Women's Business Alliance
Run by women, for women
The Women’s Business Alliance is dedicated to supporting women entrepreneurs at every stage of their business journey. The WBA provides specialized advising, training for professional growth, networking and access to capital for women business owners across our region.
The WBA is a program of the Entrepreneur Fund,
and a certified Women’s Business Center of the U.S. Small Business Administration.
WBA Programs and Events
Women’s Business Masterminds
Develop authentic relationships built on shared success and accountability.
In the Women’s Business Masterminds, a small group of fellow women business owners and a certified business coach meet once a month over six months to help you find solutions to your business challenges and hold you accountable to overcome them. In this mastermind, you will work together to brainstorm, problem solve, understand and apply your strengths, and develop impactful relationships that may last a lifetime.
New masterminds will begin June 2024 and run through November 2024. Join our email list below for updates.
She Leads Conference
A dynamic gathering that celebrates and cultivates the multifaceted brilliance of female leaders.
Whether you're a powerhouse entrepreneur, a savvy executive, a trailblazing manager, a changemaker shaking up your community, or a leader within your home, this event is your playground for growth and empowerment.
Why it's different: Personalized business advice served up with a side of supportive vibes from a panel of entrepreneurial experts, keynote sessions that'll leave you buzzing with ideas, 15 hands-on learning sessions to level up your leadership skills (in all areas of life!), and networking opportunities galore with amazing women from every corner of Minnesota.
When is it: April 4, 2024, from 9 AM - 4:30 PM at Madden's on Gull Lake in Brainerd, Minnesota.
A portion of the proceeds of the She Leads Conference are donated to the Women's Business Alliance to support women entrepreneurs in our region with access to capital, strategic advising and educational programs.
Duluth Women’s 10 Mile
This is more than a race. It’s an opportunity to close gender gaps.
In partnership with Duluth Running Company, proceeds from the Duluth Women’s 10 Mile , go to the Bridge the Gap Fund, which provides women entrepreneurs in the region the resources to build and grow sustainable businesses. The Fund provides women business owners accessibility to participate in WBA events and programs, like the Women’s Business Masterminds, through scholarship opportunities.
Register to run or volunteer for the next race on September 28, 2024.
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The Women Business Alliance is funded in part through a Cooperative Agreement with the U.S. Small Business Administration. All opinions, conclusions, or recommendations expressed do not necessarily reflect the views of the SBA.