Women's Entrepreneurial Fellowship

Women's Entrepreneurial Fellowship is sponsored by SBAM Foundation. A nine-month program offering workshops, peer-to-peer problem-solving, networking, and mentorship to support women entrepreneurs in Michigan.

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Each year, 15-20 women entrepreneurs will be selected for a nine-month program designed to support their business growth through workshops, peer-to-peer problem-solving, network building, and mentorship with other experienced entrepreneurs. The Women’s Entrepreneurial Fellowship is available to eligible women business owners as part of the SBAM Foundation’s SBSH Grant Program.

Once accepted into this special cohort, all programming will be offered at no cost through the end of June 2027. This isn’t just another business program – it’s a transformative journey for exceptional leaders like you. Details on the Women’s Entrepreneurial Fellowship can be found online at www.

sbamwef. org . While we have a few spaces available for business owners who are not part of the SBSH Grant Program, we recommend you apply for the additional benefits available through the SBSH.

Check out those details below. Here’s how to be considered for the WEF Complete the Small Business Hub Grant Application . Expect a personal outreach from our dedicated Program Director, Kim Bode.

She’ll discuss your interest in the fellowship and answer any questions you may have. If you haven’t already, we encourage you to take our brief survey. Your insights will help shape this groundbreaking program.

Finally, you’ll be asked to sign a commitment pledge, demonstrating your readiness to fully engage in this transformative experience. This personalized application process ensures we select a cohort of Michigan’s most driven and visionary women entrepreneurs. We’re excited to learn more about you and your business.

Here’s what participants can expect: Mentorship from Michigan’s top business leaders A tailored curriculum addressing the unique challenges of scaling women-owned businesses Exclusive networking with industry innovators and investors Access to high-level resources to fuel your growth Frequently Asked Questions The Women’s Entrepreneurial Fellowship is actively seeking mentors for our programming.

Please review the eligibility criteria and complete the form if you’re interested in being considered. Empowering Business Excellence Through Education We look for entrepreneurs who embody the following qualities: Growth Mindset: Openness to learning, adapting, and embracing new ideas. Viewing challenges as opportunities for growth.

Collaborative Spirit: Eagerness to connect with and learn from other entrepreneurs. Willingness to share experiences and give/receive feedback. Self-Motivation: Proactivity in applying learnings and following up on opportunities without excessive external pressure.

Resilience and Persistence: Ability to overcome setbacks and maintain focus on long-term goals. Intellectual Curiosity: Genuine interest in expanding knowledge across various aspects of business management and leadership. Funding provided by the Small Business Support Hub Grant Program from the SBAM Foundation in partnership with the Michigan Economic Development Corporation.

This project is being supported, in whole or in part, by federal award number SLFRP0127 awarded to the State of Michigan by the U.S. Department of the Treasury.