The U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) created both the Woman-Owned Small Business (WOSB) and the Economically Disadvantaged Woman-Owned Small Business (EDWOSB) certification programs to provide women with access to federal grants and government contracts to help their businesses with financial growth. These programs offer women the opportunity to compete fairly on its … [Read more...]
Benefits of SBA Certifications for Women-Owned Businesses
As a small business owner, there is always more work than can be done in a day. Between payroll, employee management, customer satisfaction, and taxes, it can be tough to find time to think. When you add making dinner for your family, getting to soccer practice on time, parent-teacher conferences, and orthodontist appointments — it can be tough to find time to breathe. In … [Read more...]
Tips for Getting Certified as a Women Owned Business
Becoming certified as a a women owned business---a Women Business Enterprise (WBE)---can bring a variety of benefits. Many public corporations and government agencies allocate a percentage of their business to women-owned businesses, potentially opening doors for your business and helping you achieve greater success. Unfortunately, getting that certification isn't easy. The … [Read more...]