Summary:
Umida Rakhmanova, founder of Miss Lighting, exemplifies how targeted support can empower women entrepreneurs. Her journey began in 1999 when she sought to create a unique chandelier for her mother, leading to the establishment of a successful lighting business. Miss Lighting now specializes in handmade chandeliers and LED bulbs, merging traditional craftsmanship with modern design. The company has flourished with the help of the EBRD’s Women in Business programme and We-Fi, which provided crucial financial support and advisory services, enabling Umida to enhance her operations, including a new LED production facility and digital initiatives. A devoted mother of four, Umida emphasizes the importance of balancing family and business, highlighting that her success is rooted in the support of her loved ones.
