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Washington, D.C. – [September 23, 2024] – The National Women’s Business Council (NWBC) will hold a pivotal public meeting on September 25, bringing together leading voices in women’s business ownership to shape the future of entrepreneurial policy in the United States. This crucial gathering will serve as a platform for Councilmembers to present and vote on NWBC’s 2024 Policy Recommendations aimed at advancing women’s business enterprises nationwide.

NWBC plays a vital role in championing women business owners, acting as the sole independent, bipartisan federal advisory council directly connecting women business owners and the organizations that support them to federal government officials and policymakers. Through rigorous research, stakeholder engagement, and policy analysis, the Council develops informed, actionable recommendations presented annually to Congress, the President, and the U.S. Small Business Administration.

NWBC is honored to feature a lineup of distinguished guest speakers for the meeting, each bringing a wealth of experience and insight into the landscape of women business ownership:

• Renita Anderson, President & CEO of Defense Technology Integration
• Marilyn Lockman, Owner of Handprints Early Learning Center
• Jackie Robinson-Burnette, Associate Administrator of the Office of Government Contracting and Business Development
• Aditi Dussault, Senior Adviser to the Office of the Administrator

Their participation underscores the diverse expertise and perspectives that inform the Council’s work, from government contracting to early-stage business development.

“I am proud to witness the collective efforts of our Councilmembers and stakeholders in shaping policies that empower women business owners,” said Sima Ladjevardian, Chair of NWBC. “This meeting is not just a discussion; it is a critical step toward actionable change. By voting on these 2024 Policy Recommendations, we are setting a bold agenda to break down barriers and create a more inclusive, equitable environment for women-owned businesses across the nation.”

The Council’s policy recommendations focus on three key areas: Access to Capital, Access to Opportunity, and Inclusive Entrepreneurship. The 2024 Policy Recommendations, informed by direct engagement with women business owners and entrepreneurs, will address critical barriers ensuring that women’s business interests are prioritized in national economic policies.

“This meeting is where research, real-world experience, and policy intersect,” said Tene Dolphin, Executive Director of NWBC. “Our goal is to ensure that the voices of women business owners are not just heard but actively shape the policies that will open doors and remove barriers for tomorrow’s women business owners.”

To register to attend the meeting, please click here.

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About the National Women’s Business Council

The National Women’s Business Council (NWBC) is a non-partisan federal advisory committee created to serve as an independent source of advice and counsel to the President, Congress, and the U.S. Small Business Administration on economic issues of importance to women business owners. To learn more, please visit: www.nwbc.gov.