Women’s Business Centers

Women's Business Centers (WBCs) represent a national network of nearly 100 educational centers designed to assist women start and grow small businesses. WBCs operate with the mission to "level the playing field" for women entrepreneurs, who still face unique obstacles in the world of business.

Through the management and technical assistance provided by the WBCs, entrepreneurs -- especially women who are economically or socially disadvantaged -- are offered comprehensive training and counseling on a vast array of topics in many languages to help them start and grow their own businesses.

Visit the SBA Office of Women's Business Ownership to learn more about their program, how they can help your business, and where to find your closest WBC.


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