Women to Watch

How Monique Greenwood Went From Editor-in-Chief of Essence to Hotelier

In 2001, Monique Greenwood quit her job as Editor-in-Chief of Essence to pursue a lifelong dream of opening her own B&B, Akwaaba Mansion.

The Qi is a female-founded company with a mission to promote wellness, wellbeing, and relaxation with their organically sourced flower teas.

Fort Worth Chef, Bria Downey, lost her job due to the Coronavirus pandemic but has managed to pivot during a tumultuous time for restaurants.

Meet the women who became the first black team to complete the Talisker Whisky Atlantic Challenge and row across an ocean.

Fat Girls Traveling is a popular Instagram account dedicated to celebrating plus-size travel and promoting body positivity.

Dr. Gladys Kalema-Zikusoka was hired as the first female veterinary officer for Uganda’s national parks, dedicating her life to saving gorillas.