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A Social Media Agency Takes an Edgy Approach
Pat Law of Goodstuph makes it a habit to be “badass.” This summer, she’s opening a bar.
From Dishwasher to Head Chef
Ana Sortun, who owns three restaurants in greater Boston, discusses her rise in the kitchen.
A Woman in the Kitchen
Chef Jody Adams counts Julia Child as her mentor. She talks about rising to the top of the male-dominated restaurant business.
Meet 10 Young Women to Watch in 2014
The Story Exchange’s first-ever list of promising young female entrepreneurs shows a generation that is blowing through barriers.
After Runaway Success, a Green Entrepreneur Starts Again
Jen Boulden, who sold her first company to Disney, is back with an eco-friendly video channel, JenB TV.
Women Make Millions of Dollars in Trucks, Tractors
The Women Presidents’ Organization annual ranking of fastest-growing women-led companies shows gains in non-traditional fields.
Growing Carol’s Daughter in a Brooklyn Kitchen
Beauty entrepreneur Lisa Price talks about startup up, superstar backers and other secrets of success.
Jimmy Beans Getting Back to Knitting Basics
After expanding too quickly, Laura Zander is re-focusing on getting customers excited about her yarn shop.
Starting a Pickle Company From Scratch
Jenny Fulton of Miss Jenny’s Pickles talks about exporting to China, her role model Sara Blakely and why she gets everything in writing.
How Obamacare Helped 3 Small-Business Owners
Despite the bungled rollout, these women say they’ve found affordable coverage.
‘Just Believe in Yourself. Magic Happens’
Sheela Murthy, an Indian immigrant, talks about how she started one of the world’s most visited law sites and how an early role model shaped her career.
A Tech Entrepreneur’s No. 1 Tip for Success: Deliver
Jeanette Prenger of ECCO Select talks about winning her first client, being inspired by her immigrant mother and more.
Military Mom’s ‘KinderJam’ Program Inspired by Autistic Son
El Brown, a teacher by training, developed classes that emphasize individual learning. She’s expanded to 15 states and 10 countries.
Dog Food So Good You Could Eat It…Literally
Lucy Postins sells ‘human-grade’ pet food, meaning you could grab a spoon and eat it with your pooch.