A 2025 NBER study finds that female entrepreneurs who launched a startup after a previous failure raised 53.3% less capital than men who were involved in the same failed companies.
This funding gap directly contributes to fewer women becoming serial entrepreneurs—women represent only 4% of founders who start three or more companies,
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“Keep looking forward because that is where you’ll find opportunity.”
—Karina Garcia, Influencer and Entrepreneur
Today is the first day of Hispanic and Latino Heritage Month, which will go until October 15th. As the National Museum of the American Latino’s website states,
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The digital economy is reshaping global trade and business, presenting new opportunities for inclusive growth and sustainable development. However, these opportunities are not equally available, particularly for women entrepreneurs who face significant barriers to full participation.
The new study, entitled “Breaking down barriers for women digital entrepreneurs: Insights from Africa,”
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wegg® Virtual Cafe
1st Tuesday of every month from 4:00-5:00PM CT
Join: https://us04web.zoom.us/j/746553873
Meeting ID: 746-553-873
Purpose: For anyone who wants to share stories and ideas with one another about dealing with business issues.
Come as you are.
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“The best part of serving on the wegg® 10-Year Anniversary Gala Committee is getting to know fellow members more deeply while sharing the excitement of preparing for what promises to be an incredible celebration of wegg’s achievements. There is truly so much to be proud of!”
– Laurel Delaney, …
Join us as we celebrate wegg’s 10th Anniversary in Chicago on Thursday, November 6, 2025! Our Committee, Board, and Team are working together to create an unforgettable event for everyone to enjoy.
Take pleasure in exceptional food, signature cocktails, lively conversation, and a soundtrack curated entirely by women artists – plus gift bags filled with products made by women.
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Despite Taliban restrictions, Afghan women entrepreneurs are launching small businesses and cooperatives. However, they face struggles accessing capital. According to Reuters, 41% of surveyed female entrepreneurs rely on informal loans to finance their ventures and about 70% must have a male guardian to travel to market.
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wegg® Virtual Cafe
1st Tuesday of every month from 4:00-5:00PM CT
Join: https://us04web.zoom.us/j/746553873
Meeting ID: 746-553-873
Purpose: For anyone who wants to share stories and ideas with one another about dealing with business issues.
Come as you are.
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August has begun and Black Business Month 2025 is in full swing once again!
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