NDWBC

Women & Technology, dba NDWBC (north dakota Women's business center), is a 501(c)(3) founded in early 2000 in bismarck, north dakota. When the organization was founded, our goal was to develop simplified computer materials for use in rural small businesses and to teach business owners to utilize Technology as a business tool. Over the last two decades of demonstrated track record of supporting marginalized entrepreneurs, NDWBC has grown to facilitate a variety of programs, trainings, and events across north dakota. While our name has evolved, our best-in-class programming remains steadfast, in person and virtual events, and services provide our clients with the tools and opportunities to move forward and be successful. Our niche is creating an inclusive environment for economic empowerment. Our clients share the challenges they encounter including lack of capital/cash flow, financial management, marketing expertise, time management, and recruiting/retention of employees that impact their growth and decision-making. Managerial and entrepreneurial skills are unrelated to gender, but the opportunities for Women to develop and grow these skills have been limited by barriers. Women who seek entrepreneurial success continue to face barriers that we identified during our teams strategic planning.