About Us


The Women's Business & Training Center provides workshops, business coaching, networking opportunities, and assistance in obtaining financing to new and existing women-owned businesses in West Virginia.  In addition the Center provides training for employees and potential employees.

What services are available?

  • One-on-one confidential counseling on issues facing start-up and existing businesses including websites and eCommerce.
  • In-person, phone, and on-line consultation
  • Networking and peer support opportunities, both in-person and online
  • Assistance in obtaining financing
  • Workshops on critical business issues, financials, marketing, websites, and eCommerce
  • Research, information and referral!

What are the benefits of the Women's Business & Training Center?

  • The development of a long-term relationship with a skilled business counselor
  • Improved business skills
  • Ongoing support for business growth and expansion tailored to the needs of your business
  • Innovative approaches to supporting women's business ownership
  • Assistance with adopting new technology, websites, and eCommerce
  • Opportunities for networking with other business owners

Where do I get help?  Getting help from the Women's Business & Training Center is easy!

For workshops and training, access the WBC Workshop schedule and register for courses online by clicking here:  WBC Workshops or contact Karen at kjones@westvirginiawbc.org or 304-253-3145.

For business coaching, contact the Center at 304-253-3145 or within West Virginia call 800-766-4556.  Also simply click on the link below to complete an online counseling form:

 Request for Counseling Form

The application will give the Women's Business & Training Center basic information about your business and business idea, and wll enable us to serve you better.  The WBC is required by funders to collect this information and it is kept completely confidential.  You will be contacted to schedule an in person or online business coaching session upon submission. 

If you have any further questions about the Women's Business & Training Center, please contact:

Karen Jones, Office Manager
200 Value City Center, Suite 601
Beckley, WV 25801
Telephone: 304-253-3145    Toll-Free in WV: 800-766-4556
E-mail: kjones@westvirginiawbc.org

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