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SBA Programs and Services for Women-Owned Businesses
Women business owners are critically important to the American economy.  America's 9.1 million women-owned businesses employ 27.5 million people and contribute $3.6 trillion to the economy.  However, women continue to face unique obstacles in the world of business.  

The SBA is a very strong advocate for women entrepreneurs and offers many programs and services to help them succeed.  The following resources offer unique opportunities and guidance for women entrepreneurs. 

Online Women’s Business Center

The SBA's online business organization for women.

Women’s Business Ownership

Link to the SBA's Women's Business Ownership site; helps women start their own companies.

Women’s Network for Roundtables

Find a roundtable organization in your area.

Women's Small Business Research

Link to SBA page with PDF files regarding women in small business. 

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