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SUMMARY:Angel Investing 101: What Business Owners Need to Know
DESCRIPTION:This call is hosted by HOPE2Women and is open to small business owners\, WBCs\, and their clients \nCurious about angel investing and how it could support your business? In this\nwebinar\, we’ll break down what angel investing is\, how it works\, and what investors are\nreally looking for. Whether you’re actively seeking funding or just exploring your options\,\nthis session will equip you with the knowledge to navigate early-stage investment with\nconfidence. \nRegister Here \nWe’ll cover:\n● What angel investing is and how it differs from other funding sources\n● What investors look for in early-stage businesses\n● How to position your business to attract angel investors\n● Common red flags that turn investors away\n● Practical tips for pitching your business and building investor relationships \nAbout the Speaker: \nLiz Sara is a successful businesswoman with more than 30 years of experience in the national entrepreneurship community.  Most recently\, she served as President of the SCORE Foundation and prior to that\, was a presidential appointee as Chair of the National Women’s Business Council.  Liz ran a successful marketing agency in the DC area\, providing executive leadership to nearly 100 early stage tech companies for more than 20 years.  Liz has been an angel investor for several years and a regular speaker at industry conferences and podcasts focusing on startups\, entrepreneurship and access to capital.
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SUMMARY:Going Global: How to Scale with EXIM Bank
DESCRIPTION:Join the Association of Women’s Business Centers (AWBC)\, EXIM Bank\, and HOPE2Women for an educational webinar that will guide you through the essential tools and resources for expanding your business internationally. \nLearn best practices and strategies with Nada Allie\, Business Development Specialist at EXIM Bank on how to access market research\, find international buyers\, secure financing\, and more. Whether you’re new to exporting or looking to scale globally\, this valuable session provides insights to help your business thrive in global markets. \nDate: Tuesday\, May 20\nTime: 10 a.m. PT / 1 p.m. ET \nClick here to register \nThis webinar training is open to Women’s Business Centers and Small Business Owners. 
URL:https://awbc.org/event/going-global-how-to-scale-with-exim-bank/
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SUMMARY:Women & Financial Empowerment: A Conversation on Tax Policy Insights
DESCRIPTION:Women & Financial Empowerment: A Conversation on Tax Policy Insights \nJoin the Association of Women’s Business Centers (AWBC)\, the National Women’s Business Council (NWBC)\, and HOPE2Women for an educational webinar on the latest tax policy updates and how the system uniquely impacts women. This training will equip women business owners with essential tax knowledge to enhance financial stability\, leverage tax savings for growth\, plan for retirement\, and navigate digital tax risks effectively.  \nLearn best practices and strategies from Professor Caroline Bruckner from American University in Washington\, D.C who has released ground-breaking research on the gig economy\, women business owners\, small business tax literacy\, and issues with AI in tax administration. \nKey Takeaways: \n\nTax Literacy Drives Success – Understanding taxes boosts financial stability and access to capital.\nTax Planning Fuels Growth – Smart tax strategies free up capital and improve borrowing power.\nPlan for Tax-Efficient Retirement – Women entrepreneurs must optimize retirement savings for security.\nAvoid Digital Tax Traps – Verify AI and social media tax advice to prevent costly mistakes.\n\n  \nDate: Tuesday\, March 18\nTime: 10 a.m. PT / 1 p.m. ET \nClick here to register \nThis webinar training is open to Women’s Business Centers and Small Business Owners. 
URL:https://awbc.org/event/financial-empowerment-on-tax-policy-insights/
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