Brick by Brick

I used to get panic attacks before board meetings. Then I asked for help, and it changed everything about how I run my business.

Heather Wentler

— May 2020 — 1794 views

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If you think the clear plastic container you buy spinach in is always recyclable everywhere, you’ve probably contaminated hundreds of recycling bins. Michelle Goetsch is building a data-based solution to solve the great dilemma of the material recovery industry: making sure consumers recycle correctly based on where they live.

Olivia Barrow

— April 2020 — 1903 views

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Like most businesses, Doyenne's two-month plan went out the window around March 10. But we've pivoted to virtual programming and we're leading a cohort of organizations that are making sure entrepreneurs' needs are shared with local and state officials.

Heather Wentler

— April 2020 — 1353 views

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Becoming a “tech hub” is all the rage in America’s second- and third-tier cities. But is that a worthwhile goal?

Heather Wentler

— April 2020 — 1826 views

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Fay Horwitt has found a powerful way to make an impact on thousands of entrepreneurs around the country by leading the country’s largest network of cities focused on advancing inclusive innovation and shared prosperity.

Olivia Barrow

— March 2020 — 2023 views

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Doyenne is piloting a new program for entrepreneurs that combines the best features of two of its most popular past programs.

Heather Wentler

— March 2020 — 1584 views

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The narrative surrounding Women’s History Month too often misses an opportunity to energize allies in the global fight for women’s equality under the law and autonomy over our bodies.

Heather Wentler

— March 2020 — 1993 views

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Rent-to-own solar electrical systems to families and businesses in rural Congo.

Olivia Barrow

— February 2020 — 2519 views

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Amy paints a picture of a day in the life of a woman entrepreneur in male-dominated spaces

Olivia Barrow

— February 2020 — 1937 views

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Headquarters Update

Heather Wentler

— February 2020 — 1673 views

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*By Heather Wentler* When I met Amy at Startup Weekend Madison in 2012, I remember thinking, “Who is this woman and why is it important for her to b...

Olivia Barrow

— January 2020 — 1796 views

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(as compiled by her ghostwriter)

Olivia Barrow

— January 2020 — 2343 views

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A tribute to an incredible mentor and friend

Olivia Barrow

— January 2020 — 4837 views

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Heather reflects on how laying the foundation for national expansion has helped Doyenne home in on its target audience.

Heather Wentler

— December 2019 — 1388 views

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There aren’t enough women angel investors in the world, and it’s not because women don’t have money. Alicia Robb is working to fix that — and the entire startup funding model while she’s at it.

Olivia Barrow

— December 2019 — 1838 views

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In a beautiful tribute to Amy and Heather's co-founder journey, Amy shares how learning to be a better partner is challenging her to more openly share her emotions.

Amy Gannon

— November 2019 — 1864 views

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Retail and product expert Chioma Amegashie won Doyenne’s 5x5x5 pitch competition this year, and now — just in time for the holidays — she has a plan to turn that $5K grant into hundreds of subscribers for her jewelry and gift business.

Olivia Barrow

— November 2019 — 1780 views

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Cecilia Wessing has been developing entrepreneurial ecosystems since before it was cool. Or at least, since anyone knew to call it that.

Olivia Barrow

— October 2019 — 2505 views

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Co-founder conflict is normal and healthy. It’s time to end the stigma that presents it as shameful.

Heather Wentler

— October 2019 — 1539 views

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Ever find yourself in a desperate "try anything" panic as an entrepreneur? Amy has tips to help you distinguish between the band-aid and the strategy and get back to building a sustainable business

Amy Gannon

— September 2019 — 2832 views

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