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Candice Helfand-Rogers
Candice Helfand-Rogers has worked as a journalist for some of the largest news organizations in the country over the course of her career, including CBS Local News and The Star-Ledger. She earned her B.A. in Journalism & Media Studies at Rutgers University. In her spare time, she enjoys singing with several ensembles in New York City and spending time with her son. Please contact [email protected] with questions or pitches.
Posts by Candice Helfand-Rogers
Circling Back: Traci Phillips Finds Success by Staying True to Her Roots
When we featured the founder of Natural Evolution in 2013, she shared a deep-seated desire to protect the environment. That drive fuels the ongoing success of her venture.
Campaigning for More Women in U.S. Government
Some women seek to solve pressing societal issues by running for local office, and join a pipeline of female candidates who may someday run for higher office. But why aren’t there more — and how can we turn the tide?
Circling Back: Embracing Change Pays Off for Judi Henderson-Townsend
The owner of Mannequin Madness, first featured by The Story Exchange 4 years ago, has found that change can lead to new and exciting places — and once-elusive revenue goals.
An Entrepreneurial Duo Helps Women Find Welcoming Workplaces
Georgene Huang and Romy Newman cofounded Fairygodboss to help the women of America’s workforce find jobs at supportive, female-friendly companies. Could they change U.S. companies in the process?
TSE Quick Take: Diversity Among Venture Capitalists
A U.S. Small Business Administration report on gender and minority representation inside venture-capital firms confirms that investor diversity is good for women business owners.
A Beauty Business Owner Tackles A Very Personal Problem And Wins Big
Daisy Jing, founder of skincare company Banish, conquered her own lifelong skin issues with all-natural remedies. Now, she’s selling products that bottle what she learned — and is making millions.
TSE Quick Take: Business Ownership for Black Women
Black female entrepreneurs are starting up at higher rates than any other group. A new report looks at why — and examines the hurdles they face in growing their firms.
A Female Filmmaker Takes On Hollywood Gender Inequity
Kathleen Messmer, founder and owner of Anvil Springs Entertainment, is doing her part to fix the movie industry’s gender imbalance by putting more women behind the camera.
Businesswomen on the Ballot – Joyce Beatty
Congresswoman and former entrepreneur Joyce Beatty has walked the walk as a small business advocate during her two terms representing Ohio’s 3rd district. And she’s not done yet.
5 Crowdfunders to Watch – Entrepreneurial Makers
The women featured in our latest crowdfunding column are creating a variety of products from scratch, and need help bringing them to market.
Businesswomen on the Ballot – Eileen Bedell
First-time Democratic congressional candidate and law firm owner Eileen Bedell is bringing a lifetime of personal experiences and insights to her campaign to represent Virginia’s 7th district.
Businesswomen on the Ballot – Lori Bartley
Republican congressional candidate Lori Bartley, who aims to represent Texas’ 18th district, says her faith and determination have helped her navigate hardships, start a business and take on a political campaign.
Businesswomen on the Ballot – Sue Googe
Sue Googe, a GOP congressional candidate from North Carolina, says her harsh upbringing in communist China and second life as an entrepreneur in America inspired her to get involved in politics.
A Female Entrepreneur Rises from Defeat
Funlayo Alabi’s venture, Shea Radiance, suffered a huge setback a few years ago. But purpose and passion gave her the strength to weather the storm.