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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.
Discouraged in School But Thriving as Tech Entrepreneur
AP Computer Science nearly derailed Melody McCloskey’s career in tech. Today she’s running StyleSeat in San Francisco.
After a Disaster, a Winery Starts Anew
Delia Viader finds a better business model after her entire inventory goes up in smoke.
The Tangled Web We Weave
PlumbTalk, Inc. CEO Shelley Plumb talks through the experience of letting feelings dictate finances.
Packing and Tracking in a Tech-Savvy World
In this 1,000 Stories update, Nadine Cino of Tyga-Box Systems chats about her company’s digital developments.
A Light Look at Serious Stigmas
Using comedy to examine those old stereotypes about girls’ career aspirations.
Three Years of Female Empowerment
The Story Exchange marks its third anniversary of celebrating, informing and supporting women business owners.
Coming Together to Make an Impact
The National Girls Collaborative Project brings together organizations in support of girls in STEM.
Prepared for a Male-Dominated World
Shaan Kandawalla pushed gender norms in her native Pakistan. Now, she’s ready to take on the U.S. tech scene.
The Power of an Astronaut’s Legacy
Sally Ride Science helps students and teachers in STEM, thanks to the work and inspiration of its famous founder.
Deciding to Join the Family Business. Sort of.
Elizabeth Rees, whose family owns a printing company, finds her own path with Chasing Paper.
The Lost Art of Sewing
As part of our continuing series with the New York Times, we profile homespun designer Jan Erickson of Janska.
Podcast Transcript
Alison Chung: I have friends who call me the inspector, the detective. My family members will not allow me to be in the presence of their digital devices. When I visit, everybody locks everything up. Colleen DeBaise: Welcome to The Story Exchange, featuring the stories and strategies of entrepreneurial women around the world. I’m Colleen … Continued
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Danae Ringelmann: Having watched my parents struggle so much to grow their business cause they never could actually get a loan to do it, I really did wanna understand money and why it was so hard to get money and help figure that out. Colleen DeBaise: Welcome to The Story Exchange, featuring the stories and … Continued
Learning the ABCs of Corporate Contracts
Kristine Jones, who provides “flaggers” to manage traffic at work sites, figured out a way to land big utility companies as clients.