News Summary
Dallas, Texas, has recognized six inspiring women for their achievements on the Female Founders 500 list. These entrepreneurs are not only showcasing their expertise but are also significantly contributing to the economy by generating substantial revenue and funding. The influence of these women is evident in various sectors as they break barriers and lead their industries. The trend of women entrepreneurs is on the rise in Texas, with the Dallas-Fort Worth area ranking high for female business ownership. This celebration highlights their impact and the promise of an empowered future.
Texas has recently been recognized for its innovative female entrepreneurs, with six women from the greater Dallas area featuring prominently in the latest Inc. Magazine Female Founders 500 list. This list celebrates the accomplishments of female business leaders across the United States, showcasing their significant impact across various industries.
These six honorees collectively generated an impressive $9 billion in revenue in 2024 and secured $10.6 billion in funding, highlighting their influence and success within the business community. The rapid growth and innovative approaches adopted by these entrepreneurs exemplify the strength and resilience of women in the marketplace.
The Dallas-area female founders are making strides in diverse fields:
- Amber Capone of Veterans Exploring Treatment Solutions in Southlake has collaborated with Stanford University on a project studying Ibogaine therapy for veterans. She successfully premiered a documentary on the subject at the Telluride Film Festival.
- Amber Venz Box leads LTK, a platform designed for content creators that has driven $5 billion in annual purchases, boasting a customer base of over 40 million monthly shoppers.
- Donna Letier from Gardenuity has created customized wellness gardening kits, which have attracted $5.5 million in funding and achieved a 300% growth in their corporate wellness platform.
- Susan Sarich of SusieCakes successfully expanded her bakery business by opening five new locations, introducing a marketing campaign linked to Taylor Swift’s Eras Tour and launching a loyalty app that increased memberships by 50%.
- Suzanne Miller at SPM Communications managed to replace nearly $1 million in lost business while navigating through challenging economic conditions.
- Tera Davis transitioned CyberOne Security in Plano to be a women-led and women-owned business, acquiring 36 new customers and hiring over two dozen new cybersecurity professionals.
In total, 28 female founders from Texas have secured spots on the Inc. 500 list, further solidifying the state’s reputation as a burgeoning hub for women-led businesses. This trend is echoed by a recent report from Wells Fargo, which ranked the Dallas-Fort Worth area as the No. 2 metropolitan area for the growth of women business owners.
In a related development, UT Southwestern Medical Center has been ranked as the second-best hospital in Texas for 2025 and stands as the top hospital in the Dallas-Fort Worth area. This institution has consistently maintained this elite position for nine consecutive years, excelling in numerous medical specialties. Following UT Southwestern, Baylor University Medical Center is recognized as the third best in Texas and second in DFW.
As this recognition brings attention to female entrepreneurship, the presence of women-owned businesses becomes more prominent in areas such as Fort Worth’s Stockyards, where several businesses are led by influential female founders. The growing acknowledgment of women’s contributions to the business landscape is underscored during Women’s History Month.
A noteworthy initiative supporting women’s needs is being carried out by Britt Wold of GRIT Fitness, who is collecting donations through a bra drive in partnership with Our Calling, a Dallas nonprofit organization. The program aims to assist women experiencing homelessness, reflecting the community’s commitment to social issues and highlights the impact business leaders can have beyond the commercial sector.
With the success of these six entrepreneurs, and the continuing emergence of women-owned businesses in Texas, the future looks promising for female leaders in the Dallas-Fort Worth area and beyond.
Deeper Dive: News & Info About This Topic
- Dallas Culture Map
- PaperCity Magazine
- Dallas Observer
- NBC DFW
- PR Newswire
- Wikipedia: Female Entrepreneurship
- Google Search: female founders dallas
- Google Scholar: female entrepreneurs dallas
- Encyclopedia Britannica: women entrepreneurs
- Google News: female founders Texas
Author: STAFF HERE COLLEGE WRITER
The COLLEGE STATION STAFF WRITER represents the experienced team at HERECollegeStation.com, your go-to source for actionable local news and information in College Station, Brazos County, and beyond. Specializing in "news you can use," we cover essential topics like product reviews for personal and business needs, local business directories, politics, real estate trends, neighborhood insights, and state news affecting the area—with deep expertise drawn from years of dedicated reporting and strong community input, including local press releases and business updates. We deliver top reporting on high-value events such as the Brazos Valley Fair & Rodeo, Chilifest, and Aggie Muster. Our coverage extends to key organizations like the Bryan-College Station Chamber of Commerce and United Way of the Brazos Valley, plus leading businesses in education, biotechnology, and retail that power the local economy such as Texas A&M University, Fujifilm Diosynth Biotechnologies, and H-E-B. As part of the broader HERE network, including HEREAustinTX.com, HEREDallas.com, HEREHouston.com, and HERESanAntonio.com, we provide comprehensive, credible insights into Texas's dynamic landscape.
