The WBDC Turns 40. Explore 40 Years of Impact

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.

Childcare Collaborative

Childcare Collaborative is a business growth-oriented program presenting relevant topics for childcare providers at all stages of the business lifecycle. Offered on the 4th Wednesday of each month, Collaborative delivers expert led training and resources, industry trends, peer networking opportunities and an on-going partnership supporting participants’ business goals.

Smart Marketing: Leveraging AI for Small Businesses

For IL residents only. In this 1.5-hour workshop, small business owners will explore how to leverage AI—especially tools like ChatGPT, Gemini, and CoPilot—to boost marketing effectiveness and productivity. You’ll start by understanding what AI is (and what it isn’t) and how the platforms we hear about fit into the broader picture of artificial intelligence. The...

Grant Funding for Small Businesses: How to Find and Win Free Capital

Securing capital is one of the biggest hurdles for any entrepreneur, but you don't always have to trade equity or take on debt to grow. This session breaks down the grant landscape in clear, practical terms, helping owners understand the difference between federal, state, and private funding sources, what reviewers actually look for in a...