eHow 100

Aileen Lee

Venture Capitalist

Harvard- and MIT-educated Aileen is a partner with venture-capital firm Kleiner Perkins Caufield & Byer, where she's worked since 1999 to spot "the next big trends" and to help finance the newest and best consumer-oriented digital companies.

Alexandra Wilkis Wilson

Internet Executive

Alexandra had a Harvard MBA and a simple idea: to give people great online deals on luxury labels. In 2007, she co-founded Gilt Groupe, a quickly growing e-commerce company offering its members designer goods at prices up to 60 percent off retail.

Annie Anton

Computer Science Professor

A computer science professor at North Carolina State, Annie has developed ways to help keep private data secure. She's testified before Congress about her privacy concerns with the E-Verify system and has founded ThePrivacyPlace.org.

Camille Hart

Executive Assistant

Camille is an expert at remaining calm amid chaos as executive assistant to Facebook COO Sheryl Sandberg. Camille gets one of the most powerful execs in the world through her day. From Oprah to Obama, Camille has a handle on all of them.

Christy Haubegger

Magazine Founder, Latina Role Model

Christy tapped an underserved market when she launched "Latina" magazine in 1996. With its emphasis on fashion, beauty and the bridging of two cultures, the magazine has gained both circulation and stature in its mission to empower Hispanic women.

Deborah Dugan

Media Executive, Global Health Leader

After a pioneering career in media, with stints as president of Disney Publishing Worldwide and executive VP at EMI/Capitol Records, Deborah has signed on as CEO of (Red), founded in 2006 to direct corporate profits into the fight against AIDS.

Gina Schaefer

Ace of Hardware

Gina believes that fear is the downfall of entrepreneurship. The owner of seven Ace Hardware stores in the Washington, D.C., area, Gina had no hardware or retail experience when she quit her technology company job in 2003 to open the first store.

Helen Cameron

Urban Farmer, Restauranteur, Eco Educator

Helen's Uncommon Ground restaurant hosts the nation's first certified organic rooftop farm. Dishing up garden-fresh fare daily, she's making the world a better place, one organic vegetable at a time.

Jacqueline Novogratz

Patient Capitalist, Author

As the subtitle of her memoir "The Blue Sweater" suggests, Jacqueline's passion is to bridge the gap between rich and poor. As founder and CEO of the Acumen Fund, Jacqueline believes that combining philanthropy with business acumen can do just that.

Kara Swisher

Journalist, Author, Mom

With sharp, insightful commentary in her Wall Street Journal column, Kara shaped the tech industry and inspired a new generation of journalists to embrace blogging. Today the co-editor of powerful tech news site and conference All Things Digital, this veteran reporter's word now makes news.

Lauren Porat & Cari Sommer

Entrepreneurs, Executives

When Cari and Lauren started Urban Interns in 2009, economic conditions weren't exactly the best. But the two were confident and forged ahead, and now Urban Interns is an online marketplace connecting companies with a ready-made, educated work force.

Melody Biringer

Startup Junkie, Mentor

An entrepreneur at heart, Melody calls herself a start-up junkie. She has built more than 20 companies, including a specialty food business and a home furnishings store. Her CRAVE company gives other female entrepreneurs a boost in business.

Missy Park

Women's Athletics Pioneer, Apparel Executive

When Missy founded the Title 9 women's athletic gear company in 1989, she kept the inventory in her garage. Since then, the business has grown to include stores, a catalog and a website, inspiring women to take to the courts, fields and trails.

Pooja Upadhyaya

Mobile Medical Pioneer

As a medical volunteer in India, Pooja saw the suffering of poor people without access to medical care. She founded Mobilizing Health, which developed a text message platform that allows people in remote areas to consult with a doctor.

Shree Bose, Lauren Hodge, & Naomi Shah

Teenage Queens of Science

Teenagers Lauren, Naomi and Shree won the 2011 Google Science Fair for their work with carcinogens in food, asthma treatments and ovarian cancer, respectively. These three young ladies are tackling scientific queries most adults couldn't comprehend.

Susana Yee

Social Media Marketing Pioneer

Social media is still in its infancy, and Susana's company Go Social Now aims to unlock social networking's potential to connect businesses to consumers. At Go Social Now, Susana uses her expertise to promote lifestyle, technology and food brands.

Yin Yin Wu

Entrepreneur, Startup Star

With a computer science degree from Stanford, Yin Yin could work for a major corporation, but that would deny her entrepreneurial spirit. These days she devotes her time to a video advertising start-up she founded with two fellow Stanford students.

Agapi Stassinopoulos

Motivational Goddess

An author and speaker, Agapi draws on her education in psychology as well as her knowledge of Greek goddesses -- in whose personality traits women can recognize themselves -- to help women connect with their own gifts and achieve their potential.

Alice Waters

Chef, Restauranteur, Organic Nutrition Activist

A chef and a passionate advocate for a food economy that is good, clean and fair, Alice created the Edible Schoolyard in 1995 at a Berkeley middle school. Its one-acre garden and kitchen classroom have benefited thousands of children ever since.

Amanda Steinberg

Women's Finance Expert

Amanda is founder and CEO of DailyWorth.com, a personal finance site for smart, ambitious women, which has been profiled in the New York Times, USA Today and Cosmopolitan. Amanda's goal is to provide accessible information and a positive message.

Amy Porterfield

Social Media Superstar

A pioneer in social media marketing, Amy is the go-to resource for building engaging, valuable social experiences. She's a regular contributor to "Social Media Examiner," helping businesses reach new heights with innovative social strategies.

Angela Belcher

Groundbreaking Biotechnologist

A cutting-edge biotechnologist, Angela explores the use of natural viruses to create compact, green batteries, solar cells and other technology. A pioneer in the field, she was "Scientific American" magazine's researcher of the year in 2006.

Angie Grabski

Women's Business Mentor, Networker

Angie joined Step Up Women's Network as a volunteer before joining the staff in 2008. Now, as managing director of the New York office, she carries out Step Up's mission of pairing at-risk teen girls with professional women who serve as mentors.

Atossa Soltani

Rainforest Protector, Environmental Activist

Since 1991, Atossa has led international campaigns directed at conserving the world's remaining tropical rainforests. A native of Iran, Atossa also advocates for the rights of indigenous populations and the survival of their culture.

Daisy Whitney

Author, Journalist, Producer

As a producer, journalist, author and mother, Daisy balances her career and family life with zeal. She turned tragedy to triumph with her successful debut novel, "The Mockingbirds," which was inspired by her experiences with date rape in college.

Dana Dornsife

Entrepreneur, Philanthopist, Cancer Care Leader

Dana, a successful businesswoman, founded the Lazarex Cancer Foundation after she lost a family member to pancreatic cancer. The foundation helps end-stage cancer patients find treatments that may extend their lives, regardless of their finances.

Debbie Lyons Blythe

Cattle Rancher, Blogger

A cattle rancher and mother of five, Debbie works every day to help produce a safe and nutritious supply of beef for consumers. She also tends to a blog and a Facebook page about cattle ranching, the nation's food supply and life in rural Kansas.

Dee Poku & June Sarpong

Media Personalities, Social Change Leaders

Dee, a marketing and branding expert, and June, a U.K. TV host, launched the WIE Network to unite, engage and inspire women from all walks. They bring together many of the world's most accomplished women to spark conversation and explore new ideas.

Satellite Sisters

Radio Personalities, Sisters

Julie, Liz, Sheila, Monica and Lian are the Satellite Sisters, five sisters who engage other women to discuss relationships and health. Starting with a radio show in 2001, they now also reach out through social media, a blog, a podcast and books.

Emily Ventura

Community Health & Nutrition Activist

During a semester abroad in 1999, Emily first became interested in food and culture. She's studied gastronomy and public health in Italy as a Fulbright Scholar, served as chairwoman of Slow Food Los Angeles and researched childhood obesity at USC.

Gabrielle Bernstein

Motivational Speaker, Life Coach, Author

Dubbed "a new role model" by the New York Times, Gabrielle is spreading her spiritual approach to happiness through her best-selling book "Add More –ing to Your Life" and as the founder of HerFuture.com, which helps young women find mentors.

Gloria Lee

Education Reformer, Venture Philanthropist

A longtime leader in education, innovation and entrepreneurship, Gloria is chief operating officer of NewSchools Venture Fund, a nonprofit firm that raises money and provides support for entrepreneurs who are working to improve public education.

Gloria Varney

Organic Farmer, Sustainability Promoter

Gloria and her husband Gregg run Nezinscot, the first certified organic dairy in Maine. She also raises five kids, grows much of the family's food, runs a country store and finds time to write a column about the benefits of an organic lifestyle.

Heidi Adams

Cancer Survivor, Spokesperson

After surviving not only Ewing's sarcoma but also the isolation of being a 26-year-old cancer patient, Heidi founded PlanetCancer.org to help others like her. The website offers a social community as well as information for young adults with cancer.

Jayni Chase

Eco-Activist, Green Living Educator

For Jayni, the wife of actor Chevy Chase, the way to protect our environment is to educate future adults about conservation. Her Center for Environmental Education provides materials for classrooms worldwide and advises schools on how to go green.

Jenny Blake

Author, Entrepreneur, Life Coach

After five years working at Google, Jenny took the leap to pursue her passions as a writer and life coach. She started her blog, LifeAfterCollege.org, in 2005. Jenny's motivational message is simple: "Wake up. Live big! Love the journey."

Joan Lunden

Television Host, Author, Serial Entrepreneur

Though best-known for her success in TV, Joan consistently reinvents herself in other arenas. A best-selling author and advocate of good parenting and good health, she also launched the child safety product KinderKord and her own home decor line.

Joanne Weiss

Public Education Leader

An education innovator, Joanne took on the daunting task of directing the $4.35 billion Race to the Top program when she joined the Education Department in 2009. Through her work, she has encouraged states to make comprehensive education reforms.

Julie Thornton

Breast Care Specialist, Breast Cancer Therapist

Julie runs Second Nature Fitting Salon, a shop that specializes in providing mastectomy products and supplies, including breast forms, bras and swimsuits. Based in Kansas, they help women return to full active lives after surgery.

Kyle Zimmer

Literacy Promoter, Education Innovator

While mentoring a child at a local shelter, Kyle, a young lawyer, saw a need and was inspired to provide such children with greater access to books. Her organization, First Book, has distributed millions of books in thousands of U.S. communities.

Lisa Oz

Media Expert, Manager, Author

After using her media and production expertise to help launch her husband's career and coauthoring five best-selling self-help books, this empathetic mother of four now has her own personal growth show on Oprah Radio, "The Lisa Oz Show."

Louise Davis Langheier

Public Health Educator

Louise co-founded Peer Health Exchange to provide health education for teenagers in public schools where the programs are eliminated or underfunded. Using college students as teachers, the program helps at-risk teens make healthier decisions.

Megan Gardner

Entrepreneur, Daily Deals Executive

A Harvard MBA and former investment banker, Megan knows moms are the busiest people in town: It made perfect sense to launch a daily-deal website designed just for them. The result, Plum District, helps busy moms connect with local businesses.

Melissa Lanz

Healthy Eating Planner, Money Saver

Melissa left a career as an online marketing executive to found The Fresh 20, a meal-planning service designed to help families conveniently bring fresh food back into their homes and avoid the rising costs and nutritional deficiencies of takeout.

Michelle Rhee

Education Reform Activist, Public Servant

A long-time advocate of educational reform, Michelle has always believed children of every background can be high achievers, which led her to found StudentsFirst, a group that works to reprioritize spending and limit bureaucracy in public schools.

Rachel Maddow

Political Commentator, TV Host

Rachel has come a long way since she won her first radio hosting job by entering a contest in Holyoke, Massachusetts. In 2008, the Rhodes scholar became the first openly gay anchor to host a prime time news program, "The Rachel Maddow Show" on MSNBC.

Sarah Brokaw

Author, Therapist

Making the most of your life is the focus of Sarah's message. A licensed therapist as well as a volunteer with Women for Women International, Sarah has written a book, "Fortytude," to help women make the years after age 40 the best of their lives.

Shirley Caesar

Preacher, Gospel Guru

After leaving the Caravans, a successful gospel group, Shirley took a leap of faith and embarked on a solo career that has spanned four decades and 11 Grammy Awards. This iconic singer also walks out her faith, co-pastoring a church with her husband.

Tammy Gibson

Mommy Blogger, Fashionista

Tammy founded her website, A Mom in High Red Heels, to instill confidence in women, especially mothers, whose daily routines leave no time for pampering. Her education about beauty and fashion encourages busy moms to look and feel their best.

Bethany Hamilton

Soul Surfer

Her childhood passion for surfing nearly cost Bethany her life in a shark attack at age 13. Despite losing her left arm, her spirit drove her to become a professional surfer. Her inspiring story is told in a book and a movie, "Soul Surfer."

Cecilia "Pudge" Kleinkauf

Fly Fisher, Reformed Lawyer

After retiring as a university professor and lawyer, Cecilia went fishing. A renowned fly-fishing and fly-tying instructor and guide in Alaska, Cecilia, nicknamed "Pudge," also served as one of the "special explorers" for "Alaska Magazine" on PBS.

Diana Nyad

Reporter, Extreme Swimmer

After breaking long-distance swimming records from 1969 to 1979, Diana has an unfulfilled dream: to swim 103 miles from Cuba to Florida. In 2011 at age 62, she tried again twice, stopping only when asthma and man-of-war stings threatened her health.

Elizabeth Cutler & Julie Rice

Indoor Cycling Gurus

They arrived in New York from different cities, Julie Rice from Los Angeles, Elizabeth Cutler from Chicago. But they shared one passion: finding a place to get a good full-body cycling workout. After failing to find it, they made it: SoulCycle.

Gretchen Bleiler

Professional Snowboarder, Olympian

Gretchen is a force to be reckoned with on the halfpipe: She began snowboarding at age 14 and has become one of the sport's most successful women, with three X Games gold medals. She's also a two-time Olympian who inspires women to push their limits.

Jennifer Figge

Extreme Swimmer, Marathon Runner

An avid runner and swimmer, Jennifer has only ramped up her feats in her sixth decade. The high-endurance athlete has completed three Atlantic crossings, swimming up to eight hours a day. In one memorable stint, she swam 28 miles without stopping.

Kimberly Fowler

Yogi, Business Owner

After surviving a bout with brain cancer, Kimberly used yoga to battle her way back into elite triathlete form. She revolutionized the yoga technique by incorporating cardiovascular exercise, making an intimidating area of fitness accessible to all.

Melissa Arnot

Mountaineer, Expedition Guide

Melissa left a promising career to pursue her dream of climbing the world's toughest mountains. She soon became one of the best female climbers, conquering Mount Everest, McKinley and others. She has transformed climbing from a passion to a career.

Rebecca Bernard Aguiar

Culture Blogger, Explorer

In founding The Cultured Seed website, Rebecca knew the importance of promoting children's cultural enrichment and awareness. Her goal is to provide parents and other caretakers a hands-on guide to helping kids experience art, travel, food and fun.

Alyssa Giacobbe

Magazine Editor

Alyssa quickly rose from fetching coffee at "Elle" to staff editing positions at "Harper’s Bazaar" and other top publications. A generalist who enjoys writing on a variety of topics, she leads local and national magazine writing workshops.

Bethenny Frankel

Media Personality; Healthy Chef; Author

Bethenny came to the nation's attention when she was named runner-up in NBC's "The Apprentice: Martha Stewart." Since then, her passion for healthy food, coupled with wit and wisdom, has made her one of the country's most famous natural food chefs.

Beverly Lueckemeyer

Top-Selling Independent Stylist

On top of being a stay-at-home mom managing three busy teens, Beverly has become a successful independent star stylist for Stella & Dot jewelry. Based in Dallas, Beverly leads the company's 10,000 designers in sales, selling timeless yet trendy jewelry to women of all ages and styles.

Burr Leonard

Fitness Trendsetter

On a visit to a Manhattan exercise studio in 1981, Burr fell in love with its ballet bar fitness routine. A decade later, she opened a studio and over time created the Bar Method of body conditioning, with franchises and DVDs to follow.

Diane von Furstenberg

Fashion Mogul, Design Icon

Creator of the iconic wrap dress in the mid-1970s, Diane has expanded her DVF brand to include shoes, handbags, jewelry and other lines. Her "love is life" philosophy is played out in her philanthropy and support of female leaders and entrepreneurs.

Elizabeth Lamont

Home Accessory Designer, World Traveler

For more than 20 years, Elizabeth has run Room at the Beach, a home decorating shop in Malibu, California. She helps clients create a relaxed California style in their homes. She also shares her innovative ideas as a blogger for Maria Shriver.

Jennifer Lopez

Entertainment Mogul, Designer, Diva

A wildly successful entertainer, Jennifer embodies entrepreneurship, adding designer, restaurateur and TV and film producer to her resume as well. The Bronx native's Maribel Foundation is dedicated to creating healthier lives for women and children.

Jessica Herrin

Jewelry Entrepreneur, Executive, Mentor

Jessica started her business in 2003, working nights and weekends designing jewelry in her home. Since then, Stella & Dot's sales have surpassed $100 million and the company has launched thousands of flexible, home-based careers for women.

Jill Zarin

Designer, Executive, Footwear Afficionado

Being on "The Real Housewives of New York," Jill wanted to look her best but had trouble finding the right shapewear. That led to Skweez Couture, a line of affordable shapewear designed to give women the right foundation for comfort and confidence.

Kris Jenner

Socialite, Talent Manager, Media Personality

She has her own production company and manages husband Bruce Jenner's motivational speaking business. But to most she is the force, behind and in front of the camera, of "Keeping Up With the Kardashians," a reality show starring her daughters.

Kristie Streicher

Eyebrow Artist

Kristie believes everyone has perfect brows - she just has to uncover them. The highly sought-after eyebrow artist, who counts many Hollywood stars as clients, has even created the "brow rehab," a three- to six-month regimen that forbids tweezing.

Mary McDonald

Interior Designer

Before Mary dressed up prominent homes and hotels, she dressed heads as a hat designer. Today, she is consistently ranked among "House Beautiful" magazine's top 100 interior designers. Her signature is eclectic, classic and clean, but sophisticated.

Michelle Phan

Makeup Artist, YouTube Icon

Michelle has revealed her fresh face and beauty secrets to millions on YouTube, with 30 million viewers going gaga over her Poker Face tutorial. While she's the most subscribed woman on YouTube, Michelle boosts beauty confidence one video at a time.

Missy Park

Women's Athletics Pioneer, Apparel Executive

When Missy founded the Title 9 women's athletic gear company in 1989, she kept the inventory in her garage. Since then, the business has grown to include stores, a catalog and a website, inspiring women to take to the courts, fields and trails.

Tamara Mellon

Designer, Executive, Tastemaker

Tamara founded and built the iconic shoe brand Jimmy Choo, culminating in its $850 million sale to Labelux Group in 2011. Still at the helm, she is expanding the brand into other categories and has created a foundation to support women's charities.

Alice Sebold

Bestselling Author

Years after surviving a brutal rape, Alice was able to come to terms with the trauma through writing her powerful memoir, "Lucky," published in 1999. In 2002 she went on to publish a novel with similar themes, the award-winning "The Lovely Bones."

Brenda Berkman

Former FDNY Firefighter, 9/11 First Responder

In the early '80s, Brenda helped win a federal gender discrimination suit that led to the hiring of the first female firefighters in New York City. Now retired after 24 years with the FDNY, she is proud to have been one of the 9/11 first responders.

Carol Paukner

Former NYPD Officer, 9/11 First Responder

A dedicated NYPD officer, Carol was a first responder on 9/11, sustained serious injuries and was told to leave. Carol's reply, "We're not leaving," became the title of a book recounting her and other first responders' self-sacrifice and bravery.

Cheryl Kilodavis

Author, Mother

When her young son wanted to wear sparkly pink dresses, Cheryl learned to stop saying no and instead celebrate his uniqueness. With her book "My Princess Boy," Cheryl has become an advocate and resource for other families facing the same issues.

Elizabeth Carlson

Acupuncturist, Herbalist, Holistic Practitioner

Embracing the art and science of traditional Chinese medicine, Liz devotes much of her work to fertility and women's health. A licensed acupuncturist and board-certified Chinese herbalist, she has journeyed as far as Africa to hone her skills.

Elizabeth Smart

Abduction Survivor, Spokesperson, Activist

Kidnapped in 2002 and held for nine months, Elizabeth now says, "I only have one life, and I'm not going to miss out on it." She's an activist on behalf of abused children and helped write a 2008 book for kidnapping survivors, "You Are Not Alone."

Jeannette Walls

Author, Columnist, Survivor

In 2005 Jeannette, a Barnard grad and former gossip columnist for MSNBC.com, published an award-winning memoir of her difficult childhood -- the New York Times Best Seller "The Glass Castle." Her first novel, "Half-Broke Horses," appeared in 2009.

Jennifer Aaker

Social Marketer, Psychologist

An award-winning educator and social psychologist at Stanford University, Jennifer has explored the mechanics of happiness, among other topics. Her book "The Dragonfly Effect" focuses on harnessing the power of social media to make a difference.

Karen Shane

Veterinarian Acupuncturist

After working as a CPA in New York City, Karen left it all behind to pursue her dream of becoming a veterinarian. Her revolutionary approach melds Western and Chinese veterinary medicine with acupuncture, changing the face of veterinary practice.

Katherine Schwarzenegger

Author, Advocate, Daughter

Stepping out from the shadow of her famous parents Maria Shriver and Arnold Schwarzenegger, Katherine penned the 2010 book "Rock What You’ve Got," revealing her own struggles with body image to help other young women conquer their insecurities.

Liz Murray

Best-Selling Author, Inspiring Speaker

Liz was once a homeless teenager with drug-addicted parents, both of whom eventually died of AIDS. Despite everything, she earned a scholarship to Harvard, graduated in 2009 and wrote a best-selling memoir of her amazing journey in "Breaking Night."

Regina Wilson

FDNY Firefighter, Singer, 9/11 First Responder

At 29, Regina left the corporate world to become a firefighter; just three years later, she was a 9/11 first responder. Regina's vocal talent appears on "Beyond the Call," an album to benefit many organizations helping people affected by 9/11.

Rovenia Brock

Media Personality, Nutrition & Wellness Leader

Dr. Ro is an author and award-winning health journalist, whose passion for breaking bad health habits began at age 9 when she lost her mother to stomach cancer. Dr. Ro is known for her easy-to-follow diet, fitness and health advice.

Staceyann Chin

Poet, Artist, Activist

Included in Black Enterprise's list of "10 Black LGBT Trailblazers," Staceyann is an outspoken and influential poet, political activist and entertainer, touring the globe with her powerful words and fearless approach to challenging social norms.

Amanda Cramer

Winemaker

Amanda quit her job as a high school math teacher to pursue her passion for wine. She studied enology at UC Davis and worked at wineries on three continents. Today, she's forging her own path as winemaker at Niner Wine Estates in Central California.

Cyndi Finkle

Art Studio Owner, Instructor

After spending 12 years building the successful craft services company Sunday Night Dinner, Cyndi has taken her talents to the art world. Her Art Works Studio makes art accessible and empowers students to think outside the box.

Elizabeth Berkley

Actress, Author, Mentor

A successful actress who felt teen girls needed a chance to build self-esteem, Elizabeth founded a nonprofit, "Ask Elizabeth." Through workshops, a website and a new book, Elizabeth offers a safe place for teen girls to ask questions and be heard.

Jennifer Ferro

L.A. Radio Executive, Broadcast Producer

Working her way up from volunteer art reporter in 1991 to general manager in 2010, Jennifer has brought a new media sensibility to traditional public radio at California's renowned KCRW-FM. Her mission, she once said, is not to be dull.

Jerri Farris

Author, Entrepreneur, Editor

Jerri's career as an author of DIY books crashed along with the housing market in 2008. Not to be defeated, she began work as a freelance copy editor. Hard work helped her ascend the ranks, and at age 57 she has a full-time career in a new city with eHow's parent company, Demand Media.

Julie Bowen

Comic Genius, Emmy-Winner

Julie has come a long way from putting on plays in the family yard in Baltimore, winning an Emmy for the television hit Modern Family. She also found time to graduate from prestigious Brown University, inspiring a generation of young actresses.

Kara Lind

Cupcake Entrepreneur

Kara grew up with a dentist father who discouraged sweets, but at 35, she gave up an advertising career to go to pastry school and start a cupcake business. Kara's business has grown to six locations and appeared on Food Network's "Cupcake Wars."

Louisa Shafia

Eco-Friendly Chef, Author, Media Personality

Louisa has mastered the art of eco-friendly cooking and teaching people the benefits of preparing and eating local, seasonal food. She dishes out many healthy recipes and tips in her book "Lucid Food: Cooking for an Eco-Conscious Life."

Marcie Allen

Music Industry Dealmaker, Sound Maven

As president of MAC Presents, Marcie uses 15 years of music industry experience to negotiate sponsorships between the world's leading brands and artists. Her work earned the first-ever Billboard Magazine Concert Marketing and Promotion Award.

Michelle Conceison

Music Promoter

A veteran of traditional and online ad agencies, Michelle has turned her focus to the changing world of music marketing. Her company, Market Monkeys, encourages artists to remain true to themselves and resist homogeny as they run their own careers.

Patricia Zapata

Graphic Designer, Craft Expert, Blogger

Hours in front of the computer for her graphic design business inspired Patricia to launch A Little Hut, where she sells her designs. Her passion for upcycling everyday materials into stylish crafts led to her first book, "Home, Paper, Scissors."

Sarah Silverman

Comedian, Actress, Rule Breaker

A fearless comedian, Sarah is known for diving deep into a controversial subject rather than merely scratching the surface. With credits in films, television and music as well as comedy, she has helped shatter barriers for young women everywhere.

Susan Gregg Koger

Motivational Goddess

Susan's love for vintage and retro clothing lead her to create ModCloth.com with her high school sweetheart when she was only 17. Her unique, vintage collections from independent designers have been featured in "Glamour" and "Seventeen."

Zem Joaquin

Eco-Design Guru

Fusing style and beauty with eco-friendly flavor, Zem is a BuildItGreen-certified consultant giving sustainable design a chic new look. Zem founded "ecofabulous" to educate others on the clever combination of sustainability and uncompromising style.