October 7, 2026 – We're less than 1 month away from this year's Women's Business Conference and we're excited to announce that Citizens State Bank / Compass Bank (Cadott/Chippewa Falls) will be sponsoring our pre-conference event at Whirlybird Coffee Co.'s new Fellowship location on Tuesday, Oct. 13, from 9-11 am! This networking and educational event is included with your conference ticket, exhibitor table, or sponsorship level. Spots are limited to the first 25 registrants (RSVP required)! If you’ve been thinking about attending or exhibiting at this year’s Women’s Business Conference on Wednesday, Nov. 4th, now is the time to register: https://www.womensbusinessconference.com/

October 6, 2026 – Starting in less than 1 week: There's still time to sign up. Are you looking to make better financial decisions for your small business and feel more prepared for tax season? Join us for a FREE in-person class series presented by Schaffner Tax Solutions at the Arcadia Public Library, Oct. 12–Nov. 2, from 9–11 a.m. REGISTER HERE: https://www.successfulbusiness.org/events

October 3, 2026 – As part of our annual Women's Business Conference, a small group of attendees gets to tour a local business. We're excited to announce that we'll be visiting Planette Kids, a kids' retail store in downtown Eau Claire founded by Jill Heinke Moen. She'll give us a tour and answer your questions about starting a brick-and-mortar business. If you’ve been thinking about attending or exhibiting at this year’s Women’s Business Conference on Wednesday, Nov. 4th, now is the time to register: https://www.womensbusinessconference.com/ • Individual conference tickets: $95 • Exhibitor tables (only 7 left): $310 and include a table, two chairs, and conference tickets for you and a guest. Plus, exhibitors get FULL ACCESS to all conference sessions—so you can showcase your business, learn, network, and make connections throughout the day. Reserve your table before they're all gone: https://www.womensbusinessconference.com/exhibitors “There’s something about being in a room full of women looking to better themselves that just gets me in the feels! Another great Western Wisconsin Women's Business Center conference in the books!” – Anna Ledebuhr, Conference Attendee & Owner of Coulee Boutique

September 24, 2026 – Thank you for presenting today, Hailey! This is the perfect time for small business owners to start planning their holiday promotions. Missed the presentation? Email barb.shepherd@wdeoc.org to request the recording.

September 22, 2026 – Are you looking to make better financial decisions for your small business and feel more prepared for tax season? Join us for a FREE in-person class series presented by Schaffner Tax Solutions at the Arcadia Public Library, Oct. 12–Nov. 2, from 9–11 a.m. REGISTER HERE: https://www.successfulbusiness.org/events

September 18, 2026 – Today, we’re proud to recognize our Decor Sponsor, WESTconsin Credit Union. Their continued support helps us grow our annual Women's Business Conference and strengthen entrepreneurship across Western Wisconsin. If you're thinking about starting or growing your own business, this one-day event is for YOU! This year, we're adding even more support—starting with a warm-up event two weeks before the conference, where you can meet fellow attendees and hear from a speaker, plus follow-up support after the conference to help you keep the momentum going. Best of all, these extras and all meals are included with your ticket! Get your ticket for the 23rd Annual Women’s Business Conference at the Pablo Center in Eau Claire on Wednesday, Nov. 4th! Note: Scholarships are available via the link on our registration page. Check out our full agenda on our website: https://www.womensbusinessconference.com/agenda

September 17, 2026 – Congratulations to our two lucky table winners, Jennifer of Mama Bear Family Care and Francine of Everest Collective! There are only 11 tables left in the exhibitor hall, and the early-bird rates expire on Sept. 30 at 11:59 pm. If you’ve been thinking about attending or exhibiting at this year’s Women’s Business Conference on Wednesday, Nov. 4th, now is the time to register before prices increase. Register via our website: https://www.womensbusinessconference.com/ Exhibitor tables start at $210 and include a table, two chairs, and conference tickets for you and a guest. Plus, exhibitors get FULL ACCESS to all conference sessions—so you can showcase your business, learn, network, and make connections throughout the day. Reserve your table before the Labor Day price increase on Oct. 1st: https://www.womensbusinessconference.com/exhibitors “There’s something about being in a room full of women looking to better themselves that just gets me in the feels! Another great Western Wisconsin Women's Business Center conference in the books!” – Anna Ledebuhr, Conference Attendee & Owner of Coulee Boutique

September 15, 2026 – Join us for this FREE webinar on Thursday from 1-2 pm on Zoom!

September 3, 2026 – Happy Thursday! We're giving away a FREE exhibitor/vendor table at this year's Women's Business Conference on Wednesday, Nov. 4th! In addition to the table, you'll get access to all breakout sessions, breakfast, and an afternoon snack for you and one guest. Lunch is available for purchase. To enter the drawing, please send us your business name and contact information via private message or to info@successfulbusiness.org by 11:59 pm on Sunday, Sept. 13th. The winner will be contacted the following week. Note: This drawing is for businesses that HAVEN'T registered for a table yet.

August 31, 2026 – The countdown's on! Early-bird rates expire on Labor Day at 11:59 pm. If you’ve been thinking about attending or exhibiting at this year’s Women’s Business Conference on Wednesday, Nov. 4th, now is the time to register before prices increase. Register via our website: https://www.womensbusinessconference.com/ Early-bird pricing: • Conference tickets: $85 → $95 • Exhibitor tables (only 16 left): Increase by $100 Exhibitor tables currently start at $210 and include a table, two chairs, and conference tickets for you and a guest. Plus, exhibitors get FULL ACCESS to all conference sessions—so you can showcase your business, learn, network, and make connections throughout the day. Reserve your table before the Labor Day price increase: https://www.womensbusinessconference.com/exhibitors “There’s something about being in a room full of women looking to better themselves that just gets me in the feels! Another great Western Wisconsin Women's Business Center conference in the books!” – Anna Ledebuhr, Conference Attendee & Owner of Coulee Boutique