The coronavirus pandemic is driving many households to the brink. But there’s one group that is bearing the brunt: women. A recent survey from Durham’s InHerSight revealed that 68% of women…
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As Women’s-Only Co-Working Trend Grows, The Lola Launches ‘Founding Members’ Drive For First Club
by Holly Beilinby Holly BeilinWhile the march towards gender parity in the business world slowly progresses, a new trend has taken hold in cities across the country: a rise in women-only workspaces. Though there…
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These Are the Real Challenges Women Entrepreneurs Say They Experience — And Some Might Surprise You
by Hype Staffby Hype StaffThis year’s recent Women’s Entrepreneurship Day was celebrated in 144 countries, 65 universities/colleges around the world, and at the United Nations. From reading the supportive Twitter messages and inspiring speeches, one…
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Give Your Business A Running Start With Women-Focused Entrepreneurial Program
by Angela Kingby Angela KingAre you looking to create opportunities for yourself through entrepreneurship but have no idea where to start? Have you started a business already, but need new inspiration? Are you looking…
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Southeastern Female-Focused VC Firm The JumpFund Raises Fund II, Backed By City of Atlanta
by Holly Beilinby Holly BeilinFemale and southeastern-focused venture capital firm the JumpFund has raised its second fund of $5.2 million, more than double their first fund. JumpFund I invested in 18 early-stage companies with…
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Sara Blakely Is Funding These Eight Civic-Minded Women Entrepreneurs
by Holly Beilinby Holly BeilinFor the second year, the Center for Civic Innovation (CCI), a civic-focused entrepreneur hub, has partnered with Atlanta entrepreneur and investor Sara Blakely to fund female entrepreneurs tackling civic issues…
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Country’s Largest Female-Focused Angel Network Establishes Atlanta Chapter
by Holly Beilinby Holly BeilinGolden Seeds, one of the first and most active female-focused investor networks, has opened for business in Atlanta. This is the New York-based group’s sixth office and its first in…
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WeWork Kicks Off ‘She Leads’ On International Women’s Day
by Angela Kingby Angela KingDriving Progress Forward Join WeWork on International Women’s Day to kick off the launch of She Leads, a global platform dedicated to advancing gender equality in the workplace. She Leads has three main goals.…