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“Winning an [E100] award for an innovation that was very needed… it really just helped drive awareness.”
In this episode of the Entreprenista Podcast, we dive into the inspiring journey of Addie Gundry, the founder of Pluie, and last year’s Entreprenista 100 Innovator of the Year. Join us as we explore Addie's experiences before and after winning, the motivations behind her innovative self-sanitizing diaper changing table, and her tips for writing a compelling award application.
Whether you’re considering applying for the E100 Awards, other awards, and/ or grant programs, this episode will teach you how Addie's recognition has elevated her brand, expanded her network, and fostered new opportunities.
Check out Addie’s Startups and Stilettos Episode here
Apply for the Entreprenista 100 Awards right here
What we talked about:
Introducing Addie and her story [02:20]
Tips for E100 applicants [3:45]
Community and Entrepreneurship [9:35]
The impact of winning an Entreprenista 100 Award [11:50]
Addie’s best advice [15:30]
Connect with Addie:
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Guests
Addie Gundry
CEO of Pluie
Hosts
Stephanie Cartin
Co-founder of Socialfly and Entreprenista.
Stephanie Cartin is the co-founder and CEO of Entreprenista, an all-in-one platform – which includes a private community & business membership called The Entreprenista League that's made up of over 2,000 women founders at all stages of business, a weekly newsletter received by 60,000 readers, two podcasts, in-person educational & networking events, and an award program – that women founders at all stages can turn to for everything they need to grow.
Stephanie is also the co-founder of Socialfly (acquired by Truform Media Group in 2024), Markid, and Pearl Influential Capital. She has won countless awards, including the SmartCEO Brava award, which recognizes the top women CEOs in New York, and a Stevie Award for Women-Run Workplace of the Year. She has also appeared in Bloomberg, Forbes, Entrepreneur, Refinery29, and more.
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