Women's Business Centers of Ohio

06/18/2026

🚨 We're Hiring! 🚨

ECDI is looking for a Program Director for the Women's Business Center at Central State University to lead a team dedicated to helping entrepreneurs start, grow, and sustain successful businesses throughout the Dayton region.

In this role, you'll oversee programming, community partnerships, training opportunities, and one-on-one business support while working to expand access to resources for women entrepreneurs and other underserved business owners.

We're seeking a passionate leader who is committed to empowering small businesses, building strong community relationships, and creating economic opportunity.

📍 Dayton, OH (Hybrid)

Join us in helping entrepreneurs turn their dreams into thriving businesses.

Apply today! 🔗 ECDI.org/team

06/17/2026

💼 Thinking about starting or growing your business in Northern Kentucky?

Don’t miss this free Small Business Resource Fair with ECDI in Covington packed with workshops, networking, and real tools to help entrepreneurs succeed! 🚀📊

Stay tuned for all the details https://www.everythingcincy.com/articles/other/small-business-resource-fair-northern-kentucky-free-networking-growth-opportunities-in-covington

06/17/2026

06/17/2026

It’s almost time, Fayetteville! 📣

The Spring Makers Market is happening this Saturday in Brown County (just outside Cincinnati)!

Join us for a day of shopping local, meeting makers, and celebrating small businesses in Southern Ohio.

✨ June 20 | Fayetteville, OH
⏰ 10 AM – 3 PM

Enjoy a FREE, family-friendly market filled with handmade goods, art, delicious eats, and one-of-a-kind finds—perfect for Father’s Day weekend or picking up a unique gift for someone special.

📍 Dragonfly Village: 20918 ST RT 251, Fayetteville, OH

Bring your friends, come hungry, and get ready to support some incredible local talent.

See you there! 🛍️✨
🔗 igniteappalachia.com

06/16/2026

A few free courses could open the door to $10,000 for your business.

Through Verizon Small Business Digital Ready, you can learn valuable skills and become eligible to apply for current grant funding.

✔ Free to join
✔ Learn on your schedule
✔ Funding opportunity available now

Sign up today ➜ digitalready.verizonwireless.com/partner-awbc-central-appalachia

06/15/2026

We’re excited to partner with Delaware Entrepreneurial Center at Ohio Wesleyan University to bring you a hands-on workshop designed to make social media feel less overwhelming — and a whole lot more effective.

Join us in Delaware, OH for an engaging session featuring Jackie Murphy, founder of Queen Bee Jackie Creative, who has spent over a decade helping small businesses turn social media into real results.

In this free, in-person workshop, you’ll learn what’s actually working right now — and how to apply it in a way that fits your day-to-day business.

• Create content without overthinking it
• Build real engagement (not just likes)
• Walk away with ideas you can use right away

📍 The Delaware Entrepreneurial Center at Ohio Wesleyan University (Delaware, OH)
📅 Wednesday, June 24 | 12–1:30 PM
🍽️ Light lunch provided

Spots are limited, so be sure to save yours soon.

👉 Sign up today:

Stop stressing over social media. Learn what works, create content from your day, and turn visibility into real results.

06/14/2026

If you’re going to learn about AI for your business — you want to hear from someone who’s actually used it in real operations.

Join us for this free Tuesday Tune Up featuring Meridith Brankamp (Innovative Consulting), who has led operations at companies like Coca-Cola and now helps organizations turn emerging tech into real, practical advantages.

She’s seen firsthand how AI can simplify work, save time, and help teams do more — and she’s breaking it down in a way that actually makes sense for small businesses.

No hype. No tech speak. Just real insight you can use.

📅 Tuesday, June 16
⏰ 11 AM – 12 PM (online)

Reserve your spot: https://monkeylink.co/a97fea

06/13/2026

Final days to apply for the WBC Member Showcase ✨

Time is almost up to apply for the In the Company of Women 2026 Member Showcase in Cleveland.

If you have been considering this opportunity, now is the moment to take the next step. Join a community that is committed to supporting your growth and celebrating your business.

We are still seeking
• Product and service businesses
• Food, beverage, and dessert vendors

🗓 Apply by June 16 at noon

🛍️ Product and service vendors: https://monkeylink.co/60c5ed
🍴 Food and beverage vendors: https://monkeylink.co/c70059

📩 [email protected]

06/12/2026

Portsmouth, we can’t wait to see you tomorrow!📣

The Spring Makers Market is almost here, and it’s going to be a good one.

Come out to shop local, discover one-of-a-kind finds, and support the incredible small businesses that make our community shine. It’s also the perfect place to pick up a unique Father’s Day gift or something special for someone you love.

📅 Saturday, June 13
🕙 10 AM – 3 PM
📍 304 Chillicothe St, Portsmouth, OH

Bring your friends, bring your family, and get ready for a fun, feel-good day downtown.

See you there! 👏
🔗 igniteappalachia.com

06/11/2026

This is your sign 👇
If growing your business is on your to-do list, don’t miss the Small Business Resource Fair on June 22.

It’s free, it’s local, and it’s packed with resources designed to help you take your next step.

📍 Kenton County Public Library (Covington Branch)
🕘 9 AM to 1 PM

Register here: https://monkeylink.co/f4a6f4