The Story Exchange releases its list of powerful 50+ women entrepreneurs who launched companies later in life.
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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.
‘I Traded Stock Options for Sticky Hugs’
Joan Steltmann was rising up the ranks in the tech world. Then, she pivoted to help children who are coping with chronic illness. Here’s how — and why — she made the move.
‘I Haven’t Had a New Pair of Underwear Literally in 4 Years’
Jodie Davis of American Cuckoo Clock Company is on a mission to keep the tradition of cuckoo clocks alive in the U.S. The startup journey isn’t easy.
What This Powerful Woman Has Done for Thailand Women’s Soccer Is Incredible
Without Nualphan Lamsam’s help, Thailand’s women’s national team may never have made it to the World Cup.
‘The Everything Doughnut Changed Our Lives Overnight’
Leslie Polizzotto left lawyering and Los Angeles to start a New York City doughnut shop that’s winning rave reviews for its unusual treats.
‘Use Your Life Experience to Do Something Great’
Anita Mahaffey channeled frustration with menopause-induced night sweats into Cool-jams, an online store that sells moisture-wicking pajamas and more.
‘I’m Just Doing What I Can, One Patient at a Time’
Teri Dreher aims to move the needle toward greater medical transparency in the healthcare industry through her company, NShore Patient Advocates.
How Beyonce Is Expanding Her Empire Beyond Music
Queen Bey is generating buzz over her streetwear-inspired clothing line, Beyhive, which launched earlier this week.
‘My Brain Has Become Smarter, Faster and Retains More’
Near the shores of a Canadian lake, Leslie Bradford-Scott of Walton Wood Farm is growing a home-based multimillion-dollar business.
Want to Improve Leadership Skills? Get Better at Decision Making. Here’s How
Barbara Weltman of Big Ideas for Small Business outlines how to improve your decision-making abilities in seven easy steps.
Yes, That’s Really How Gwyneth Paltrow Launched Goop’s New Swimwear
Like the Marvel movie universe, Gwyneth Paltrow’s health and wellness brand, Goop, keeps coming out with new releases. Her latest is a “cheeky” line of swimwear called G-label.
This Happy Hour, Get To Know 6 Women in Whiskey
Women in the whiskey business are launching careers more risqué than a teenage Tom Cruise dancing in a pink shirt. Turns out, it’s worth the risk.
This Online Tool Aims to Help Women Entrepreneurs Build Businesses Faster
Women entrepreneurs looking for how to find investors can try the Fundery, a searchable venture capital database for female founders.
A Successful Entrepreneur Shares What It’s Really Like to Be an Immigrant
Claudia Mirza came to the U.S. to reunite with her father. While she’s found success, she says immigration is painful.
Best in Show: 3 Tips From a Dog Walker Who’s Grown a $3.6 Million Business
Becky O’Neil of Becky’s Pet Care says she learned to evolve with the times — even if that means caring for chickens.