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In the Uptown neighborhood of Minneapolis, a new seafood boil restaurant is just days away from its grand opening. Babii Cajun, owned and operated by Sou, is a women- and Asian-owned restaurant …
Closing out 2025, WomenVenture reflected on a year marked by bold progress, unwavering resilience, and meaningful momentum. The year brought transformative change: new entrepreneurs stepping boldly into business ownership, long‑standing …
Cool Trash, based in Minneapolis, MN, was born from Emma Crutcher-McGowan’s creativity, a love for colorful bits of trash, and a mission to reduce plastic waste. Within her business, Emma recycles waste plastic into unique products such …
In Maple Grove, Minnesota, Alicia Glover is doing more than baking—she’s building a legacy of creativity, resilience, and empowerment. As the founder of Creativa Demi/Taste Good Treats, her journey from …
The Talk Toolbox is a parenting aid for every guardian. Once Keely Wolter, a mom of two and Founder of The Talk Toolbox, began to research sex-education offerings among schools, …
Orb Weaver, a Waldorf-inspired preschool with an emphasis on community building, has a name that encompasses the true spirit of their business. The Orb Weaver spider nourishes herself, while protecting …
