EMPOWERING WOMEN ENTREPRENEURS

With 30 million small businesses across the U.S., you might be one of many business owners affected by the 2020 pandemic crisis. Find resources through the Nasdaq Entrepreneurial Center COVID-19 Resource Navigator, who we’ve teamed up with, or be inspired by how some entrepreneurs have adapted.

 
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#SpreadGood: Leadership Program

During challenging times, it is important for communities to come together and help raise each other up. Instead of fearing your future, we can help you shape it. Bank of the West and Ulule are launching #SpreadGood, a program to help entrepreneurs bring their business ideas to life through crowdfunding. Participants will have access to free business coaching, learn how to pitch their business, and gain access to the Ulule crowdfunding platform.

Learn more and apply today
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#SpreadGood Leadership Program

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Virtual meeting - See Registration for details

Bank of the West with Ulule, the largest impact crowdfunding platform, created the #SpreadGood Leadership Program to provide  entrepreneurs with support from experts over a 4 month period to learn how to create and launch a crowdfunding campaign.

While the program does have a cohort for coaching, many sessions are open to the public.  Click the link below to view and register for upcoming public events. 

Sponsored by Bank of the West and Ulule

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NAVIGATING CHANGE: A webinar series on sustainable recovery for small business

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As COVID-19 redefines how we do business, new opportunities for small businesses are emerging. How can your business adapt to survive now and flourish in the future? Join us for a 4-part webinar series that highlights trends and presents practical improvements for small businesses.

Sponsored by Bank of the West, Protect Our Winters, and Snowsports Industries America

Where are you in your journey?

dreaming

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Your business is a great idea. Is it ready to be real?

launching

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Your business is ready to jump. Is now the time?

growing

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Your business is humming along. Is it ready to roar?

INTERVIEW

Billie Jean King Interview

We had the opportunity to sit down with tennis icon and social activist Billie Jean King during the 2019 BNP Paribas Open. She shared her extraordinary journey as an entrepreneur, how to decide when to take that plunge, and the importance of raising confident kids.
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Finding money for your business

From traditional bank loans to micro-lending, you may be surprised by how many new funding options are available today. We help connect you to them, regardless of business stage or need.

Solutions to run your business

With so many banking services available, we’ve put together some important questions to help you navigate choosing solutions for payments, payroll and fraud protection, to name just a few.

We’re just getting started. Get in on the ground floor.

WE Source is a new community for women entrepreneurs with big dreams — just like you. We’re continually adding events, resources, and insights from business owners and important voices in the business and finance industries. Sign up now to receive updates.

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Disclaimer

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