In this special Small Business Saturday episode of "Empowering Voices," we delve into the heart of women's entrepreneurship. Join us as we bring to you an exclusive series of interviews with members of the National Women's Business Council (NWBC), an influential advisory committee dedicated to shaping policies and strategies for women business owners in America. 

Perfect for entrepreneurs, policymakers, and anyone interested in the pulse of women's entrepreneurship, "Empowering Voices" promises to inspire, inform, and ignite a passion for supporting and participating in the vibrant landscape of small businesses. 

This episode is a vibrant mosaic of stories, insights, and experiences from these remarkable women who are at the forefront of advocating for and empowering female entrepreneurs. 

We explore the crucial role of the NWBC in advising on policy matters to the President, Congress, and the Small Business Administration, focusing particularly on their work to enhance access to capital, support women in STEM, and build inclusive entrepreneurial ecosystems.

This episode is not just a celebration of small businesses; it's a tribute to the resilience, creativity, and leadership of women in the business world.

NWBC Council Members you'll hear from in this episode:

• Roberta McCullough, Board Chair of the Association of Women’s Business Centers (AWBC) and Senior Vice President of Operations for Institute Capital 
• Brandy R. Butler, President and CEO of ADC Management Solutions 
• Kathy Cochran, Founding Partner of Elevate2 Consulting 
• Samantha Abrams, Founder and CEO of Color Lens Consulting and CEO of Walker's Legacy Foundation

And always many thanks to NWBC Executive Director Tene Dolphin and her Team for creating and facilitating this awesome opportunity!

Tune in and be a part of the change this Small Business Saturday! 

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More information on the National Women's Business Council (NWBC) 

The National Women’s Business Council is a non-presidential federal advisory committee serving as an independent source of advice and policy recommendations to the President, the U.S. Congress (to the Committees on Small Business of the Senate and House of Representatives), and to the Administrator of the U.S. Small Business Administration (through the Assistant Administrator of the Office of Women’s Business Ownership) on issues of importance to women business owners and entrepreneurs.  More information on the extensive work of the Council can be located by visiting - https://www.nwbc.gov/