Claudia Mirza came to the U.S. to reunite with her father. While she’s found success, she says immigration is painful.
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Videos and articles about successful women entrepreneurs building great companies, breaking through barriers and cultivating economic and social good.
Rihanna Just Made Fashion History, Joining Other Powerhouse Women in a New Trend
The performer and business owner just broke a serious glass ceiling in the fashion world for women of color. She’s also the latest celebrity to turn star power into sales.
8 Great Gifts for Moms, Made by Mompreneurs
Here’s a list of Mother’s Day gift ideas featuring presents made by women business owners who are also parents. From luxurious robes to facial serums, we’ve got you covered.
Best in Show: 3 Tips From a Dog Walker Who’s Grown a $3.6 Million Business
Becky O’Neil of Becky’s Pet Care says she learned to evolve with the times — even if that means caring for chickens.
Janelle Monáe on ‘Ugly Dolls,’ Coming Out, and Running a Record Label
Grammy-nominated pop star, record-label CEO, and actress Janelle Monáe stars in new movie Ugly Dolls (now in theaters), but she’s also an LGBTQ voice in entertainment.
How Saying No to Big-Name Cosmetics Gave This Woman Entrepreneur a Creative Business Idea
Rachel Budde of Fat and the Moon wanted makeup with recognizable ingredients. When she couldn’t find what she was looking for, she set out on her own.
How a ‘Champion of Change’ Stays Inspired, Even on Soul-Crushing Days
Deborah Shore of Sasha Bruce Youthwork has worked with homeless young people for 45 years. The work is not easy.
Can’t Offer Fast Free Shipping Like Amazon? Do These 3 Things Instead
Judi Henderson-Townsend of Mannequin Madness isn’t using drones for delivery. But she does offer a small business personal touch.
Serena Williams Just Revealed That She’s Been Secretly Investing In Women for 5 Years
America’s most-buzzed-about professional tennis player took to Instagram to reveal her portfolio, which favors diverse leadership.
This Boston Chef Likes to Do Something Most People Hate. That’s Why She’s Successful
Chief among Ana Sortun’s leadership skills is the ability to embrace change. Here’s how she does it, at popular restaurants Oleana, Sofra and Sarma.
Relax, a Super-Hot Rival Is Nothing to Fear
Felena Hanson launched her own co-working space Hera Hub in 2011. And then WeWork became a household name. But that’s been great for business, she says.
13 Inspirational Women Whose Startup Stories Will Kickstart Your Dreams
At The Story Exchange, we get to write about brilliant, role-model-worthy female founders daily. In honor of Women’s History Month, we’ve compiled a list of inspirational women whose startup journeys and impactful works left a lasting mark on us.
You Know Her Face, But Do You Know Her Story? Inside Gisele Bundchen’s Billion-Dollar Empire
Behind the world’s most popular football player is the super-successful wife whose career (and net worth) eclipses his.
Thanks to This Musical Disrupter, the Chorus Is No Longer a ‘Uniblob’
Dianne Berkun Menaker’s Brooklyn Youth Chorus is tackling everything from race and identity to gender and sexuality — and making students’ voices heard.
After the Sandy Hook Shooting Took Her Son, a Mom Finds a Mission
What do you do when loss upends your life? Scarlett Lewis’s nonprofit aims to prevent school shootings by bringing social and emotional learning to schools.