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How Danae Ringelmann Came Up With Indiegogo
The San Francisco native says she was inspired by her small-business-owner parents to create the crowdfunding platform.
Positive Attitude, Positive Change
Financial adviser Manisha Thakor wants to “link women’s empowerment and personal finance, so women’s voices can soar.”
How a Free Spirit Landed Corporate Contracts
As part of our with the New York Times, we profile Kristine Jones of New England Flagger Services.
Making Science a Friendlier Place for Women
The Association for Women in Science seeks to rectifying the systemic issues facing STEM women.
Business Brings Happiness to Kids and Owner Alike
Danielle Gletow of One Simple Wish discusses how her venture has helped foster children.
When It Takes a Woman to Design Products for Women
Scientist Amy Sheng of CellScope is designing a device to help moms diagnose kids’ ear infections.
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.