Women Entrepreneurs

At just 15, Claudia Belchior-Martins' life took an unexpected turn: she found herself pregnant. Faced with daunting challenges and societal pressures, Claudia’s story could have followed a predictable path. Instead, it became a testament to…
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When tech industry icon Marissa Mayer co-founded her startup Sunshine in 2018, expectations were high for the former Yahoo and Google executive to disrupt the market. However, the debut of a basic contacts management app left some wondering…
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Japanese development agency Jica has signed a $50 million loan agreement with Global Bank to boost female entrepreneurship in Panama. The loan aims to support women-led micro, small and medium businesses which make up 97% of companies in…
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As the competition in business intensifies, sustaining a profitable venture requires more than just dedication - it demands strategic investments and robust structures. This was a key takeaway from United Bank for Africa's recent networking…
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Women entrepreneurship in India is reshaping India's economic landscape as more women step forward every day to launch innovative businesses. A new generation of change-makers is breaking barriers and ushering in a new era of progress…
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Determination in the face of adversity is the driving force behind many successful entrepreneurs. For Amore Philip, CEO and founder of Apples & Oranges Public Relations, turning challenges into opportunities has been the key to her…
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Over 20 women in Savaii, Samoa have powered ahead in their businesses after completing an innovative training program. These determined entrepreneurs are blazing a trail for others as part of a United Nations project aimed at catalyzing…
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Cooking fires claim lives and cause over $1 billion in property damage each year in the U.S., with unattended stoves being the leading culprit. Akshita Iyer set out on a mission to make kitchens safer by creating a simple retrofit device…
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Finding a meaningful push present to commemorate the arrival of a new baby is a common challenge for new parents today. Melissa Mor, founder of online push present destination Mrs. Push, struggled through this same experience after the…
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Retirement investing is often limited to traditional stocks, bonds, and funds, but Jaime Raskulinecz saw an opportunity to expand options for retirement account holders. As founder and CEO of Next Generation Services and Next Generation…
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