Women's Business Development Center

The WBDC is an incredible organization and resource for women and minority business owners. They can help with everything from developing your business plan to scaling your business to accessing capital. They have free 1:1 business advising and offer a variety of cohort-style programs, many of which are free and even come with a stipend for you to implement new digital tools. As a three-time participant in their programs (Scale Up, GovCon-Airports, and Top Shelf Retail) as well as a presenter, subject-matter expert on branding, and advisor to Scale Higher, I only have the best things to say about the WBDC and everyone I've worked with. Don't be afraid to meet with multiple advisors and find one who is a great fit for supporting you and your current business goals. I've especially loved working with Lindsay, Karen, Francisco, and Minerva just to name a few people who have had an impact on my business and its growth.
Apr 9th, 2024

This is a great organization. They are very helpful and supportive organization to small businesses.
Feb 27th, 2024

Feb 22nd, 2024

never going to this place again. What a rip off.
Feb 11th, 2024

The best business programs I have found in Chicago! With business, you don't know what you don't know, there is no rule book. This is the closest you'll get to being informed of what you need to know!
Mar 17th, 2023