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Introduction:
- Carina Glover, Founder and CEO of HerHeadquarters
- Mission: Revolutionizing women-owned businesses
Business Concept:
- Helping women-owned businesses rise and achieve success
- Removing barriers and serving one million businesses
- Corporate services, women-owned business certification, and platform
Inspiration to Start:
- Carina's original plan to be a high-profile event planner
- Challenges and setbacks led to a failed launch party
- Realization of the value of collaboration
- Passion for supporting women-owned businesses
Transition to HerHeadquarters:
- Success in event planning but not happy
- Vision for HerHeadquarters through prayer and introspection
- Swift transition, shutting down event planning business
Challenges and Resilience:
- Highs and lows over the past four years
- Technical issues with the app
- Challenges in hiring the right talent
- Commitment, excitement, and pride in not giving up
Upgrading the Platform:
- Shift from the app to a fully desktop version
- Smoother, glitch-free experience for users
- Alignment with mission to serve women-owned businesses better
Corporate Services:
- Corporate concierge service connecting corporations with women-owned businesses
- Example of Victoria's Secret partnership
- Efficient matching process through the platform
Looking Forward:
- Acknowledging progress but desire to do better
- Discontinuation of the app as an upgrade
- Excitement for the future and commitment to serving women-owned businesses
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