The WBDC Turns 40. Explore 40 Years of Impact

Capital Readiness 101

Capital readiness means your business is positioned to weather financial challenges, adapt to changing market conditions and take advantage of expansion opportunities. This session is a must for any businessowner hoping to acquire external capital, including grants, lines of credit, credit cards and/or term loans. Please join Women’s Business Development Center Director Emma Westfall for...

The Fractional Hype – Executive-Level Expertise Without the Full-Time Cost

Every business deserves the right support at the right moment. Our fractional executives partner with you to strengthen your people, processes, systems, and strategy—creating momentum that moves your business forward. Join us for a panel discussion with W. EDGE Collective where we will discuss how a fractional executive can help your business gain executive-level leadership...

Starting Your Business in Illinois

Are you considering starting a business in Illinois? During the workshop, we will take an initial assessment to help you recognize your startup strengths, introduce you to five basic startup steps, and review the legal entities recommended for startups.   Presented by the Illinois SBDC at the Women’s Business Development Center.  

WBDC Quarterly MN Networking – Mix and Make a Difference

Urban Growler Brewing Company 2325 Endicott Street, Saint Paul, MN, United States

Join the WBDC for an impactful happy hour to network, give back, and support women in our community. Together we’ll assemble hygiene kits using items purchased through ticket sales and donations supporting People Incorporated - Minnesota's largest non-profit community provider of mental heath services Every ticket supports the purchase of items for two hygiene kits.