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We've interviewed hundreds of successful women entrepreneurs about their small business journeys and what they learned along the way. Read the stories of inspiring startup founders, mid-stage strivers and established business leaders. Learn from the experiences of women business owners of every age working in every industry, from around the world. Discover the many paths women are taking to build great companies, break through barriers and cultivate economic and social good. Get ready! These everyday role models may well inspire you to start your own business, or give you killer ideas for growing the one you have. You may even feel inspired to share your startup story with us.
Deb Haaland on Bringing a Native American Voice to Washington
The first Native American Interior Department secretary talked with us in 2018 about her fight for jobs and the environment.
‘Mom Guilt’ Was Already a Thing. Then the Pandemic Made it Hell for Caregivers
Women are disproportionately saddled with child and elder care duties. Some of them are trying to keep businesses afloat, too. It’s been … a lot.
She’s A High End Florist Selling Flowers That Last Up To 365 Days
Amanda Wojtas is the founder of Eternal Fleur a floral company selling flower arrangements that last up to 365 days.
She Turned Her Self-Care Practice Into a Business
Kristen Runvik is the founder of Lagom Body Co. an herbalist-formulated skincare line.
Are Zoom Happy Hours, Fitness Fridays and Staff Paint ‘N’ Sips Here to Stay?
A year into the pandemic, female founders say their approach to work culture has changed for the better.
1 Year Later, Concerns About Employees’ Mental Health Are on the Rise
We asked women entrepreneurs about their top pandemic challenge. The answer surprised us.
This International Women’s Day, Meet the 22-Year-Old Climate Activist From Pakistan
Rising star Aliza Ayaz, a college student and UN youth ambassador, is a symbol of change back home.
An Opera Nonprofit Bets on VR, With a New Show About Joan of Arc
Opera on Tap, with chapters across the country, is betting on virtual programming — and a pandemic-proof theater box on wheels.
Steering a 100-Year-Old Family Fish Business Through Murky Pandemic Waters
Laura Foley’s Foley Fish Company has been through it all. To get through Covid-19, she created a whole new product.
Fast, Easy Ways to Make Your Business More Green
Here’s how to reduce your carbon footprint, save on energy costs and incorporate environmentally friendly business practices.
Meet the Industrious Women Who Are Speeding Up the Vaccine Rollout in their Communities
Everyday women across the U.S. are using Facebook, technology and old-fashioned door-knocking to get neighbors vaccinated.
She’s Building a Social Enterprise That Provides Natural Period Pain Relief & Access to Reproductive Health Resources
Sarah Wander is the founder of Allevita, a company providing natural pain relief products.
She’s Bringing Spirituality and Knowledge of the Tarot to Her Life Coaching Business
Ananda Milea is a writer, spiritual life coach and tarotist working in San Jose, California.
This Health-Tech Founder Wants to Bring Data — and Dignity — to the Vaccine Rollout
Joan Melendez, founder of Xcelrate UDI, is introducing an app that will track vaccine orders and much more.