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Breaking Barriers: How Women Entrepreneurs in West Virginia Can Access Capital and Grow Their Business

March 14, 2025 12:39 pm

Starting a business takes courage, and for women in West Virginia, it often comes with a few extra hurdles. Whether it’s finding funding, getting noticed, or navigating the day-to-day ups and downs of running a business, women entrepreneurs face challenges that can make it feel like the odds are stacked against them. But here’s the thing: you don’t have to do it alone. Here at 3 Steps to Startup, we’ve seen women across the state build successful businesses by tapping into the right resources and staying connected to a strong community. If you’re ready to take that next step, let’s[...]

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Celebrating Female Entrepreneurs this International Women’s Day

March 1, 2024 12:00 am

International Women’s Day is a day of celebration–of honor and recognition for women across the globe. This day is particularly important for women in the workforce and female entrepreneurs who have overcome countless challenges and barriers to succeed in the careers of their choice.  This International Women’s Day, we recognize the power of women entrepreneurs and highlight how our program can help any woman navigate the startup landscape. And succeed at doing it! What is International Women’s Day International Women’s Day (IWD) is set aside to reflect on women’s roles and how impactful they are to society– in the home,[...]

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Celebrating Women-Owned Startups In West Virginia

October 19, 2021 7:00 am

This month at 3 Steps to StartUp, we want to take the time to recognize the progress that West Virginia women-owned businesses are making in our communities. In December of 2020, West Virginia ranked 11th for its percentage of women-owned businesses!   At 3 Steps to StartUp, we are proud to recognize the hard work and promising futures for two women-owned startup companies here in West Virginia. Below, learn about these local, women-owned businesses and our involvement in their successes.   Reid Miller   Reid Miller is the founder and CEO of her self-named apparel line, which makes high-quality, classic wardrobe staples for[...]

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