Press & Media

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LATEST AWBC NEWS

The Association of Women’s Business Centers Statement on President Trump’s FY2027 Budget

April 7, 2026

Washington, D.C. – April 7, 2026 – Corinne Goble, CEO of the Association of Women’s Business Centers (AWBC), issued the following statement: “With the release…

GoodBread, AWBC, & Kansas City G.I.F.T. Win $1.38 Million Kauffman Foundation Grant to Expand Microloan Access in Kansas City

April 7, 2026

Three-year award backs a new program model designed to reach entrepreneurs shut out of traditional financing, with the Association of Women’s Business Centers serving as…

Meet Paden Sickles: Army Veteran, Founder of SickFit, Veteran Business Accelerator Graduate

April 2, 2026

We are proud to introduce you to Paden Sickles, founder of SickFit and a recent graduate of the January 2026 SOAR Veteran Business Accelerator, offered…

MEDIA COVERAGE

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The Angel Next Door - Unlocking Resources for Entrepreneurs
Entrepreneurs on Fire - The Capital Equation
Invest in Her - Women's Business Centers as a Resource
Visibility Strategies for Women Entrepreneurs - Why Vision is the Real Power Behind Women-Owned Businesses
School For Startups Radio - AWBC CEO, Corinne Goble
PiZetta Media - Business in Her Blood: The Story of This National Nonprofit CEO

Enterprising Women - Why We Must Invest in Women’s Business Centers - The Backbone of Women’s Entrepreneurship
Authority Magazine - Why We Need More Women Founders & Here Is What We Are Doing To Make That Happen
Lioness Magazine - The Association of Women’s Business Centers and Stearns Bank Celebrate Initial Success of Childcare Accelerator Program
Sheconomy Magazine - The Road to Wealth Building: Women, Entrepreneurship, and the Power of Community
Global Woman Magazine - How Corinne Goble Empowers Women Entrepreneurs
The Herald: Scotland News - A £50m Investment that Could Generate Billions for Scotland

The Association of Women’s Business Centers and Stearns Bank Celebrate Initial Success of Childcare Accelerator Program

AWBC 2025 MEDIA SPOTLIGHT TOUR

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In Summer 2025, the Association of Women’s Business Centers launched a five-city Media Spotlight Tour to highlight the impact of Women’s Business Centers and the entrepreneurs they support. The tour amplified stories from rural communities, advocated for continued federal funding, and strengthened relationships with local and national leaders.

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WOMEN'S BUSINESS CENTER CLIENT SUCCESS STORIES

Fundraiser Blankets®

Vela Creative Co.

Sticky Spoons Jam, LLC

Creole Made Easy, LLC

Childcare Provider Spotlight: KiddoGarden in Thousand Oaks, California

March 23, 2026

We are proud to introduce KiddoGarden Daycare,a women-owned business, client of Women’s Economic Ventures, and a graduate of their recent childcare accelerator program made possible…

Women’s Business Center Client Feature: Vela Creative Co.

September 2, 2025

When you talk to Kelsey Stine, founder of Vela Creative Co., her passion is clear. Passion for her clients, her team, and the kind of…

Women’s Business Center Client Feature: RyeDoodle Boarding & Training

April 11, 2025

Meet Tiana Ude, the passionate dog trainer behind RyeDoodle Boarding & Training in South Dakota. What began as a childhood dream has now grown into…

Women’s Business Center Client Feature: Kelli Ewert of Tropical Smoothie Café

March 17, 2025

We are passionate about sharing the stories of small business owners who are chasing their dreams, and love highlighting the Women’s Business Centers that are…

Veteran-Owned Business Spotlight: Sticky Spoons Jam, LLC

February 26, 2025

We’re excited to spotlight Sticky Spoons Jam, LLC, a woman and veteran-owned business that is sweetening the lives of Michigan residents and beyond with its delicious…

Veteran-Owned Business Spotlight: Fundraiser Blankets®

February 26, 2025

We’re excited to share the story of Fundraiser Blankets®, a women-owned, veteran-led business that is transforming school fundraising across the United States. Founded by two sisters—Army…

Women’s Business Center Client Feature: Creole Made Easy, LLC

February 4, 2025

We love shining a spotlight on small business owners who are doing big things. This month, we’re excited to share the story of Julie V, the…

Women’s Business Center Client Feature: Tre’s Street Kitchen®

January 13, 2025

We love sharing the stories of inspiring small business owners who have the courage to turn their dreams into reality and make a positive impact…

SPOTLIGHT ON: AWBC PARTNERSHIPS

The Association of Women’s Business Centers and Stearns Bank Celebrate Initial Success of Childcare Accelerator Program

January 9, 2026

WASHINGTON, Jan. 9, 2025 — The Association of Women’s Business Centers (AWBC), in partnership with Stearns Bank, today announced early results from the new WBC Childcare Accelerator Award Program, revealing…

The Association of Women’s Business Centers Reports Nationwide Impact of Its Verizon Partnership as 2025 Engagement Reaches New Heights

December 10, 2025

WASHINGTON, Dec. 9, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — The Association of Women’s Business Centers (AWBC) today reports the significant nationwide impact of its partnership with Verizon, which has strengthened digital readiness, entrepreneurship…

AWBC Launches Accelerator at VeteranStartup.org for E-Commerce Businesses

October 9, 2025

WASHINGTON, Oct. 7, 2025 — The Association of Women’s Business Centers (AWBC) announced the launch of the S.O.A.R. (Supporting Our Artisans & Retailers) Together Accelerator for Veterans, at VeteranStartup.org. This…

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