Question 1

Is my business considered woman-owned if I have male partnerships?

Accepted Answer

Current industry standards defines a woman-owned business as businesses that are at least 51% owned, operated and controlled by one or more females.
 
The "State of Women-Owned Businesses Report' commissioned by American Express uses this standard in their annual report to provide national trends on female-owned businesses.

Question 2

What is WO3?

Accepted Answer

WO3 isn't just a movement; it's a fiery dedication to empowering women-owned businesses through three pillars: Partnering, Promoting, and Supporting. Our mission pulses with the fervent desire to ignite the spirits of women everywhere.

Born from the visionary mind of Tammi Relyea, the unstoppable force behind BRA-sériē, WO3 blazes with the passion to uplift women entrepreneurs. Tammi, a trailblazing entrepreneur from Northern California, is driven by an unyielding commitment to champion woman-owned businesses.

With the launch of BRA-sériē, Tammi discovered a sisterhood of fierce women entrepreneurs, each battling similar hurdles in the pursuit of their dreams. This revelation fueled her conviction that together, we are unstoppable.

In a world where solidarity is power, Tammi founded WO3 to forge an unbreakable sisterhood, a force of change that defies the status quo. With hearts ablaze and spirits unbound, we stand united, ready to inspire and uplift one another, propelling female-owned businesses to unparalleled heights!

Question 3

Why should I participate on Saturday, March 30, 2024?

Accepted Answer

Women often face more obstacles in launching and growing their businesses - access to funding is most often a significant challenge. A recent study showed the average-sized loan for women-owned businesses was 31% lesss than for male-owned businesses. 
 
Working together with collective intention, our financial support can make a difference! Imagine the thousands and potentially millions of dollars that we can bring to female-owned businesses in just one day!

Question 4

Where can I learn more about women-owned businesses?

Accepted Answer

There are so many wonderful organizations advocating for women-owned businesses. We recommend the Women’s Business Enterprise National Council (WBENC), a leading advocate for women business owners and entrepreneurs.

Question 5

I have more questions, how do I reach someone?

Accepted Answer

We'd love the opportunity to chat with you personally! Send us an email to info@wo3connect.com and we will respond to you promptly.

FAQ's

Is my business considered woman-owned if I have male partnerships?

What is WO3?

Why should I participate on Saturday, March 30, 2024?

Where can I learn more about women-owned businesses?

I have more questions, how do I reach someone?