Western Wisconsin Women's Business Center

Western Wisconsin Women's Business Center The Western Wisconsin Women's Business Center provides assistance to individuals interested in starting, expanding or improving their small businesses.

We also hold an annual Women's Business Conference in Eau Claire --> www.womensbusinessconference.com Our offices are located in Eau Claire and Independence, WI, and we serve primarily in Barron, Buffalo, Chippewa, Clark, Dunn, Eau Claire, Jackson, Pepin, Pierce, Polk, St. Croix and Trempealeau counties. You're welcome to reach out to us if you're located in a county outside our service areas and

we'll help you find a business center in your area. The business centers' services are designed to provide entrepreneurs with access to individualized as well as group business training, referrals, financing, technology, and ongoing business case management services. Assistance is provided at various locations throughout the service area as well as on-site. Owners of start-up, existing, and expanding businesses receive technical assistance in all aspects of business operation including business plan development, feasibility studies, marketing assistance, business management, and operations.

09/04/2026

Red Letter Grant Fall Information Session Is Here!

Happy Thursday! We're giving away a FREE exhibitor/vendor table at this year's Women's Business Conference on Wednesday,...
09/03/2026

Happy Thursday! We're giving away a FREE exhibitor/vendor table at this year's Women's Business Conference on Wednesday, Nov. 4th!

In addition to the table, you'll get access to all breakout sessions, breakfast, and an afternoon snack for you and one guest. Lunch is available for purchase. To enter the drawing, please send us your business name and contact information via private message or to [email protected] by 11:59 pm on Sunday, Sept. 13th. The winner will be contacted the following week.

Note: This drawing is for businesses that HAVEN'T registered for a table yet.

The countdown's on! Early-bird rates expire on Labor Day at 11:59 pm. If you’ve been thinking about attending or exhibit...
08/31/2026

The countdown's on! Early-bird rates expire on Labor Day at 11:59 pm. If you’ve been thinking about attending or exhibiting at this year’s Women’s Business Conference on Wednesday, Nov. 4th, now is the time to register before prices increase. Register via our website: https://www.womensbusinessconference.com/

Early-bird pricing:
• Conference tickets: $85 → $95
• Exhibitor tables (only 16 left): Increase by $100

Exhibitor tables currently start at $210 and include a table, two chairs, and conference tickets for you and a guest. Plus, exhibitors get FULL ACCESS to all conference sessions—so you can showcase your business, learn, network, and make connections throughout the day.

Reserve your table before the Labor Day price increase:
https://www.womensbusinessconference.com/exhibitors

“There’s something about being in a room full of women looking to better themselves that just gets me in the feels! Another great Western Wisconsin Women's Business Center conference in the books!” – Anna Ledebuhr, Conference Attendee & Owner of Coulee Boutique

Do you have questions or maybe a few doubts about starting your own business? Then this roundtable at the Women’s Busine...
08/31/2026

Do you have questions or maybe a few doubts about starting your own business? Then this roundtable at the Women’s Business Conference on Nov. 4th is for you! Join our "Starting Your Business" roundtable for an open, practical and inspiring conversation with local business professionals and entrepreneurs.

Jordan Pospishil — Royal Credit Union
Brittany Paulsrud — LEONA’s PIZZA
Mai Yia Vang — Sweet Boba House
Becky Witt —Wholistic Nutrition llc

Haven't reserved your tickets for the Women's Business Conference in Eau Claire on Nov. 4th? Click here to purchase your tickets (scholarships available): https://www.womensbusinessconference.com/register

Available starting Labor Day: We’re excited to announce our brand-new Welcome Bag Insert Sponsorship for $500! Click her...
08/28/2026

Available starting Labor Day: We’re excited to announce our brand-new Welcome Bag Insert Sponsorship for $500! Click here to sign up: https://www.womensbusinessconference.com/sponsor-registration

What’s included? Put a flyer or promotional item directly into the hands of approximately 400 Women’s Business Conference attendees (less than $1 per attendee reached). You’ll also receive 2 FREE tickets to attend the conference ($170 early-bird value), with all meals included. Use them for team members, friends, or family—or turn them into a fun giveaway on your social media page!

It’s an easy, effective, and affordable way to get your business in front of hundreds of local entrepreneurs and professionals—without the commitment of a higher-level sponsorship or the need to set up and staff an exhibitor table for the full day.

Only 16 exhibitor tables are left at this year's Women's Business Conference in Eau Claire on Wednesday, Nov. 4th!Tables...
08/27/2026

Only 16 exhibitor tables are left at this year's Women's Business Conference in Eau Claire on Wednesday, Nov. 4th!

Tables start at $210 and include a table, two chairs, and tickets for you and a guest. Bonus: Exhibitors get FULL ACCESS to all conference sessions—giving you the chance to showcase your business, learn, and network throughout the day. Reserve your table via our website: https://www.womensbusinessconference.com/exhibitors

Attendee Testimonial:
"There’s something about being in a room full of women looking to better themselves that just gets me in the feels! Another great Western Wisconsin Women's Business Center conference in the books!" – Anna Ledebuhr, Conference Attendee & Owner of Coulee Boutique

08/26/2026

Our Fall 2026 Grant Application opens September 8, 2026!

Are you working on launching a new small business? A $2,000 or $4,000 Red Letter Grant could provide the hand-up you need to get started!

The Red Letter Grant is open to women living in 18 counties throughout West Central and Northwest Wisconsin:

Region 1: Buffalo, Clark, Chippewa, Dunn, Eau Claire, Jackson, Pepin, Pierce, St. Croix, and Trempealeau Counties

Region 2: Barron, Burnett, Polk, Price, Rusk, Sawyer, Taylor, and Washburn Counties

📅 Virtual Grant Information Session
Tuesday, August 25, 2026 | 4:30–5:30 p.m.

Join us to learn more about the grant opportunity and application requirements. Registration is not required.

👉 Find all the details about the grant, application requirements, and information session here:
https://www.redlettergrant.org/apply-info

Just 22 exhibitor tables are left at this year's Women's Business Conference in Eau Claire on Wednesday, Nov. 4th!Tables...
08/19/2026

Just 22 exhibitor tables are left at this year's Women's Business Conference in Eau Claire on Wednesday, Nov. 4th!

Tables start at $210 and include a table, two chairs, and tickets for you and a guest. Bonus: Exhibitors get FULL ACCESS to all conference sessions—giving you the chance to showcase your business, learn, and network throughout the day. Don't wait—these tables usually sell out in August!

Reserve your table via our website: https://www.womensbusinessconference.com/exhibitors

Attendee Testimonial:
"There’s something about being in a room full of women looking to better themselves that just gets me in the feels! Another great Western Wisconsin Women's Business Center conference in the books!"
– Anna Ledebuhr, Conference Attendee & Owner of Coulee Boutique and https://www.couleeboutique.com/

Today, we’re proud to recognize one of our Welcome Bag Sponsors, Royal Credit Union. Their continued support helps us gr...
08/13/2026

Today, we’re proud to recognize one of our Welcome Bag Sponsors, Royal Credit Union. Their continued support helps us grow our annual Women's Business Conference and strengthen entrepreneurship across Western Wisconsin.

If you're thinking about starting or growing your own business, this one-day event is for YOU! This year, we're adding even more support—starting with a warm-up event two weeks before the conference, where you can meet fellow attendees and hear from a speaker, plus follow-up support after the conference to help you keep the momentum going. Best of all, these extras and all meals are included with your ticket!

Get your early-bird ticket for the 23rd Annual Women’s Business Conference at the Pablo Center in Eau Claire on Wednesday, Nov. 4th! Save $10 if you reserve your ticket before Labor Day: https://www.womensbusinessconference.com/attendee-registration

Check out our full agenda on our website: https://www.womensbusinessconference.com/agenda

Carolyn Jahnke, founder of Athena Legal Solutions LLC, will lead an interactive session designed to help business owners...
08/10/2026

Carolyn Jahnke, founder of Athena Legal Solutions LLC, will lead an interactive session designed to help business owners, entrepreneurs, and professionals better understand common legal issues that arise in business.

Haven't reserved your tickets for the Women's Business Conference in Eau Claire on Nov. 4th? Click here to purchase your tickets or reserve an exhibitor table: https://www.womensbusinessconference.com/register

Address

418 Wisconsin Street
Eau Claire, WI
54703

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 4:30pm
Tuesday 8am - 4:30pm
Wednesday 8am - 6pm
Thursday 8am - 4:30pm
Friday 8am - 4:30pm
Saturday 8am - 9am

Telephone

(715) 836-7511

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