Even though February hasn't ended, we're looking ahead to March and Women's History Month. Famous women inventors and entrepreneurs have changed our world.
The U.S. first patent given to a woman went to Mary Kies. A Connecticut native, Mary Kies invented a process for weaving straw with silk or thread.
In many states women could not legally own property independent of their husbands, many women inventors didn't bother to patent their new inventions. Mary Kies broke that pattern on May 5, 1809.
In the coming weeks, we will be featuring great women inventors and entrepreneurs.
Starting April 1, BKFK, CosmoGirl and Piczo will be bringing you the CG Mind Your Business Challenge. We are challenging young women to come up with business ideas and business plans. With a $10,000 prize,
get started today.