The legislation created the Office of Women's Business Ownership and the Women's Demonstration Sites within the US Small Business Administration, as well as the National Women's Business Council. These federal agencies today assist thousands of aspiring women entrepreneurs to finance and launch small businesses. The organization was created specifically to provide government officials, community leaders, members of the academic community, and members of the public with research and statistics revealing the dynamics and strength of women-owned businesses in the economy. Entrepreneurial Policies for the 21st Century. One of the hallmarks of an effective business association is its ability to effectively communicate its message to its membership, corporate partners, and the public at large.
Members receive timely information right away through broadcast fax.
In collaboration with IBM, an enhanced Web site is being developed with the goal of providing extended service to its membership and corporate partners, while still providing basic information to the general public. The new Web site is scheduled to be launched in late 1997. The aim is to provide members with a cutting edge service that sets a new benchmark for business associations. Of related interest . Today , No. 1 1993.