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"Spread mental health awareness in the workplace, show employees you care for their wellbeing, and boost company culture by holding activities for Mental Health Awareness Month." https://www.outbackteambuilding.com/blog/mental-health-awareness-month-activities/
Mental Health Awareness Month is in May and in this article, you'll learn 15 activities you can do to support the mental health of employees.
5/11: Join us at the WIPP Advocacy & Policy News webinar as we welcome our special guest Sarah Schaefer, Senior Adviser of Tax Policy for the Senate Finance Committee.
Register now at: https://www.wipp.org/events/EventDetails.aspx?id=1623947&group=
🎉Happy #NationalSmallBusinessWeek!
During this week, we'd like to celebrate all of the amazing small businesses in the WIPP network all across the country!
"With the right tools, investments, and regulatory environment, women entrepreneurs and business owners will be in a better position to navigate the challenges ahead."
Reflect on Women's History Month 2022 with WIPP President & CEO Candace Waterman. https://www.wipp.org/blogpost/1754741/467699/Reflecting-on-Women-s-History-Month-March-2022
Everyone will be a caregiver at some point, often while balancing other responsibilities, such as work. Join AARP & WIPP on 5/16 at 1 pm ET to learn actionable best practices to build caregiver-friendly workplaces.
https://publicprivatestrategies.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_xHkgwtvySeaGosnjpVYZhQ
Fantastic news, the SBA now operates a Women's Business Center in all 50 states! https://smallbiztrends.com/2022/04/sba-operates-a-womens-business-center-in-all-50-states.html
The Small Business Association (SBA) has announced the expansion of the Women’s Business Center network to all 50 states.
"While many economic relief programs have lost or exhausted their funding, planning in advance is key to generating the full scope of remaining benefits." https://www.cpapracticeadvisor.com/small-business/article/21263872/how-businesses-can-claim-remaining-covid19-relief-benefits
While many economic relief programs have lost or exhausted their funding, planning in advance is key to generating the full scope of remaining benefits. Work with an advisor if you need support to understand the tax and audit considerations related to ...
Many businesses, both large and small, have struggled to retain employees and hire new ones. Learn more about potential pitfalls and strategies you can employ to raise your chances of attracting new candidates. https://smallbiztrends.com/2022/04/adp-report-2022-gig-economy-small-business-hiring.html
Posting a sign at your business can’t hurt. If you want to find employees and keep them, you’ve got to tap into the Gig Revolution.
Join us for our monthly membership meeting where we meet and hear from speakers focused on helping you increase your business. This month is a roundtable conversation on the impact of supply chain disruption on women-owned businesses. https://www.wipp.org/events/EventDetails.aspx?id=1619853&group=
"Keeping a tight rein on expenses is important for a #smallbusiness operating with a limited budget. If unchecked, spending can get out of hand quickly, putting a serious strain on financial health." https://www.forbes.com/sites/forbesfinancecouncil/2022/04/12/14-smart-simple-strategies-to-help-small-business-owners-manage-expenses/?sh=44e1d525298d
In addition to looking for ways to cut spending, it’s important for small-business owners to consider smarter ways to meet necessary expenses for essential functions and services.
It has been just over a year since President Biden and Vice President Harris were sworn into office, and to that end, WIPP wants to take the opportunity to revisit their commitments to racial and gender equity for small businesses.
https://www.wipp.org/blogpost/1754741/465679/WIPP-Monthly-Advocacy-Blog-Advancing-Racial-Equity
TOMORROW: Join WIPP and the HUBZone National Contractor's Council for an interactive discussion with the GSA to discuss obstacles and barriers to your business as well as sharing suggestions for improvements. https://www.wipp.org/events/EventDetails.aspx?id=1616838&group=
Photos from Women's Business Enterprise National Council - WBENC's post
Need weekend plans and want to make great connections? WIPP and the National HUBZone Council will be hosting MatchMaker Madness, May 2nd. The registration deadline is April 15!
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#womenowned #womeninbusiness #certifiedwomenowned #businesswomen #womeninleadership
4/14: Join WIPP and the HUBZone National Contractor's Council for an interactive discussion with the GSA to discuss obstacles and barriers to your business as well as sharing suggestions for improvements.
https://wipp.org/events/EventDetails.aspx?id=1616838&group=
The SBA issued four final rules to modify revenues-based small business size standards in 16 NAICS sectors that will increase small business eligibility for SBA’s federal contracting and loan programs for approximately 59,000 additional firms. https://bit.ly/3xebvLk
SBA Revises Small Business Size Standards in Three Industry Sectors: Professional, Scientific and Technical Services; Management of Companies and Enterprises; Administrative and Support and Waste Management and Remediation Services
4/13: Join us at the WIPP Advocacy & Policy News webinar as we welcome our special guest Kunal Parikh, Legislative Assistant for U.S. Senator Tim Scott (R-SC).
https://www.wipp.org/events/EventDetails.aspx?id=1619723&group=
THIS MONDAY: Join Live Oak Bank’s Inclusive Small Business Lending team as they dive into the disparities of the gender lending gap and offer advice on how you can increase your chances of attaining financing when your business needs it.
Register: https://wipp.org/events/EventDetails.aspx?id=1622923&group=
REGISTRATION CLOSES ON APRIL 15th: WIPP and HUBZone Contractors National Council are hosting MatchMaker Madness!
Meet with the buying teams of government agencies and prime vendors to develop relationships and identify supply chain opportunities.
https://www.wipp.org/events/EventDetails.aspx?id=1613866&group=
“At each juncture, more and more barriers come down,” Candace Waterman, WIPP President & CEO said. “Sometimes it’s brick by brick, not by a bulldozer.” Read more from this inspiring feature by The Associated Press on Madeleine Albright. https://apnews.com/article/madeleine-albright-middle-east-chicago-f526c8069dd28b78d06f5a3bd9d93581
CHICAGO (AP) — Dissatisfied with the temporary job she accepted after graduating from the University of Chicago, Sahana Dharmapuri felt the pressure to find work using her studies of the Middle East and public policy.
Photos from Women's Business Enterprise National Council - WBENC's post
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#Session Maximizing the U.S. Small Business Administration’s Resources: A Fireside Chat with Isabella Casillas Guzman
Have you tapped into the Small Business Administration’s (SBA) extensive funding, coaching, and training opportunities to support your business’ success? Do you know what funding opportunities exist, or have you leveraged your Community Navigator Program yet?
Join Rosie Rios, the 43rd Treasurer of the United States and LWL Board Member, along with the Administrator of the SBA (i.e. the CEO!), Isabella Casillas Guzman, for a deep dive into the opportunities available to support you in starting and growing your business!
🗓️ When: Thursday, March 24
⏰ Time: 8.30am - 1.00pm PST
🔗 Learn more and RSVP for FREE at: https://www.ladieswholaunch.org/pathways
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#LadiesWhoLaunch #PathwaystoCapital #SmallBusinessAssociation #LatinaPower #SheSePuede #AngelInvestor #SBA #SBAGov #Entrepreneurship #Entrepreneurs #WomenInBusiness #WomenLeaders #SmallBusinesses #WomenOwnedBusiness #NonBinaryOwnedBusiness #Funding #SmallBusinessResources #VirtualSummit
Join WIPP and the HUBZone National Contractor's Council for an interactive discussion with the GSA to discuss obstacles and barriers to your business as well as sharing suggestions for improvements.
https://www.wipp.org/events/EventDetails.aspx?id=1616838&group=
The Air Force District of Washington (AFDW) is hosting Industry Week from April 5-8, 2022. FDW’s goal is to provide Department of the Air Force (DAF) mission partners an opportunity to collaborate with the industry. Learn more: https://einvitations.afit.edu/inv/index.cfm?i=631294&k=0462430B7253
Join us at the WIPP Advocacy & Policy News webinar as we welcome our special guest Kunal Parikh, Legislative Assistant for U.S. Senator Tim Scott (R-SC).
https://www.wipp.org/events/EventDetails.aspx?id=1619723&group= #advocacy
Join us this coming Wednesday for Community Connections! We are grateful for the U.S. Small Business Administration's continued support of the women's business community by providing updates on the WOSB program along with other small business Set Aside programs.
Register today: https://www.wipp.org/events/EventDetails.aspx?id=1609490&group=
REGISTRATION CLOSES 4/15: WIPP and HUBZone Contractors National Council are hosting MatchMaker Madness!
Meet with the buying teams of government agencies and prime vendors to develop relationships and identify #supplychain opportunities. (check back for added hosts!) https://wipp.org/events/EventDetails.aspx?id=1613866&group=
Introducing the #SheMeansBusiness Resource Hub, a collection of tips, tools and advice for women business owners at every stage of the entrepreneurial journey. Learn more at facebook.com/shemeansbusinesshub
"Women continue to play a significant role in both creating new businesses and jobs as well as economic growth across the country."
Read this month's WIPP #advocacy blog: https://www.wipp.org/blogpost/1754741/WIPP-In-Action #WomensHistoryMonth #WomeninBusiness
REGISTRATION OPEN: WIPP and HUBZone Contractors National Council are hosting MatchMaker Madness!
Meet with the buying teams of government agencies and prime vendors to develop relationships and identify supply chain opportunities. (check back for added hosts!) https://www.wipp.org/events/EventDetails.aspx?id=1613866&group=
WIPP President & CEO Candace Waterman spoke with Comcast Newsmakers to discuss efforts to help women business owners recover and remain resilient in times of crisis and beyond.
Watch 2022: The Year of Resilience and Innovation for Women Entrepreneurs here: https://comcastnewsmakers.com:443/Videos/2022/2/28/2022-The-Year-of-Resilience-and-Innovation-for-Women-Entrepreneurs
Women entrepreneurs have historically faced unique challenges in starting and running businesses, and the COVID-19 pandemic has worsened those inequities. Candace Waterman, President and CEO of Women Impacting Public Policy, joins host Tetiana Anderson to discuss efforts to help women business owner...
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Thank you Senator Ben Cardin (D-Md) for a special message--and a reminder to everyone to get out today and #shopsmall!
Celebrate #SmallBizSat with us on Nov 25! #ShopSmall and share the businesses you love.
House Ways & Means Chairman Kevin Brady addresses women business owners at WIPP’s Annual Leadership Conference. #WIPPLeaders
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