Female entrepreneurs are making a difference in the business scene by establishing thriving firms. They are playing their role in strengthening the economy and positively impacting the future. In Canada, women are stepping up and proving their value in a male-dominated space. Here are some of the Canadian women that have created their companies from scratch.
Elisabeth Rioux
Elisabeth Rioux is known for her influential position on Instagram. She uses the social media channel to promote positive content on self-confidence and body image. Elisabeth Rioux founded a movement and swim apparel firm, HOAKA.
The entrepreneur rose to fame after the launch of HOAKA. The company has achieved global success with its product sale, making it on the international market. Elisabeth Rioux proves that young age should not deter female entrepreneurs from achieving success.
Jenny Bird
Jenny Bird began selling affordable, high-quality jewelry through her company, which launched in 2008. She was born and brought up in Ontario and always sought to create a platform that would demonstrate her personal mission. In 2011, Jenny Bird started working with her husband on the company.
Together, the duo has succeeded in expanding the business to a global sensation. The firm now sells close to 600 retail locations all over the world. Jenny Bird has showrooms in cities all over the world, including Los Angeles, New York, Atlanta, Toronto, Paris, Dallas, and Chicago.
Susan Niczowski
Susan Niczowski always sought to make her family recipes with basic ingredients that are easy to find. It was through her desire to grow her passion that Susan Niczowski established Summer Fresh in 1991.
Susan Niczowski and her mother started the company with 18 recipes, and after years of diligent work, the firm now has more than 2000 products. Some of the products up for sale include meals, snacks, salads, and dips. Susan Niczowski is devoted to providing people with standard and tasty food.
Krista LaRiviere
Krista LaRiviere serves as the CEO and founding partner at gShift. She is focused on gaining a digital presence and creating a profound impact in the corporate scene. gShift is the third online marketing firm that Krista LaRiviere has started since she began her journey as an entrepreneur.
Chris Adams and Krista LaRiviere have worked together to bring success to this software platform. Currently, more than 10,000 brands spanned across 22 nations are using their Web Presence Analytics offering.
Final Word
Female entrepreneurs continue to inspire other women to explore opportunities in the business world. The goal is to bridge the gap by appointing more women to leadership positions.
