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October is National Women’s Small Business Month, an annual celebration of women business owners and entrepreneurs. It’s a time to recognize their achievements and unique challenges, as well as highlight valuable resources to further their success.
There were about 400,000 women-owned businesses in the U.S. in 1972, a time when women needed a male relative to co-sign their business loan application. That continued to be the case until 1988.
The number of women-owned businesses has grown a lot since then, including a post-pandemic spike. Today, there are more than 14 million U.S. women-owned businesses — that’s nearly 40% of the businesses in the U.S.
Whether you’re a female entrepreneur or an ally, take advantage of the events, resources and tips shared here to support women in business — this month and beyond.
Ways to Celebrate Women’s Small Business Month
Learn from webinars and workshops. Many organizations host webinars and workshops focused on women in business. These events cover a wide range of topics, from marketing strategies to financial management and leadership skills.
Attend networking events. Attend local or virtual networking events to connect with other female entrepreneurs. These events provide a platform to share experiences and build valuable business relationships.
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