News & Updates

Reflecting on the progress NDWBC has made over the past few years, we extend a special thanks for the vital contributions of three exceptional leaders: Kodee Furst, Dr. Susan Mathison, and Samantha Rinas. As their terms on our board expire, we recognize with deep...

We are excited to welcome Jill Cederberg as the newest member of the NDWBC Board! Jill brings over a decade of experience in financial accounting and reporting, and she currently serves as the Director of Accounting and Chief Compliance Officer at LongWater, an...

To help combat financial crimes and promote transparency, the U.S. government is now requiring many businesses to disclose their true ("beneficial") owners to the Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN). Who Must Report: Mostly small, privately-owned entities...

We are thrilled to welcome Briselda Hernandez Herrera to our board! As the Executive Director of Souris Basin Planning Council, Briselda brings over 10 years of experience supporting small businesses and advancing economic progress in North Dakota’s Region...

In September, NDWBC business coach and director of client success, Elizabeth Phares Oren, was recognized nationally at the Association of Women’s Business Center’s (AWBC) annual conference. Elizabeth was named a finalist for the prestigious Business Advisor of the...

NDWBC is a statewide 501c3 non-profit organization. Our vision is to be the leading voice, resource, and partner for women business owners. NDWBC requests that your company propose services for assisting NDWBC with HR benefits administration. The following proposal...

Thirty-two childcare providers met weekly through 11 sessions during the Childcare Intensive program to strengthen their business foundations. NORTH DAKOTA | This spring, thirty-two childcare providers graduated from the North Dakota Women’s Business Center's (NDWBC)...

Last week, the North Dakota Women’s Business Center (NDWBC) was presented the 2024 Women Business Center of Excellence Award for Region 8 for its excellence, innovation, and commitment to clients. Wendy Klug and Christy Dauer pose for a picture with the 2024 Women's...

FARGO | Recently, Marathon Petroleum’s Inclusive Communities & Stakeholder Engagement Representative Robert Doore toured multiple North Dakota’s women-owned businesses, seeking to understand how they do business and how to actualize their full potential. Read the...

GARDNER, ND | SWEN Products Owners Kim and Robert Schobinger hosted David Le, Assistant Regional Director of the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) in their manufacturing facility in Gardner, North Dakota this March.  SWEN Products holds five...

If you are a woman-owned business, getting your business certified in North Dakota can offer many strategic benefits. While there are many reasons, NDWBC has compiled its top five reasons to certify your woman-owned business.  1. ACCESS TO CONTRACTS Government...

As I reflect on 2023, I extend warm wishes to all. I express gratitude for the valuable insights gained from our shared experiences, and the continuous learning that unfolds with each passing day. We have served 750 clients this year by hearing and understanding their...

Are you looking for ways to support women-owned this holiday season? NDWBC has you covered! Here are five easy ways to support North Dakota women and communities: Owner of Givinity Press, Ellen Jean Diederich publishes boxed notecards of her paintings. Sending these...

At NDWBC, we understand how disheartening it can be to put your dreams on the line and experience rejection when seeking funding. We also know that many women are hesitant to take out loans due to current interest rates.  If you're seeking financial freedom...

Who is Tanya Lee? Tanya Lee is unstoppable. From being a Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI) survivor to a resourceful Amazon Seller and Wellness Consultant, she embraces life one hurdle at a time. Learn how Tanya overcomes her pain points and finds ways to turn a profit...

Angie Milakovic shares about contracting opportunities at the 2023 ND Women’s Business Summit. NDWBC caught up with Kajaer GeoConsulting LLC, a North Dakota Certified Women-Owned Business that offers technical training and data mapping support, providing companies the...

Renae Polensky, the founder of Angel Advocates, started her business in 2015 to assist people in documenting their legacy and building a road map for loved ones to follow if something should happen. This business expanded to assisting people applying for Social...

Bright Futures Learning Centers is approaching its 10th anniversary in July. They annually provide high-quality care and educational opportunities for nearly 400 children in their two locations in the Fargo area. NDWBC interviewed Bright Futures Learning Centers owner...

Katelyn Fredrickson owner of Cousin Freddy Septic Service won't have to worry about job security since starting her new business on February 1.  "Do something that nobody wants to do, and you will never have to worry about work again," joked Katelyn. "I...

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEThe North Dakota Women's Business Center (NDWBC) applauds the recent approval of $65.6 million in funding by the North Dakota Legislature to address the state's childcare dilemma. The funds will support families with childcare stipends, provide...

March 5th - 11thTo kick off women in construction week, we are spotlighting a powerhouse woman business owner, Paula Klein! Paula is the owner of Smartt Interior Construction based in Fargo, ND. Smartt is an interior construction contractor specializing in prefab...

In honor of International Day of Rural Women, we are highlighting a trailblazing woman business owner in rural North Dakota! Rebecca Undem in Oakes, ND has a passion for small towns and rising her community and other women business owners . She is an author, speaker,...

Interview with HexaHive Owner, Jade Scherr NDWBC caught up with Jade Scherr, owner of HexaHive to ask her about business ownership. WHAT IS HEXAHIVE KNOWN FOR? We’re a marketing agency that approaches marketing differently. Many agencies give their clients just what...