Mentorship Helps Mission-Driven Venture Thrive

Vulnerable women living in Colombia are earning money and improving their lives through jewelry-making, thanks to Artyfactos. The company has found markets for the women's creations in the US and Europe, including some Macy's stores. In this interview with EIX Editor Kim Eddleston, Artyfactos Founder Angie Sanchez talks about the impact of mentors and accelerators on her venture's success.

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DOI: 10.32617/429-5d4c358a88d50
Eddleston, K. (2019, August 8). Mentorship helps mission-driven venture thrive. Entrepreneur & Innovation Exchange. Retrieved May 4, 2024, from https://eiexchange.com/content/mentorship-helps-mission-driven-venture-thrive
Eddleston, Kimberly. "Mentorship Helps Mission-Driven Venture Thrive" Entrepreneur & Innovation Exchange. 8 Aug. 2019. Web 4 May. 2024 <https://eiexchange.com/content/mentorship-helps-mission-driven-venture-thrive>.

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