Time magazine has named the internationally-renowned eco-warrior as its 2019 Person of the Year. We think she more than deserves the distinction.
Posts by Candice Helfand-Rogers
5 Women-Led Companies Who Scored Big with VCs in 2019
Despite the odds and depressing statistics, these female-founded firms raked in millions of dollars from investors – and made headlines – this year.
Amid Angry Rhetoric, Kitchens Helping Immigrants and Refugees Are on the Rise
Women entrepreneurs are creating social enterprises that aim to help the marginalized find restaurant jobs – while mending political rifts through food.
Beyond Stuff: The 5 Best Experience Gift Ideas for the 2019 Holidays
The Story Exchange’s 2019 holiday gift guide celebrates women entrepreneurs selling services and experiences that are equal parts fun and fulfilling.
Oprah Just Featured Products Made by 23 Women (Yes, Lady Gaga Is One of Them) in Her Gift Guide
The media queen released her 2019 holiday gift guide – and a third of it is brought to us by women entrepreneurs.
1 Lesson Women Entrepreneurs Can Learn From That Less-Than-Perfect Disney+ Debut
Mistakes happen – as mass media giant Disney learned when its new streaming service experienced significant technical difficulties on its first day. If they can rise above it, so can you.
Hey Google: Look to Women for Your New ‘Social Impact’ Accelerator
The tech giant’s upcoming business accelerator will lift up startups designed to tackle sustainability. We’ve seen women entrepreneurs lead the way on this.
Why ‘Harriet’ Just Scored $12 Million at the Box Office
The biographical feature film – which had women in lead roles both on and behind the camera – performed better than expected during its opening weekend. But we shouldn’t be surprised.
Geena Davis Offers 1 Possible Solution for Getting More Women on Screen
As the Academy recognized the achievements of women at its Governors Awards, honoree Geena Davis offered an idea for how to turn the tide toward equality.
Finally, a Company Cares About Menopausal Women. No Surprise Its CEO Is a Woman
A British television station is showing the world how businesses can care for employees going through menopause.
5 Tips and Tricks on How to Start an Ecommerce Business, From Those Who Did It
Thinking of launching an online business? First, get some advice from those who are virtually – and literally – thriving in the ecommerce world.
The 4 Words That Sparked a Record-Breaking Marathon Run
Runner Brigid Kosgei motivated herself to shatter a world record in the 2019 Chicago Marathon with this inspirational mantra.
She’s in the $4 Million Business of Bringing People Together
Event producer extraordinaire Anna Rembold is making connections – and profits – through her fast-growing event planning firm.
Got the Best ‘Experience’ Gifts? Apply Now for The Story Exchange’s Gift Guide
Our 2019 holiday gift guide will go beyond “stuff” to celebrate the best experience gifts offered by women entrepreneurs.
Saving Our Oceans, One Load of Laundry at a Time
Researcher and entrepreneur Rachael Z. Miller is on a mission against microfiber pollution. Her startup, Cora Ball, is taking the fight to washing machines the world over.