Phenomenal Female Entrepreneurs (Women's Hall Of Fame Series 2013, 19)

Madam C.J. Walker -- Dorothy Shaver -- Dame Anita Roddick -- Naina Lal Kidwai -- Sheryl Sandberg -- Sue Chen -- Susan Mashibe -- Nicole Robertson -- Kelsey Ramsden -- Jodi Glover.;This collection of biographies profiles ten creative business leaders who have proven that entrepreneurial women can not only succeed in business but 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, 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 young female entrepreneurs now in their thirties and forties are Sheryl Sandberg, Sue Chen, Susan Mashibe, Nicole Robertson, Kelsey Ramsden and Jodi Glover. 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. Meet Ten Hard-working And Accomplished Entrepreneurs From The U.s., Canada, And Around The World. These Leaders Are Taking Charge, Creating New Businesses, And Holding Down Top-tier Executive Positions. From Madam C.j. Walker, Who Built Up Her Own Hair Care Company In The Early 1900s, To Anita Roddick, Socially Conscious Founder Of The Body Shop, These Ground-breaking Women Led Companies, Helped Others Prosper, And Brought About Positive Change. Entrepreneurs Working Today Include Naina Lal Kidwai, A High-profile Investment Banker From India, Sheryl Sandberg, Coo Of Facebook, And Susan Mashibe, A Tanzanian Aircraft Pioneer. Brimming With Enthusiasm And Full Of Useful Tips, These Women Teach Us To Be Bold, Take Charge, And Strive For Success. This collection of biographies profiles ten creative business leaders who have proven that entrepreneurial women can not only succeed in business but 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. Retail president Dorothy Shaver, 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 young female entrepreneurs now in their thirties and forties are Sheryl Sandberg, Sue Chen, Susan Mashibe, Nicole Robertson, Kelsey Ramsden and Jodi Glover.