Entrepreneurship
Friday, October 30, 2026
Covering Women Leadership Around The Globe
The Women’s Business Development Council honored eight people at its Oct. 23 gala in Greenwich. More than 600
The businesses are ready. The question is whether the ecosystem around them is ready to respond.
Jumoke Akinwunmi
Co-founder, Alitheia Capital
Alicia Jackson praised the removal of hormone therapy warnings while disclosures listed Evernow shares and stock options. HHS said it would assess the facts after placing her on leave, but has not confirmed whether a draft conflict waiver was granted.
Raminder Samra, the founder of Period Harmony, has been named the 2026 Start Up Loans Ambassador for London. Her women's wellness business has expanded into major retailers like Boots and Walmart. Samra’s journey from personal experience to business success highlights the impact of practical support and determination in entrepreneurship.
The future of global leadership isn’t just being written by men in boardrooms. It’s being rewritten by women in every industry, on every continent.
Her Forward
Covering Women Leadership Around The Globe
Access to capital remains the single greatest barrier between ambition and achievement for women-led startups worldwide.
Her Forward Staff
Venture Capital Coverage
