There have been important changes for women in terms of employment in the past decades, such as paid employment outside the home or moving into jobs that used to be done only by men. Being a female leader or a woman entrepreneur is not so rare nowadays.

Amy Bircher is the president and founder of MMI Textiles, whose success lies in her capacity to solve problems, her concern for others and her leadership abilities, among others. Bircher has positioned the company for growth by establishing a solid team and infrastructure. She leads and directs the sales and operations of the company, which has experienced significant growth since its founding in 1997. She has developed products and services unique to the various markets the company serves and is known for having a keen eye for product innovations that have led to proprietary materials and best-in-class product lines.

Ann-Marie Ahern is the first female principal to be named to the management board of McCarthy, Lebit, Crystal & Liffman Co., LPA in its 57-year history. As an employment lawyer and advocate, Ahern has worked hard to become one of the leading female lawyers in Cleveland by demonstrating a tremendous commitment to the advancement of women. Ann-Marie represents women who have suffered from unlawful discrimination or sexual harassment in the workplace.

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