North Dakota Women's Business Center

Next Friday, you're invited to join our coaching call! Thinking about attending the Women's Business Summit or taking a well-deserved summer vacation, but worried about stepping away from your business? NDWBC has you covered. Join the first half hour of our next Open Office Hours to learn how to: ? Shore up operations so your business runs smoothly in your absence ? Build a reliable support team ? Implement a plan for pause, without the stress Our Business Coach, Mark will walk you through our Summit - Getaway Guide, share practical strategies, and answer your questions. Don’t miss this chance to plan on stepping away with confidence. Join at ?? https://lnkd.in/gcqUsnVa

Happy #FundingFriday! This week's funding opportunity is brought to you by Rugby Job Development Authority. The Rugby JDA Child Care Grant provides up to $1,000 annually to licensed childcare providers in Rugby, ND, to support facility improvements, safety upgrades, and essential equipment purchases. This grant helps enhance childcare services and sustain a high-quality environment for children in the community. Learn More: ?? ndwbc.com/funding

?? ???????????????? ???? ???????? ???????? ????????????! ?? Grab your ticket NOW for the Women’s Business Summit in Medora! We’re putting the finishing touches on an unforgettable experience for YOU. This is your opportunity to Increase Your Business Capacity through: ? Deep Connections with like-minded business owners ? Honest Conversations that fuel real growth ? Hands-On Training to level up your business Don’t forget about our Summit bonuses! With your ticket, you'll get: ? ???????????? ??????????-?????????????? ???? ???????????? ?????? ($250 Value) Connections, engagement, and access before and after event ? $???? ?????? ???????????????????????? ?????????????????? with Tosha Rochelle Photography (onsite in Medora) ? ???????????????? ???????? - Talk to our coach on how you can shore up your business and plan for a pause ? ?????????????? ?????????? ?????????????????? – An Overview for Taking a Break From Your Business ? ??????????-???????? ???????????? ???????????????? – Perfect prep to getting what you want out of Summit based on your business needs and as you drive to and from Medora ? ??????????'?? ???????? ???????? ?????????????? ???????????????? – Get your snacks and get pumped up with a curated playlist including some of NDWBC's favorites ? ?????????? ?????????????????? ?????????????????? at Medora’s charming shops and so much more! ?? April 29 – May 1, 2025 | Medora, ND Register NOW: ?? ndwbc.com/summit

At Rooted Counseling, Victoria Anderson is driven by a deeply personal mission, to provide the kind of care that founder Victoria Anderson would choose for her own family and friends. With deep understanding and empathy for her clients, Victoria launched Rooted Counseling. Having no formal business background, just a goal and the determination to make it happen. "Within six weeks, we had a waitlist, showing just how great the need was in our community." Read more about Rooted Counseling and how Victoria plans to expand her services on our blog at: https://lnkd.in/gcup3ESh

Happy Birthday, Mark! ?? Mark joined our team as a business coach just over a year ago, and we couldn’t be more grateful. His wealth of experience and thoughtful approach challenge us to move with more intention every day—keeping us aligned and focused. Thanks for sharing all your insights and taking care of our clients, Mark. Wishing you the best day! ??

??? We’re down to 20 seats left for Summit, will YOU be on the list? ??? For all you last minuters, ticket sales close this Friday so it’s time to lock in your spot so we can curate an over-the-top experience just for you! To Increase Your Business Capacity in Just 3 Days, here’s what Summit is providing: ??Deep Connections with Like-Minded Owners ??Honest Conversations that Spark Growth ??Hands-On Training to Level Up Your Business Don’t miss out, register by FRIDAY to make it official! ?? April 29 – May 1, 2025 | Medora, ND ?? Save your seat now: www.ndwbc.com/summit

Sharpen your saw and connect with fellow business owners at these trainings this week: ?? March 25 | 12-1 PM Understanding Positive Emotion and Human Thriving - Discover the science behind human flourishing, the difference between classical and positive psychology, and actionable strategies to enhance your own success. ?? March 27 | 2-3 PM AI for Business Applications - Explore the latest AI tools that social media marketers use to promote their businesses more effectively.

Happy #FundingFriday! This week's funding opportunity is brought to you by Dakota Business Lending. For those who are unable to access a traditional bank loan, Dakota Business Lending’s CIL Program can help provide affordable, fixed rate financing for loans from $1,000 – $250,000. These loans are available for businesses in all stages and may help fill the gap where other financing programs cannot. Learn More: ?? ndwbc.com/funding

The connections you make at Summit are golden. ? Whether it's the inspiration you feel watching someone crush their goals or the valuable lessons learned from their journey, these relationships are a huge part of what makes Summit so impactful. One of the connections you can expect to make a Summit, is Ashley Ritteman, CEO and co-founder of Valor Victoria. Check out a snip of her story: "My passion for rail networks began in graduate school while studying inland flows of international containers. I saw an opportunity to reduce costs for importers while increasing capacity for exporters—an idea that grew into Valor Victoria, a company dedicated to reshaping intermodal logistics. As CEO and co-founder, I’m honored to lead an incredible team focused on optimizing supply chain efficiency and solving industry-wide challenges. I spend my time doing what I love most: ? Developing new business opportunities that drive sustainable growth ? Understanding customer and vendor needs to create innovative solutions ? Empowering our team to make a lasting impact in logistics and rail Beyond Business: My heart is with my family. My husband, Thomas, and I are raising two wonderful children while also pursuing his dream of operating a first-generation grain farm—a true embodiment of the American dream." You can connect with Ashely and so many other inspiring business owners at Summit on April 29 – May 1, 2025, in Medora! ??? Snag your ticket before they are all sold out! Register at ??? ndwbc.com/summit

Today we are celebrating National #SBDCDay! ?? We’re proud to work alongside the ND Small Business Development Centers to serve small businesses throughout our state. ??