“To me, success is building a business that is good for the world, which means it gives back to the world intentionally, cares for our environment, supports localized structures, and builds community.”
1000 Consumer Products
Joy Ekhator: Eco-Chic, Organic Skincare
“Life is too short to be unhappy.”
Rashi Bajaj of Carpet Couture by Rashi: Luxe Carpets From India
“Success is a relative term to me–it’s your state of mind and as a women entrepreneur I feel it’s important for me to stay positive and never give up.”
Pratima Aravabhoomi of Craft Street Design: Crafty Inspiration
“We use the science behind words to produce art that inspires.”
Funlayo Alabi of Shea Radiance: Skin Care Made with Love
“We love the close connection we have with our supply chain. As we grow and prosper, they grow and prosper.”
Angelina Bey of LeAngelle: A Mother Builds Her Own Success Story
“I was out of a job, and literally had about a hundred dollars in the bank; but I wasn’t out of hope and I didn’t lack skill.”
Leanne Sedlak & Kim Brunton: All Natural Skincare
“It is our mission to combine glamorous products with all-natural ingredients so clients don’t have to choose between looking good and being healthy.”
Marjie Krupnick: An Invention to Protect Your Smart Phone
“I define success as a balance between work and passion.”
Kim Friesen of Carpenter’s Cupboard: Antiques Get a Small Town Home
“Success is meeting a community need while having the freedom to express myself creatively through my displays and eclectic merchandise. It is an opportunity to share an experience and interest with others.”
Becky Sturm of StormSister: Spa Products Get an Eco Twist
“I spent 25 years in the salon and spa industry and developing my own beauty and grooming products was the next step.”
Doe Deere of Lime Crime: Colorful Innovative Make-Up for Women Who Live Unapologetically
“The idea for a makeup brand originated back in my sewing days – part inspiration, part necessity, because I found that bright and unusual colors were hard to come by!”
Katy Jo Holton & Khi Washington of Kainat Josephiné: Two Friends Turn Natural Ingredients into a Diverse Beauty Line
“The reason we stared the company was to fill a niche and make an independent living for ourselves. The reason we keep going is to see where Kainat Josephiné can take us.”
Debbie Haget of Remember Me: Turning Grief into a Meaningful Business
“I remember the day, so clearly, when I decided that I wanted to do something to help those dealing with pain, most specifically after the death caused by suicide.”
Allison De Meulder of Invitation Consultants and Matrick & Eve: A Design Enthusiast Tackles the World of Invites and Stationary
“The fact that I get to do what I love obsessively everyday, is one of the greatest definers of success for me.”
Keverne Denahan of KardZee: Send Real Greeting Cards & Post Cards Directly From Your Phone
“Success to me is fulfilling a need that people have that they may not even know they had.”