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Prepared for a Male-Dominated World
Shaan Kandawalla pushed gender norms in her native Pakistan. Now, she's ready to take on the U.S. tech scene.
Deciding to Join the Family Business. Sort of.
Elizabeth Rees, whose family owns a printing company, finds her own path with Chasing Paper.
Learning the ABCs of Corporate Contracts
Kristine Jones, who provides "flaggers" to manage traffic at work sites, figured out a way to land big utility companies as clients.
Making a Statement with Humor
The Story Exchange flexes its sketch comedy muscles in order to illustrate how girls and women are stereotyped in the professional world.
A Fashion Brand Keeps Its Sewing in the US
Jan Erickson of Janska is trying a lean manufacturing strategy to produce her American-made apparel.
We Want to Feature Your Startup Story
TSE has heard from nearly 600 female entrepreneurs since the 1000 Stories project began and is actively seeking more.
WHY Women Need Role Models
Here's why women who start businesses mean more than we think

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Helping Tomorrow’s STEM Leaders Reach for the Stars

Austin-based organization GirlStart is developing girls’ interests in science, tech, engineering and math.

Latest from the 1,000 Stories Campaign

Pamela Roskin of Nineteen Seventy-Four, Inc: Classic Jewelry Pieces with Vintage Flair

Hannah Lavon of Hooray Hoopla LLC: Playful Socks, Mittens and More

Kimberly Brown Lemler of Aromaearth LLC: Natural Aromatic Fragrances Fund Philanthrophy

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Coming Together to Make an Impact

The National Girls Collaborative Project brings together organizations in support of girls in STEM.

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The Power of an Astronaut’s Legacy

Sally Ride Science helps students and teachers in STEM, thanks to the work and inspiration of its famous founder.

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Get Over It: That Negative Voice Inside Your Head

Many women say their top business challenge is dealing with self-doubt. Our panel offers tips.

Deciding to Join the Family Business. Sort of.

Elizabeth Rees, whose family owns a printing company, finds her own path with Chasing Paper.

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The Lost Art of Sewing

As part of our continuing series with the New York Times, we profile homespun designer Jan Erickson of Janska.

Learning the ABCs of Corporate Contracts

For Kristine Jones, winning corporate contracts has been game-changing. In 2008, on a whim, the former preschool teacher started New England Flagger Services in Windham, Conn., providing certified “flaggers” to manage traffic at work sites throughout the state. “I didn’t have a lot of experience,” she said. “I had to fly by the seat of my pants and learn.” The …

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