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Meet Karissa Johnston, co-founder and Scientific Director at Broadstreet Health Economics & Outcomes Research, an independent consultancy specializing in epidemiology and health economics. The best way to enter the entrepreneurial world is to go in armed with knowledge and experience. Along with long-time colleague and friend Shelagh Szabo, Karissa Johnston founded a health research consultancy […]

Meet Ebony Phinisee, a human resource professional and Founder at Chosen Kids, a Bible-based online kids’ clothing store.  A well-rounded country girl with old school Southern principles, Ebony Phinisee learned the value of hard work and passion pretty early in life. Although a native of Atlanta, she lived in Mississippi with her aunt and uncle, […]

Jackie Majerus, Co-founder of the educational non-profit institution, Youth Journalism International, is also a teacher and a journalist. With more than two decades in the industry, she continues to love working with young writers, artists and photographers. Jackie loves seeing life through their eyes and providing a quality journalism program that makes it possible for […]

Meet Abigail Allen, Sales Director at Showbie, a hybrid learning platform that brings the classroom together in one, easy to use app. Abigail Allen started her career in the software space 20 years ago and joined sales management back in 2011-12. Currently, she is the sales director at Showbie, but her journey as a female […]

Kathy Fisher, Co-owner of Fisher Green Creative LLC, a website designer and marketer, is a woman of consistency and determination. Her ability to stay consistent towards her vision and pivot when necessary is not only benefiting her but her clients as well. She would do great justice to the concept of ordinary women who achieve […]

Meet Emily Buckley, Chief Operations Executive at The Cliffs Climbing + Fitness, an organization that strives to create a fun and supportive environment that instills a love of climbing, strong community values, and good climbing ethics. “I have the drive, persistence, and dedication to get anything accomplished, if I put the work in,” these words […]

Often we tend to point a finger at others and hope that it would make things better. Lori Graber, Director of Rehabilitation, is also an Occupational Therapist who looks at things the other way around.  Contrary to the easy way out, she tried and emerged as the change she wanted to see in the world.  […]

Entrepreneur, business owner and women’s rights advocate Elizabeth Lauer Reed, believes in taking the road less traveled to round out her professional profile and find opportunities for herself.  A photo of Ruth Bader Ginsburg overlooks her office, as a reminder to keep pushing forward, not concerning yourself with obstacles. Elizabeth’s mind-set is to consistently push […]

Meet Elizabeth Rojas, Director at Cincinnati 2030 District, a membership organization that creates a network of healthy, high-performing buildings in Cincinnati.  An interior designer by profession, Elizabeth Rojas had one trajectory for her life. She graduated from college with a degree in design and always wanted a career in the same field. After running a […]

Jill Osterhout, Owner & CEO of KCO Resource Management, knew from a very young age that she wanted several things for herself. She’s a mother, a wife, an eternal learner, a traveler and obviously, a successful businesswoman. She is all that she has always wanted to become and has taken action to turn her dreams […]

Meet Dana Marlowe, Founder at I Support the Girls, a non-profit that provides guidelines, resources, and support to individuals and organizations to assist in collecting bras and feminine hygiene products to donate to homeless shelters for women in need.  Only a life lived for others is a life worthwhile– Albert Einstein Dana Marlowe has lived […]

Meet Gina Bonino, Assistant Executive Director at Heartbeat Of Toledo, a non-profit pregnancy and parenting support organization.  “If we change our thinking, we can change our path”, says Gina Bonino, who made her way from being a waitress to assistant executive director at non-profit helping women facing unplanned pregnancies. A licensed therapist by trade, initially […]

Meet Della Barbato, Director of Education at The Native Prairies Association of Texas, a nonprofit dedicated to the conservation of plants and wildlife.  Della Barbato is an environmental educator who is passionate about the natural world and believes that as humans, it’s our moral responsibility to protect the ecosystem and wildlife around us. She studied […]

If you were to seek inspiration to travel the road not taken, meet Hannah White. The brilliant Head of Product & Design at Leverege, Hannah White, is one of those courageous women who chose to break free of the stereotypes.  White didn’t settle for the predefined pathways that lead to business, law or medicine. Instead, […]

Meet Andrea Chesley, the Director of Enrollment Management of Ross School, the only N-12 private, non-profit, private school on the East end. Originally from Phoenix, Arizona, Ms. Chesley is a trained actress, dancer, and singer, with a BFA in Choreography and BE in Secondary Education from Arizona State University. Moving to Los Angeles in 2009, […]

Meet Joanna Draugsvold, an educator, artist, and Director of Creative Programs at The Winchendon School with a focus on humanistic education.  Joanna Draugsvold is shaping the young minds of today to let them be the future leaders of tomorrow. She has been an educator for over 45 years and is helping her students to find […]

Meet Emily Rogers, Co-Founder at Reath, a Tech Nation Net Zero company that is building the digital infrastructure for circular systems. Emily Rogers started off her career working in operation, logistics, and inventory management at series A and B start-up companies. This is where she realized how data could be used to apply machine learning […]

Editorial Director & Journalist, Kristina Etter is one of those passionate human beings who do not bow down to pressing endeavours. From corporate America to homelessness, she has emerged victorious from the wrath of all trials and tribulations. Her journey is certainly an inspiration to all those women who fight countless battles in the silence […]

Meet Chrissy Levett, Founder + Creative Director at Creative Conscience, a global platform set up to empower, train and reward creative thinking only for social and environmental impact.  Chrissy Levett is a creative director, designer, speaker, educator, mother, and activist who is using creative thinking to promote sustainability and have a positive impact on the […]

Meet Jennifer Brown, Regional Director of Operations at Emler Swim School, an institution that teaches children swimming with safety as their highest priority.  “It’s never too late for what you want to do. If you are motivated and are ready to put the work in, you can achieve anything”. Jennifer Brown, Regional Director of Operations […]

Meet Kayla Lopez- Director of Military Partnerships at Viqtory, a program that creates civilian opportunities for veterans. Kayla is a single mother of one with an avid passion to serve those who ‘served’- she is dedicated to leaving the world a better way than she has experienced till now through advocacy and volunteerism. Her current […]

Ditching the long sustaining reality behind the enchanting fashion closets and taking a step towards sustainable fashion is no average Joe’s work. Chere Di Boscio, the founder and editor-in-chief of Eluxe Magazine, not only took a step away from what appalled her but also took a step towards and revolutionized what would be appealing sustainably […]

Meet Charlotte Griffiths, Founder and Managing Director at Bridge Models Limited, an agency trying to ‘bridge the gap’ between standard and size in the fashion industry. As diversity is gaining more focus in the fashion industry, many brands are moving towards including models of all sizes in their catalogs and on the runways. This is […]

Meet Elizabeth Philp, Co-founder, and CEO at Roseway Labs, a pharmacy that works with private doctors to deliver personalised medicine that addresses ageing and improves health.  Elizabeth Philp went from a career in human resources and management consulting to establishing a healthcare venture in the span of ten years. She put to use the experience […]

Meet Toshonna Ross- Founder & Executive Director of Courageous Women Association, a Nonprofit Organization based in Oakland, California. Being an entrepreneur who leads by her heart in all that she does, Toshonna is passionate about serving others and living her life in service of knowing this is what God’s will and plan is for her. […]

Meet Latria Graham, President, and Founder at Graham Leak Branding (GLB), a strategic communications consulting firm that helps clients create authentic brand experiences that foster brand loyalty and drive revenue. As the founder of GLB, Latria Graham takes on many roles at a time. She is a Consultant in Cause Marketing, Corporate Social Responsibility, Public […]

Meet Kim Avilez, President at The Staten Island Minority Women in Business Association (MWBA), a non-profit organization that works to engage and empower minority women who live and do business in Staten Island.  Being a businesswoman herself, Kim Avilez is supporting minority women in business and is helping them achieve their Minority/Women-owned Business Enterprises (MWBE) […]

Meet JoAnn Corley-Schwarzkopf, Executive Advisor at Manage Global, an organization that helps executive leaders substantially improve their executive leadership & management through their expertise in human behaviour. As a business speaker, author, and executive advisor, JoAnn Corley Schwarzkopf is helping executive leaders grow and their organizations with them. She went from working in the insurance […]

Meet Jacqueline Hudson, Founder, and CEO at LUXE Digital Now LLC, a global digital marketing and public relations firm specializing in digital strategy and planning, brand management, and product campaigns for top-name global companies. Jacqueline is an award-winning digital marketeer with over a decade of experience in the field. She has played an integral role […]

Meet Courtney Law, Director of Communications, Partnerships, and Digital Initiatives at Museum of Contemporary Art Denver, an innovative forum for contemporary art that inspires and challenges all audiences, creating understanding and dialog about art. Even as a young girl living in suburban Dallas, Courtney knew she wanted to enter the realm of politics one day. […]

Meet Christina Twomey, a self-taught artist and CEO of Christina Twomey Art + Design, a Los Angeles-based art firm that offers abstract and resin artwork, and furniture.  It all began when one day Christina walked into a Joann fabrics store in her neighbourhood, casually picked some art supplies, and started painting. A few days later, […]

Meet Cecilia Ramirez, Chief of Staff at Equal Justice USA, a “national organization working to transform the justice system from one that harms to one that heals.” Growing up as a woman of colour in America, Cecilia knew what disparity means. She has focused on equity all her life, and her path has led her […]

Meet Adria Buchanan- the Executive Director of Fair Housing Center of Washington, a non-profit organization based in the United States. Adria identifies herself as a black cis-gender female, a mother of 1 and Executive Director of the Fair Housing Center of Washington, a non-profit dedicated to eliminating unlawful housing discrimination in western and central Washington […]

Meet Kelly Hander, Owner and CEO of Be Well Bodyworks, a massage therapy studio that offers medical-style massage therapy in a relaxing and healing environment. From being a teenage mom, suffering personal losses to starting her own massage studio, Kelly has built a life for herself. Her parents were divorced, and she lost her father […]

Meet Jenny Ro, a scientist and CEO at Curious Reactors, a data-driven curator that brings you closer to the right people in the technology industry.  Jenny Ro was determined to become a scientist since she was 6 years old. Although born in America, she grew up in South Korea in a government-designated Science and Technology […]

Meet Chloe Leibowitz, Life Coach, Co-Founder, and Chief Happiness Officer at We Are Tabono, an organization that aims to support female small business owners and encourage a more holistic approach to entrepreneurship. As more and more women enter the business realm, they need better visibility to keep their business up and running. Hailing from an […]

Meet Stefanie Erica Hammett- Co-owner and SVP of Operations for OmniiX, an organization of passionate online retail specialists leveraging merchandising, eCommerce, and shopper marketing experience.  Prior to coming to the agency side of the business, Stefanie spent a decade thriving in roles at Kellogg’s or Smithfield Foods across e-Commerce, Sales Operations, Business Management, and Account […]

Meet Elizabeth Munn, Managing Director, Global Medical Education at Elsevier, a world-leading provider of information solutions that enhance the performance of science, health, and technology professionals. Healthcare is the need of the hour. The science and technology industry is progressing at a faster pace than we realize, and the professionals need access to the right […]

Meet Alisa Zotimova, Founder and CEO at AZ Real Estate, a company that services private clients looking to buy, rent or invest in UK residential and commercial property in London A Russian national by birth, Alisa Zotimova, is now a top real estate entrepreneur in London. She grew up in Moscow, when Russia was still […]

“When you feel like doing what you want to do is impossible and you just can’t do it, stop and reconnect with how amazing you are and remember that things only appear this hard just before a breakthrough.” – Cathy Bennett  Cathy Bennett, Founder & Principal of Vertical, is an ambitious, creative and successful entrepreneur. […]

Lack of confidence is one of the most common concerns that keep us from achieving our highest potential. But the ones who identify it and take actions to get past such challenges truly make it big. Lucy Timms is one such inspiring human who fought all the odds and made it to the top.  The […]

Meet Emily Wilson, CEO and Founder of Irise International, a non-profit organization that delivers programs and research in the UK and East Africa to support young people and their communities to address menstruation-related barriers.  “The first period is the moment in your life when society tells you very clearly what it means to have a […]

Meet Elsa Kebede, Country Director at Together We Learn, a non-profit organization that works to uplift the marginalized communities in Ethiopia.  The world might be on its way to change and progress, but there are still countries and communities that haven’t evolved as much. Elsa Kebede hails from Gondar city, Amhara Region in Ethiopia, a […]

Meet Anna Tarasenko- Chief Neuroscience Officer at BrainPatch, a neurotechnology start-up that develops non-invasive solutions for mental health problems. Anna describes herself as a neuroscientist with a deep interest in clinical psychology and a person who loves playing tanguera in the evenings. She spent the first 16 years of her life in her home country […]

Meet Amanda Eleftheriades-Sherry: The Director & Editor at Clydesider Creative, a creative community magazine based in Scotland. Amanda (she/her) identifies herself as a woman who is passionate about people, human connections and how individuals make a positive difference during their time on this planet. At present, she is the founder of Clydesider Creative- a community […]

Meet Liz Lathan- Co-Founder and Chief Experience Officer at Haute Dokimazo, a creative agency for brands across the world.  Liz identifies herself as a B2B Event Marketer who is passionate about creating profitable relationships through conversations that have the potential to convert. Growing up in an entrepreneurial family surrounded by business associates, she was brought […]

Meet Kerry Brennan Bertram- the CEO & daughter of Barbara Brennan, Founder of Stride, Inc. Kerry’s mother Barbara started Stride in the early 1980s with a corporate mission to provide employment to adults with developmental delays. 40 years later, as Kerry leads the bandwagon, she believes that they are still the most diverse and inclusive […]

Meet Angela de Manzanos Guinot- CEO & Co-Founder of FungiAlert, a company that provides sustainable farming solutions. Angela co-founded FungiAlert in 2015 while completing her PhD studies at Imperial College, London. Before becoming CEO in April 2021, since 2016 she was FungiAlert’s Chief Technology Officer (CTO). Furthermore, before becoming FungiAlert’s CTO, she completed a PhD […]

Meet Krista O’Malley- the Principal & CEO of Command M, a design firm that focuses on building relationships between brands and consumers. Krista grew up in a family of eight, being the youngest among six kids. Call it coincidence or anything, almost all of her siblings including herself chose to be an entrepreneur, following their […]