THE GT STORY PROJECT - W.FOUNDER
Success for me is when I can look at my work and say, yes. I saved the world in the small way I could. Obviously, I can’t end the water crisis or improve the air quality at a macro level this instant. But when I can proudly say that I helped save 1 million liters of water or that my work contributed to improve the AQI of an entire city, I would say then that yes I am successful.
Read MoreI was driven by the fact that I could see international companies were coming to Zambia trying to implement international marketing strategies without any kind of knowledge or understanding of Zambia (and there are honestly no books that cover such a diverse existence). So I went back to studying online with the University of Liverpool where I graduated with my MSc in Global Marketing. With the knowledge I then had, I decided to open up my own marketing & advertising consultancy and to help international companies adapt their strategies to suit the Zambian market.
Read MoreMy mission from the outset was to educate the African woman on how to take care of her hair and skin, and to confidently embrace her 'African-ness.' I also wanted to educate her on the best and safe products she could use that were either Kenyan made or African made, so that we learn to buy African; and thus, build Africa.
Read MoreEarly 2019, whilst developing a website for a client, I decided to conceive an eco-friendly blog which I brought to life. Soon after that, I had to think of ways I could make money and start a business. I did my research and found that eco-friendly straw alternatives were gaining momentum worldwide and decided to take a risk and introduce our products to the South African market.
Read MoreIn 2010, I started to work my investigation into eggshells and nutshells into my thesis. I collaborated with material engineers, but my main concern was finding the right recipe for creating a completely sustainable and biodegradable material that did not rot or break down easily. Initially, I reprocessed the shells by combining them with synthetic resin. The resulting material looked great and was mechanically hard, but I felt guilty for using an artificial resin and not allowing the material to decay ecologically. Now, our process is different. Before disposal, the shells are collected, sterilized, dried, and then ground down. This material is then bonded with organic and biodegradable substances, creating a mixture that can be handled through different production techniques.
Read MoreBefore doing the residency in Colombia, I was very undecided about whether to dedicate myself purely to Communications, which is what I had studied, or to dedicate myself to music. I thought I had to choose because, in Peru, there were not many models of music management companies. When I left my country and saw other scenarios, I realized that I did not have to choose and that I could combine both skills and knowledge and that is what I did. I saw that there was a great need on the part of the musicians to have a management team to help them develop their careers.
Read MoreInitially conceptualized in 2008 as a Community Awareness Project to complete my BA in Media & Communications, Fibroid Awareness Campaign Tobago was born after a personal and harrowing experience that began two years earlier when I was diagnosed with fibroids having just moved to Jamaica at the age of 20 to pursue my first degree.
Read MoreI really enjoyed strategizing in a brainstorm, working in the corporate ad agency space really allowed me to find my niche. I always ultimately knew I wanted to be my own boss, so once I identified and crafted my skill, I took the leap, quit my job, ([at the time] my husband was also studying full time). I can now - 3 years later, 100% say that it's totally worth it, challenging, but so rewarding! I finally realize what it means to have great responsibility for your own dreams and goals.
Read MoreOne day, when I was still in university, I was tanning on the beaches of Dubai when I turned to my friend and said, " I want to have a design studio, and I want to call it The Basement". From then on, I worked hard to learn more about this industry, and to hone my skills as a designer and a creative person, and when the time was right for all of us (the siblings), we did it!
Read MoreGrowing up chubby, I've always had to succumb to what was available for me in stores. I couldn't choose what I wanted, as a result, I had such a mature sense of dress at such a young age because of the clothes available in stores. Growing up, I knew, I couldn't wait for the fashion industry to give me a seat at the table, I had to create my own table.
Read MoreGrowing up, I always had an entrepreneurial passion but I also knew I wanted to make a difference in the world. I knew I wanted to create clothing that did more than dress people. It was always about more than just clothing for me.
Read MoreGirls in Science and Technology (GIST) is a foundation with the aim of introducing young girls in their formative years to the endless opportunities in the STEM fields. We also offer mentorship to Senior High School and Tertiary students in the Science field and we are planning to add sponsorships of brilliant but needy girls who wish to study STEM-related courses. GIST has put together a group of hardworking and focused women from different STEM fields with a common goal of serving as blueprints for the young and upcoming ones.
Read MoreI consider myself a Global Citizen. I believe in the idea that we are all humans seeking purpose and meaning in our lives. I have a strong passion for connecting with individuals who like to make a positive impact on themselves and the world.
Read MoreOur startup is basically focused on legal publishing but we started this venture with a greater motive. The idea is to create a comprehensive platform for law students and not to be merely a law journal. The law journal was ancillary to the broad idea and it would be true to say that we concentrate on spreading legal knowledge, awareness and opinions of young law students as well.
Read MoreI am a tech entrepreneur who wanted to grow a business organically to make it sustainable. The end result is Canvas Planner - one of the only female-founded bootstrapped tech companies in Denmark. I simply believed I could bring a smarter and better tool to the productivity field, and I wanted to help people get a more healthy work-life but also to create a healthy work-life for myself.
Read MoreOne of my biggest professional obstacles [when I was starting] was that I was young and a woman. I started my company at 23 years old and my co-founder is a man, is older, and has a more established career in consulting. I was constantly underestimated and I needed to work harder and learn faster in almost every aspect of the business to perform. It is a challenge for which I'm grateful before because I feel that I am growing so much from the experience.
Read MoreThe formation of the organization was inspired by a local study conducted by young women on how other young women in and around Soweto tend to narrowly lead their lives. The appalling results of the study enabled us to come to terms with the fact that we needed to make a difference as well as break the pattern of how young women in our townships grow up with many talents/ideas/capabilities which are never materialized because of major issues they face. These include alcoholism, drug abuse, teenage pregnancy, and other factors that hinder their personal growth and development - [a phenomenon] which is very common among the youth of South Africa.
Read MoreI have a team of trendy professionals in Public Relations, Advertising and Marketing who lead by example, as individual reputations are the reflection of the client’s brand, and as we believe that the power of the team determines the success of the brands we produce. Our clients are my favourite people because they trust me with their careers! From TV presenters, like Mishka Loesch to comedians like Lunga Tshuka, and to International Makeup Artists like Keagan Cafun, you must learn to understand your personality and brand it!
Read MoreTis The Lyfe is a safe space for all volunteers. We’ve created an intersectional and inclusive space for every volunteer to, not only learn and share their knowledge and skills, but also to share stories, speak out, stand up and become empowered to act upon injustice and inequality. We also advocate volunteers’ rights to recruiters and the general public.
Read MoreWe envision a generation of well-educated, economically independent and self-determined women and girls, who are in control over their own time, body and life and stand up for their rights. We aim to holistically empower marginalized women and girls in rural Uganda through business development, educational support, training in sexual and reproductive health and gender mainstreaming.
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