Women are a formidable force in the US business world, partly due to the ability to form alliances and support one another. Having the right resources readily available can also be a big part of assisting in the road to success. The following are helpful resources to give women the leg up they may need in order to start, grow, and expand their businesses into successful enterprises.
Small Business Administration (SBA)
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Office of Women’s Business Ownership - helps women entrepreneurs through programs including counseling, federal contracts, business training, and loans.
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Women’s Business Centers - national network of 100+ educational centers throughout the US; designed for assisting women who want to start or grow small businesses.
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SBA 8(a) Business Development Program for Federal Contracting Assistance
US Women’s Chamber of Commerce - Assists women in starting and building successful businesses and careers, receiving government contracts, growing as leaders, and preparing for a secure retirement.
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Women’s Economic Priorities - highlights American women’s contributions to the country, outlines the current economic condition, and reviews the federal budget and policies vital to support Women’s Economic Priorities
National Association of Women in Construction
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Career Center - offers construction companies, recruiters, and hiring managers a way to communicate job openings to women in various fields of the construction industry.
National Association of Women Business Ownership
Women’s Business Enterprise National Council (WBENC) - the largest certifier of US women-owned businesses and a leading advocate for women business owners and entrepreneurs.