Women business
owners are critically important to the American economy.
America's
9.1 million women-owned businesses employ 27.5 million people and
contribute $3.6 trillion to the economy.
However, women continue to face unique obstacles in the world
of business.
The SBA is a very strong advocate for women entrepreneurs
and offers many programs and services to help them succeed. The following resources offer unique opportunities
and guidance for women entrepreneurs.
Women’s
Business Ownership
Comprehnsive information resource for women to assist
them in achieving their dreams and improve their communities by
helping them
start
and run
successful
businesses,
regardless of social or financial disadvantage, race, ethnicity or
business background.
Online
Women’s Business Center
Comprehensive information resource for women entrepreneurs interested in starting or growing a small business.
Gateway
for women-owned businesses selling to the government
Procurement guide for women business owners. This online gateway of information is designed to help entrepreneurs understand and participate in selling products and services to the federal government.
Women Entrepreneurship in the 21st Century
One-stop online federal resource to help women entrepreneurs navigate the ever-changing business world and do what they do best: innovate, create jobs, and make a vital contribution to the strength of America.
Women’s
Network for Entrepreneurial Training
This is a service initiative that matches successful entrepreneurial women (mentors) with women business owners whose companies are ready to grow (protégées).
Women's
Small Business Research Available research about women entrepreneurs. |