The document summarizes a meeting held by the Enterprise and Diversity Alliance (EDA) and the Royal Bank of Scotland (RBS) to discuss challenges facing female entrepreneurs in growing their businesses. The event brought together female business owners, finance specialists, and support organizations. Key challenges identified included lack of confidence, gaps in financial knowledge, and limited access to business support and mentoring. Participants discussed ways to improve access to funding, business education and mentorship programs. The EDA and RBS pledged continued collaboration on research and initiatives to promote female entrepreneurship.
Women-in-Investment-Management-Initiative-brochure-September-2015Barbara Stewart
The document summarizes the Women in Investment Management Initiative created by CFA Institute to address the gender gap in the investment management profession. The initiative aims to encourage more women to join the profession and pursue finance education. It also builds the business case that gender diversity leads to better investment outcomes. CFA societies globally are leading local efforts like conferences, networking events, and panels to promote the initiative's goals of diversity and inclusion.
This document summarizes a tool kit for credit union leaders on supporting women entrepreneurs. It discusses:
1) Research and a pilot project conducted from 2011-2013 on challenges women entrepreneurs face in growing their businesses.
2) Nine key lessons learned around how women are less likely than men to expand their businesses due to various barriers.
3) The benefits of using a "gender lens" and "impact investing" to help women access capital, work in equitable workplaces, and obtain suitable financial products and services to grow their businesses.
This document summarizes perspectives from business development organizations and women entrepreneurs on business development services (BDS) in South Africa. It finds that while BDS providers see women as an important target group, few have gender-specific aims or strategies. BDS programs also tend to assume gender neutrality and use quotas rather than addressing gender-based constraints. Women entrepreneurs expressed dissatisfaction with available BDS, having limited awareness, use, or benefits. They cited a lack of skills development opportunities and integrated support. The document calls for more gender-focused, appropriate, and accessible BDS, especially in rural areas, to better meet the needs of women-owned businesses.
There are many government grants available for women business entrepreneurs. The document outlines several sources for these grants, including Grants.gov which provides access to over 900 federal grant programs, local Women Business Centers that offer counseling and information on local grants, and the Minority Business Development Agency within the Department of Commerce. Other potential sources mentioned are the Women's Funding Network, American Association of University Women, The Ada Project for women, and Financial Women International. Women entrepreneurs should research these various options and have a strong business plan to apply for available grants and financing to start their business.
Issuesproblems in succession of africa and asian owned business 1John Johari
This document discusses the need for succession planning among minority-owned businesses. It notes that many mature minority businesses that were established during the civil rights era are now facing challenges, as their aging owners approach retirement without clear plans to pass their businesses to the next generation of minority entrepreneurs. The document aims to raise awareness of this issue and motivate stakeholders to provide resources to help retain these businesses within the minority community through succession planning.
Manufacturer & Business Association monthly magazine that features Sarah A Reed Children's Center on the front cover this month as we broke ground for our new Residence Hall here on the Sarah A Reed Children's Center
The document summarizes how World Financial Group (WFG) provides equal opportunities and support for women and all associates to build successful careers in financial services. WFG aims to remove barriers like favoritism and glass ceilings through its business model, mentoring programs, and flexible work opportunities. It argues that WFG is tailored for women by allowing them to determine their own success, start businesses affordably, and balance work with family life.
Women-in-Investment-Management-Initiative-brochure-September-2015Barbara Stewart
The document summarizes the Women in Investment Management Initiative created by CFA Institute to address the gender gap in the investment management profession. The initiative aims to encourage more women to join the profession and pursue finance education. It also builds the business case that gender diversity leads to better investment outcomes. CFA societies globally are leading local efforts like conferences, networking events, and panels to promote the initiative's goals of diversity and inclusion.
This document summarizes a tool kit for credit union leaders on supporting women entrepreneurs. It discusses:
1) Research and a pilot project conducted from 2011-2013 on challenges women entrepreneurs face in growing their businesses.
2) Nine key lessons learned around how women are less likely than men to expand their businesses due to various barriers.
3) The benefits of using a "gender lens" and "impact investing" to help women access capital, work in equitable workplaces, and obtain suitable financial products and services to grow their businesses.
This document summarizes perspectives from business development organizations and women entrepreneurs on business development services (BDS) in South Africa. It finds that while BDS providers see women as an important target group, few have gender-specific aims or strategies. BDS programs also tend to assume gender neutrality and use quotas rather than addressing gender-based constraints. Women entrepreneurs expressed dissatisfaction with available BDS, having limited awareness, use, or benefits. They cited a lack of skills development opportunities and integrated support. The document calls for more gender-focused, appropriate, and accessible BDS, especially in rural areas, to better meet the needs of women-owned businesses.
There are many government grants available for women business entrepreneurs. The document outlines several sources for these grants, including Grants.gov which provides access to over 900 federal grant programs, local Women Business Centers that offer counseling and information on local grants, and the Minority Business Development Agency within the Department of Commerce. Other potential sources mentioned are the Women's Funding Network, American Association of University Women, The Ada Project for women, and Financial Women International. Women entrepreneurs should research these various options and have a strong business plan to apply for available grants and financing to start their business.
Issuesproblems in succession of africa and asian owned business 1John Johari
This document discusses the need for succession planning among minority-owned businesses. It notes that many mature minority businesses that were established during the civil rights era are now facing challenges, as their aging owners approach retirement without clear plans to pass their businesses to the next generation of minority entrepreneurs. The document aims to raise awareness of this issue and motivate stakeholders to provide resources to help retain these businesses within the minority community through succession planning.
Manufacturer & Business Association monthly magazine that features Sarah A Reed Children's Center on the front cover this month as we broke ground for our new Residence Hall here on the Sarah A Reed Children's Center
The document summarizes how World Financial Group (WFG) provides equal opportunities and support for women and all associates to build successful careers in financial services. WFG aims to remove barriers like favoritism and glass ceilings through its business model, mentoring programs, and flexible work opportunities. It argues that WFG is tailored for women by allowing them to determine their own success, start businesses affordably, and balance work with family life.
Why are events getting harder to fill irToby Marshall
Recent research suggests that many Australian organisations are struggling to fill their events and conferences, raising questions about the continuing relevance of ‘face to face’ events.
This document discusses women entrepreneurs in India. It notes that while women make up 40% of the population, they have traditionally played secondary roles in society. However, increased education and awareness have led more women to become entrepreneurs. The document outlines some common characteristics of successful entrepreneurs and then discusses some key challenges faced by women entrepreneurs in India, such as access to financing, working capital, technology, and lack of confidence and management skills. It also reviews some government and non-government programs that aim to promote and support women entrepreneurs. Overall, the document argues that increasing women's entrepreneurship can help boost their economic independence and empowerment.
This document discusses women entrepreneurs in India, including some of the major constraints they face such as lack of confidence and socio-cultural barriers. It provides examples of business opportunities for women including eco-friendly technology, IT, and tourism. It also lists prominent women entrepreneurs in India like Indra Nooyi and Kiran Mazumdar Shaw. The document seeks input from women entrepreneurs like Ameera Shah on their experiences and future plans. It concludes that women entrepreneurs play an important role in economic development.
Over the course of 2017-2019, the Ye! Community undertook a series of activities in partnership with Mastercard
Foundation. This impact report details the project activities and its outcomes.
The Minority Business Accelerator (MBA) is an economic development initiative of the Cincinnati USA Regional Chamber designed to accelerate the development and growth of sizeable minority businesses. The MBA uses a two-pronged strategy of improving minority business readiness and engaging corporate community support through annual spending commitments with local minority firms. The MBA works intensely with portfolio companies to develop growth strategies and provide strategic resources, support, and opportunities to help them achieve accelerated growth.
Workshop given at the Willamette Valley Development Officers Annual Conference May 17, 2012.
Helping nonprofits to think strategically using a venture philanthropy mindset
Women entrepreneur may be defined as a woman or group of women who initiate, organize, and run a business enterprise. In terms of Schumpeter concept of innovative entrepreneurs, women who innovate, imitate or adopt a business activity are called “Women Entrepreneurs”.
Increasing the Flow of Capital to Women Business Owners in PhoenixKristin Slice
Data, facts and discussion from the Empowered PhXX roundtable discussion on funding and increasing the flow of capital to female entrepreneurs in Phoenix.
Time to climb-- results of national study of disadvantaged entrepreneurs ...Richard Swart, PhD
The document summarizes key findings from a national study on crowdfunding opportunities and obstacles for disadvantaged entrepreneurs, including women and minorities. Some of the main findings are that women are more engaged in crowdfunding and more successful than minorities; minorities lack knowledge about crowdfunding and connections to facilitate campaigns; and accelerating business model development may be more important than initial capital access. The study utilized interviews with various groups to gather perspectives and insights into these issues.
Analyzing Female Entrepreneurship in A Global Context- The Challenges And The...iosrjce
IOSR Journal of Humanities and Social Science is a double blind peer reviewed International Journal edited by International Organization of Scientific Research (IOSR).The Journal provides a common forum where all aspects of humanities and social sciences are presented. IOSR-JHSS publishes original papers, review papers, conceptual framework, analytical and simulation models, case studies, empirical research, technical notes etc.
This orientation session, and the Impact Foundations workshop is preliminary to the upcoming Impact Academy education programs and Hacking Social Impact Unconference hosted by TenX & Northwest Social Venture Fund.
Come to meet peer founders and impact practitioners, and learn how YOU can get more involved in social change opportunities with Northwest Social Venture Fund or by launching / scaling social ventures in your community.
If you're interested in participating as a volunteer, partner, or funder in “Hacking Social Impact” as we work to advance social impact in our communities, please complete our interests registration at http://bit.ly/1cqq3TZ, or contact carolynn@nwsvf.org to discuss
Maiden Magnates : An Analysis of India's Free -Spirited Women Entrepreneurs Biz2Credit Info Services
This Ebook carries some critical insight about businesswomen in India. Biz2credit has put down statistical analysis of state of business women in rural and urban areas, challenges and opportunities for women entrepreneurs in India, impetus available for female entrepreneurs and citations of some exemplary business-women.
The document summarizes a discussion between organizational leaders about building capacity in the not-for-profit sector. Key points discussed included exploring more partnerships with other non-profits, focusing on revenue growth over just cost cutting, and standardizing metrics for measuring performance. Suggestions for action included clarifying board member roles and responsibilities, strengthening relationships with government and private funders, and promoting a better understanding of the not-for-profit sector.
This document discusses strategies for leveraging the strengths of Millennial employees in nonprofit organizations. It begins by providing context on Millennials and their traits, such as being tech-savvy, valuing causes over institutions, and prioritizing personal connections. It then lists five tips for managing Millennials: 1) Connect them to the organization's cause from day one; 2) Allow them opportunities for personal ownership; 3) Encourage them to provide feedback; 4) Utilize their vast social networks; 5) Motivate them with flexibility and innovation. The overall message is that Millennials can drive innovation if organizations adapt to their preferences and empower them to contribute using their unique skills and priorities.
The document discusses benchmarks for evaluating highly effective charities. It outlines key areas to evaluate such as governance and leadership, administrative operations, financial management, community engagement, and program implementation. Specific questions are provided under each area to help assess the charity's effectiveness, including composition of the board, financial policies, community relationships, and ability to measure social impact. The document also provides resources for learning more about strategic philanthropy and how to integrate it with wealth management.
Howard Weiss of U.S. Trust discusses the importance of engaging and training the next generation of a family in the family's wealth to ensure it lasts for generations. He emphasizes that family members should see themselves as stewards of the wealth, not just inheritors, and should be involved in financial and business affairs early on. Weiss also notes that successful succession planning requires starting early by putting successors in place while the current generation is alive and mentoring family members into various roles within the family's investments, businesses or foundation.
The document discusses a microfinance project called MENA MicroFinance Ltd that aims to provide financial assistance and business training to women in need across the Middle East and North Africa region. The project identifies women with existing skills, provides funding and mentoring to help them start small businesses based on those skills, and coaches them to effectively manage and grow their businesses. It has so far identified and begun assisting ten women in the UAE. The founder is working to establish the project as a nonprofit and acquire more funding to help more women. She invites attendees to support the project through raising awareness, financial contributions, volunteer work, and providing business services to help the women's businesses grow.
This document is the March 2014 issue of the newsletter "ForwardInsight for Today's Financial Professional" published by Signator Investors. It includes the following key points:
- It congratulates the 2013 award winners and discusses top performers.
- It covers topics like how female advisors and clients are changing the industry, tips for acquiring female clients, and protecting client data.
- The letter from the president discusses the need for the company to continue adapting to changes in regulations, technologies, and client needs.
The document discusses promoting opportunities for women in finance. It begins by outlining government initiatives to promote women, including a women's business council and new policies around parental leave and childcare costs. It notes that more needs to be done to get more women into senior roles and boardrooms. Brenda Trenowden, President of the City Women Network, encourages young women to consider careers in finance and banking, noting the industry has become more diverse and there are more senior female role models, though more progress is still needed in achieving gender balance at senior levels.
Hurdles faced by women entrepreneurs and its solutionseTailing India
The document discusses the hurdles faced by women entrepreneurs in India and potential solutions. It identifies six main challenges: lack of access to financing, scarcity of raw materials, stiff competition, marketing problems, low risk-bearing ability, and patriarchal societal norms. Potential solutions proposed include increasing skills training, simplifying business regulations, expanding mentoring networks and support systems, and raising awareness of government programs to support women-owned businesses. Successful women entrepreneurs in India are provided as examples to inspire others.
Why are events getting harder to fill irToby Marshall
Recent research suggests that many Australian organisations are struggling to fill their events and conferences, raising questions about the continuing relevance of ‘face to face’ events.
This document discusses women entrepreneurs in India. It notes that while women make up 40% of the population, they have traditionally played secondary roles in society. However, increased education and awareness have led more women to become entrepreneurs. The document outlines some common characteristics of successful entrepreneurs and then discusses some key challenges faced by women entrepreneurs in India, such as access to financing, working capital, technology, and lack of confidence and management skills. It also reviews some government and non-government programs that aim to promote and support women entrepreneurs. Overall, the document argues that increasing women's entrepreneurship can help boost their economic independence and empowerment.
This document discusses women entrepreneurs in India, including some of the major constraints they face such as lack of confidence and socio-cultural barriers. It provides examples of business opportunities for women including eco-friendly technology, IT, and tourism. It also lists prominent women entrepreneurs in India like Indra Nooyi and Kiran Mazumdar Shaw. The document seeks input from women entrepreneurs like Ameera Shah on their experiences and future plans. It concludes that women entrepreneurs play an important role in economic development.
Over the course of 2017-2019, the Ye! Community undertook a series of activities in partnership with Mastercard
Foundation. This impact report details the project activities and its outcomes.
The Minority Business Accelerator (MBA) is an economic development initiative of the Cincinnati USA Regional Chamber designed to accelerate the development and growth of sizeable minority businesses. The MBA uses a two-pronged strategy of improving minority business readiness and engaging corporate community support through annual spending commitments with local minority firms. The MBA works intensely with portfolio companies to develop growth strategies and provide strategic resources, support, and opportunities to help them achieve accelerated growth.
Workshop given at the Willamette Valley Development Officers Annual Conference May 17, 2012.
Helping nonprofits to think strategically using a venture philanthropy mindset
Women entrepreneur may be defined as a woman or group of women who initiate, organize, and run a business enterprise. In terms of Schumpeter concept of innovative entrepreneurs, women who innovate, imitate or adopt a business activity are called “Women Entrepreneurs”.
Increasing the Flow of Capital to Women Business Owners in PhoenixKristin Slice
Data, facts and discussion from the Empowered PhXX roundtable discussion on funding and increasing the flow of capital to female entrepreneurs in Phoenix.
Time to climb-- results of national study of disadvantaged entrepreneurs ...Richard Swart, PhD
The document summarizes key findings from a national study on crowdfunding opportunities and obstacles for disadvantaged entrepreneurs, including women and minorities. Some of the main findings are that women are more engaged in crowdfunding and more successful than minorities; minorities lack knowledge about crowdfunding and connections to facilitate campaigns; and accelerating business model development may be more important than initial capital access. The study utilized interviews with various groups to gather perspectives and insights into these issues.
Analyzing Female Entrepreneurship in A Global Context- The Challenges And The...iosrjce
IOSR Journal of Humanities and Social Science is a double blind peer reviewed International Journal edited by International Organization of Scientific Research (IOSR).The Journal provides a common forum where all aspects of humanities and social sciences are presented. IOSR-JHSS publishes original papers, review papers, conceptual framework, analytical and simulation models, case studies, empirical research, technical notes etc.
This orientation session, and the Impact Foundations workshop is preliminary to the upcoming Impact Academy education programs and Hacking Social Impact Unconference hosted by TenX & Northwest Social Venture Fund.
Come to meet peer founders and impact practitioners, and learn how YOU can get more involved in social change opportunities with Northwest Social Venture Fund or by launching / scaling social ventures in your community.
If you're interested in participating as a volunteer, partner, or funder in “Hacking Social Impact” as we work to advance social impact in our communities, please complete our interests registration at http://bit.ly/1cqq3TZ, or contact carolynn@nwsvf.org to discuss
Maiden Magnates : An Analysis of India's Free -Spirited Women Entrepreneurs Biz2Credit Info Services
This Ebook carries some critical insight about businesswomen in India. Biz2credit has put down statistical analysis of state of business women in rural and urban areas, challenges and opportunities for women entrepreneurs in India, impetus available for female entrepreneurs and citations of some exemplary business-women.
The document summarizes a discussion between organizational leaders about building capacity in the not-for-profit sector. Key points discussed included exploring more partnerships with other non-profits, focusing on revenue growth over just cost cutting, and standardizing metrics for measuring performance. Suggestions for action included clarifying board member roles and responsibilities, strengthening relationships with government and private funders, and promoting a better understanding of the not-for-profit sector.
This document discusses strategies for leveraging the strengths of Millennial employees in nonprofit organizations. It begins by providing context on Millennials and their traits, such as being tech-savvy, valuing causes over institutions, and prioritizing personal connections. It then lists five tips for managing Millennials: 1) Connect them to the organization's cause from day one; 2) Allow them opportunities for personal ownership; 3) Encourage them to provide feedback; 4) Utilize their vast social networks; 5) Motivate them with flexibility and innovation. The overall message is that Millennials can drive innovation if organizations adapt to their preferences and empower them to contribute using their unique skills and priorities.
The document discusses benchmarks for evaluating highly effective charities. It outlines key areas to evaluate such as governance and leadership, administrative operations, financial management, community engagement, and program implementation. Specific questions are provided under each area to help assess the charity's effectiveness, including composition of the board, financial policies, community relationships, and ability to measure social impact. The document also provides resources for learning more about strategic philanthropy and how to integrate it with wealth management.
Howard Weiss of U.S. Trust discusses the importance of engaging and training the next generation of a family in the family's wealth to ensure it lasts for generations. He emphasizes that family members should see themselves as stewards of the wealth, not just inheritors, and should be involved in financial and business affairs early on. Weiss also notes that successful succession planning requires starting early by putting successors in place while the current generation is alive and mentoring family members into various roles within the family's investments, businesses or foundation.
The document discusses a microfinance project called MENA MicroFinance Ltd that aims to provide financial assistance and business training to women in need across the Middle East and North Africa region. The project identifies women with existing skills, provides funding and mentoring to help them start small businesses based on those skills, and coaches them to effectively manage and grow their businesses. It has so far identified and begun assisting ten women in the UAE. The founder is working to establish the project as a nonprofit and acquire more funding to help more women. She invites attendees to support the project through raising awareness, financial contributions, volunteer work, and providing business services to help the women's businesses grow.
This document is the March 2014 issue of the newsletter "ForwardInsight for Today's Financial Professional" published by Signator Investors. It includes the following key points:
- It congratulates the 2013 award winners and discusses top performers.
- It covers topics like how female advisors and clients are changing the industry, tips for acquiring female clients, and protecting client data.
- The letter from the president discusses the need for the company to continue adapting to changes in regulations, technologies, and client needs.
The document discusses promoting opportunities for women in finance. It begins by outlining government initiatives to promote women, including a women's business council and new policies around parental leave and childcare costs. It notes that more needs to be done to get more women into senior roles and boardrooms. Brenda Trenowden, President of the City Women Network, encourages young women to consider careers in finance and banking, noting the industry has become more diverse and there are more senior female role models, though more progress is still needed in achieving gender balance at senior levels.
Hurdles faced by women entrepreneurs and its solutionseTailing India
The document discusses the hurdles faced by women entrepreneurs in India and potential solutions. It identifies six main challenges: lack of access to financing, scarcity of raw materials, stiff competition, marketing problems, low risk-bearing ability, and patriarchal societal norms. Potential solutions proposed include increasing skills training, simplifying business regulations, expanding mentoring networks and support systems, and raising awareness of government programs to support women-owned businesses. Successful women entrepreneurs in India are provided as examples to inspire others.
The document summarizes the World Bank's womenx program, which aims to support women entrepreneurs in developing countries. It does this by providing business education, networking opportunities, mentorship, and help accessing financial services. The goal is to expand business opportunities for women, increase productivity and revenue of women-led businesses, and create more jobs. The program will be funded by a $100 million multi-donor trust fund and aims to reach 100,000 women entrepreneurs.
The document summarizes the World Bank's womenx program, which aims to support women entrepreneurs in developing countries. It does this by providing business education, networking opportunities, mentorship, and help accessing financial services. The goal is to expand business opportunities for women, increase productivity and revenue of women-led businesses, and create more jobs. The program will be funded by a $100 million multi-donor trust fund and aims to reach 100,000 women entrepreneurs.
Thinking big ernst_and_young_entrepreneurial_winning_women_think_big_impact_s...Yvonne Maier
The document discusses the Ernst & Young Entrepreneurial Winning Women program, which aims to help women-owned businesses scale up and accelerate their growth. It summarizes that businesses owned by women grow 49% in revenue and 26% in jobs on average since joining the program. The program addresses the "missing middle" for women entrepreneurs between starting a business and going public, and helps participants think big, build their profile, work on rather than in their business, establish advisory networks, and evaluate financing options.
This document summarizes a study on women entrepreneurs in Yemen who use microfinance. It finds that women clients predominantly engage in small home-based businesses due to social restrictions. They take loans mainly to support their families and improve living standards. While clients are generally satisfied with microfinance programs and staff, loans are too small and products too limited. The report recommends that microfinance institutions increase loan sizes, diversify products, strengthen training programs, and play a greater role in empowering women through networking and information sharing.
This document summarizes discussions from a pre-summit workshop on developing an action plan for gender lens investing and incubation of enterprises that empower women and girls. It provides context on defining high-impact enterprises and the business case for considering gender. Workshop participants then split into subgroups to discuss challenges and solutions related to different case studies. One case study examined challenges faced by a women entrepreneur and producers, including time constraints, lack of support services, and social perceptions. The other considered operational challenges of employing women as producers and distributors, such as gender roles and sexual harassment. Solutions proposed strategies like support services, sensitization workshops, collective support groups, and addressing male ego issues.
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This document discusses women entrepreneurship in rural India. It begins by defining women entrepreneurs and providing examples of successful women entrepreneurs. It then discusses the growth of women entrepreneurship and social entrepreneurship. It outlines both pull and push factors that motivate women to become entrepreneurs. It also discusses the concept of women entrepreneurship and functions of women entrepreneurs. Finally, it outlines various problems faced by women entrepreneurs in India, such as lack of education, access to financing, social and family barriers, and lack of infrastructure and business skills. It concludes by discussing various government policies and schemes aimed at promoting and supporting women entrepreneurship in India.
This document provides information about supporting women entrepreneurs and growing their businesses. It discusses how women start businesses at higher rates than men in Canada but men are more likely to grow them. The barriers women face in expanding their businesses are also examined. Examples are given of programs around the world that aim to help women in the "missing middle" - those with established small businesses looking to grow further. These programs provide coaching, networking, and advice. The document argues that supporting women entrepreneurs benefits credit unions, businesses, and the overall economy.
Learn how some of the world's most inspiring women are using their growing economic power to create success in meaning in their lives while building a better world
For women, the lack of strong female role models and women in leadership positions makes it much harder for them to get the guidance, coaching and mentorship they need. This report features a number of mentorship programmes for women entrepreneurs in India.
This document discusses women in leadership and what established businesses can learn from women-owned businesses. It finds that women are increasingly leaving corporate jobs to start their own businesses. Women-owned businesses are succeeding and account for significant economic output. However, established businesses are still failing to get more women into senior leadership roles, despite evidence that mixed gender leadership benefits business performance. Through interviews with over 35 senior women, the document identifies some key lessons for established businesses. These include the need to change organizational culture and structures to be more flexible, collaborative and accommodating of women's leadership styles and lives outside of work in order to retain female talent.
The 10 Most Innovative Women Changing the Face of Business 2022TheIncMagazine
Discover the trailblazing visionaries in "The 10 Most Innovative Women Changing the Face of Business 2022." Explore the groundbreaking achievements, bold ideas, and transformative leadership of these remarkable women.
This document provides an introduction and literature review on women entrepreneurship and the role of NGOs in promoting it. It discusses how NGOs like COWE provide various supports to women entrepreneurs, including financial assistance, training, and emotional support. The document outlines the research problem, significance, objectives, methodology, and scope of the study, which is to analyze COWE's role in encouraging women entrepreneurship in Hyderabad and addressing the unique challenges women face in starting businesses. Key motivations for women becoming entrepreneurs mentioned include earning money, power and self-achievement, continuing a family occupation, social status, and independence.
Challenged faced by woman in entrepre....(send)Praveen Rathod
Women entrepreneurs face several major challenges. They must contend with a patriarchal society that does not traditionally view entrepreneurship as a female role. They also struggle with a lack of entrepreneurial aptitude and training, as well as significant marketing and financial problems due to operating in male-dominated fields. Additionally, women entrepreneurs often face conflicts balancing their business responsibilities with family demands on their time and attention.
This paper seeks to explore the barriers that women entrepreneurs face in developing countries, with a focus on how cultural practices and limited access to finance impact female entrepreneurship. The paper reviews 13 articles on the topic. Evidence from the literature shows that cultural practices in developing countries significantly hinder women from pursuing entrepreneurship by limiting their roles. Women also have lower financial literacy and face barriers to accessing financial resources. Key challenges for women entrepreneurs include lack of training in business skills and access to mentoring. To address these issues, the paper recommends developing legal protections for female-owned businesses, providing training programs, and creating dedicated credit facilities for women entrepreneurs.
This document discusses women entrepreneurship in India. It notes that women make up about 50% of the population but only 10% of entrepreneurs. Women can be entrepreneurs due to economic factors pushing them to be independent. The government and organizations provide various schemes to encourage and assist women entrepreneurs through access to capital, markets, and training. However, women entrepreneurs still face challenges such as lack of access to finance, mobility issues, and societal biases. With technological changes and continued support, the future opportunities for women entrepreneurs are expected to grow significantly.
Manha wants to start her own boutique but needs financing due to her father's medical expenses. Although she has been saving money, it is not enough. The document discusses strategies for Progoti, a financing organization for women, to help women entrepreneurs like Manha. Progoti will offer convenient online banking, financial literacy courses, loans to start businesses or cover expenses, and assistance obtaining licenses and permits. It will promote its services through social media campaigns and competitions to empower women financially and as entrepreneurs.
This document discusses how financial advisors can better empower and serve women clients. It notes that women face unique financial hurdles and obstacles, but are increasingly earning more income and wealth. It provides tips for financial advisors, including recognizing gender differences, creating an action plan to engage female clients through content and events, and using a collaborative communication style that clearly links advice to women's goals and lifestyle needs. The overall aim is for advisors to better understand and meet the specific financial needs of women.
This document summarizes several presentations from the ERC Research Showcase on February 22nd 2024.
The first presentation identified a small group of UK SMEs called "Productivity Heroes" that have significantly increased turnover, jobs, and productivity at the same time between 2021-2022. The next steps are to track their long-term performance and understand the drivers of their productivity gains through qualitative research.
The second presentation discussed research on UK firms' export decisions. It found customer demand is important at all stages of exporting. Exporting firms make multiple decisions over time to first enter markets, exit and re-enter, and persist in exporting. Support should target firms at different points in their export journey.
The document outlines several projects and partnerships that the ERC will be involved in through 2024. These include projects on export decisions and mindsets, investment mindsets in the UK, mental health and wellbeing in the workplace, entrepreneurship focusing on ethnic minorities, innovation and infrastructure for commercialization in agriculture. The ERC can also help with rapid or systematic literature reviews, collaborative primary research, survey conduct, policy development, capacity building, and convening expert groups.
This document provides a summary of over a decade of research from the Enterprise Research Centre on trends affecting small businesses in the UK. It finds that while the number of small businesses has grown, pressures have increased as well, requiring resilience. Research shows business growth depends on many factors like innovation, finance access, exporting, and management practices. However, many small firms face barriers in these areas. The document reviews research on topics that influence small business growth and productivity such as finance, business support, innovation, and leadership.
This document summarizes research on how UK firms make export decisions. It finds that:
- Customer demand plays a key role in firms' exporting decisions at various stages, though its importance may change over time.
- Exporting decisions are not static - firms change how and why they export as they persist, and new/intermittent exporters may do the same if they continue exporting.
- Multiple internal and external stakeholders, like business connections, influence export decision-making. Support targeted at different firms' export stages could encourage more exporting.
The document discusses research into small businesses in the UK called "Productivity Heroes" - defined as SMEs aged 3+ years that are growing both revenues and headcount, with revenues increasing at a faster rate. Out of over 1 million SMEs in 2021-22, around 8% or 36,298 firms qualified as Productivity Heroes, growing revenue by 196% on average while increasing jobs by 29%. The document recommends focusing policy support on these firms to better understand how to address the UK's productivity problem and long tail of unproductive small businesses. It also plans to track the performance of Productivity Heroes over time and understand the drivers of their productivity gains through future research.
Workplace mental health in England, Ireland and Sweden – a comparative study ...enterpriseresearchcentre
This document summarizes findings from a comparative study of workplace mental health in England, Ireland, and Sweden. It finds significant country-level differences in patterns of mental health-related sickness absence, presenteeism, engagement in mental health initiatives, and adoption of hybrid working models. Swedish firms reported lower impacts of mental health issues on operations despite higher absence rates. They were also more likely to invest in strategic initiatives than training. The implications discussed include how employers can best manage psychological detachment with remote working and address presenteeism issues that may arise.
Rural SMEs, environmental action, and perceived opportunities - Kevin Moleenterpriseresearchcentre
- Rural small businesses are more likely than urban ones to consider the environment when making decisions and take steps to reduce their environmental impact. However, very few measure their greenhouse gas emissions.
- Most rural businesses see opportunities around health/well-being and environmental/green products and services, though perceive constraints like cost and lack of expertise.
- Those seeing themselves well-placed to capitalize on opportunities are more likely to invest in areas like the environment, new products, and training, but challenges around housing, transport and broadband remain.
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RBS WS REport
1. EDA Hot Topics
Female Entrepreneurship:
Gearing Up For Business Growth
Summer 2014
In collaboration with:
Introducing the
Enterprise and
Diversity Alliance
(EDA)
The Enterprise and Diversi-
ty Alliance (EDA) is a
unique collaboration to pio-
neer new ways of promoting
development and growth of
diverse SMEs through im-
aginative and productive
relationships with large
firms and private and public
business service and fi-
nance providers.
Led by Professor Monder
Ram and Professor Kiran
Trehan of Birmingham Busi-
ness School’s Centre for
Research in Ethnic Minority
Entrepreneurship (CREME),
its aim is to ‘make diversity
and enterprise everyone’s
business’.
It builds on the experience
of a number of initiatives
around enterprise and diver-
sity delivered over a number
of years by CREME and
partner organisations.
Introduction and Context
In recent years female entrepreneurship has been on the
rise. According to figures released by the Office for Na-
tional Statistics in July 2013, there were 1.25 million wom-
en in self-employment, including business owners, from
March to May 2013. This was 19% higher than the same
period in 2008. However, female entrepreneurs continue
to face issues in starting and growing their businesses.
These include barriers related to confidence, gaps in fi-
nancial acumen, and access to business support and
mentoring that resonates with their needs among others.
In an effort to understand and improve the situation, Pro-
fessor Kiran Trehan Co–Director of the Enterprise and
Diversity Alliance (EDA) at Birmingham University and the
Royal Bank of Scotland (RBS) combined forces to host
an event for small, women-led businesses to hear about
their issues in growing their business and raising busi-
ness finance and to explore ideas to improve upon the
business support that is currently available.
The event opened with a presentation by Professor
Trehan which set out the key issues faced by female en-
trepreneurs based on the research. This was followed by
a discussion from RBS and NatWest which focused on
how they are responding to the barriers women are fac-
ing; a presentation from a female entrepreneur around
the challenges she faces as a leader of a small business
and the role of mentoring in helping her grow her busi-
ness; and a group interactive session between female
entrepreneurs and finance and business specialists ex-
ploring key business issues women face in growing their
businesses.
2. Female Entrepreneurship —
A Hot Topics Event with the EDA
This report draws together
some of the key concepts and
issues that female entrepre-
neurs face in growing and de-
veloping their businesses that
stemmed from the discussions
on the day. These include:
Confidence issues
Gaps in financial
knowledge
Access to business sup-
port and mentoring
Enterprise and Diversity Alliance
An initiative led by the Centre for Research in Ethnic Minority Entrepreneurship
Confidence
Lack of confidence is a perennial theme in female entrepreneurship. Many of the female
entrepreneurs at the event explained that lack of confidence is one of the reasons they re-
frained from engaging with finance providers. They doubted their ability to acquire finance
emphasising fear of engaging with banks (“What would I show a bank”). Female entrepre-
neurs also explained that they lacked confidence, particularly in discussing their business
ideas with financial providers. They also felt that they would not be able to communicate in
the way that finance providers expected. For some, a negative response on a grant appli-
cation meant that they never returned for a second encounter as it “left a scar”.
Michelle Chivunga, Business Finance Policy Advisor from the British Bankers’ Association
(BBA) agreed that this is a repeated issue that continues to arise for female entrepreneurs.
According to Michelle, women create barriers for themselves before they even try to ac-
quire finance. There is a perception that they will not be successful in their bank applica-
tions, which is a confidence issue. Michelle highlighted that 7 out of 10 female applicants
are actually successful in obtaining funding hence; the likelihood in obtaining finance is
high. She encouraged women to change their perceptions and recognise that the numbers
suggest otherwise - the chances of success are higher than imagined. To become more
confident, Michelle suggested that female entrepreneurs could refer to the BBA’s top tips
on how to make applications successful (www.bba.org.uk). Additionally, she highlighted
that banks have an appeal process, which should provide comfort to female entrepreneurs
as a mechanism to continue to engage with banks after a first failed attempt.
3. Female Entrepreneurship —
A Hot Topics Event with the EDA
Enterprise and Diversity Alliance
An initiative led by the Centre for Research in Ethnic Minority Entrepreneurship
Andrew Harrison (Managing Director, Royal Bank of Scotland Cor-
porate & Institutional Banking, Midlands & East of England) also
explained how RBS and NatWest are helping to support the confi-
dence of female entrepreneurs. RBS sponsors the ‘NatWest every-
woman awards’, which aims to promote female role models to in-
spire the next generation of women business leaders. The awards
are given to women who have had to overcome adversities such as
financial constraints, social disadvantages or skills gaps. Jackie An-
drews, a relationship manager at NatWest, also highlighted that
banks can help the development of confidence in women through
positive support interactions and advise.
“I understand the challenges women face when they are looking
to juggle everything and multi-task as well.”
Sue Turner, NatWest
The relationship managers all highlighted that - as women themselves - they understand
the challenges female entrepreneurs face on a daily basis which often involves juggling
various roles as a mother and business woman. This should encourage women to ap-
proach banks, as the specialists understand what it means to be a woman in business.
Financial Knowledge
Another perennial theme in female entrepreneurship is gaps in financial knowledge. Fe-
male entrepreneurs reported gaps such as financial forecasting, planning, and how to man-
age cash flows. Many of the women avoided undertaking financial related roles within their
business. Financial acumen was not an area that female entrepreneurs felt comfortable
developing. In one group discussion, which was led by Ami Ranu, the Business Relation-
ship Manager for NatWest, some female entrepreneurs suggested that women placed too
much emphasis on demonstrating their passion for their business when engaging with fi-
nance providers over demonstrating their financial acumen. A seasoned female entrepre-
neur advised others to make sure they demonstrated their financial acumen during meet-
ings with banks to bring more confidence to financial decision makers to enhance their ap-
plication’s success rate.
4. Female Entrepreneurship —
A Hot Topics Event with the EDA
Enterprise and Diversity Alliance
An initiative led by the Centre for Research in Ethnic Minority Entrepreneurship
The BBA recognised female entrepreneurs’ issues with managing the finance aspects of
their businesses. Michelle suggested that women start to approach finance ‘head on’ and
‘push themselves outside their comfort zones’. Female entrepreneurs should also recog-
nise that there are various business support providers such as accountants who can work
alongside women and guide them in issues of finance. Women should not feel that they
have to do everything by themselves or have to avoid engaging with finance issues alto-
gether.
Amy Ranu, Business Relationship Manager from NatWest, also explained the importance
of financial planning in reducing the risk of failure. She highlighted that banks are able to
support female entrepreneurs in developing financial plans and women should feel com-
fortable in approaching them. She hoped to break the illusion that “bankers are these stiff
formal suits”.
“I don’t know the language finance people understand.”
Emaan Syed, Health SMART Midlands
Another interesting point came from Jackie Andrews, Business Relationship Manager from
NatWest, who highlighted that female entrepreneurs tend to be cautious about borrowing
money. She highlighted that finance can be a powerful tool for business growth. Banks
have a role to demonstrate to female entrepreneurs that it is worth borrowing.
Business Support and Mentoring
Access to business support and mentoring that resonates with the needs of female entre-
preneurs is also a perennial theme in female entrepreneurship. Many of the female entre-
preneurs expressed that they lacked the knowledge on where to go for good quality sup-
port and mentoring. Some had attended previous mentoring events and did not realise the
important role it could play in helping them grow their business.
Julie Fowler-Drake, CEO of Talbots Group, one of Britain’s leading Jewellery, Gift and Re-
tail packaging specialists presented a case study on her business and the role of mentor-
ing in helping her grow her business. Mentoring played a significant role in Julie’s ability to
manage change in her organisation taking her business to new levels.
5. Female Entrepreneurship —
A Hot Topics Event with the EDA
Enterprise and Diversity Alliance
An initiative led by the Centre for Research in Ethnic Minority Entrepreneurship
Julie highlighted 4 reasons why she strongly ad-
vocates female entrepreneurs to engage with
mentoring. First, mentorship provides valuable
time to step away from the business, to think,
and be inspired. Second, Julie explained that
being at the top of a company can be a lonely
place. Female entrepreneurs can find them-
selves advising individuals within their company
but not seeking advice themselves. A mentor
can provide valuable advice on business issues
such as how to develop a vision and strategy,
and how to identify new markets to diversify and
grow. Third, access to a mentor can provide
useful contacts from an experienced business
person that can add value to a company. Fourth,
mentors can help bring confidence and reassur-
ance, which is often lacking with female entre-
preneurs.
“Mentorship gives you valuable time away from the business to
think and be inspired.”
Julie Fowler-Drake, Talbots Group
RBS and NatWest have developed initiatives to help improve issues women face in ac-
cessing business support and mentoring. For example, RBS have established what they
call ‘Women in Business Specialists’. Currently, there are more than 200 Women in Busi-
ness Specialists working across the UK and RBS plans to grow that number to 250 by the
end of the year. These specialists have been trained and accredited by RBS to provide
specialist support to women looking to set up or grow businesses.
Apart from ‘Women in Business Specialists’, Andrew highlighted that an important part of
RBS’ strategy to help women overcome the challenges in accessing business support and
advice is to work alongside various institutions such as Universities to help bridge the gap
between themselves and female entrepreneurs. This event today was an example of this
engagement style working alongside the EDA to make women aware of the support that is
available to them.
6. Female Entrepreneurship —
A Hot Topics Event with the EDA
Enterprise and Diversity Alliance
An initiative led by the Centre for Research in Ethnic Minority Entrepreneurship
Manjit Kang, Relationship Manager at NatWest, also explained that banks provide access
to peer-to-peer mentoring opportunities. Manjit is regularly connecting female entrepre-
neurs with other like-minded women in similar sectors. She highlighted the importance of
seeking out such relationships which she has found benefit female entrepreneurs to devel-
op their businesses. Lee Currier, Regional Enterprise Manager at NatWest, agreed with
the rest of the ‘Women in Business Specialists’ also adding that banks also have a role to
play in signposting female entrepreneurs in the right direction. Banks are engaging and
running events with various local and regional institutions such as Chambers of Com-
merce. Female entrepreneurs can use banks to tap into such networks.
The BBA also picked up on some of the points Julie Fowler-Drake pointed out in her case
study presentation on the use of mentoring to grow her jewellery business. Michelle ex-
plained that mentoring can play a critical role in helping female entrepreneurs with some of
the issues they face around planning, finance, confidence and networking. Women should
feel encouraged to engage with support that is out there.
Professor Trehan outlined the EDA’s longstanding commitment to encourage appropriate
forms of mentoring for minority businesses. The comments echoed by the banks were very
much in line with the EDA’s approach to mentoring. This involves looking at how to support
small firms and female entrepreneurs in a way that resonates with them and that helps
support what they do rather than a top down approach. Successful mentoring models have
included peer-to-peer business mentoring between small and medium-sized firms (the 12/8
model), larger corporates mentoring smaller firms following a careful process of getting to
know each other, and senior employees of banks working with minority ethnic businesses
starting with ice-breaking, explanatory sessions in which misunderstandings are dispelled
and expectations clarified.
Professor Trehan highlighted how the EDA’s approach to mentoring has had various im-
pacts. The 12/8 model of peer mentoring is inspiring similar initiatives. A group involving
social enterprise businesses is evolving along similar lines with the active encouragement
of the EDA. The large take-up of enterprise mentoring opportunities at this and subsequent
events, together with feedback from attendees at each event confirm that the EDA’s ap-
proach is an effective way of engaging EMBs and laying the ground for productive mentor-
ing relationships.
7. Female Entrepreneurship —
A Hot Topics Event with the EDA
Enterprise and Diversity Alliance
An initiative led by the Centre for Research in Ethnic Minority Entrepreneurship
The Next Steps
This event marks the beginning of an important programme of collaborative work between
RBS, NatWest and the EDA that aims to provide fresh insights, innovations in support for
female entrepreneurs and develop leading-edge research which promotes growth.
For more information, please contact :
Liz Frost
Email: creme@contacts.bham.ac.uk
Phone: +44 (0)121 415 8438
Twitter: @CREMEatBham
Website: www.birmingham.ac.uk/creme