By: Soraya Darabi

It’s a great time to be a female entrepreneur, as we are surrounded by so much support. In the industries in which we find ourselves most networked, there are a bevy of groups for women (Women in America, The World Economic Forum’s YGL Women’s Network and The Li.st, among others.).… Read the rest

By: Elizabeth MacBride

The point in the interview when Jehan’s voice cracked a little is when she talked about the women back at home, in Syria.… Read the rest

By: Nicole Leinbach-Reyhle

A new year is always a time of reflection, and for small business owners there are no exceptions. With success coming in different shapes, sizes and even dollars, consider how you can help support your business in the year ahead  to make it your best yet.… Read the rest

By: Susan Price

The gender pay gap remains all too real, but women around the world are closing the entrepreneurship gap. The divide between male and female founders has shrunk by 6% since 2012, according to the Global Entrepreneurship Monitor 2014 Women’s Report.… Read the rest

By: Marilyn Nagel

I admit not thinking much about entrepreneurs for a good portion of my adult life, most likely because I worked for global multinational corporations or in non-profit.… Read the rest

By: Andrew Medal

As I wrote this column, I thought about two of my biggest role models growing up.

I was raised by a single mother — Dana — who has been one of my biggest role models.… Read the rest

When Tran Wills found herself pregnant and homeless in high school, she couldn’t have imagined that one day she would have two successful businesses, a loving husband and four great kids.… Read the rest

Hunker down, mamas. You’ve got your work cut out for you, whether you’re at home or in the office. Because every mother is a working mother, even if only some collect a paycheck.… Read the rest

Running your own business is no piece of cake. Neither is raising a family. These 10 single moms, all of whom have built successful companies, manage to do both with a mix of intelligence, creativity and sheer determination.… Read the rest

It’s a Monday morning in Manhattan and Sophia Amoruso is wearing a plunging jet-black gown and choker. That’s not unusual for the founder of online retailer Nasty Gal, a brand known for a certain ‘70s chic.… Read the rest