Business Advising + Training

Are you passionate about supporting women entrepreneurs? Want to share your expertise and empower others on their journey? We’re looking for dynamic speakers to lead upcoming WomenRISE workshops! If you’ve got skills, knowledge, or inspiration to share—we want to hear from you. 💼💬 📩 Learn more and express your interest today! Speaker Interest Form: https://twu.edu/center-women-entrepreneurs/programs-and-events/speaker-interest-form/ #WomenRISE #CWE #TexasWomenInBusiness #WorkshopLeader #WomenEntrepreneurs #ShareYourKnowledge

We’re honored to share that the Center for Women Entrepreneurs has been nominated for two incredible awards at Amplify by the DEC: 🏆 Entrepreneur Advocate 🏆 Capital Access Champion! These nominations reflect the impact of the women entrepreneurs, partners, and community we’re privileged to support every day across Texas. We would appreciate your vote! Voting opens today and closes Friday, May 29, at 11:59 PM. Thank you so much for your support. 😄 #CWE #DECNetwork #Amplify #WomenEntrepreneurs #CastYourVote

Last call! Applications close soon for CWE’s FREE Virtual FastTrac en Español, a business accelerator for Spanish-speaking women entrepreneurs across Texas. Know someone who should apply? Tag her below! Apply Now: https://twu.edu/center-women-entrepreneurs/aceleradora-virtual/ — ¿Conoces a una mujer empresaria que sueña con llevar su negocio al siguiente nivel? Las aplicaciones para el CWE Virtual FastTrac en español cierran pronto; este es tu momento. Este acelerador gratuito te ofrece: Mentoría personalizada Capacitación práctica en emprendimiento Herramientas para tu plan de negocios y proyecciones financieras Conexiones con mujeres empresarias en todo Texas Todo en español. Todo virtual. Todo para ti. Cierre de solicitudes: 18 de mayo Sesiones: Jueves, 6–8 pm (del 4 de junio al 3 de septiembre de 2026) Apliquen Ahora: https://twu.edu/center-women-entrepreneurs/aceleradora-virtual/ #FastTracEnEspanol #MujeresEmprendedoras #CWE #TWU #TexasWoman #Emprendimiento #WomenInBusiness #LatinaEntrepreneur #WomenEntrepreneurs #Emprendedoras #Networking

Don’t forget — the 2026 Texas Franchise Tax Report is due Friday, May 15. Texas businesses, including corporations, LLCs, and partnerships, may still be required to file even if no tax is owed. Stay ahead of deadlines, avoid penalties, and keep your business in good standing! Visit the Texas Comptroller eSystems portal for filing information, extensions, and required forms. #FranchiseTaxDay #May15th #BusinessReminder

Meet Maggie Ortiz, RN MSN, also known as Advocate Maggie, founder of Advocates For Nurses PLLC, a firm dedicated to providing risk management and compliance support for licensed professionals and the organizations that employ them. Through advocacy, education, and strategic guidance, Maggie helps professionals navigate complex compliance matters with confidence and care. #MaggieOrtiz #StrategicGuidance #WomenInBusiness #Advocacy #Education

Tuesday Tip! Create Actionable Content for Social Media! Creating actionable content is essential for boosting engagement, as posts with clear calls to action can significantly increase audience interaction. Engaging posts depend on consistency, giving a reason to engage, and standing out. #TuesdayTip#WomenInBusiness#WomenEntrepreneur#TexasSmallBusiness#TexasEntrepreneur#ActionableContent

Meet our May WeRISE speaker: Sara Madsen Miller, founder of 1820 Productions. Where Sara Madsen Miller will share a practical and human approach to networking that goes beyond business cards and small talk. Want to learn more? Register today! /e/may-werise-in-person-virtual-tickets-1987413575504?aff=oddtdtcreator&keep_tld=true

Reminder that applications are now open for CWE’s FREE Virtual FastTrac en Español, a business accelerator for Spanish-speaking women entrepreneurs across Texas. Know someone who should apply? Tag her below! Apply Now: https://twu.edu/center-women-entrepreneurs/aceleradora-virtual/ — ¡Recordatorio! Las solicitudes para el programa CWE Virtual FastTrac en español ya están abiertas. Es gratuito y está diseñado para ti, mujeres empresarias hispanohablantes en Texas. Este acelerador gratuito te ofrece: Mentoría personalizada Capacitación práctica en emprendimiento Herramientas para tu plan de negocios y proyecciones financieras Conexiones con mujeres empresarias en todo Texas Todo en español. Todo virtual. Todo para ti. Cierre de solicitudes: 18 de mayo Sesiones: Jueves, 6–8 pm (del 4 de junio al 3 de septiembre de 2026) Apliquen Ahora: https://twu.edu/center-women-entrepreneurs/aceleradora-virtual/ #FastTracEnEspanol #MujeresEmprendedoras #CWE #TWU #TexasWoman #Emprendimiento #WomenInBusiness #LatinaEntrepreneur #WomenEntrepreneurs #Emprendedoras #Networking

Meet Deba Douglas, founder of Principles Of Real Estate, comprehensive training for aspiring investors. Deba Douglas is a mentor, coach, and real estate mogul with a proven track record in property investment and sales. She combines her background in education with real estate to offer comprehensive training for aspiring investors, and has helped over 300 students with her course, "Road Map to Real Estate Investing." #PrinciplesOfRealEstate#RealEstateInvesting#ComprehensiveTraining#WomenEntrepreneurs#WomenInBusiness

The wait is over, the Texas Rural Grant is officially OPEN! If you are a founder in a Texas county with 50,000 people or less and been in business at least 3 years, this is for YOU. Don’t miss this opportunity to take your business to the next level. Applications are open now through June 5. Apply today by visiting - https://twu.edu/center-women-entrepreneurs/texas-rural-grant/ #TexasBusiness #WomenEntrepreneurs #RuralBusiness #SmallBusinessGrant #TexasGrant #WomenOwned #BusinessGrowth #Entrepreneurship #TWUCWE #SupportLocal #TexasWomen #GrantOpportunity

Join us for our May WeRISE Workshop- Your Business Isn't Invisible. You Are with Sara Madsen Miller, founder of 1820 Productions. Where Sara Madsen Miller will share a practical and human approach to networking that goes beyond business cards and small talk. Drawing from her journey from corporate leadership to creative entrepreneurship, she will break down how to position yourself clearly, build authentic connections, and turn conversations into long-term opportunity. Want to learn more? Register today! /e/may-werise-in-person-virtual-tickets-1987413575504?aff=ebdsoporgprofile

Meet Danielle Whetstone, founder of The Teachers Teacher, an educational consulting firm that supports, mentors and coaches educators. The Teachers Teacher helps support teachers through professional learning, coaching, and classroom-based collaboration focused on curriculum, instruction, assessment, and equity-driven, student-centered practices. #TheTeachersTeacher #WomenEntrepreneurs #ConsultingFirm #WomenInBusiness