In this prodigious issue of  DOWNTOWN,  we celebrate a collection of 150 tenacious businesswomen. Their stories are a testament to their perseverance and the impact they have had on their communities. 

They share their tales of triumph and how they bravely faced trials and tribulations and conquered challenges. 

This 300-page issue is overflowing with valuable words of wisdom, advice on ways to flourish, practical strategies for adapting to constantly changing environments, and guidance from women who are so driven by passion that they took that leap of faith and decided to take business matters into their own hands. 

It is a REAL, honest, heartened perspective of success, happiness, and a fierce blend of determination, persistence, and grit.