Who Run the World? 5 Inspiring Stories of Female Entrepreneurs

Women are often judged as too emotional or too vulnerable, and those perceptions have held women back around the world. Today we increasingly recognize that we are equals and that every one of us has something to contribute, regardless of gender. Here are some of the most inspiring stories of women who overcame the stigma and made a name of their own.

1. Voice of the underdogs: Kimberly Bryant

Bryant is an African American electrical engineer who worked in biotechnology. She founded Black Girls Code, a nonprofit that provides technology and computer programming education to African American girls. Her purpose is to represent the underrepresented, a powerful example of a woman helping other women succeed and of putting purpose before profit. She was inspired by her daughter's experience: a mother who listened and dared to change the world.

2. Powerful influencer: Indra Nooyi

Leading Coca-Cola's biggest competitor is not an easy job. As CEO of PepsiCo, Nooyi had to find ways to stay ahead. Earlier in life she worked as a dorm receptionist, taking the graveyard shift to earn enough. Imagine going from greeting dorm residents to influencing an entire industry. She was named to Time magazine's list of the 100 Most Influential People in the World.

3. Famous icon: Oprah Winfrey

Oprah is one of the most famous examples of a woman who broke barriers, bringing with her the lessons of growing up in poverty and overcoming hardship. Her multimedia company, Harpo Productions, reached new heights, and The Oprah Winfrey Show grew beyond a talk show. She changed the way television is presented, making it more substantial and useful for the audience, and has been called one of the most powerful women in the world.

4. Inspirational leader: Arianna Huffington

You have probably read an article in the Huffington Post. Arianna founded the news site at 55, after she had already achieved a great deal, and her passion to deliver news to readers did not stop there. In her words, "Fearlessness is not the absence of fear. It's the mastery of it. It's about getting up one more time than we fall down."

5. The woman of experience: Dr. Eukeethia B.

She is a leader, an entrepreneur, a writer and a mother. She is the woman behind Fresh Start, a family of companies that gives aspiring entrepreneurs the tools to build, scale and expand their businesses. With the right mix of passion, knowledge and courage, she believes everyone can create sustainable businesses that improve the quality of life for many. She has risen from depression and anxiety to entrepreneurial success, and she works to help others remove obstacles and reach financial freedom. Through her brand, I Am Dr. Eukeethia B., she aims to ignite the desire for self-improvement, focusing on empowerment, continuous improvement and time management. As a mentor and coach, she helps others find peace and recognize their true worth.

These women, and many more, keep contributing to our society. Their goal is not only to lift up women but to serve all of humanity. More than business owners, we have a purpose, and being a woman also means being sensitive to what the world needs right now.

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