Women are stepping up to own their own businesses. It a phenomenon happening more and more, and we couldn’t be happier about it. In fact, between 2014 and 2019, the number of women-owned businesses grew 3.9% annually, while the number owned by minority women grew by 7%, according to a report by American Express. The numbers between 2018 and 2019 grew 5% (all women-owned) and 10% (women of color).  

This is why companies like Office Depot OfficeMax encourage all entrepreneurs — and specifically women entrepreneurs — to stay ahead of the curve and educate themselves on how to better enhance their businesses. 

Between 2014 and 2019, the number of women-owned businesses grew 3.9% annually.

American exPress report

In this series, seven savvy women business owners are interviewed, and they give all-access passes to their journeys. And their candid responses are refreshing. Many shared great tips about the challenges, obstacles and successful milestones they have experienced along the way. 

Ebony Daniels Sanon, owner of The Limelight Collection, a collection of luxury handbags, weighs in on customer retention. 

Ebony’s Bright Business Idea is all about the importance of giving thanks to customers during the holidays. At Office Depot OfficeMax, she can print custom thank you notes with her company’s logo and mail them all in one trip.

Office Depot OfficeMax salutes multicultural women entrepreneurs with products and services designed to support their business success.