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WBDC @CTWBDC

The Women's Business Development Council (WBDC) is the Leader of Entrepreneurial and Financial Training for Women in Connecticut

Joined June 2011
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WBDC@CTWBDC
May 28
Time is running out! Complete the WBDC Annual Impact Survey today. It only takes 10 mins & your feedback helps shape WBDC programs/services. Check email/log into your WBDC eCenter account under “My Uncompleted Surveys.” Complete the survey for a chance to win 1 of 25 prizes
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WBDC@CTWBDC
May 16
Child Care Providers: Don’t miss this opportunity! The application period for @CT_OEC -WBDC Program Operations Grants is closing soon. These grants are designed to support programs in maintaining existing early childhood slots. To learn more, visit: ctwbdc.org/oec-operations-gr…
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WBDC@CTWBDC
May 7
Save the date: WBDC’s 2026 Women Rising Annual Gala & Awards Celebration is happening Friday, October 23, at the Hyatt Regency Greenwich. Invitation and additional details to come.
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WBDC@CTWBDC
Apr 23
We’re proud to share our 2025 Annual Impact Report! Inside, you’ll find the stories, milestones, and impact behind our work supporting women entrepreneurs across Connecticut. To view the full report, go to ctwbdc.org/annual-reports/
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Stephen Harding, Jr.@SenHarding30
Apr 8
Honored to speak at @CTWBDC’s Women-Owned Business Day! Since 2020, WBDC has awarded 42 grants totaling $449,605 to 38 businesses in the 30th District. Women entrepreneurs are the backbone of CT’s economy, and I’m committed to fighting for policies that help them thrive.
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WBDC@CTWBDC
Apr 14
We’re thrilled to welcome 4 new members to the WBDC team: Dymonique Colon, Business Advisor – Childcare Jefrina Jahangir, Impact Specialist Carol Eagan, Business Advisor – Childcare Maureen Lynch, Marketing Manager Welcome to the team. We’re excited to have you on board!
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WBDC@CTWBDC
Apr 1
We are officially one week away from Women-Owned Business Day 2026! Thank you, @jahimes, for your continued support and for serving on the Women-Owned Business Day Host Committee. To see full video greetings from all members of our Host Committee, visit ctwbdc.org/events/wobd2026/
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WBDC@CTWBDC
Mar 27
RT @CBIANews: @keybank @HarrisMurtha @DeltaDentalNJCT The Power of Now: @CTWBDC’s Fran Pastore, @TheHartford’s Claire Burns, Connecticut Pa…
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WBDC@CTWBDC
Mar 27
Remarks from members of our '26 Women-Owned Business Day Host Committee. So many of our elected officials lending their names to the Host Committee is an undeniable display of support for the women entrepreneurs in CT! To see the full list: ctwbdc.org/events/wobd2026/
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WBDC@CTWBDC
Mar 27
@CTSotS, @sampsonforct, @MenapaceforCT, @TeamTurcoCT, @ConnDAS, @JeffreyGordonMD, @SenatorCohenCT, @SenHarding30, @TreasRusselll, @CTComptroller & @CTDCP
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WBDC@CTWBDC
Mar 23
Thanks to our Women-Owned Business Day sponsors, @Cigna & @LibertyBank_CT. We’re grateful for your support of this event that brings CT’s women entrepreneurs together with state leaders & celebrates the contributions of women-owned businesses. Visit: ctwbdc.org/events/wobd2026/
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WBDC@CTWBDC
Mar 20
A big thank you to the '26 Women-Owned Business Day Host Committee for championing WBDC & CT’s women entrepreneurs! Join us for Women-Owned Business Day at the Legislative Office Building in Hartford on 4/8. Visit: ctwbdc.org/events/wobd2026/
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WBDC@CTWBDC
Mar 20
@senatorduff, @moira_rader, @JasonPerillo, @ADS__CT, @CTDeptHousing, @CIDNEWS, @lucydathan & @eric_berthel
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WBDC@CTWBDC
Mar 12
Come chat, connect, and grow your network with the WBDC community! Join us at one of our upcoming in-person networking events. To register, visit ctwbdc.org/events/networking….
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WBDC@CTWBDC
Mar 9
One month until Women-Owned Business Day 2026! Join WBDC, our legislative hosts & CT-based entrepreneurs on 4/8 in Hartford to celebrate the real impact women-owned businesses have on CT’s economy, our communities & our families. To RSVP, ctwbdc.org/events/wobd2026/
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WBDC@CTWBDC
Mar 5
A look back at our February networking events. We loved connecting with you at @ToxBrewing & Stamford Meetup for Child Care Providers. Thank you to everyone who joined us & helped make these gatherings meaningful. Don’t miss what's next by visiting: ctwbdc.org/events/networking…
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WBDC@CTWBDC
Mar 4
Have you explored WBDC’s Women-Owned Business Directory? With 17 categories and 1,280 listings, it’s your go-to resource for discovering incredible CT-based women-owned small businesses. Whether you’re looking to shop, hire, or connect, you’ll find it here. Start browsing today!
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WBDC@CTWBDC
Feb 27
Is it all about the money? We don’t think so – and neither does Sarah Rose Kareem, Samad Garden Initiative. She says the Ignite Grant application helped her think more strategically about her business. Apply by 3/18: ctwbdc.org/ignite.
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SBA Connecticut@SBA_Connecticut
Feb 26
The @TownOfBethel_CT hosted the National and Regional Economic Outlook. Attendees included: @ctsbdc @CTWBDC @SCOREMentors @NewtownSavings @DanCarterCT @federalreserve @TownOfNewtownCT
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WBDC@CTWBDC
Feb 25
We’re proud to introduce our Women-Owned Business Day Co-Chairs, @SenPBMiller & @SenHSomers. Thank you both for your continued support & for joining us as we celebrate the impact women-owned businesses have on CT's economy, communities & families. Visit: ctwbdc.org/events/wobd2026/
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