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Women-Owned/Led Businesses in Downtown Boulder

We'd like to introduce you to some of the amazing women entrepreneurs who work hard and inspire us daily right here in our own district. Scroll down this page and meet the women powerhouses of Downtown Boulder and check out the women-owned/led business map!

Ann and Nathan Klein

Ann Klein | SmithKlein Gallery

“As second generation owners of SmithKlein Gallery in its 41st year in business, my husband Nathan and I have continued the legacy of SmithKlein Gallery by representing the arts in Downtown Boulder. Having grown up in Boulder to owning a family business on Pearl Street has been a profound and incredible experience."

SmithKlein Gallery

Deirdre Mangine, owner of Two Sole Sisters

Deirdre Mangine | Two Sole Sisters

"My grandfather was an immigrant from Italy and prospered in the Central Valley of California with a grocery store and then retired with Bianco Wine and Roses. He was my hero and role model for what it means to be connected to your community through retail. I strive to follow in his footsteps as the new owner of Two Sole Sisters, and continue the legacy of this amazing shoe boutique, started by women, owned by a woman, and run by a staff of equally amazing women. Please stop in and experience the “sisterhood”, we can’t wait to see you!"

Two Sole Sisters

Jenna and Darren from Bobbles & Lace

Jenna Slattery | Bobbles & Lace

"Being part of a community with so many women owned businesses is like a built in support system! I am honored to be part of it and so happy I get to take care of women every single day making them feel good about themselves and how they show up. Nothing feels better than empowering other woman!"

Debbie Klein | Art + Soul Gallery

“I love downtown because it is the heart of the city. There is a vibrancy and energy to the space, and we have a great mix of loyal local customers and travelers from all over the world. It’s a really unique customer base.”

Art + Soul Gallery

Jess Liu | Creature Comforts Cafe

"I felt as if I was ready to act on my dream of opening my own business and was excited to create a space within the downtown Boulder community.”

Creature Comforts Cafe

Lidia, owner of Alpaca Connection

Lidia Holl | Alpaca Connection

"Since 1988 we have been providing our customers with beautiful and unique Alpaca clothing, jewelry and gifts. We are proud to excel not only in our offerings but also in giving second to none customer service. I love being part of this unique and great community."

Alpaca Connection

Maruta Kalnins and Sofia Rose, owners of Gypsy Jewel

Maruta Kalnins and Sofia Rose | Gypsy Jewel

"My three daughters and I started Gypsy Jewel 20 years ago. These days my daughter Sofia designs and creates some of our beautiful jewelry, while I travel to source the gems and fabrics which grace our shop. It has been such a pleasure to work in this creative community and be a part of a vibrant downtown with so many other women-owned businesses."

Valerie Rome | Clean Your Dirty Face

"I really value the atmosphere in Boulder. Everyone is friendly and connected, and the pace of life is a perfect balance of busy but recreational. The local flavor of the city – from restaurants to shops – makes it so special.”

Clean Your Dirty Face

Ana Weir | Ana's Art Gallery

“I am a world traveler, however, I love my home in Boulder and love that my family is here. I like the unique, friendly community here. I also enjoy being close to the beautiful Flatirons.”

Ana's Art Gallery

Beth Krodel | Insight Designs

“I feel a lot of responsibility as a female entrepreneur in tech. I’ve taken part in mentorship programs where out of 80 mentors, I was one of only two women. When meeting with other tech CEOs and partners, I’m often the only woman. Because there are so few of us, I know I need to do a very good job, I need to encourage other women to get involved in technology, and I need to set a good example for my children and their friends to show them that women can and should be tech entrepreneurs.”

Insight Designs Web Solutions, LLC

Erica Dahl | Savvy on Pearl

“My mom has owned a retail store for 48 years - my parents met because my dad applied for a job. Women-owned businesses was the normal in my family and I knew I wanted to open a retail store because I knew a lot about this industry.”

hannah morgan inside sugar and spice bookstore

Hannah Morgan - Sugar and Spice Books

"I am honored to be Boulder's first and only romance bookstore and to be a part of the amazing downtown Boulder community. As a woman owned and operated business, I strive to empower other women and give a physical presence to the bookish community. I am thrilled to have the opportunity to meet other book lovers and provide a third space worth visiting."

Sugar and Spice Books

Kelly Jeun | Casa Juani

Casa Juani is a reflection of my passion for hospitality and culture- built with love, resilience, and a deep commitment to sharing authentic Spanish flavors with Boulder. As a co-owner of Casa Juani, I’m proud to help build a space where heritage, hospitality, and women’s leadership converge through food and community.

Dr. Jennifer Smith & Dr. Jean Israelson & Dr. Jeff Smith from Envision Boulder

Dr. Jennifer Smith & Dr. Jean Israelson | Envision Boulder

"Being able to provide quality eyecare and the best eyewear to the community where we both grew up is a privilege. Building relationships with our patients throughout the years is what makes this job so rewarding and then seeing them looking great in their frames around town is an added bonus. It is amazing to see so many women owned businesses downtown and we are lucky to be a part of such a great community."

Envision Boulder

Polk Family posing in front of pedestrian shops

Zoe & Lauren Polk - Pedestrian Shops

"We were fortunate to grow up here in Boulder while our dad built the Pedestrian Shops. We're even luckier to now work together running the business. Downtown Boulder is a fantastic community and we're so glad to be a part of it."

Pedestrian Shops

Kim Davis | Flower Wild

“Supporting women is a huge reason I have the store. I’m really passionate about women feeling beautiful and radiant in whatever body they're in during their current season. I also strive to help women walk away with affordable, beautiful and long-lasting pieces.”

Shelby Robbins | Antelope Recovery

"Growing up in Boulder County, I feel so grateful to get to contribute back to the community through our work with teens! I am so grateful to be part of this community of entrepreneurial women."

Antelope Recovery

Andrea Uzarowski | Süti & Co.

"I want to create a safe, calming space where everyone can walk in and feel at home. Customers can sip on a warm beverage, eat a sweet treat and browse curated home goods from businesses that are women-owned, single-parent owned and sustainable. Visitors can read a book or chat with friends - whatever they need to recharge.”

Jessica Dizmang | Ben & Jerry's

“Being a woman entrepreneur means so much to me. I look at my employees or my three daughters and I want them to see that they can do anything they put their minds to and find a way to have everything they want in their lives.”

owners of Symmetry Massage

Symmetry 360 Massage

"Symmetry 360 Massage thrives on the belief that physical touch is a fundamental part of well-being. We love being part of the energy of downtown Boulder, and we strive to create a space where everyone feels welcome to share in the experience of wellness. We have seen time and again with our clients, how feeling well in your body can allow you to show up as your best in all other areas of your life. The Boulder community in particular is one that embraces the journey of self-connection that massage invites you to go on. Being a women-owned business, we feel lucky to have the support and connections that Boulder provides and look forward to continuing to grow in this community."

Symmetry360 Massage

woman stands behind sandwich counter

Marcy Miller | Organic Sandwich Company

“I love helping other entrepreneurs and being a resource to other business owners, especially women business owners. I’m a big fan of paying it forward and helping others.”

Organic Sandwich Company

Meggy, owner of Colorado Glass Works

Meggy Wilm | Colorado Glass Works

"As a woman-owned company, Colorado Glass Works is proud to contribute to the creative energy that makes this city so special. Every day, we’re inspired by the artists, makers and visitors who bring Boulder to life, and we’re grateful to be a small piece of this beautiful mosaic."

Colorado Glass Works

Jillian Glenn Altman & Hillary Glenn Riley | GLENN + GLENN

“Working downtown Boulder has been so rewarding over the years. We are honored to be part of this community of smart and savvy entrepreneurial women."

photo of Avery (Store Manager) outside of Savory Spice Shop

Avery Riffle | Savory & Spice

Avery Riffle, Store Manager at Savory & Spice's describes her personal mission as "whether you're a professional chef or an at home hobbyist, let me help you find inspiration and empowerment in and out of your kitchen."

Linda Kozloff-Turner | Christine Marguerite Designs

“I sat up one day and thought to myself, ‘Am I the only woman going through this?’ So I decided to interview 100 global women jewelers and tell their stories. The experience has been incredible, and it has inspired me to curate the world’s largest women’s jewelry exhibition to date.”

Christine Marguerite Designs

Nicole Hurdle | Hurdle's Jewelry

"After my great-grandfather ran the business, my grandfather took it over and then eventually passed the reins to my father,” said Nicole. “I’m currently learning the ropes, which would make me the first female to be in an ownership position. While there is so much rich history to honor within the business, there are also exciting transitions happening as we continue to evolve."

Hurdle's Jewelry

Rebecca Luna, owner of Rebecca's Herbal Apothecary & Supply

Rebecca Luna | Rebecca's Herbal Apothecary & Supply

"What a pleasure it has been to run Rebecca’s Herbal Apothecary in this wonderful community for over 20 years now. I am forever grateful for the women who came before me, having paved the way to make Women Owned Businesses the norm. May we continue thriving, holding each other up, as we show the next generation what is possible."

Rebecca's Herbal Apothecary & Supply

Marie-Juliette Bird | The New Local

"The concept for my nonprofit is really a love letter to local women artists. I am so passionate about cultivating Boulder’s identity as a creative center. Our community has one of the highest concentrations of artists in the United States, and my goal is to continue to foster opportunities for these creators. We also build bridges between artists and the broader community, fostering exceptional art education for everyone."

Kantor and Company

Kantor & Company

At Kantor & Company Salon and Academy, we proudly lead as a woman-owned business rooted in the heart of downtown Boulder. We harness our feminine strengths—creativity, empathy, and collaboration—to uplift others through both style and education. Whether we’re mentoring the next generation of beauty professionals or helping clients feel their most radiant, our mission is grounded in empowerment and community. “When women support each other, incredible things happen.”

Kantor & Company

Susan Williams | Mindful Works

"We all know someone whose life has been touched in one way or another by mental illness. The impact of work, school, a meaningful activity - is evidence-based as a critical part of recovery. Mindful Works provides a path to employment through the design and manufacturing of fabulous pouf/ottomans, meditation cushions, eye pillows and neck-wraps, boho bags, protective face masks and environmentally responsible products. We have a team of highly skilled women seamstresses who teach, create, and sew alongside our program participants: Team Cushion!”

Theresa Peregoy | Classic Facets

“Boulder is such a beautiful place. It’s just a fun environment with well-educated people that possess a sense of adventure - what could be better than that?"

Kathy King | Barbara & Company

"During my 16 years working in Boulder, I’ve gotten to know so many of the independent business owners. We all work together, which creates a strong sense of community. Plus, we all benefit from great surrounding businesses. Many of my customers indulge in the fantastic nearby restaurants, creating mutually beneficial relationships among downtown stores."

Barbara & Company

Sandy Calvin | Farfel's Farm

“I love our employees - we could never do it without them. We’re very lucky to have two incredible women on our team. We love being able to employee women and see what women can accomplish. I am an activist through and through...I’m a feminist and really believe it’s time to celebrate and uplift women. Women are so powerful and I’m proud to be a woman entrepreneur.”

Alia Sebben | Yoga Pearl

“We have some of the most health-minded people in the world and really strong athletes here. I’m passionate about using yoga as a way to stay at your healthiest. Additionally, downtown is such a cool place with an amazing community. So many businesses are locally owned and unique - it’s a wonderful place to be.”

Michelle Vargo & Hanna Harem | Bliss

“Supporting each other as women and wanting what’s best for other women is really important. The previous owner really did that for us so we want to make sure we continue doing that for our employees.”

Sage Wirth, owner of Liberty Puzzles

Sage Wirth | Liberty Puzzles

"I am honored and excited to be standing alongside all these downtown Boulder women who lead businesses. I am a proud founder/owner of Liberty Puzzles, establishing our retail store 10 years ago on the Boulder bricks. We make heirloom-quality wooden jigsaw puzzles right here in the city limits of Boulder, Colorado. Our company is family-run; I work alongside my sister, store manager Aeron Cox. Please stop in and say hello; you can most often find us working alongside our employees, enjoying connecting with travelers or dedicated patrons. We are passionate about our product and connecting with our community. Sit long, talk much."

Liberty Puzzles

Stella Spanu | Stella's Cucina

Over the past year, Stella's Cucina has become a beloved culinary destination in the Boulder community. It has been recognized as a recommended restaurant by Michelin in its first-ever Boulder, Colorado list, which is a testament to Stella's leadership and vision. As a young entrepreneur, Stella understood the importance of art, culture, and hospitality, and she fused these elements into her restaurant's concept. Stella's Cucina offers authentic Italian dishes in a modern and aesthetically pleasing environment while enhancing the dining experience by implementing a dynamic music program that complements the entire experience.

Stella's Cucina

photo of Madison Moorhead, owner of Apocalypse Buy-Sell-Trade

Madison Moorhead | Apocalypse Buy-Sell-Trade

"Apocalypse is woman-owned, and our leadership team is 90% woman or non-binary identifying. It's been a joy to cultivate a team of young empowered leaders, create a space that resonates for the LGBTQIA+ community, and connect with folks through an earth-conscious resale experience. I was born in Boulder, love this community with all my heart, and am committed to creating a felt sense of inclusivity in this town."

Jennifer Abshire

Jennifer Abshire / Active Imprints

"We proudly support women-owned businesses and the vibrant community that thrives in downtown Boulder, where local entrepreneurs bring innovation and passion to everything they do."

Active Imprints

Lindsay Shaw | Lindsay's Boulder Deli @ Haggen Dazs

“When I meet other women entrepreneurs - I immediately feel a connection to them. I’m often in meetings where I’m one of the only women. I love being able to reach out to the women-owned business community and build connections. To have support from other women going experiencing the same successes and challenges means the world to me. I’m so proud to know so many incredible women entrepreneurs.”

Lindsay's Boulder Deli @ Häagen Dazs

Mia Semingson | Two Hands Paperie

"Our mission is about building a strong community through shared inspiration and fostering creativity. As a small business, we are incredibly grateful for the love and support we have received for over 30 years and counting. Thank you Boulder (and beyond) for being a part of our journey."

Two Hands Paperie

HMH Architecture + Interiors

"At HMH we take pride in having a firm that is managed and operated by a 70/30 female majority. In 2021, HMH expanded Its leadership team to include Leah Civiok and Stephanie Bingham. In January 2024, we welcomed Lindsay Beukhof, Lauren Folkerts, and Kristin Nothwehr as our newest shareholders. Broadening ownership to create a more inclusive leadership group that represents the full spectrum of what we do as a design firm is something we’ve been working towards for quite some time. This approach to leadership is more representative of our collaborative design process and aligned with our core value of engaging diverse perspectives in meaningful ways."

HMH Architecture & Interiors

Julia and her husband

Frisco Tattoo

"At Frisco Tattoo’s tattoo and piercing studio, creativity is the heartbeat of everything we do. As a husband-and-wife co-owned shop on Pearl Street, we are proud to offer a welcoming space where every client’s story, identity, and vision are celebrated. Tattooing is an art form rooted in self-expression, and we are honored to be part of Boulder’s vibrant, inclusive creative community. We believe everyone deserves to feel seen, inspired, and empowered — both in our studio and beyond."

Map of Women-Owned/Led Businesses