Thinking about Online Entrepreneurship?

Hi, I’m Nakia Whittaker-Woody, the visionary of the VA World Empowerment Circle. I’ve been where you are, I’ve felt “all the things” too. But in my decision to proceed, I grew and realized that a community of like-minded women was the pivot table to my spreadsheet.

Do you see those pictures at the top of the website? Those pictures are from my 45th birthday in Virginia. The women in the photos were people I met online in my journey, I did not know them at all, but through various groups, we formed a friendship and they drove/flew from MD & TX to attend my party.

Is that voice in your head saying, “You can’t start a business”?

Don’t worry we’ve all been there

Choose the Options below,that your voice is saying, our Community has some advice to share

I’m not sure

But I don’t have

I’m stuck

New Women Owned Businesses

43.2% of small businesses are women-owned
Female-owned businesses grew 0.6% since last year and 21% over the past five years.
Over 1,800 new women-owned companies are created each day in the US.
Women of color represent 39% of the total female population in America, yet they account for 89% of the net new women-owned firms per day.
6.4 million women-of-color-owned businesses in the US employ around 2.4 million people.
~NAWBO, Small Business Statistics 2024

US New Business Statistics

The US Small Business Administration (SBA) reports that most businesses start in the home.
50% of all businesses start at home. 60% of all businesses without staff are home-based. Therefore, 19 million US businesses are home-based.

Industry Trends and Forecasts

Of the 33.2 million small businesses in the US, these are the top five industries, according to the US Small Business Administration Office of Advocacy.
Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services – 4,594,752 Other Services (except Public Administration) – 3,554,298 Construction – 3,483,077 Real Estate and Rental and Leasing – 3,268,764
Transportation and Warehousing – 3,051,341

People believe in small businesses: 85% of Americans believe small businesses have a positive impact on people’s lives. (Bentley University and Gallup) 52% of consumers say they’re more likely to purchase a product made by a small business (a rise of 18% from 2022). (HubSpot, 2023) While there are still challenges with inflation, labor, and supply, the outlook for small businesses is bright in 2024. ~Kristina Fabian, fitsmallbusiness.com

Our commitment is to create an industry that reflects the diversity and excellence of women like you. Our virtual platform breaks down barriers of location, race, and economy, making entrepreneurship accessible to all women. We offer engaging and inclusive interactions that empower our community and fuel your dreams. Join our community for support and celebration of your successes and challenges. Join a vibrant online community designed for you – where flexibility meets ambition and your journey to entrepreneurship takes center stage. Connect with a likeminded tribe that spans the globe with a shared vision of empowerment. We are more than just a Facebook group – we are a lifeline for women, with a focus on women of color looking to redefine success on their terms.

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