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How Women Are Rising in Business

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Women of color-owned firms saw a growth of 43% between 2014 and 2019, while firms owned by African American women saw both the highest growth rate (50%) and the highest number of “net new women-owned businesses” (42%). And the pool of millennial small-business owners is growing—just last year, they made up only 7% of the survey sample.

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What can assistants expect in 2015?

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I genuinely think 2014 was a turning point in our industry and I think 2015 will see a consolidation of our efforts to take our profession forward. The situation has improved over the last few years and we have seen record numbers attend events in 2014 but it will continue to be a struggle in 2015. Recognition.

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Practically Perfect PA visits: The Fulton Inn Charleston SC

Practically Perfect PA

While sitting in the back of a taxi owned by one of the friendliest drivers I’ve ever had the pleasure to meet I surveyed my surroundings and came to the conclusion that King Street is quite possibly one of the greatest streets on earth. I made my way back onto King Street having received a restaurant recommendation from the concierge.

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A day in the life: Danielle Howes, Linley

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Anna joined LINLEY in 2013, initially as CFO before assuming the role of Chief Executive in January 2014. My husband and I also like to try new places and restaurants so often we have something planned. LINLEY, the British luxury brand founded by David Linley in 1985, aims to design and manufacture furniture of the highest quality.

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The Talbott Hotel, Chicago

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After what can only be described as total oblivion I woke, wiped the sleep from my eyes and surveyed my new surroundings. The hotel is right in the centre of the Gold Coast which means that the city’s best restaurants are a short walk away (not to mention the most amazing shops). Why book The Talbott for your boss?