Age is just a number. Just ask Campbell McKee, the youngest member of the panel at WEInspireTX Women Entrepreneurs’ Summit and owner of Campbell McKee Photos. At an age when most young women are playing high school sports and hanging out with their friends, she is pursuing her dreams, working to grow her photography business, and learning the ins and …
Designing a New Life Turning Passion into Profits with Interior Designer Michel Hurst
Some entrepreneurs will tell you that the jump to business ownership was fluid and a natural next step in their career progression. Michel Hurst, owner of Studio 9897, might not be one of them. Her jump to business ownership was more of a superstorm (literally, you’ll see) of cataclysmic proportions. But at the end of the day, this Native Texan …
Entrepreneur and Wilderness Therapy Expert Tami Gilmore Shares Her Journey
Tami Gilmore is a woman who has worn a lot of hats. Wife, mother, teacher, counselor, wilderness expert, and business owner are just a few of them. But have a conversation with her, and you’ll find that, like many of us, she hasn’t been all those things at once. Instead, her journey has been winding, filled with left turns, pivots, …
Getting To Know Wendi McGowan-Ellis, Podcast Host and Venture Capitalist
Wendi McGowan-Ellis, Founding General Partner at Cassandra Capital, is, quite possibly, the definition of an accomplished female entrepreneur. We can and will spend time discussing her various endeavors and try our best to soak in all her knowledge and experience. But we’d be remiss if we didn’t spend some time sharing how amazing she is away from the boardroom. She’s an …
Meet The Amazing Baylor Grad On A Mission to Inspire Other Female Entrepreneurs
KariAnne Wood will tell you that she is amazing. She doesn’t mince words about it and has looked high-level executives in the face and said the same. The truth is, though, that she is. And the fact that she knows it, owns it, and has the unmitigated gall to say it out loud is endearing rather than off-putting. Because the …
A Penny For Your Thoughts: An Interview With Ashley Waychoff
Some girls want to be ballerinas when they grow up. Others want to be actresses, singers, teachers, astronauts, or scientists. But not young Ashley Waychoff–she wanted to be a businesswoman, complete with the corner office, an assistant, and a view of the city. Now, she is the first to admit that she doesn’t have a city view in her home …
Success without Apology: An Interview with Rachael Melot
Rachel Melot (pronounced Me-Low) has a vast and impressive resume. She is an author, a podcast host, a business owner, and the President and CEO of Shawnee Forward, a non-profit organization. Just to name a few of the many hats she wears. Suffice it to say, she is a busy and accomplished woman, and we are honored to have her …
Fairview EDC Launches Women Entrepreneurs Event
The Fairview Texas Economic Development Corporation, in partnership with the Allen Fairview Chamber of Commerce, is pleased to announce the WE Inspire TX Women Entrepreneurs’ Summit on November 16, 2022. The all-day event will offer inspirational stories and lessons from successful women entrepreneurs. The event provides opportunities for women to connect with peers and other successful women business leaders to …
9 Ways To Improve Your Quality of Life in North Texas
To live in North Texas is to have the best of both worlds: You get small-town community living as well as proximity to big city amenities. North Texans can enjoy conveniences like delicious dining, various entertainment options, and great shopping. In addition, North Texas communities boast beautiful community parks, plentiful walking trails, golf courses, and accessible outdoor space galore. With …
Where to Find Access To Retail in North Dallas
Those looking to find access to retail in north Dallas, Texas have several opportunities to discover the ideal destination. Determining the best place to expand or initiate a retail business can be a decision that is fraught with the possibility of failure or the satisfaction of success. Help making the right choice is available in three primary ways. Economic Development …