About Us
Our Impact
Women (and men) annually receive programs and services they need to transform their lives and make a real impact on the local economy in terms of job creation and increased wages.
A History of Success
In 2022
11,491
Number of people who participated in CWE programs and events
3,829
Number of people CWE trained and counseled
1,940
Number of jobs CWE helped entrepreneurs create and/or nurture
$89 M
Amount of wages CWE helped entrepreneurs generate
535
Number of women-owned business CWE certified through the WBENC certification program
Since 1995
69,100
Number of people CWE has trained
61,800
Number of jobs CWE supported the creation of
$1.8 B
Amount of wages CWE helped entrepreneurs generate
Client Demographics
93%
Women
68%
Low to Moderate Income
42%
People of Color
7%
Disabled
Impact on Participants
34%
Start a business
31%
Increase the revenue of an existing business
32%
Improved their financial situation