by Canaan W.E.J. Robinson

Created on: May 29, 2010   Last Updated: June 05, 2010

In the developing world, the lives of some poor, predominately women and children, have had their lives profoundly changed with the power of micro loans (microcredit). With an opportunity to have a little seed money, some poor woman have made great strides in setting positive examples for  growing children and women by turning basic necessities into money making opportunities. Because these countries lack in certain areas, these women are looking to bring change and enlightenment to their developing countries. With micro loans and the drive of these poor women, the face of the world exchange economy is in for a ride.

In many cases, the less fortunate have founded or head many of the world's biggest and best corporations. Rags-to-riches stories about entrepreneurs like Cordia Harrington, CEO of The Tennessee Bun Company that supplies english muffins and the like to McDonald's and other companies, Harrington used a small amount of money to change her life and this will soon become a common testimonial for many of the poor turned rich women living in underdeveloped countries. The lack in necessities that many of the less fortunate face, create a drive that can produce problem-solving millionaires in the likes of Harrington. Whether it's developing nations or countries like the U.S.A., some poor woman see a need and take the opportunity to fulfill it; with little cash and in many cases a micro loan.

Across the many oceans of this vast world, poor women in developing countries are now taking the opportunity to reach for and make their dreams come true. The dream for a better life for their children and lineage has now become a reality for new female entrepreneurs getting the micro loans they need to solve the problems they and others face in their respectful communities. Like any innovative leader, many of today's products and services were born from a necessity experienced by a less fortunate or poor person. In retrospect, the less fortunate and poor are a goldmine of innovative ideas and concepts because on a daily basis, they improvise.

Following in footsteps of Harrington, a door to opportunity is now open for Gregoria Allende Campiz who was awarded her Kiva loan (microcredit) to help progress her grocery store. The natives to Jantetelco, Morelos, Mexico are now grateful for the extra shelving that allows for more products in Gregoria's grocery store, which is conveniently located in front of her house. With the added inventory due to her micro loan, Gregorgia's

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