Bag Preneur: Stephanie Su
“If you are passionate about something, don’t be afraid to just go for it. As hard as it may seem, do not be afraid to start or fail.”
"My goal is to build a community of women across the country, and help them gain exposure and funding for their businesses. I invite women and men to join the movement and work to support talented female founders." – Mignon Gould, Founder
On my entrepreneurial journey, I have encountered many other women entrepreneurs working hard to develop and grow their businesses, who have encountered some of the same issues that I have. While many have experienced challenges stemming from financial sustainability and brand promotion, others also combat ageism and inclusivity. Having met and worked with many of these dynamic entrepreneurs, I was motivated to launch Art of Preneur.
Finding capital and gaining exposure are two of the primary challenges that female founders face. According to January 2019 article from Fortune Magazine, only 2.2% of venture capital funding went to women in 2018. These types of staggering statistics don’t have to be a continuing reality. With Art of Preneur, my goal is to build the largest directory of women entrepreneurs and connect them to a network of investors and journalists.
Together, I know we can make it happen.
Let’s do this!
About the Founder: In 2007 Mignon launched The Chic Spy, a style and entertainment website featuring interviews with filmmakers, costume designers and celebrities such as Selma Hayek, Emma Stone, Octavia Spencer and Jodi Foster. The online publication has been featured in myriad publications including TeenVogue.com and Forbes.com.
In 2015 she created the Oct. 5 observance day, Chic Spy Day, to celebrate the style of onscreen spies. In 2020 she will produce the inaugural fash.film.fête., a film festival celebration fashion storytelling.
Women from across the country share insight on the road to success.
Event Preneur: Tiesha Harrison
“Dear entrepreneur, you are enough! You have the tools to create and succeed in everything you wish to accomplish. We were placed on this earth to express our ideas, presence, thoughts and goals.”
Real Estate Preneur: Marcia Brown
“I’m an entrepreneur at heart, but more importantly I wanted to start a business that makes a big impact in people’s lives.”
Tahini Preneur: Goni Light
“My biggest fear is not failing, but not trying. I would rather live every day knowing that I’m pursuing my dreams and passions rather than not doing so because I’m afraid to take a risk.”
