In a world where we’re more connected than ever and yet more lonely than we’ve ever been, it’s the people in our lives - those in-person relationships - that add so much meaning and richness. One of those people who adds incredible richness my life is Krystal Stegmaier. Her tenacity to persevere through challenges all while bringing positivity and a warm smile is contagious.

Seasoned entrepreneurs know that growing a business is less about having all the right answers and more about having relationships where you can find the right answers. Click to meet women from our women’s business mastermind….

Curious to connect with women business owners who are paving new paths, providing tremendous value to customers, and growing their businesses? Our Women’s Business Mastermind blog series features women business owners who are raising the tide for all of us.

Some of my favorite projects include walking alongside female entrepreneurs who are starting new businesses and advising along the way. Click to hear the story about Mégan Fleming, owner of Renewed Radiance in Morton, Illinois…

This win is particularly close to my heart and here's why: Andrea Winkler was invited to attend our very first Founding Females | Central Illinois event in March 2022. At that point, she had an idea in her heart to…