A Note from Our Founder
A Note from Our Founder, Laura Wagenknecht
I know you've been there at one time or another in your life. That moment when you were looked upon, talked to, or somehow made to feel “less than.”
In a world with systemic barriers for women and BIPOC entrepreneurs, we are all too aware that we often lack the resources, access, and funding to start and grow a business successfully.
After experiencing a double-whammy where my husband was the only one acknowledged when I was buying a car, or applying for a business loan – both men looked at my husband almost the entire time, barely noticing me – I realized that I couldn't be the only one to experience this. I began my intensive research journey and recognized that this happens to thousands, if not millions, of women EVERY DAY!
I CAN'T LET THIS STAND!
We are better than this.
Thus, it has become my mission to ensure that women and BIPOC entrepreneurs and business owners gain every advantage possible and have a successful business!!!
For over 30 years, my professional journey has woven through what some might see as very different worlds: I've been a therapist, holding space for profound human experiences; a university professor, dedicated to making complex ideas accessible and empowering students with knowledge; and a CEO, navigating the strategic, financial, and operational realities of running a business.
Through it all, I noticed a common thread. I saw so many incredibly talented, mission-driven individuals—especially women and BIPOC entrepreneurs—who were masters of their craft but felt overwhelmed and underserved by the traditional, ‘one-size-fits-all’ world of business advice. They had the passion and the skill but were missing a supportive partner who could see their whole picture and help them piece it all together.
I started Mosaic Business Consulting to be that partner. I wanted to create a space where strategic business planning meets genuine compassion; where financial acumen is balanced with a deep understanding of the entrepreneurial mindset; and where every business owner feels seen, valued, and empowered.
The name “Mosaic” comes from my belief that every business, and every entrepreneur, is a beautiful collection of unique pieces—your skills, your values, your story, your dreams. My ‘why’ is to help you artfully arrange those pieces into a cohesive, successful, and stunning masterpiece that is authentically YOURS!
