Join the Community Where Black Women Entrepreneurs Grow and Thrive Together
Grow Your Business. Nurture Your Soul.
At The WELL, we refine the skills required to grow sustainable, legacy-leaving businesses while simultaneously loving on ourselves and one another.
What You’ll Get!
Supportive Environments for Taking Risks & Achieving Goals
Because success requires clear goals and safe space, our mastermind sessions help you celebrate success, troubleshoot challenges, and receive group support in achieving your documented goals.
Quarterly 90-day planning and cycles to help you achieve goals sooner
Twice a quarterly Pods and Opportunity Encounters, which are small group strategy and support sessions
Co-working days for added opportunities to collaborate and network
Exponential Growth of Your Network & Collaborative Opportunities
You’ll experience a supportive community that fosters collaboration, idea-sharing, and partnerships, ultimately strengthening your business network.
Members-only online platform with access to every member of the WELL
Events to encourage and spur networking and collaboration
Opportunities for features and highlights on social, email, local and national press
Introductions to banking and capital partners
Prioritization of Self-Care & Fun
Enjoy relaxed social events designed with you in mind to encourage bonding and new connections, contributing to your overall well-being, work-life balance, and joy.
Monthly breathwork or yoga sessions
Quarterly social events where authentic joy and opportunity intersect
Monthly member meet-up in a relaxed come as you are environment
Emphasis on Knowledge & Access to Resources
Our private platform facilitates resource sharing, ongoing collaboration, and a valuable repository of insights for your business growth.
A library of course content across The WELL’s 4 domains: 1. Finance & Accounting 2. Systems and Operations 3. Branding & Marketing and 4. Business Strategy
Daily members-only platform posts of articles, grants, and other content curated for you to learn, grow, and thrive
Topical webinars and in-person sessions with experts
Secure-the-Bag sessions are designated monthly time for support with applying for capital
OUR PILLARS
Community. Collaboration. Confidence. Capital. Celebration.
COMMUNITY
A strong network is crucial for business success. The WELL provides a platform for members to connect, build relationships, and expand their professional networks.
Being part of a community allows members to receive support and guidance from others who understand entrepreneurship's unique challenges and experiences as women of color. Members gain insights, share knowledge, and access resources that contribute to their business and personal development by connecting and learning from one another.
COLLABORATION
The WELL allows for collaboration and partnership among like-minded individuals. Members form business partnerships, joint ventures, or supportive alliances by connecting with fellow entrepreneurs and leaders. Collaborative efforts can lead to innovative ideas, expanded networks, and shared successes.
The connections made within the community can also lead to new opportunities, referrals, mentorship, and access to potential clients or customers.
CONFIDENCE
The WELL creates a courageous space and supportive environment that fosters accountability. Members set goals, share progress updates, and receive peer feedback, which boosts confidence and helps to keep individuals focused and motivated, leading to continuous growth and progress in their entrepreneurial journeys.
The community can serve as a source of inspiration and empowerment, motivating members to push boundaries, pursue their dreams, and create positive change.
CAPITAL
Capital is Queen! The WELL understands that Black women entrepreneurs often lack the access to capital of which our white counterparts are privileged. Therefore, we share resource opportunities and educate members on financial literacy and sustainability.
CELEBRATION
This pillar is critical to success. We often move right on to the next goal without celebrating the progress and wins. So, we are intentional in our efforts to take a beat and celebrate all of this Black Girl Magic happening within The WELL!
3 Ways To Join!
3 Ways To Join!
Black women start businesses primarily to elevate their growth and earning potential and for greater psychological safety. (Blaze Group Research)
AND YET, on average Black women-owned businesses earn just $24K and have no employees. (American Express State of Women Owned Businesses)
In 2022, of the over $200M in venture capital awarded, Black women received just .13%
The Challenge
Our Mission
The WELL is on a mission to ensure that Black-women entrepreneurs are the experts designing the solutions we need. We support and learn from one another, grow businesses that create wealth, and push the boundaries on our dreams.
Own a business for at least 1-year generating at least $25K annual revenue
Commitment to grow a business to $1 million plus.
Share our beliefs
Contribute to the community by actively building relationships and sharing their expertise.
Commit to attending monthly meet-ups.
“A community that serves as an opportunity to vent, resolve my problems, and celebrate my wins.”
We sat down with Baltimore Member Aneka Winstead, Owner of WATT Business Solutions, to discuss the early stages of her business, business during Covid-19, The WELL and more! Here's her story.
