Female entrepreneurs bring sensitivity and human connectedness to international business, writes Laurel Delaney.
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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.
It’s Time for Women to Take on the World
Having women involved in international business is good for the global economy, says Laurel Delaney, author of a new book on exporting.
Cleaning Up Our E-Waste Mess
Find out how Traci Phillips got into the business of preserving Mother Earth.
Dee Poku on Inspiring the Next Generation of Women Leaders
The former Hollywood studio executive talks to lifestyle expert Claudia Chan about launching a global conference for women leaders.
Bobbi Brown on the Business of Beauty
The makeup artist turned millionaire entrepreneur talks to Claudia Chan about hard work, under-eye concealer and what truly makes a woman beautiful.
Mother and Daughter Create Eco-Friendly Arm Candy
Tammy Asher and Chelsea Farmer’s silk wrap bracelets worked like a charm on our TSE Gift Guide editors.
Serving an Indonesian Community Through Soap
Nadya Saib and her mother impressed our TSE Gift Guide editors with their mission to create soaps that sustain farmers.
Recalling a Christmas Spent with a Start-Up
Becky O’Neil of Arlington, Va., remembers her first Christmas as an entrepreneur: She worked the entire day.
Designing a Buzzworthy Box
Mary Aspinwall co-created Boxai, which brings attention to the declining bee population. Our TSE Gift Guide editors thought it was the bee’s knees.
Fostering Female Social Entrepreneurs
Longtime activist Servane Mouazan says women are drawn to mission-based businesses. She hopes her London network will help thousands grow their social enterprises.
When You Wish Upon a Seed
Genevieve Morganstern sells goods made by women artisans in the Amazon, such as this necklace pictured above, through her online marketplace Nayariva.
Mom Designs Napkin for a Waste-Free Lunch
Eco-conscious parents will be just as thrilled as our TSE Gift Guide editors to try out these quirky paperless napkins.
A Cosmetic Bag to Keep Girls in the Game
Our TSE Gift Guide editors were blown away by Katie Rock’s water-resistant bag which makes a bold statement in both look and deed.
12 Holiday Gifts That Give Back
From puppy-saving chocolate to rainforest-friendly necklaces, we’ve curated a list of “gifts with a mission” made by female entrepreneurs.
A Colorful Apron Ties Sustainability with Fun
Patrice Wynne’s fiesta-inspired frock, made by the family of seamstresses pictured above, livened up the prospect of cooking for our TSE Gift Guide editors.