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Women in Business 2018

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Wednesday, October 24, 2018
Celeste Ybanez, daughter of Clark and Jenny Williams, has taken over management at her family’s business Frog Level Brewing Company in Waynesville. Photo by Jessi Stone Celeste Ybanez, daughter of Clark and Jenny Williams, has taken over management at her family’s business Frog Level Brewing Company in Waynesville. Photo by Jessi Stone

Women owning their own businesses is nothing new, and in fact North Carolina is among the nation’s leaders in this area. Still, those we interviewed for our annual series on Women in Business illustrate their inspiring stories and unique challenges.

Law practice a team effort for majority-female firm

Daughter takes reins at Frog Level Brewing

German-Cherokee couple sells authentic craftsmanship

Classy Flea focuses on customer service

City Lights owner finds way in restaurant biz

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