Phoebe Gates on Proving Herself Beyond Her Family Name

9 to 5ish with theSkimm

Aug 27, 202524:51Business

When Phoebe Gates started her company, Phia, her parents – yes, those Mr. and Mrs. Gates – wished her good luck and didn’t invest a penny. And while her last name lends it self to opportunities other people might not get...

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