--- title: Stories and Updates | Horn Entrepreneurship | women entrepreneurs description: women entrepreneurs | Stories, news and updates from Horn Entrepreneurship, the creative engine of University of Delaware --- [![University of Delaware](https://horn.udel.edu/hs-fs/hubfs/HPE_Jan2017/logo.png?width=168&height=70&name=logo.png "University of Delaware")](http://udel.edu) #### Horn Entrepreneurship # [Stories & Updates](https://horn.udel.edu) ### [Navigating Bias & Brevity: How Pitch Q&A Responses Impact Funding](https://horn.udel.edu/navigating-bias-brevity-how-pitch-qa-responses-impact-funding) Our faculty are always on the move. Last summer, Dr. Laura Gasiorowski, Associate Professor of Entrepreneurship, captivated audiences at the Academy of Management Annual Conference in Chicago, IL, where she unveiled her research on how entrepreneurs’ responses during pitch Q&A sessions influence their chances of securing funding. We recently had the opportunity to sit down with Dr. Gasiorowski to dive deeper into her compelling findings. [Read More](https://horn.udel.edu/navigating-bias-brevity-how-pitch-qa-responses-impact-funding) by [Horn Entrepreneurship](https://horn.udel.edu/author/horn-entrepreneurship) • February 10, 2025 Topics: [entrepreneurship](https://horn.udel.edu/topic/entrepreneurship), [startup advice](https://horn.udel.edu/topic/startup-advice), [pitching](https://horn.udel.edu/topic/pitching), [women entrepreneurs](https://horn.udel.edu/topic/women-entrepreneurs), [research](https://horn.udel.edu/topic/research) ### [15 added to WE Hatch Honor Circle in 2024](https://horn.udel.edu/15-added-to-we-hatch-honor-circle-in-2024) Fifteen women were[inducted](https://www.udel.edu/research-innovation/horn/we-hatch/honor-circle/) into the WE Hatch Honor Circle, a cornerstone of WE Hatch, a Horn initiative that aims to empower innovative and entrepreneurial women. [Read More](https://horn.udel.edu/15-added-to-we-hatch-honor-circle-in-2024) by [Horn Entrepreneurship](https://horn.udel.edu/author/horn-entrepreneurship) • December 16, 2024 Topics: [awards](https://horn.udel.edu/topic/awards), [women entrepreneurs](https://horn.udel.edu/topic/women-entrepreneurs) ### [In Between the Stitches: Samantha McGhee of Miss Boulevard](https://horn.udel.edu/in-between-the-stitches-samantha-mcghee-of-miss-boulevard)   At the Hen Hatch 2023 event, a gathering of outstanding young entrepreneurs demonstrated their dedication and willingness to put in the work to compete for funding based on their ventures. Amongst the other entrepreneurs participating in the innovation showcase and the finalist round, Samantha McGhee shined bright. She was able to pitch Miss Boulevard with grace and charisma that engaged the crowd and judges. Landing her some crucial funding for her entrepreneurial journey. [Read More](https://horn.udel.edu/in-between-the-stitches-samantha-mcghee-of-miss-boulevard) by [Yashlee Francois](https://horn.udel.edu/author/yashlee-francois) • April 22, 2024 Topics: [entrepreneurship](https://horn.udel.edu/topic/entrepreneurship), [community](https://horn.udel.edu/topic/community), [events](https://horn.udel.edu/topic/events), [competition](https://horn.udel.edu/topic/competition), [students](https://horn.udel.edu/topic/students), [women entrepreneurs](https://horn.udel.edu/topic/women-entrepreneurs), [innovation](https://horn.udel.edu/topic/innovation), [Hen Hatch](https://horn.udel.edu/topic/hen-hatch) ### [A Recipe for Success: 2024 WE Hatch Breakfast Insights](https://horn.udel.edu/a-recipe-for-success-2024-we-hatch-breakfast-insights) WE Hatch is here to support, uplift, and recognize women making strides and impact. WE Hatch seeks to advance creative, innovative and entrepreneurial women within UD and the broader community. Through honor circle ceremonies and speaker breakfasts, women can congregate to share stories and advice with others to continue the cycle of support. On February 14th, a WE Hatch breakfast and interviews was hosted, featuring Chrissi Rawak. [Read More](https://horn.udel.edu/a-recipe-for-success-2024-we-hatch-breakfast-insights) by [Yashlee Francois](https://horn.udel.edu/author/yashlee-francois) • March 20, 2024 Topics: [entrepreneurship](https://horn.udel.edu/topic/entrepreneurship), [community](https://horn.udel.edu/topic/community), [events](https://horn.udel.edu/topic/events), [women entrepreneurs](https://horn.udel.edu/topic/women-entrepreneurs), [leadership](https://horn.udel.edu/topic/leadership) ### [Arima Skincare: Accessible and Natural Skincare For All](https://horn.udel.edu/arima-skincare-accessible-and-natural-skincare-for-all) Embarking on the quest for a new natural skincare brand can indeed be a daunting task, as the array of options can be overwhelming. The challenge often lies in deciphering the lengthy list of ingredients on the back of  product labels, with some names sounding like a foreign language. Finding a natural skincare brand can often be challenging, but look no further. Arima Skincare, created by Arielle Mahugu, is a natural skincare brand that won second place in the Pitch Party last fall.  Arielle is a freshman medical diagnostics pre-med student who has a passion for skincare since discovering the harmful chemicals that many brands include in their products. [Read More](https://horn.udel.edu/arima-skincare-accessible-and-natural-skincare-for-all) by [Natalie Kessler](https://horn.udel.edu/author/natalie-kessler) • February 05, 2024 Topics: [entrepreneurship](https://horn.udel.edu/topic/entrepreneurship), [competition](https://horn.udel.edu/topic/competition), [students](https://horn.udel.edu/topic/students), [startups](https://horn.udel.edu/topic/startups), [pitching](https://horn.udel.edu/topic/pitching), [women entrepreneurs](https://horn.udel.edu/topic/women-entrepreneurs), [pitch party](https://horn.udel.edu/topic/pitch-party) ### [Nominations Open For WE Hatch Honor Circle](https://horn.udel.edu/nominations-open-for-we-hatch-honor-circle) Exciting news! The nomination period for the WE Hatch Honor Circle is now open, and we invite you to put forth deserving individuals who have left an indelible mark in their communities and beyond. Help us recognize remarkable women contributing to the creation of an inclusive and forward-thinking business environment. Don't miss the chance to submit a nomination for an inspiring woman in your life by January 24! [Read More](https://horn.udel.edu/nominations-open-for-we-hatch-honor-circle) by [Horn Entrepreneurship](https://horn.udel.edu/author/horn-entrepreneurship) • January 17, 2024 Topics: [community](https://horn.udel.edu/topic/community), [alumni](https://horn.udel.edu/topic/alumni), [women entrepreneurs](https://horn.udel.edu/topic/women-entrepreneurs) ### [Making Your Next Sip Safer: Mackenzie Frank’s SafeSip](https://horn.udel.edu/making-your-next-sip-safer-mackenzie-franks-safesip) Heading down Main Street on a Saturday night with your best friends determined to have a fun time at the bar is a common story for many students here at the University of Delaware and universities in general. Most students know the danger associated with drinking recklessly and take precautions to be responsible drinkers, however, there is one scenario that can get the better of even the most vigilant people. Someone slipping “something” into their drink. An unfortunate situation that has been victimizing innocent drinkers all around the world. [Read More](https://horn.udel.edu/making-your-next-sip-safer-mackenzie-franks-safesip) by [Yashlee Francois](https://horn.udel.edu/author/yashlee-francois) • January 08, 2024 Topics: [entrepreneurship](https://horn.udel.edu/topic/entrepreneurship), [competition](https://horn.udel.edu/topic/competition), [students](https://horn.udel.edu/topic/students), [startups](https://horn.udel.edu/topic/startups), [pitching](https://horn.udel.edu/topic/pitching), [women entrepreneurs](https://horn.udel.edu/topic/women-entrepreneurs), [pitch party](https://horn.udel.edu/topic/pitch-party) ### [September Horn Hen of the Month: Olivia Jin](https://horn.udel.edu/september-horn-hen-of-the-month-olivia-jin) The Horn Hen of the month article series is a series dedicated to highlighting Horn Entrepreneurship students that are inspiring others and impacting their community. One nominated Horn student will be chosen each month and a written feature will document their hard work and progress as they go through their time at Horn, within our community and beyond. The winning student will also receive a gift card and a Horn Hen of the Month certificate. To nominate a student, fill out [this Google form](https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScvJ3l_wE03x4Apui0kRgKtr0EqGUcUOPON2iCgs8vAPdFqgA/viewform). Any student involved with Horn Entrepreneurship is eligible to be nominated. [Read More](https://horn.udel.edu/september-horn-hen-of-the-month-olivia-jin) by [McKinley Lynn](https://horn.udel.edu/author/mckinley-lynn) • October 20, 2023 Topics: [entrepreneurship](https://horn.udel.edu/topic/entrepreneurship), [community](https://horn.udel.edu/topic/community), [students](https://horn.udel.edu/topic/students), [women entrepreneurs](https://horn.udel.edu/topic/women-entrepreneurs), [Horn Hen of the Month](https://horn.udel.edu/topic/horn-hen-of-the-month) ### [Horn After 10: Alanna Weiss](https://horn.udel.edu/horn-after-10-alanna-weiss) Tortilla imprinted with logos and bacon made from mushroom roots are two unusual components of Alanna Weiss’ startup career. In 2018, while a student at the University of Delaware, she created a food delivery and catering company specializing in quesadillas. Tortilla Text was born from that, with the ability to print messages, logos or other information directly on tortillas. After graduation in 2020, she was hired by a company now known as MyForest Foods. Its game- changing product – and its first product to hit the shelves – is MyBacon, which is made of just [six ingredients](https://myforestfoods.com/mybacon-nutrition): Mushroom mycelium (the root-like structure), salt, coconut oil, sugar, natural flavors and beet juice concentrate (for color). [Read More](https://horn.udel.edu/horn-after-10-alanna-weiss) by [Horn Entrepreneurship](https://horn.udel.edu/author/horn-entrepreneurship) • September 05, 2023 Topics: [entrepreneurship](https://horn.udel.edu/topic/entrepreneurship), [alumni](https://horn.udel.edu/topic/alumni), [women entrepreneurs](https://horn.udel.edu/topic/women-entrepreneurs), [10 Year Anniversary](https://horn.udel.edu/topic/10-year-anniversary) ### [Summer Founders: Samantha and Heather](https://horn.udel.edu/summer-founders-samantha-and-heather) With the approach of Summer Founders Demo Day, take the opportunity to delve deeper into the profiles of our exceptional cohort members and their innovative ventures. Samantha McGhee and Heather Stroili have worked diligently throughout the summer to find a niche that they can service in their respective industries, human resources and fashion. Read on to discover their narratives, the significance their startups offer, and their focal points set for the past and future. 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