Zhang Xin’s journey is a remarkable tale of determination, resilience, and the pursuit of dreams. Co-founder of SOHO China, one of the largest real estate developers in the country, Zhang’s path to success was far from easy. Her rise from a factory worker to one of China’s wealthiest women epitomizes the Chinese dream, embodying the ascent of the nation’s entrepreneurship. Early Life: A Leap of Faith Born in Beijing in 1965, Zhang’s life took a significant turn when she migrated to Hong Kong with her family at the age of 14. The city, a stark contrast to mainland China, presented a world of op ..read more

Prerna Sinha’s story is an inspiring tale of a woman who dared to step out of her comfort zone to find her true calling. This is a recount of her journey from the confines of corporate jobs to the liberating world of entrepreneurship. 1. A Brief on Prerna’s Background Prerna initially pursued a degree in history from Lady Shri Ram College for Women in New Delhi, followed by an MBA in HR & Marketing. For over a decade, she held HR roles in top MNCs, honing her skills across different industries. She was instrumental in enhancing team productivity and setting up efficient structures and proc ..read more

The power to convert life’s most challenging circumstances into opportunities for growth and triumph is a quality possessed by only a few. Jennifer, a renowned author, a recognized global summit producer, a podcaster, and a health/beauty consultant, has successfully done so. She is a testament to the belief that adversity has the potential to breed innovation and resilience. The Roots Jennifer’s story is one that begins in the home of hardworking immigrant parents from Trinidad and Tobago. As entrepreneurs and investors, her parents instilled in her the values of honesty, integrity, belief, an ..read more

In the ever-evolving world of beauty and skincare, finding a true pioneer is like finding a diamond in the rough. Giann Chan is one such diamond. The Hong Kong-based influencer turned entrepreneur has been redefining the beauty industry since 2014. Today, we delve deep into her life, achievements, and the lessons she learned along the way. Background The Beginning Giann Chan began her journey as an Instagram influencer in 2014. Being an influencer in the digital age, especially in the beauty sector, is no small feat. Giann worked with an array of prestigious brands, including Dior, Estee Laude ..read more

When it comes to the entrepreneurial journey, one of the most exhilarating moments is the lightbulb moment. This is the point when a concept flickers into existence, illuminating a pathway that was previously hidden. In the realm of entrepreneurship, these moments of clarity can ignite novel ideas that transform into successful businesses. In this article, we delve into the intriguing experiences of prominent female entrepreneurs, exploring how their lightbulb moments transformed into thriving ventures. The Essence of Lightbulb Moments in Entrepreneurship For an entrepreneur, a lightbulb momen ..read more

Thérèse Plummer is an actor and award-winning audiobook narrator working in New York City. She has recorded over 400 audiobooks for various publishers. She won the 2020 Audie Award for her collaborative work on The Only Plane In The Sky: An Oral History of 9/11 by Garrett M. Graff garnering Audiobook of the Year! A 2019 Audie Award for her work on the multicast, Sadie by  Courtney Summers for Macmillan Audio, and was nominated for the Multicast Any Man by Amber  Tamblyn for Harper Audio and her solo narration for The Rogue: Planets Shaken by Lee W. Brainard for Podium Publishing ..read more

What do you think is worthy of a promotion? Extraordinary work, a proven track record of hitting performance quotas, notable leadership skills are all legitimate qualifiers.  This, however, gets to be more complicated when looking at entry-level promotions. Entry-level workers have a short track record, they are just learning new skills and getting used to hitting quotas. They are in the growth phase of corporate metamorphosis. So, what qualifies a worthy promotion for an entry-level position? Based on the numbers, gender bias plays a huge part in the decision.  For every 100 ..read more

Hazel Savage Co=Founder & CEO Musiio Globe-americas THE BIZ LADIES LINKEDIN Twitter icon Team Size 12 Revenue Not disclosed Location Singapore HQ (originally from UK) STart Date June 2018 Joining us today is Hazel Savage, CEO, and co-founder of Musiio. Musiio are a British-run, Singapore-based music tech start-up who builds AI software that is reshaping the way the music industry scans, tags and categorizes music.  Their software can scan 83 days’ worth of music in just 4 hours – providing information on genre, BPM, key, mood, and more. Hazel started her music-t ..read more

Sue Graziano Adams Founder & CEO Blossom Foods Globe-americas THE BIZ LADIES INSTAGRAM Instagram icon Team Size 22 Revenue Not disclosed Location Oakland, CA STart Date May 2006 Joining us today is Sue Graziano Adams, the CEO and founder of Blossom Foods, from Oakland, CA. Blossom Foods provides soft textured meals to those that have difficulty with eating/swallowing so that they can continue to enjoy healthy, delicious meals and maintain their dignity with dining. Being inspired by her patients and loved ones, Sue believed that soft textured meals should, and can, b ..read more

Kath Austin Founder & CEO BeeBee & Leaf Globe-americas THE BIZ LADIES INSTAGRAM Instagram icon Team Size 10 Revenue Not disclosed Location Cambridge, UK STart Date April 2017 Joining us today is Kath Austin, a sustainable entrepreneur and founder of BeeBee & Leaf, the producer of reusable beeswax food storage wraps, from Cambridge, UK. Kath has developed a plastic-free, compostable alternative to clingfilm in her kitchen and more than three years ago launched her first food wrap. Today she runs a successful sustainable business and hires a team of ten. Read o ..read more