Episode 27: Empowering Women with Heather O’Neil of Mushmina

Heather is a designer, social entrepreneur, and mom of 2 spunky children. She has a BFA in Graphic Design and Art Therapy from the School of Visual Arts and a Masters Degree in Global Affairs and International Business from New York University. She started her career working as a materials and design specialist for Material ConneXion in NYC and then served as a volunteer small business adviser with the United States Peace Corps in Morocco. She lived in a rural region of Morocco and helped women diversify their line of products for the export market. Since her experience in the Peace Corps, it was her dream to start a company to employ and empower women. In 2009 Mushmina was born and Heather has been at its’ helm ever since. You can find our podcasts on Apple, Pandora, and IHeart Radio. What topics would you like to see discussed next? Share with us in the comments below. We couldn’t make these podcasts without your support!