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🎉 Indigenous women entrepreneurs from every corner of the nation are beating the odds, making an impact and leading sustainable businesses. The stereotypes that tie the word “entrepreneur” to [white] men and technology are some of the most challenging barriers women in entrepreneurship face. They shape the way funding programs, training and incubators are designed and how financing and investment decisions are made. Perhaps even more importantly, they shape the aspirations and confidence of Indigenous women. 💜 Women need to see successful Indigenous #WomenEntrepreneurs so they can dare become one! ✅ Explore our database of more than 2,000 (and growing!) Canadian women who are crushing entrepreneur stereotypes. https://lnkd.in/g7Fcbr5D #SeeItBeIt #WomenInBusiness #NIHM #NIHM2024 Anne Mulaire Teara Fraser Brenda MacIntyre Lynn Hutton

Encouraging more women to start businesses can transform South Africa's economy and reduce unemployment. Linda McClure, COO at Raizcorp, suggests that to boost female entrepreneurship, we need to provide women with skills to run sustainable, profitable businesses that create local jobs. Read more below. #WomenEmpowered

WEKH, in collaboration with Diversity Institute and Canadian Council for Indigenous Business launched a report on Early Stages of Indigenous Women's Entrepreneurship last month. 🎤 Through in-depth interviews with 16 Indigenous women entrepreneurs from different Indigenous communities, we found that #entrepreneurship means so much more than just financial freedom. Entrepreneurship holds profound potential as a pathway to economic and community prosperity for Indigenous women in Canada, offering a means of self-determination and empowerment. ⭐ Learn more about these Indigenous women entrepreneurs who are working to give back to their communities in the full report: https://bit.ly/3XStKC5 #WomenEntrepreneurs #IndigenousEntrepreneurs #IndigenousBusiness #EconomicReconciliation #TRC SSHRC-CRSH

Did you know? Women entrepreneurs in Asia are driving economic growth by reinvesting in their businesses! This statistic highlights the power of financial empowerment for women. Are you an Asian entrepreneur looking for financial guidance? We can help! #AsianEntrepreneur #WomenEmpowerment #FinancialPlanning

🚀 This #SmallBusinessWeek, we are thrilled to launch a recent partner-led report with the Canadian Council for Indigenous Business (CCIB) and the Diversity Institute on the Early Stages of Indigenous Women's Entrepreneurship. There are about 75,000 Indigenous businesses in Canada, with 33% owned by Indigenous women. Through entrepreneurship, they are creating their path toward self-determination and economic reconciliation. But the path isn't easy. In this report, supported by SSHRC-CRSH, we explore the experiences of Indigenous women entrepreneurs—how they transform their ideas into successful businesses, overcome systemic barriers like poor access to training and financing, and give back to their communities—and offer recommendations and wise practices to further their growth. ➡️Dive into the report here: https://bit.ly/3XStKC5 #WomenEntrepreneurs #IndigenousEntrepreneurs #IndigenousBusiness #EconomicReconciliation #TRC SSHRC-CRSH

❓Did you know that women entrepreneurs in Canada continue to face unique challenges and opportunities? Find out more from the official launch of the State of Women’s Entrepreneurship report (#SOWE2024) for insights and recommendations on supporting #WomenEntrepreneurs. https://bit.ly/SOWE_2024

⭐ We believe in the power of women #entrepreneurs to drive economic growth and build more inclusive societies. That's why we are proud to announce the official launch of the findings from the State of Women’s Entrepreneurship in Canada (#SOWE2024) report. Click here to dive into the findings: https://bit.ly/SOWE_2024 #SOWE2024 #WomenEntrepreneurs #WomenInBusiness

Today is Women's Entrepreneurship Day, a day where we celebrate the incredible women entrepreneurs who are driving innovation, creating jobs, and making a difference in our communities. Did you know, according to the government of Canada, in 2023, only 18.4% of businesses in Canada were owned by women? By creating and bolstering networks of women leaders, innovators and entrepreneurs, Canada will continue to see even further economic growth and success. Let’s continue to support and uplift women in business today and everyday!

This resource came across our newsfeed, so we thought we would share it! This free learning series helps Indigenous women entering entrepreneurship learn how to create a business plan that can help with financing. Check out details from Alberta Women Entrepreneurs - https://lnkd.in/g86GiUb #SupportIndigenous #IndigeousBusiness #IndigenousEntrepreneurs #IndigenousWomen #Reconciliation365 #EconomicReconciliation

Women entrepreneurs are on the rise, transforming Australia's business landscape with unprecedented momentum—and that’s worth celebrating as we plan for the year ahead! Earlier in 2024, JB Were’s report revealed a surge in the number of high-net-worth (HNW) women in Australia. These women are excelling in financial markets and capitalising on the largest intergenerational wealth transfer in the nation’s history to drive meaningful change. Female entrepreneurship is also growing at an extraordinary pace—three times faster than that of men. Women now own one-third of Australia’s small businesses, fueling innovation and economic progress across the country. As we approach the new year, this is a timely reminder to consider how we can continue to champion women in business and finance. The report also highlighted persistent barriers female investors face in accessing quality financial advice, despite their growing portfolios and expertise. Addressing these gaps in 2025 and beyond is essential to unlocking even greater opportunities for women entrepreneurs to thrive. For an interesting read.. https://lnkd.in/gWFuz5Zb . . . #EmpowerWomen #WomenPower #GirlPower #WomenMakingWaves #WomenLeadingTheWay #RisingtoFemininePower #Rising #LeadershipLasso #GearedforGrowth.biz #CollectivePower #FemininePower #Empowerment #NewFormsofPower #LeadershipLasso #WomenTalking #RisingRetreat