ‘Experience’ Gifts? Apply Now for The Story Exchange’s Gift Guide
Our 2019 holiday gift guide will go beyond “stuff” to celebrate the best experience gifts offered by women entrepreneurs.
Saving Our Oceans, One Load of Laundry at a Time
Researcher and entrepreneur Rachael Z. Miller is on a mission against microfiber pollution. Her startup, Cora Ball, is taking the fight to washing machines the world over.
6 Ways Women Entrepreneurs Can Go Green With Their Companies
Are you trying to figure out how your company can be more Earth-friendly? Check out our round-up of eco-friendly business practices – then adopt them today.
How Equal Pay Stole the Show at the 2019 Emmys
Actress Michelle Williams made America’s ongoing pay gap between men and women employees the topic of the night at the 71st annual awards show.
Because ‘There’s Not a Lot of Time Here.’ 8 Reasons Why Women Ecopreneurs Want to Save the Earth
Plastics in the ocean. Eroding coastlines. Enterprising women explain why they’ve launched business or nonprofits to fight climate change and other environmental disasters.
Inspired, or a Misfire? ‘Ms. Monopoly’ Sparks a Debate
With its latest reboot of the famous board game, Hasbro envisions a world where women make more than men. Does it go too far – or not far enough?