Congrats to Our WBO of the Year Top 10 Class of 2021!
The Woman Business Owner of the Year Award—sponsored by Bank of America—recognizes and rewards an entrepreneur who excels at strategy, operations, finances, problem solving, overcoming adversity and giving back to her community. It’s not based on business size, but rather overall business excellence. We’re thrilled to announce the Top 10 Class of 2021 and look forward to celebrating them and announcing the winner during October’s Virtual National Women’s Business Conferences Awards Gala. Congrats to:
Read MoreVirtual National Women's Business Conference Powers the Dreams of The Nation's Women Business Owners
Hear From a Diverse Speaking Line-up of Authors, Inventors, Poets and MoreEvery entrepreneurial journey starts with a dream, and this year’s Virtual National Women’s Business Conference (WBC) is powering the dreams—big and small—of the nation’s women business owners on October 17-19. This annual event is hosted by the National Association of Women Business Owners (NAWBO®) and presented by Bank of America for the ninth consecutive year.
Read MoreNAWBO Meets with White House to Discuss Moving Small Business Economy Forward
Washington, D.C. —Today, the National Association of Women Business Owners (NAWBO) CEO Jen Earle met with White House leaders, including Senior Advisor Cedric Richmond, to discuss the needs of women business owners. The dialogue included aspects of the American Families Plan that would support women business owners and other legislative areas that NAWBO supports, including infrastructure investment. Following the meeting, NAWBO was pleased to see the White House announced a bipartisan infrastructure plan with Senate Democrats and Republicans.
Read MoreNAWBO Statement on U.S. Senate and House Passage of Juneteenth National Independence Day
Washington, D.C. — "We look forward to President Biden swiftly signing into law the new federal holiday known as Juneteenth National Independence Day. We are proud to see our nation's leaders acknowledging the injustices of the past. There is still much more work to be done and we will continue to do our part to ensure that our Black NAWBO sisters have the support and resources to compete equitably in our global economy," said Jen Earle, NAWBO CEO. ### About NAWBO
Read MoreNAWBO National Commends Nomination of Isabel Guzman to Head SBA
Washington, D.C. —The National Association of Women Business Owners (NAWBO) is pleased to congratulate Isabel Guzman on her nomination to lead the Small Business Administration (SBA) under the Biden Administration. NAWBO National works in close collaboration with the Small Business Administration. It looks forward to continuing to work with the SBA to ensure that the women's business economy remains resilient as women business owners navigate these difficult times.
Read MoreNAWBO Stands Ready to Partner with Biden Administration
Washington, D.C. — The National Association of Women Business Owners (NAWBO) and Chair of the NAWBO National Board Cristina Morales Heaney released the following statement as the Biden transition team continues to prepare for 2021.
Read MoreNAWBO Statement on Wells Fargo CEO Comments
Washington, D.C. —"Wells Fargo has been a steadfast supporter of women business owners for the past twenty-one years. Our partnership helps to elevate women into spheres of power, and we value their contribution.
Read MoreWomen Business Owners Honored at Virtual National Women’s Business Conference Hosted by NAWBO
The National Association of Women Business Owners (NAWBO) was proud to honor several trailblazing women business owners during its Virtual National Women’s Business Conference (WBC2020) Awards Gala on Wednesday evening, September 23rd.
Read MoreNAWBO Implores Congress to Take Action
NAWBO members say a second round of PPP funding will be crucial to keep people on the payroll.
Read MoreIn Response to COVID-19 Crisis, NAWBO Joins Leading Entrepreneurship Advocates to Call on Policymakers to Protect New and Small Businesses
Start Us Up Coalition Features Bipartisan Policy Agenda for Local, State, and Federal Policymakers to Reduce Barriers to Entrepreneurship for Women, People of Color, and Rural Residents
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