Business Ownership

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WWBIC

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WW​BIC is a leading innovative statewide economic development corporation that is “Putting Dreams to Work.” WWBIC focuses on individuals who face barriers in accessing financing or educational support. They open the doors of opportunity by providing targeted individuals who are interested in starting, strengthening, or expanding businesses with access to critical resources such as responsible financial products and quality business and financial education, with​ offices across Wisconsin. 
America's Small Business Development Corporation Wisconsin ​The Wisconsin Small Business Development Corporation is a statewide network that supports entrepreneurs and business owners through free, confidential consulting and business education. Regional SBDC experts help small and emerging mid-sized companies improve and grow, assisting in launching successful new businesses. It is located on UW Campuses across the state.


Annual Wisconsin Women's Business Conference hosted by Western Dairyland Women's Business Center, Eau Claire

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Wisconsin Woman-Owned Business Enterprise​​
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Empowering Women Entrepreneurs
Woman-Owned Business Certification Program

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Looking to take your business to the next level? Get certified through the Wisconsin Supplier Diversity Program (WISDP​) and join a powerful network of woman-owned businesses gaining visibility, opportunity, and access to state contracting and procurement opportunities.

Our Woman-Owned Business Enterprise (WBE) certification is your gateway to doing business with state agencies, universities, and othe​​r public entities. Whether you're just starting or scaling up, this certification can help you compete—and win.

Learn more and apply today at wisdp.wi.gov

Questions? Call us at 608-267-9550

Explore the Directory of State-Certified Woman- and Minority-Owned Businesses

Connect with innovative, diverse businesses across industries: Search the Directory

Join the hundreds of women entrepreneurs who are making their mark in Wisconsin. With the WISDP platform, you're not just certified—you're supported.

Why Get Certified?

Certification is a way to promote your company to corporations and government agencies that are actively seeking to conduct business with women-owned businesses.

Certification confirms that the business is at least 51 percent owned, controlled, operated, and managed by women. Women-owned businesses undergo a formal documentation and site visit process, administered by the DOA Supplier Diversity Program (linked above), which enables them​ to compete for business opportunities with corporations and government agencies.

Firms certified through the Wisconsin Supplier Diversity program can receive technical and marketing assistance, including participation in Marketplace, a statewide business marketing conference. Certified firms are also eligible to be listed in the State of Wisconsin's Directory of Minority, Women, and Disabled Veteran-Owned Businesses, which is distributed to corporate buyers and purchasing agents throughout the state.
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