{Wonder Woman Wednesday} Marisa Langford, Fit Kids Playground

I truly believe that each person we meet, we meet for a reason: whether they are brought into our lives to inspire us, to teach us something about ourselves, to give us new perspective, to challenge our comfort zone, or even just to make us smile when we didn’t realize we were frowning. Marisa and [...]

Wonder Woman Wednesday: Mai Tran

You know those women you meet who have SO much energy, drive, and a crazy combination of smarts, beauty, style, and creative ideas? That’s Mai Tran. She’s one of those women. How does she do it all, and with so much style? I have no idea! She inspires me with not just all that she [...]

Wonder Woman Wednesday: Krista Colvin, Organized Lifestyle Expert

Krista Colvin always makes an incredible impression. From the moment we first met several years ago, to the times she has spoken to my professional mom entrepreneurs organization, to her strong voice in social media, Krista’s zest for life, refreshing candidness, and generosity shine through in everything she does. She has an amazing spirit and [...]

Wonder Woman Wednesday: Kim Demmon, Today’s Creative Blog

I am so delighted to introduce the first Wonder Woman Wednesday feature of 2012! Kim Demmon is a huge inspiration of mine. She has not just created a beautiful, very popular website with amazing ideas and smart marketing, but she has used it to create a vibrant community of creatives. In person, Kim is hilarious, [...]

Wonder Woman Wednesday #15: Leslie Bevan

Wonder Woman Wednesday #15: Leslie Bevan Women’s Business Center Manager Mercy Corps NW Description of occupation/business: We provide business development services (loans, IDA matching grants, education and counseling) to low and moderate income individuals who would not otherwise have access to these services. Her story: Originally trained as a systems scientist, I spent 11 years [...]

Wonder Woman Wednesday #17: Kelley Peake

Wonder Woman Wednesday #17: Kelley Peake Entrepreneur Founder, PLAY Boutique Description of occupation/business: The PLAY Boutique is an innovative, family “edutainment” destination for both parents and their children. Our new lifestyle brand combines education and entertainment experiences for today’s busy family. It is the only choice that reflects the interests of both kids and their [...]

Wonder Woman Wednesday #16: Jennifer Ruwart

Wonder Woman Wednesday #16: Jennifer Ruwart Social Entrepreneur Moyo Jasiri Description of occupation/business: Moyo Jasiri is an international nonprofit social enterprise that empowers women through entrepreneurship. We bring business education and training to women, connect women entrepreneurs to capital and increase access to new markets for women-owned businesses. Why women? Women reinvest 80-90% of their [...]

Wonder Woman Wednesday #15: Tami Williams

Wonder Woman Wednesday #15: Tami Williams Owner & Fitness Diva Wildfire Fitness Description of occupation/business: Wildfire Fitness “brings fitness where you are” with mobile personal training and fitness solutions customized to help people look good and get a body that works. We help people adopt healthy lifestyle habits while finding fun and creative ways to [...]

Wonder Woman Wednesday #14: Kimberly Brandt

Wonder Woman Wednesday #14: Kimberly Brandt CRAVE Portland City Leader & Freelance Photo Stylist/Event Designer Description of occupation/business: CRAVE is all about women business owners. We spread the word about the need-to-know women in Portland with our CRAVE guides. In my role as the CRAVE Portland City Leader, I oversee the production and management of [...]

Wonder Woman Wednesday #13: Alexandra Zissu

Wonder Woman Wednesday #13: Alexandra Zissu Author/environmental health journalist/green living expert/eco-consultant/speaker/mom http://www.AlexandraZissu.com Description of Occupation/Business: I’m a research-obsessed writer trying to help people make the world a better eco-friendlier place, one simple non-toxic step at a time. For us and our children and their children and the earth we all share. Along the way, and [...]