50 Fastest Growing Women-Owned/Led Companies™ Guide To Growth

Dr. MARSHA FIRESTONE is a recognized expert in entrepreneurship and the founder and president of the Women Presidents’ Organization (WPO), which began in 1997 as a peer-advisory organization for women who own and lead multimillion dollar businesses. She is also the founder and president of the Women Presidents’ Educational Organization, dedicated to increasing access to business opportunities for women’s business enterprises (WBEs).SUSAN JOHNSON is director of communications for the Women Presidents’ Organization. Prior to this, she was a freelance writer and a seasoned public-relations agency professional. Susan’s strong background managing strategic business-to-consumer and business-to-business communications facilitates the building of brand reputation and value while supporting business objectives.

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