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Nell Merlino, founder of Make Mine a Million $ Business, at The Brownstone.
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Nell Merlino is the founder and President of “Count Me In for Women’s Economic Independence,” a not-for-profit providing resources, education and support to female entrepreneurs who want to turn their small shops into a multi-million dollar enterprise.
She was the creative mastermind behind “Take Our Daughters to Work Day,” and is the author of “Stepping Out of Line: Lessons for Women Who Want it Their Way in Life, in Love, and at Work.” A powerhouse and advocate for women and women’s career advancement, Nell Merlino has helped over 71 million American girls achieve their dreams.