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"From the beginning, the biggest benefit has been the education, inspiration and informal mentoring from fellow WBEs. Although intangible, these have been extremely valuable for my professional development and the long-term success of my business." -Tracy Southers-Parker

Austin is full of free and low-cost resources for small business owners. The Women's Business Council - Southwest encourages business owners to take advantage of the educational and financial opportunities offered by our community partners.

Help us support our community and regional partners - check out these upcoming events for women business owners and entrepreneurs within the WBCS Region.

National Small Business Week [May 5 - 11] is dedicated to shining a spotlight on small business owners throughout the nation. Here are a few ways you can get involved and show your support!

Did you know that as a certified Women's Business Enterprise (WBE), you have access to on-site educational opportunities throughout the US? We've listed five programs below available for women business owners and entrepreneurs to learn how to strategically scale their company and become leaders within their industry.

Help us support our community and regional partners - check out these upcoming events for women business owners and entrepreneurs within the WBCS Region.

Build relationships with women-owned businesses and supplier diversity advocates at this come-and-go, open networking event. Enjoy happy hour from 6:00 - 7:30pm, with the option to stay after and take advantage of discounted admission to the Dallas Theater Center's production of Real Women Have Curves at 7:30pm.

Many organizations in Austin are hosting a variety of free events for National Small Business Week, which is May 5 - May 11, 2019. Here are our top events to attend for women entrepreneurs.

Help us support our community and regional partners - check out these upcoming events for women business owners and entrepreneurs within the WBCS Region.

The Women Working Together Award was presented at the 2019 Inaugural Connections to Contracts event. This award recognizes an outstanding deal between two WBE members, and showcases the story behind it. We are excited to announce this year's winners - Susie Carter of Mixed Media Creations, and Indu Sanka of FIRST SIGNS Graphic Solutions!