A quilt shop and childcare center have received a financial boost from a pair of Elevate Women Small Business Grants, which were created to help outstanding female-owned companies on the Coast. More than 30 nominees applied for the two grants, which will be announced and presented at Elevate 2025: Women’s Small Business Summit on Feb. […]
Growing up in East Germany, Angi Truebner- Webb demonstrated against the Berlin Wall — an experience that shaped her perspective on resilience and change. She went on to face future obstacles with the same can-do spirit, raising her son as a single mom for 19 years and building a career in the male-dominated gaming industry. […]
Photography by Brandi Stage Portraiture | Makeup and hair by Bria Fowlers of Elle Louise, LLC Dr. Carla J. Evers begins her day not in an office, but on the front lines of learning — greeting students and teachers in “Pirate Nation.” By about 7:30 a.m., the superintendent of the Pass Christian Public School District […]
With about half of its management team comprised of women, Turan-Foley Motors in Gulfport considers itself a female-forward business. The company is certainly an example of women making strides in the workplace. A family owned-and-operated business for over 50 years, Turan-Foley has simply made a habit of hiring the best people, according to Vice- President […]
As AI technology grows, the types of skills that employers value are changing, too. In the past technical skills often were the key to getting hired and advancing in a career. But as AI handles more of our data and routine tasks, the value of people skills — like communication, empathy and leadership — is […]
Here you are, at the start of another year. As you reflect, are you any closer to taking more time for yourself? Do you still: Step in to do things that others in your life are more than capable of handling — and should? Put yourself last when it comes to your available time and […]
Do you make financial resolutions at the start of a new year? Whether you do or don’t, here are some things you should consider for 2025. Taking the time to focus and review before you make any resolutions can make it easier for you to keep your promises to yourself. Make a list of the […]
