top of page
ECDI-Graphic-elements_leaf_teal.png

Empowering women entrepreneurs to create sustainable businesses

Training, coaching and access to capital

We are your one-stop resource

Small Business Support at Any Stage

Start Up

Get from idea to open, or shore up on business basics before your young company takes off.

 

Explore resources

Stay Up

If your business is off the launch pad, and you're looking for ways to fly higher (or better), we've got you.

​

Explore resources

Scale Up

When you're gearing up to grow, you'll find next-level mentors and resources here.

 

​

Explore resources

ECDI-Graphic-elements_leaf-pattern_dark.png
448428795_1945858102515775_1200451267691974166_n.jpg

Kim Baker

KB Flower Farm

All I learned about the business part I owe to the WBC because I went to classes on things I didn't even know I’d need — but I needed it all. I wouldn’t be anywhere near where I am right now without the help of ECDI and the WBC.

ECDI-Graphic-elements_leaf-pattern_dark.png
voh-23.jpg

Dána M Langford

Village of Healing

They have a space for women to be able to get help. The biggest thing they helped us with was our business plan. Diego from the WBC walked us through a business plan like newborn babies. I don’t think Village of Healing would be the same without Diego. So the WBC has been a game-changer.

ECDI-Graphic-elements_leaf-pattern_dark.png
_m9a2898 copy.jpg

Michelle Madison

Nurturing Excellence Child Enrichment Center

"I had a business on paper but had no idea how to make it practical. The WBC was crucial to the fact that Nurturing Excellence was able to open. My friends at the WBC were my biggest cheerleaders."

ECDI-Graphic-elements_leaf_teal.png

We always feel like we have somebody we can reach out to ask questions. Through our WBC membership, we have unlimited access to one-on-one coaching sessions with our business advisor, Diego. 

Deborah Aaron, CEO of Skin District Store

Benefits of WBC Membership

Support for Any Stage

From turning your great idea into a business plan, through market-share growth, and to succession planning, you'll find help and resources right here. 

Help for Every Entrepreneur

With access to training, networking, mentorship and funding, we work to level the playing field for any entrepreneur who doesn't have a situational advantage.

One-Stop Resource

Workshops, advisors, connections, small business funding - it's all right here. Develop one relationship and find everything you need for the life of your business.

A Community to Foster Success

Sometimes, the inspiration that moves an entrepreneur forward is her connection to other supportive and likeminded women. Your community awaits.

Open the door to statewide and national networks

The Women's Business Centers of Ohio are part of the Association of Women's Business Centers, which unites a national network of more than 100 WBCs.

​

We are proud to serve all 88 counties in Ohio and additional counties in the tri-state area. Through regular opportunities to network and connect, we offer a statewide community of small businesses.

WBC's Impact in Ohio

Since 2012 (updated quarterly):

14,451

Clients Served

6,900

Jobs Supported

3,158

Hours of Training

933

Business Start-Ups

15,860

Hours of Counseling

astra studios-6 (1).jpg

Powered by ECDI

The Women's Business Centers of Ohio are a program of ECDI.

 

In addition to the game-changing business assistance and one-on-one advice offered by the WBCs, members have access to funding and additional incubation services through ECDI.

Newsletter Signup, Home
bottom of page