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Welcome to the California Capital Women’s Business Center. 

Welcome to the California Capital Women’s Business Center. 

Women mean business. 

At the California Capital Women’s Business Center (WBC) we provide low and no-cost business counseling, training, and classes to all types of entrepreneurs, with a particular focus on the unique needs of women in business. Stick with us and get access to one-on-one guidance, networking opportunities, pop-up marketplace events, and more. 

Women mean business. 

At the California Capital Women’s Business Center (WBC) we provide low and no-cost business counseling, training, and classes to all types of entrepreneurs, with a particular focus on the unique needs of women in business. Stick with us and get access to one-on-one guidance, networking opportunities, pop-up marketplace events, and more. 

Work one-on-one with a business counselor.

Need help turning an idea into an enterprise? Want to take a deeper look at your business financials? No matter where you are on your journey, you can work with an expert counselor for free in one-on-one sessions to reach your business goals.

Join classes, workshops, and networking events.

Our calendar is full of opportunities to learn about business topics online and in-person. Subject matter experts teach everything from social media marketing and bookkeeping to techniques for integrating mental health into your business strategy. Take a holistic approach to your education alongside your fellow entrepreneurs. Open to all and offered at low or no cost.

Dream up the perfect business plan.

WBC clients have access to DreamBuilder, a free online business plan writing program designed to help you define your business idea. After completing the self-paced course, you will have a comprehensive and actionable business plan. Modules are self-paced and offered in English and Spanish. The perfect place to start your entrepreneurial journey.

Begin your business journey today and you could be our next success story.

2024 by the numbers:

Businesses Started
0
Clients Served
0
Jobs Created
0
Percent of clients were women
0

Meet Regina Range, owner of The Burnt Skillet

Regina Range has survived domestic abuse, homelessness, and multiple life-changing diagnoses. Working with the WBC, she is building her catering business into a plant-based revolution.
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Meet Priya Kumar, owner of Pivot My Profit

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When Priya Kumar talks about financial literacy, she isn’t just talking about making money—she is talking about true liberation. Learn how she reached a wider audience by partnering with the WBC.
Read More

Work one-on-one with a business counselor.

Need help turning an idea into an enterprise? Want to take a deeper look at your business financials? No matter where you are on your journey, you can work with an expert counselor for free in one-on-one sessions to reach your business goals.

Join classes, workshops, and networking events.

Our calendar is full of opportunities to learn about business topics online and in-person. Subject matter experts teach everything from social media marketing and bookkeeping to techniques for integrating mental health into your business strategy. Take a holistic approach to your education alongside your fellow entrepreneurs. Open to all and offered at low or no cost.

Dream up the perfect business plan.

WBC clients have access to DreamBuilder, a free online business plan writing program designed to help you define your business idea. After completing the self-paced course, you will have a comprehensive and actionable business plan. Modules are self-paced and offered in English and Spanish. The perfect place to start your entrepreneurial journey.

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Begin your business journey today and you could be our next success story.

2024 by the numbers:

Businesses Started
0
Clients Served
0
Jobs Created
0
Percent of clients were women
0

Meet Regina Range, owner of The Burnt Skillet

Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet consectetur adipiscing elit dolor
Regina Range has survived domestic abuse, homelessness, and multiple life-changing diagnoses. Working with the WBC, she is building her catering business into a plant-based revolution.
Read More

Meet Priya Kumar, owner of Pivot My Profit

Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet consectetur adipiscing elit dolor
When Priya Kumar talks about financial literacy, she isn’t just talking about making money—she is talking about true liberation. Learn how she reached a wider audience by partnering with the WBC.
Read More

Meet the team and get in touch. 

The WBC team is available to connect and set you on the path to success. Meet the team and contact them today. 

Program Staff

Business Counselors

  • Charles Thomas 
  • Kevin Herndon

We can't wait to meet you.

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      The Women’s Business Center is funded in part by the U.S. Small Business Administration. Funded in part through a grant with the Governor’s Office of Business and Economic Development. Reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities and/or limited English proficiency will be made if requested at least two weeks in advance. To request accommodation or language assistance, please contact the Women’s Business Center to discuss your needs