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A big thank you to the '26 Women-Owned Business Day Host Committee for championing WBDC & CT’s women entrepreneurs! Join us for Women-Owned Business Day at the Legislative Office Building in Hartford on 4/8. Visit: ctwbdc.org/events/wobd202…

Come chat, connect, and grow your network with the WBDC community! Join us at one of our upcoming in-person networking events. To register, visit ctwbdc.org/events/network….

One month until Women-Owned Business Day 2026! Join WBDC, our legislative hosts & CT-based entrepreneurs on 4/8 in Hartford to celebrate the real impact women-owned businesses have on CT’s economy, our communities & our families. To RSVP, ctwbdc.org/events/wobd202…

A look back at our February networking events. We loved connecting with you at @ToxBrewing & Stamford Meetup for Child Care Providers. Thank you to everyone who joined us & helped make these gatherings meaningful. Don’t miss what's next by visiting: ctwbdc.org/events/network…

Have you explored WBDC’s Women-Owned Business Directory? With 17 categories and 1,280+ listings, it’s your go-to resource for discovering incredible CT-based women-owned small businesses. Whether you’re looking to shop, hire, or connect, you’ll find it here. Start browsing today!

Is it all about the money? We don’t think so – and neither does Sarah Rose Kareem, Samad Garden Initiative. She says the Ignite Grant application helped her think more strategically about her business. Apply by 3/18: ctwbdc.org/ignite.

The @TownOfBethel_CT hosted the National and Regional Economic Outlook. Attendees included: @ctsbdc @CTWBDC @SCOREMentors @NewtownSavings @DanCarterCT @federalreserve @TownOfNewtownCT

We’re proud to introduce our Women-Owned Business Day Co-Chairs, @SenPBMiller & @SenHSomers. Thank you both for your continued support & for joining us as we celebrate the impact women-owned businesses have on CT's economy, communities & families. Visit: ctwbdc.org/events/wobd202…

Not sure if you want to join us for WBDC’s Women-Owned Business Day 2026? Here are three reasons you don’t want to miss it! Secure your spot today! To RSVP, visit ctwbdc.org/events/wobd202…

We kicked off the year with great conversations and even better connections! Thank you to everyone who joined us at Mothership Bakery & Cafe in Danbury and WBDC’s Hartford Office. Don’t miss what’s next. See our current 2026 networking schedule here: ctwbdc.org/events/network…

Save the date! Join WBDC, our legislative hosts, and Connecticut entrepreneurs in Hartford to celebrate the impact of women-owned businesses driving economic growth and strengthening our communities. Go to ctwbdc.org/events/wobd202… for more information!

Valentine’s Day gifting, made easy 📷 Explore our 2026 Valentine’s Day Gift Guide, ctwbdc.org/business-direc…, and support local Connecticut-based, women-owned businesses.

P.S. The next round of Ignite Grants opens 2/3! For more info, visit: ctwbdc.org/ignite

Meet Adyanna Odom, WBDC Opportunity Fund Grant Program Lead! Adyanna manages our grant programs from start to finish—helping ensure vital resources reach the businesses that need them most. Thank you, Adyanna, for the incredible impact you make every day!

2025 was a big year for the WBDC CT Women-Owned Business Directory. Business listings in the directory grew by 55% last year! Is your business listed? To explore the directory/submit a listing for your business: ctwbdc.org/business-direc…

Last-minute holiday shopping? We’ve got you covered. Explore our Holiday Gift Guide and support amazing CT-based, women-owned businesses. For the full gift guide, go to ctwbdc.org/business-direc…

WBDC offices will be closed December 25 through January 1. While our doors are closed, our resources are always open - explore the WBDC eLibrary, ctwbdc.ecenterdirect.com/events?centeri… to keep learning and growing into 2026. Wishing you a wonderful holiday season and a bright New Year!

Give the gift of self-care this season. Discover Connecticut-based, women-owned spa and beauty businesses in the WBDC Holiday Gift Guide. Go to ctwbdc.org/business-direc… for the full gift guide.

This holiday season, choose gifts that nurture body and mind. Explore health, fitness, and wellness finds in the WBDC Holiday Gift Guide. Go to ctwbdc.org/business-direc… to check out the full gift guide.