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We work to help women and their families to be their best version.

And you are invited to read the Success stories of some women entrepreneurs who have passed through our programs below.

Success Stories

Read our women entrepreneurs' success stories.

Ana was inspired to perform a breast self-examination where she found a mass in her breast, which is currently in the process of diagnosis and follow-up. Ana emphasizes that thanks to the information provided in the physical health class she was able to start this process on time. Additionally, Ana applied for a loan with Life Asset to invest in her manicure business idea.

She participated in our Wellness and Personal Finance Series in 2022.

This is her testimony.

Irma is a Mexican mother living in the United States with the dream of progressing and finding new opportunities. Irma developed her start-up, a Mexican restaurant where more than selling food, she seeks to share culture, experiences, customs and values about Mexican cuisine. She described the WP programs as a place where she found a family thanks to the accompaniment and support she has received.

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Marisela is an Argentine mother whose goal as an entrepreneur was to enter the U.S. market as a coach.

Helen is a mother from Bolivia, and the owner of Creaciones Kira, a company dedicated to the design and creation of crochet items using a specific technique called amigurumis. She expressed her gratitude in tears during our incubator graduation ceremony in 2021, and reached out to WP to let the team know that when the program started, she was going through the most difficult time of her life.

One of the most driven participants in all the classes and challenges. She was a role model for her classmates, daily she posted on WhatsApp group chat photos, and motivational messages setting an example. She incorporated yoga into her daily routine. Gladys brought her daughter to the program so they both were able to learn and share their experiences. As a result, she mentioned that her relationship with her daughter improved as they would take walks together. It was a transgenerational impact.

Yansi participated in the program during her pregnancy and showed her willingness to grow despite feeling shy at first. Although she was not sure about engaging initially, she gave yoga a try and found that the practice was very helpful for her because it eased the tension in her body. We recommended prenatal yoga for her which she incorporated and was able to do at home on her own time. Yansi reported liking the practice and the breathing techniques to help her prepare for birth.

Angela lost her job during the time she was participating in the Series and her biggest concern was to losing her insurance, but thanks to the Health Insurance Marketplace class and the guidance she had, Angela was able to find a plan that fit her actual economic situation. She also was able to take the chromosome test for adult Karyotype to prove before the immigration authorities her assigned sex at birth, so she can keep her name, Angela in all of her documentation.

Elisabeth shares that she came to Montgomery County about 5 years ago and during this time she had not found a space that allowed her to feel part of something, so she felt lonely and unmotivated. But, thanks to the Wellness and Personal Finance Series she found a place where she felt valuable, grateful to learn, improved her independence and dared to go beyond the limits she was used to.

Thanks to the community connections Yessica’s husband had a job opportunity with one of our sponsor Soft Stuff.

Mr. Manuel Medrano was helped to apply for the Non-CDL Delivery Driver position.

Just a year before joining Women Palante, Allison had left an abusive relationship and was a new mom struggling with postpartum depression. After completing the program, she feels that she has a community that led her to grow, learn, and believe in herself again, providing her the confidence and resources to launch her registered business, Cuna Studios. Thanks to the programs, Allison is prepared with the tools to take care of her child, her business, and herself.

View her full testimonial here.

Dayana, one of the winners of the seed funding award, was impacted by a particular mindset lesson that focused on “Chimp Brain Theory.” Through this, she learned about the importance of emotional intelligence and self-awareness in her business and personal lives. Managing these “chimp brain” instincts have been crucial to her navigating the challenges of entrepreneurship. These lessons and the seed funding has allowed her to double sales and have more brand recognition.

Before Women Palante, Dayana felt that she had pushed away her purpose, abandoning what she actually wanted to pursue. After completing the program, she now feels like she is filled with knowledge and connections that is opening doors to advance her life in the way she always wanted. Dayana founded She Heals Day, applying the holistic entrepreneurship approach she learned with Women Palante.

View her full testimonial here.

Laura felt that Women Palante’s multi-faceted approach to growth gave her a complete idea of what it means to be an entrepreneur. She knew that she needed business tools, but Laura didn’t realize that she also needed psychological and social tools as well. She felt that this program combined all of these elements, helping her build a foundation conducive to growth, service, and business in the United States. Laura is the business owner of Curvy Rosa.

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“Women Palante is an organization where they not only focus on educating women in entrepreneurship. They have a very strong focus on health, mental well-being, and that’s where I found myself and my mission deeply. It became ”My Safe Place” without judgments and differences; where professionals and peers support you day by day to continue. I am a different person after Women Palante.”

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“While I was trying to finish my Business Plan project in one of the programs I was in, unfortunately, I could not finish it. However, when I joined Women Palante, I was able to finish it and materialize my business. I also learned to manage my time more effectively, setting limits, and reserving exclusive moments for my personal and professional development. I recognized the importance of giving myself the time to thrive in both areas. Women Palante taught me valuable lessons about time management and the importance of setting limits to achieve success in all my activities and especially in the development of my business.”

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“When it came time for the pitch presentation, a wave of fear invaded. However, as the presentation progressed, my confidence grew. Iclung to every word with determination, letting my passion for the project guide my actions. In the end, I overcame my initial fear and, to my surprise and joy, was announced as the winner. That experience taught me that, despite fear, there is always room for success when one is fully committed to one’s goals.”

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“When I joined Women Palante, my self-esteem was at an all-time low. I didn’t believe I could accomplish much, but working on my mindset, surrounded by supportive friends, made me feel incredibly valuable and empowered. Receiving mentorship from an industry expert in food completely changed my business strategy and cost structure.”

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