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Title I used maternity leave to launch my mug business Degree of recognition National Media name/outlet BBC Media type Web Country/Territory United Kingdom Date 29/01/25 Description
This article explores the entrepreneurial journey of Mollie Warrington, a Cardiff-based potter who founded Naetive Studio during maternity leave in 2022. From crafting mugs in her kitchen to managing a team producing 400 custom orders weekly, Mollie’s story highlights the challenges and triumphs of balancing motherhood and business. Academic commentary by Dr. Lauren Josie Thomas underscores systemic barriers faced by female entrepreneurs, including funding inequities, childcare constraints, and societal expectations to "have it all." Mollie’s success, amplified by influencer collaborations, illustrates the potential of social media in modern business growth while emphasizing the need for structural support for women in leadership. Organizations like Business Wales are working to address these disparities, but persistent gender biases in entrepreneurship remain a critical issue.URL https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/cjr25ddd8rwo Persons Lauren Josie Thomas
Keywords
- Entrepreneur
- Women's entrepreneurship
- Wales
- Business
- Entrepreneurship
- Barriers to entrepreneurship