Women Entrepreneurs of Central Illinois

We are proud to support innovative, business-savvy and passionate women entrepreneurs.

Women’s Business Showcase!

On Thursday, March 13, 2025, the Women Entrepreneurs of Central Illinois will be holding its 5th annual Women’s Business Showcase event, presented by Heartland Credit Union. WECI has over 15 sponsors and over 60 exhibitors supporting and representing the diverse enterprises of women business owners.  Our event aims to showcase our local women business owners …

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Lashonda Fitch: The Disadvantaged Business Program

The Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) program is a federally mandated program that helps small businesses, including minorities and women, participate in federally-funded transportation contracts. The DBE program aims to create a level playing field and equal opportunities in federal-aid contracts. DBE certification can expand opportunities to participate in federally-funded projects. make businesses more accessible to …

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Mastering Business Management and Work-Family Balance with Val Yazell

Val Yazell, owner of Making Waves Consulting and the interim Director of Economic Development, City of Springfield will speak to our members and guests on how better organization starts with control over time management and work-family balance. We will meet at the Illinois Educators Credit Union, lower level. Lunch is included with registration. Our own …

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September Power Dinner – Win the Business Game by Taking Care of Your Physical and Mental Health

Please plan on attending this “power dinner” event: Winning the Business Game by building resilience and taking care of your physical and mental health. This catered dinner event will feature 2 excellent speakers, and will be hosted at corporate partner location, Denney Jewelers. It will be a unique event and we hope you will join …

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