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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.
10 Female Leaders That History Forgot
This infographic from the Brighton School of Business & Management celebrates several women your textbooks may have omitted.
Documenting the Women Behind the Camera
Filmmaker, author and professor Alexis Krasilovsky says financing is the biggest issue facing female directors and producers.
Shining a Spotlight on Female Filmmakers
Citizen Jane Film Festival co-founder Paula Elias is helping women get seats at the proverbial table in the movie-making business.
Fighting For a Voice Through Song
TamTam, an LA-based singer/songwriter who was born and raised in Saudi Arabia, has found a creative way of using her voice for equality.
Should You Be on Our Power List?
Female entrepreneurs between the ages of 35 and 55 are experienced breadwinners in the earning prime of their lives. Tell us how you’re making an impact!
It’s 2015, But Women Still Have to Fight for Equal Pay
This infographic from marketing company Expert Market shows that the pay gap between genders is a reality in every state in the nation.
Battling the Tech World’s ‘Dark-Ages’ Mindset
Up-and-coming venture capitalist Sarah Kunst is doing her part to revolutionize the tech and investing industries, despite colleagues with outdated views.
Modem Sounds Were Music to Her Ears
Shaherose Charania, the entrepreneurial force behind Women 2.0 and Founder Labs, was hooked on the Internet ever since she first logged on in high school.
A Film Inspired by Female Coffee Producers in Costa Rica
In a “A Small Section of the World,” director Lesley Chilcott spotlights women who spark a revolution in the coffee world.
Our Science-Inspired Gift Guide!
Check out these awesome STEM-tastic gifts for that geeky loved one from female entrepreneurs all over the world.
Have Yourself a Prosperous Little Christmas
Female merchants at New York’s Union Square Holiday Market tell us how business has been this season.
Helping Women Visualize Financial Freedom
Camille Gaines, founder of Financial Woman, uses her online advisory business to encourage women’s fiscal dreaming.
Deciding There’s Nothing Wrong With a Lifestyle Business
Anne Dowling of Breckenridge, Colo., runs a pair of wine and cheese shops — and gets some good skiing in on powder days.
Lori Hoberman Starts Her Own Law Firm, Incubator
A New York lawyer popular with entrepreneurs becomes one herself.