Women in Business

Growing a Business

How Bernie Madoff's Niece Turned a Family Scandal Into a Mission to Fight Against Pay Inequities

Jess Ekstrom discusses her passion for championing women entrepreneurs and tapping into the power of true optimism.

Growing a Business

How Women-Owned Businesses Can Set Themselves Apart From the Competition By Taking This One Simple Step

Despite progress in gender equality among most sectors of society, women-owned businesses still face unique challenges in the marketplace. One way to try and overcome these obstacles is through customer-facing business certifications. These independent, third-party evaluations can play a big role in boosting your credibility with potential lenders and customers alike.

News and Trends

Role of Women Workforce in Achieving $30 Trillion Economy by 2047

India aspires to be a $30 trillion economy by FY47 and women employment plays a crucial role in achieving this goal

Leadership

This Math Major Recruited by Goldman Sachs Got Well-Acquainted With Corporate America and the 'Problematic' Phrase That Undermines Women Leaders — Now She's Fighting Back

Cassie Burr, co-founder and executive director of the Women on Boards Project, is on a mission to increase women's representation in the boardroom.

Culture

Celia Cruz Just Became the First Afro-Latina on a U.S. Quarter — Here's Why This Crucial Moment Matters for Women Entrepreneurs.

Have you ever considered how a symbol on an everyday object can influence your business? This recently launched U.S. quarter offers valuable lessons in female leadership, resilience and the entrepreneurial journey — plus insights you can apply for business growth.

Thought Leaders

From Burnout to Breakthrough: How Hannah Nieves is Revolutionizing Women's Work and Life

Hannah Nieves, founder of Maison, an AI-powered network for high net worth women founders, shares her journey from burnout to creating a revolutionary platform for women.

Leadership

This Award-Winning Korean Chef Says Entrepreneurship Is Glamorized. Her Recipe For Success? Hard Work and Consistency.

Esther Choi, founder of mŏkbar and mŏkbar Brooklyn, believes entrepreneurship isn't as easy as it looks on social media. These are the lessons she hopes other aspiring entrepreneurs can learn from before they decide to take the plunge into launching their own business.

Women Entrepreneur®

Big Goals, Bold Choices: Mila Smart Semeshkina, Founder, Women's Empowerment Council

"Success demands action. Don't hesitate to move forward, and take steps towards realizing your dreams."

Business News

See How Madison Marsh Balances Her Duties as a U.S. Air Force Officer and Miss America

"I serve as 2nd Lt. Marsh, and I serve as Miss America simultaneously."

Leadership

7 Tips for Empowering Mothers in the Workplace

Moms make up an important and large segment of the workforce, yet too often have been overlooked in the development of company culture. In this article, we explore seven ways that companies can empower mothers in the workplace, through the lens of my own experience as a mom and CEO.

Leadership

Studies Show Women Need Each Other's Support to Reach Maximum Success — and I've Experienced This Firsthand. Here's How.

Research shows women who have a close knit group of women to lean on make more money, get access to coveted opportunities and overall experience greater success in their careers. Reflecting on these findings has prompted me to share insights into how I manage my own women's network and how we empower one another to achieve remarkable growth personally and professionally.

Diversity

Why Women's Entrepreneurship is Booming Right Now

Women's entrepreneurship has taken some substantial leaps forward in the last few years.

Growing a Business

6 Non-Negotiables for Women in Power

Here are six non-negotiables from myself and some of the powerful women we all look up to that will help you maintain your success and push through to the next level.

Diversity

How Digital Entrepreneurship is Helping Women Overcome the Glass Ceiling

Women in the world of business face an unfair amount of limitations — both internal and external. However, digital entrepreneurship skills are now changing the entire system.

Leadership

This Woman Founder Is on a Mission to Make Education Accessible for All — No Matter Your Race or Gender. These Are the Three Lessons She Wants Other Industry Disruptors to Learn.

Lan Phan, founder of Community of Seven, said she was often the only woman of color at the decision-making table, and she wants to change that for the next generation. Here's what she wants other founders disrupting their industries to know from her experience.