Becky Douglas, the founder of Rising Star Outreach, helps more than 45 leprosy colonies in India become thriving, self-sufficient communities. This daunting task is accomplished through three major initiatives: provide leprosy patients with their own small businesses using micro-financing; educate the colony children in a safe, healthy environment; and address the unique healthy challenges of the colonies with mobile medical units.
Desiree Scales, CEO of Bella Web Design, Inc., started her business in 1998 and grew it to over 300 customers in 35 states, earning the #1 ranking on kudzu.com. She is living her dream of running a rewarding business while balancing the joys and challenges of a young family. Desiree is a professional speaker and advocate who helps businesses and individuals better understand electronic media and the power of social marketing so they can make smart decisions.
Margot Swann is the founder of Visions Anew, an organization of wise, professional women that offer the tools to help divorcing women recapture their self respect, empowering them to create and achieve a new vision for their lives. Visions Anew programs educate, support, and connect divorcing women with professionals, resources and each other.
www.visionsanew.org