Census Reports New Statistics on Women-Owned Businesses
According to new reports from the Census Bureau, women-owned businesses are on the rise. From 1997 to 2002, there was a 20 percent increase in women-owned firms—twice the average rate for all businesses.
My Biz for Women
Perhaps in response to the growing trend of women-owned firms, the Small Business Association recently launched a new portal for female small business entrepreneurs and owners.
Women and Minority Small Business Certification: Pros and Cons
If you're the leader of a business that is 51 percent woman or a minority-owned, you may be eligible to certify as a woman or minority-owned small business. Please consider the pros and cons before applying for certification.
Women and Minority Business Certification Resources
Women and minority owned business certification is available for businesses that are 51 percent owned and controlled by either women or minorities. The purpose of the certification is to help these businesses increase their exposure and gain government and corporate contracts.
