SCORE for Women Entrepreneurs

SCORE for Women Entrepreneurs is a great resource, no matter what stage your business is at. SCORE provides guides for women at the “Plan + Start” stage, the “Manage + Grow” stage, and the “Transition + Exit” stage. In addition to free guides, SCORE offers free and confidential business advice, a mentorship program, and a variety of events and online courses, from “How to Recession-Proof Your Business” to “Understanding Money Management.” While SCORE is a national organization, those who visit the website are prompted to enter a zip code to find local resources, events, and members, increasing networking opportunities.

Center for Women & Enterprise

The Center for Women & Enterprise (CWE), one of the largest regional nonprofits dedicated to helping women-run companies, works to empower businesses in Massachusetts, New Hampshire, Rhode Island, and Vermont. Since 1995, the organization has worked with more than 45,000 women-owned businesses by providing education, training, technical assistance, microloans and certifications.

International Association of Women (IAW)

The International Association of Women (IAW) provides women with many different resources to support professional development. There are a variety of networking and community events that members can participate in, with focuses ranging from tips for becoming a great manager to self-care solutions for neck or back pain. IAW stresses the importance of both the physical and mental well-being of women entrepreneurs and demonstrates this through its mentorship program. Members can connect with a mentor who can provide guidance for both business and personal growth. Those who join IAW also have access to exclusive promotions from popular companies providing business solutions, such as UPS, LegalZoom, and more.

National Association of Women Business Owners

Since 1975, the National Association of Women Business Owners (NAWBO) has worked to represent and advocate for women entrepreneurs all over the U.S. The organization helps its members by hosting in-person and online events, offering an institute and resources to help all women-business owners learn, and promoting public policy solutions to government leaders.

U.S. Women’s Chamber of Commerce

The U.S. Women’s Chamber of Commerce works with women entrepreneurs to help grow and strengthen women-owned businesses across the United States. The Chamber provides resources for women, such as regular meetings and events, and the opportunity to certify their business. The Chamber also advocates for women by speaking out against policies that don’t support women, endorsing political candidates who show demonstrated support for women, and publishing free, shareable resources detailing the importance of women’s economic priorities.