Entrepreneurship is difficult for anyone but it is a whole lot more difficult for women who are carrying centuries of barriers, making running a business more difficult. Today we are joined by the president of the Women’s Business Enterprise Center (WBEC) East to discuss all things women-owned businesses and Women-Owned Impact Certification. You will hear all about what the certification entails, when it is necessary and when it isn’t, the barriers women face in the world of entrepreneurship, and how WBEC helps them overcome those barriers. You don’t want to miss this one so press play now!Key Points From This Episode:What makes a business eligible for Women-Owned Impact Certification and why Elizabeth thinks it’s important. The kinds of people certification is beneficial for and why someone would jump through hoops to get it. The common barriers and challenges Elizabeth sees for female entrepreneurs. How the WBEC organization was founded and what it focuses on. The differences between the WBEC national and regional organizations. Elizabeth’s proudest accomplishments at WBEC East and how to support women-owned businesses. Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode:Elizabeth Walsh on LinkedInElizabeth Walsh on XWBEC EastImpact-Driven Gift GuideModern Species Gage Mitchell on LinkedInGage Mitchell on TwitterBrands for a Better World WebsiteBrands for a Better World CommunityBrands for a Better World on YouTubeBrands for a Better World emailImpact Driven Community