Frederieke Van Doorn is the founder of FREY., a high-end fashion brand meeting the needs – and wants – of her working women clients.
1,000 Stories
More than 1,000 women entrepreneurs from around the world have told us about their personal business journeys. Here are their stories, in their own words. Tell us yours!
Her Resin Art Started as a Pandemic Hobby. Now, It Makes Her Millions
Taylor Dean launched Tart By Taylor, a line of vibrant resin made objects, while passing time during Covid lockdowns. Today, she’s planning to go global.
She Packs Her Sparkling Waters With the Good Stuff
Cristina Kown is the co-founder of All Phenoms, a line of sparkling waters infused with vitamins, adaptogens, organic fruit and more.
After Being Stalked, Bullied on the Job, She Set Out to Create Safer Workplaces
Gina Battye is an entrepreneur offering psychological safety training programs to multinational corporations.
Her Affordable Backpacks are Designed for Every Kind of Adventure
Matilda Sandstroem is the founder of Adventurist Backpack Co., which makes high-quality, affordable backpacks whose sales help feed families in need.
Her Studio Produces Professional Photos – from an iPhone
Lisa Haukom is the founder of photography studio The Goldenbrand, which offers both commercial photography and creative courses.
After a Decade Doing In-House Marketing, She Struck Out on Her Own
Lisa Wells is a one-woman PR firm balancing press demands with clients needs.
This Plastic Surgeon Says Her Skin Care Line Gets Results Without Surgery
Michele Koo is the founder of Private Practice, a line of skin care products that puts nearly three decades of medical expertise into a bottle.
She’s a Mom of Two Making the Discreet Sex Toy No One Will Recognize
Xin Hamilton’s Freya sex toy may look and act like a razor – but it’s also a vibrator.
Her Company Copywrites For Nonprofits and Community Leaders
Kat Jackson of Lehigh Valley Copywriter wants to elevate those who are doing good for the world.
She Wants to Tackle Tricky Eczema – and Attitudes Towards It
Joanne Ang was inspired to create her skincare line, Kansoskin, after watching her brother suffer from severe eczema.
She Wanted a Tea to Replace Caffeine and Alcohol
Allison Ullo is the founder of luxury herbal tea brand Leaves of Leisure.
She’s Got all the Legal Services an Entrepreneur Could Need – Under One Roof
Lauren Boyd is a lawyer and entrepreneur dedicated to helping CEOs and founders build legal foundations.
She Provides Accounting Services to Small Businesses
Marisa Thompson started Flexibooks Business Services after feeling “stagnant and unfulfilled” in her corporate work.
She’s Supporting Women in Their Postpartum Recovery
Lizeth Cuara of Misty Phases is bringing postpartum recovery wear to the mainstream while advocating for fair maternal care for women of color.