Statistics have shown that by the year 2010, women will contribute to about 60% of the wealth in the United States. Women entrepreneurs are on the rise and making a huge impact on the global economy.
The Institute for Women Entrepreneurs (IWE) is an organization recognizing women entrepreneurs for their successful contributions to society. The United States Small Business Administration (SBA) awarded IWE the Women’s Distinguished Center of Excellence award in 2008. IWE has created its’ own awards, The Leaders of Distinction and Entrepreneurs of Distinction awards, to honor those women entrepreneurs whose success in the business world has brought inspiration to others.
Two very talented and young entrepreneurs, Andrea and Carla Sancho, have been awarded The Entrepreneurs of Distinction award this year for their online retail website, http://www.WeddingCollectibles.com The website, was launched in 2006, and is dedicated to selling cake toppers and other fun bridal accessories. Andrea and Carla are both excellent examples of women entrepreneurs who have taken their parents’ great idea of selling wedding cake toppers and accessories, and have found a way of presenting them through technology and social media outlets. After graduating from Chapman University, the girls continued to follow in the footsteps of their parents’ and brought their fresh, young perspectives to the business by incorporating more technologically savvy ideas that has helped them to expand their clientele in the wedding industry. These very motivated and talented young entrepreneurs are much honored to have received such an award.
IWE has stated that, Andrea and Carla’s business has placed them in a category of emerging companies to watch out for because of their success, creative use of technology, and vivacious entrepreneurial spirit.
For a great selection of wedding accessories and wedding products, please visit http://www.weddingcollectibles.com.
