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Meet Javiera, the co-founder of Entre Trámites, a pioneering organization simplifying Spain's bureaucratic maze for individuals and businesses alike. With over 100 dedicated employees, Entre Trámites boasts a multicultural team that expertly navigates complex administrative challenges for clients from around the world. Entrepreneurial Journey and Industry Experience Javiera's professional journey spans over 15 years, including [...]

Meet Aanuoluwapo “Annie” O., better known as The Airplane Girl. A trailblazer in aerospace and a passionate advocate for sustainable aviation, Annie is reshaping the future of flight. As a Carrington Fellow and founder of the Young Aerospace Professionals Initiative (YAPI), she is on a mission to inspire the next generation of innovators. From championing [...]

In the vibrant landscapes of Kerala, India, a young girl grew up surrounded by the richness of nature, guided by her mother, a botany teacher who instilled in her a deep love for plants. Decades later, this passion would transform into Planteka—a thriving platform connecting plant lovers through sustainability, education, and community. What began as [...]

This year’s 5th edition of Female Founders Night was a milestone celebration of women leading across industries, from health and technology to venture capital and consulting. The event highlighted the remarkable achievements of female entrepreneurs who are shaping the future. Among the inspiring voices were our very own Candice Smith, founder of Her Expat Life, [...]

Are you an entrepreneur or change-maker looking to align with your highest potential and infuse your journey with joy, ease, and purpose? Meet Rahma Elarif, a Dubai-based Transitional Growth Coach who has guided hundreds of passionate entrepreneurs to manifest their dream lives and businesses. Rahma’s unique approach blends energetic mastery, mindset shifts, and strategic clarity [...]

Meet Fabiana Aguilar, a Melbourne-based visual storyteller and AI image coach, who is on a mission to help female entrepreneurs do just that. With over a decade of experience in creating eye-catching graphics and illustrations, Fabiana has embraced the power of AI to transform the creative process, cutting down her workflow by 90% and opening [...]

Driftawave Founder and CEO Gina Schinkel has traveled an incredible path in just one year, going from her first Web Summit attendee experience in 2023 to now pitching on the very stage that sparked her vision. Her Expat Life caught up with Gina as she prepares to take Driftawave to new heights. The Web Summit, [...]

For French nationals living abroad, the notion of "out of sight, out of mind" might no longer apply when it comes to taxes. France’s Finance Committee recently made waves by pushing for a “targeted universal tax” that could impact French citizens living in low-tax countries. Under this proposal, certain French citizens living abroad would be [...]

In a world where innovation meets inspiration, Tanja Bächle stands at the forefront, championing eco-friendly technologies and advocating for female empowerment. As a dynamic moderator and speaker based in Vienna, Tanja's mission is clear: to spark excitement for sustainable solutions and foster a new generation of thinkers who dare to step outside the box. You’ve [...]

Have you ever had a passion project that keeps you up late at night? Something you just know has potential? Many female expats are discovering the freedom of remote work, and there’s no better time to turn your side hustle into a thriving remote career. Imagine working from anywhere and doing what you love – that [...]