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We provide support with business plan development, financial projections and training for entrepreneurs in Western Wisconsin. Learn About Business Counseling

Women's Business Conference

Our annual conference is designed to connect you with other entrepreneurs and provide resources to help start or expand your business. Learn About the WBC

Business Training

We offer online and in-person training with practical information on the steps you will need to take in order to start or grow a small business. See Upcoming Events

One-on-One Counseling

We specialize in helping our clients start and grow their businesses. Click below to fill out our online form. As soon as we’ve received your information, we’ll set up an in-person or virtual meeting with you.

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Business Resources

Your business is unique, but that doesn’t mean you have to build everything from scratch. Our business resource center has many road plans to help you.

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We succeed when you succeed. From helping you write your business plan, to group training exercises, browse the many services our business center offers.

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Upcoming Events

Business Legal Clinic & One-on-One Consults (Legal/Business)

Wednesday, October 22  |  12 - 3 PM
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22nd Annual Women's Business Conference

Wednesday, November 12  |  7:30 AM - 4:30 PM
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Start A Small Business in 8 Steps

Tuesday, December 9  |  6 - 7 PM
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October 13, 2025 – Are you a business owner who's ready for growth? Don't miss this panel discussion from 9:30-10:30 am featuring Tracey Smiskey (Northwestern Bank), Jessica Martin (Martin Dental and Martin Management), Lauren Shira (Vivid Wisconsin) and Jen Westrate (Barks and Recreation). These dynamic leaders will share real-world insights on the opportunities and challenges of scaling a business. Click here to secure your conference ticket today: https://www.womensbusinessconference.com/sign-up.phtml

October 10, 2025 – Western Dairyland and Hope Gospel Mission invite you to a special event as we share the vision and impact of the new Eau Claire Day Resource Center. The facility will meet a critical need by providing daytime shelter, resources, and services at one easily accessible location for people experiencing homelessness. Please register here: https://www.onebetterway.org/forms/attend Complimentary hors d'oeuvres and punch provided. Cash bar will be available. This event is free and open to the public.

October 9, 2025 – Only 33 days left until the 22nd Annual Women's Business Conference on Wednesday, Nov. 12! It's time to highlight another sponsor. Thank you to WESTconsin Credit Union for supporting our annual conference and entrepreneurship in our region! If you want to be part of the event, click this link to learn more: https://www.womensbusinessconference.com/

October 7, 2025 – Join this free webinar to learn how to create a marketing plan that actually generates revenue! Most small and midsized businesses waste time and money on marketing strategies that don’t convert. In this webinar, Molly dives into the common pitfalls—like focusing on "Likes" and "Follows" instead of real ROI—and reveals how to build a marketing plan that drives real revenue. Note: All our webinars and events are open to women and men. Speaker(s): Molly Rodriguez (RN, BSN, MPH) of Eau Claire Body Care. Register here: https://www.successfulbusiness.org/events

October 6, 2025 – Carolyn Jahnke, founder of Athena Legal Solutions LLC, and Tammie Clendenning with the U.S. Small Business Administration will be hosting two of the 15 educational sessions at this year's conference. They will be talking about how to finance and protect your business! Click here to secure your ticket: https://www.womensbusinessconference.com/sign-up.phtml

October 3, 2025 – We're counting down the weeks to the 22nd Annual Women's Business Conference! This is the perfect time to highlight another sponsor. Thank you to Royal Credit Union for supporting our annual conference and entrepreneurship in our region! If you want to be part of the event, click this link to learn more: https://www.womensbusinessconference.com/

October 2, 2025 – Check out this upcoming marketing conference at The Lismore in Eau Claire on Thursday, October 9, 2025! Learn how to market your business in a changing world: https://www.roadmapconference.com/register

September 29, 2025 – We're excited to kick off this year's conference with Sarah Stokes' keynote speech at 8:45 am (sponsored by Northwestern Bank)! Save your spot today: https://www.womensbusinessconference.com/sign-up.phtml

September 26, 2025 – Happy Friday! A gorgeous fall weekend is ahead, but don’t forget — the 22nd Annual Women’s Business Conference is just about six weeks away! Join us for an inspiring day featuring 75 exhibitors, 15 educational sessions, two interactive roundtable discussions with local business owners, and a special behind-the-scenes tour of Hello Adorn. Tickets are going fast — grab yours today on our website! https://www.womensbusinessconference.com/sign-up.phtml

September 26, 2025 – There's still time to register for this upcoming webinar with Stephanie Ross!

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Testimonials

 

Had fun attending the [2022] Women’s Business Conference. Enjoyed networking and sharing about Shine On (and Ramone's Ice Cream)!

– Kayla Midthun, 2022 Conference Attendee & Owner of Shine On Consignment Boutique, Eau Claire

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The Western Wisconsin Women's Business Center is a program of Western Dairyland Economic Opportunity Council (WDEOC). Funded in part through a cooperative agreement with the U.S. Small Business Administration. Agreements for persons with disabilities will be made at all times in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 and associated amendments. Arrangements for persons with special needs will be made if requested at least two weeks in advance. This Institution is an Equal Opportunity Provider. Language assistance services are available for limited English proficient individuals.

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