Membership Insights: Power Your Dream

Nov 3, 2021

The last year has proven a little challenging for business owners. What have you done to continue to Power Your Dream forward? How has NAWBO Chicago helped you Power Your Dream?

Scout Driscoll

Founder, DesignScout

“This year has been all about diversifying my all-woman branding agency, DesignScout. Pre-Covid, over 60% of our revenue was from the hospitality industry, working with clients like Cooper’s Hawk, Goddess and the Baker, and Protein Bar and Kitchen. We have powered our dream forward by growing our new wine design and branding division (VINT), launching a podcast and connecting with Wine Country clients. We have also partnered with woman-owned B2B brands and nonprofits across industries, further diversifying our clientele. NAWBO has helped by providing a robust network of women and a great resource for mentorship, business resources and networking.” 

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