Empowered Women Empower Women!
Every year on March 8th, International Women's Day is celebrated around the world. Butler County is home to many inspiring women entrepreneurs, artists, culinary experts, small-business owners, and more. These women make a huge impact on our county everyday and help to make it a diverse, fun, and unique place to visit.
We've asked some of the women in our county to share what being a woman-owned business means to them.
1. Rosanna Ruwe
The perfect shop to satisfy your sweet tooth! Shop homemade cakes, macarons, cookies, cupcakes and more delectable treats all while supporting a local women-owned business at Lulu's Sweets Boutique in West Chester.
"We have an amazing sense of community and support, and we give that back to our customers,"
— Rosanna Ruwe
2. Carrie O'Neal-Brenner
Shop an eclectic mix of delightful doodads, stationary, and gifts at Scripted Studio! This adorable shop is Illuminated with natural light and showered with bright colors, and is exactly the kind of place you hope to stumble on while exploring a new destination.
"We are heavily focused on female empowerment with the products in our shop and supporting women of all ages that come in. I was raised by strong women, and I hope to raise strong women,"
— Carrie O'Neal
3. Kathryn Marsman
Nestled in the heart of vibrant Uptown Oxford, Kofenya is more than just a place to grab your morning caffeine; it's a warm, inviting cafe that embodies the essence of the Oxford community. Whether you're seeking a quiet moment of reflection or craving the perfect espresso shot, Kofenya welcomes you.
"Kofenya Coffee was started by two women in 2004 who were in their junior year of college at Miami University, and that's really inspiring to me,"
— Kathryn Marsman
4. Mariana & Ellie
Frannie & Joe Bridal offers an intimate boutique setting designed to give brides a truly personalized experience during their 90-minute appointment. Brides and their guests have exclusive access to the entire store, receiving one-on-one attention and guidance to make the search for the perfect dress unforgettable.
