In the dictionary, ‘entrepreneur’ is defined as “one who organizes, manages and assumes the risks of a business or enterprise.” But there’s so much more to it. In order to be successful at any venture, one must work hard, put in the hours and fully commit to the big picture, and if the stars are aligned just right, you might make your dreams come true. Now let’s add a little spice to the mix and say that in addition to hustling your ideas, your products or your services, you are also in charge of delivering the most precious commodity this world has to offer. Let’s say it’s also your fulltime job to manage, train, feed and look after other human beings who may someday discover the cure for cancer or run a country. You’re a parent. You have to balance your
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1. Loralee Koontz, MPAS, PA-C Owner/Founder of U South Tampa Creighton (11), Asher (9), Edan (6) 4. Natasha Bernard Award-Winning Blogger/Chief Creative Officer at Fashionably Fabulous Kristian (7)
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passion for success with your most important role in life, and this is truly a dance that takes much skill to master. Many women here in Tampa and beyond are part of this elite force; they are a special breed and they pave the way for business owners who are also parents. They wake up early and stay up late, making strides and sacrifices most people would be unequipped to make. They move through each day knowing that there are little eyes watching their every move— and they MUST succeed. We should acknowledge and celebrate these folks. They hold tight to the promise that in America we can be whoever we want to be, we can do whatever we want to do, we can succeed or fail and get back up and try again! They are the American Dreamers!
'Girlfriends Portrait Experience' by Theresa NeSmith Photography and Michelle Bremer of Runway Translator
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2. Desiree Noisette CEO/Creative Director of Cerulean Blu AJ (3), Emmett (5 months)
3. Irina Bilka Owner of Irina Bilka Hair and Makeup Sebastian (8)
5. Elena Bensonoff, CRPh Founder of Wholistic Inc, Orali Perfume Sasha (19), Andrew (16), Mark (14), Sophia (12)
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