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We've interviewed hundreds of successful women entrepreneurs about their small business journeys and what they learned along the way. Read the stories of inspiring startup founders, mid-stage strivers and established business leaders. Learn from the experiences of women business owners of every age working in every industry, from around the world. Discover the many paths women are taking to build great companies, break through barriers and cultivate economic and social good. Get ready! These everyday role models may well inspire you to start your own business, or give you killer ideas for growing the one you have. You may even feel inspired to share your startup story with us.
Giving Black People a Place in the Stationery Aisle – and the Climate Chaos Fight
Through Aya Paper Co., SaVonne Anderson is celebrating Black joy and love while doing her part to save the planet. All in a day’s work.
Finding Healing Through Animals
After a difficult and lonely childhood, Debra White discovers peace through Winslow Farm animal sanctuary.
6 Startup Tips from Successful Coaches and Entrepreneurs
Wondering how to be a coach, or a business owner in general? We’ve got expert advice.
Finally, Broadway Is Coming Back. But the Pandemic Made an Indelible Impact on These Playwrights
Lucy Moss of ‘Six’ and Antoinette Chinonye Nwandu of ‘Pass Over’ say lockdown and personal crises have influenced their art.
Rethinking the 40-Hour Work Week
Pandemic living has forced a societal reckoning with how we structure our time spent on-the-clock – and many are finding that less is more.
Mom or Entrepreneur? A New Report Says Women Need New Policies in Order to Be Both
For many mothers, entrepreneurship has become a means for flexibility — a necessity in this day and age.
Her Fashion Brand Empowers Women in Guatamala. Now, She’s Fighting for Change at U.S. Border
After 15 years running Mercado Global, Ruth Álvarez-DeGolia is taking on a bigger role to aid immigrant families from Central America.
They Sat Empty During the Pandemic. Now, Women’s Co-working Spaces Are Making a Comeback
Co-working businesses had a rocky year, but these spaces are actually planning to expand.
4 Ways to Actually Support LGBTQ Workers
Pride-themed merchandise isn’t necessarily a bad start – but truly lifting up the LGBTQ community is a year-round, intentional action.
For These 3 Founders — and Family Members — Buying Black Is Hella Personal
Two sisters and their cousin started a new e-commerce site exclusively featuring Black-owned businesses.
DEADLINE SATURDAY: Apply for $25,000 Award for Women in Science Working on Water Crisis
The Story Exchange will award $5,000 incentive prizes to 5 female scientists addressing climate change. Application deadline: July 31.
This Ex-Bumble Branding Exec Is Swiping Right on … Income Insurance?
Alexandra Williamson started Asteya after having to take time off work at the dating app due to a medical condition.
Long Before Plastic Bag Bans, She Made the Original Eco-Friendly Sack
If you now carry around a reusable shopping bag, you probably have Sharon Rowe to thank.
3 Snapshots of Getting Back to Work Mid-Pandemic
Reopening one’s business amid a global tragedy is anything but a cut-and-dry experience, as these women entrepreneurs can tell you.