Lessons on Resilience from Women Founders Who’ve Overcome the Odds | Catalina Parker | Thrive Global
Oct 30, 2025
27 Resilient Female Founders Share Turning Points in Their Nonprofit & Business Journeys
Success stories often sparkle—but what you don’t see behind the shine are the moments of doubt, grit, and reinvention that made them possible. The path to achievement is rarely straightforward, and for many founders, adversity is the crucible where the best ideas and strongest leadership instincts are forged.
These 27 female founders from the Dreamers & Doers community know that firsthand. Each has faced challenges that tested her resilience and reshaped her vision. Here, they share the setbacks that became turning points—and the lessons that can help you transform your own challenges into fuel for growth.
