Book details
Phenomenal Female Entrepreneurs (Women's Hall Of Fame Series 2013, 19)
Description
This collection of biographies profiles ten creative business leaders who have proven that entrepreneurial women can not only succeed in business, they can also bring about positive change. Against all odds, African-American Madam C.J. Walker, born in 1867, became a self-made millionaire who promoted civil rights and opposed racism. Designer Dorothy Shaver, The Body Shop founder, Dame Anita Roddick, and high-finance expert Naina Lal Kidwai built businesses based on integrity, responsibility and respect. Among the growing number of women entrepreneurs making a name for themselves are Facebook's Sheryl Sandberg, innovative mobility products developer Sue Chen, Tanzanian aviation founder Susan Mashibe, Aboriginal media promoter Nicole Robertson, construction company president Kelsey Ramsden, and water-tech CEO Jodi Glover.
Age
9-13
Text complexity
proficient
Length
152 pages
Book in series
#19
Why to read
- Inspirational Stories: Reading 'Phenomenal Female Entrepreneurs' provides a collection of motivational stories about women who have overcome obstacles and succeeded in business, which can inspire and empower readers to pursue their own entrepreneurial dreams.
- Diverse Role Models: The book showcases a variety of women from different backgrounds, industries, and time periods, offering readers a wide range of role models and demonstrating that success is achievable for women from all walks of life.
- Educational Content: Jill Bryant's book is not only a compilation of biographies but also an educational resource that provides insights into the challenges and triumphs of starting and running a business, making it a valuable read for anyone interested in entrepreneurship or business history.
- Empowerment and Representation: By highlighting the achievements of female entrepreneurs, the book contributes to the representation of women in the field of business, encouraging gender equality and empowering young girls and women to see themselves as capable leaders and innovators.