More About WEV WEV is a 501 (c)3 based on California’s Central Coast, with offices in Santa Barbara and Ventura. A Women’s Business Center (WBC) and community-based lender, WEV supports over …

WEV was founded in 1991 with the mission to support women in becoming economically self-sufficient through entrepreneurship. At that time, women’s economic and workplace rights were not keeping …

WEV's Event Calendar – Find out what’s happening at WEV and join us for classes, workshops, networking, and more.

Meet WEV’s Staff - bringing expertise from a variety of professional backgrounds to advance WEV’s mission.

Classes for entrepreneurs at every stage – from business idea to launch to growth. Find the class for you.

Start or expand your home-based childcare business with free training, expert guidance, and the chance to apply for a business grant. Offered in English and Spanish.

Shop Local - Explore WEV's business directory to discover and support small businesses near you.

The individuals who give to WEV’s mission as a member of the League are women (and men), they are small business owners, business executives, entrepreneurs, professionals, artists, friends and …

See the impact of WEV’s work on small businesses, community members, and the local economy. Download WEV Impact Reports.

In addition to the wide range of support WEV offers business owners in the region, WEV also focuses on offering solutions to critical issues impacting our communities to advance our mission. The Business …