Female Founders Stories

Women in America own more than 12 million businesses, and numbers are continually rising. Most women report that it's challenging to find the right resources and mentors. Fortunately, there are many resources and websites that may make the process easier. Here are the top agencies and programs that assist women-owned businesses in many ways. Association of Women's Business Centers Founded in 1998, the Association of Women's Business Centers is a nonprofit organization that provides low-cost counseling and training. Women who are looking to start, grow, or expand their business can check AWBC. They have partnered with U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA), which has more than 100 centers in the country. AWBC also hosts various events and webinars that you can attend for further guidance. NAWBO, the National Association of Women Business Owners NAWBO, the National Association of Women Business Owners, is a dues-based organization that has become the voice of more than