Business Development

MentorWE

MentorWE is a dynamic, group mentoring initiative brought to you by the Great Lakes Women’s Business Council’s Women’s Business Center. This transformative 9‑month program unites a select cohort of women business leaders with accomplished corporate executives and peer mentors to confront business challenges head-on, refine strategic visions, and elevate leadership, networking, and communication skills.

 

 
 


Business Growth Program (Wayne County Businesses)

Next Level Business Growth Program

The Business Growth Program (BGP) is a 10-week program offered by the Great Lakes Women’s Business Council to assist Wayne County-based businesses in leveraging their certification through education and business growth strategies.

Through this program, the small business owner will receive hands-on consulting to address key business challenges and determine strategies for business growth. Individuals will go through an educational process to prepare for viable opportunities. Through engagement, individuals will strengthen their business presentation skills, and engage with corporate members.

Eligibility

BGP is designed for owners and founders of businesses who meet the following criteria:

          • Have been in operation for at least two years
          • Generate a minimum of $250,000 in annual revenues
          • 2 – 10 employees
          • Possess at least one certification: WBE, MBE, or DBE

More About Business Growth Program

The Michigan Women’s Marketplace (MWM) is the portal of the Great Lakes Women’s Business Council’s SBA Women’s Business Center, which provides one-to-one counseling, training, and access to business resources.