…to community-based organizations and larger companies in the energy and sustainability sector. Here’s our lightly edited Q&A, from The Story Exchange 1,000+ Stories Project. How is your business different from…
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On the Shores of a Hawaiian Fishpond, a Friendship That Helps Heals the Planet
…legendary hair stylist Paul Mitchell, was donated to conservation nonprofit The Nature Conservancy, and work to painstakingly restore the 3.2-acre ponds began. Related The Woman Who Wants to Change the…
Here’s Why You’ll Be Seeing More Purple, Brown and Green M&M’s
…happiness while challenging the status quo, so we’re thrilled to be able to recognize and celebrate them.” Related These 3 International Orgs Are Collaborating to Boost Women Fighting Climate Change…
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Black Girls Code Founder Kimberly Bryant Was Told to Rename Her Company. She Didn’t Listen
…the Climate Chaos Fight But Bryant stayed true to her vision, she told Inc., and today her company is the first to pop up in a Google search for “coding…
She’s Helping the Homeless – And Inspiring Others To Do So As Well
…more foot traffic, to hosting her very first webinar. Sheff’s story, as told to The Story Exchange 1,000+ Stories Project: Sock Footage was born out of a desire to combine…
She Turned Her Hobby Into A Business
…media and marketing intimidating but is continuing to find the avenues that work for her while getting to know her audience. Coleman’s story, as told to The Story Exchange 1,000+ Stories…
Giving Ethical Fashion a Rebrand
…so it lasts a long time. “Imperfect sustainable living represents the vast majority of us trying to make these types of changes in our daily lives,” said Melissa Gamble, assistant…
She’s Making Functional Apparel From Recycled Plastic – and Giving Back to Communities in Need
…story, as told to The Story Exchange 1,000+ Stories Project: Jelt is a social enterprise whose mission is to create sustainable lifestyle products that everyone needs, manufactured in a way…
Tanya Kisten of Khanyisela College: Corporate Training & Leadership Development for Young Professionals
…in a climate where needs are just about being covered by meagre salaries, makes this a hard sell. On the other hand, the challenge becomes gratifying when we can connect…
Survey Finds American Women Business Owners Optimistic for 2013
A new survey has found that women business owners have a favorable outlook for business this year. Despite the economic climate, 81 percent of the women surveyed were optimistic about…
For the First Time, a Woman Will Lead America’s Largest Police Force
…Seemingly in recognition of the current climate, The New York Times reports that Sewell’s interview process even included a staged press conference to address the fictional shooting of an unarmed…
She Created A Modernist Jewelry Line Inspired By Science and Mathematics
…loyal base of customers and to have founded the very first 3D jewelry company in Greece. Kapelioti‘s story, as told to The Story Exchange 1,000+ Stories Project: What was your…
Ep. 42: A Podcast for Horse Lovers
…Read Full Transcript SOT: (sounds of horse whinnying) LYNN SOT: (talking to horse) Good morning. Good morning, baby. COLLEEN: Welcome to The Story Exchange. If you thought we weren’t the…
Houlahan Benefits From Court Move Against Gerrymandering in Pennsylvania
…Political Report and Sabato’s Crystal Ball changed their rating of the race to “toss up” from “lean Republican.” Houlahan tweeted about the change, calling it “Exciting news!” She also tweeted:…
She Wanted to Make Her Mark on The World – Now She’s Helping Other Women do The Same
…schools and universities across the world. Sharma’s story, as told to The Story Exchange 1,000+ Stories Project: I had a dream to do something that would stand out in society…