Womens Economic Ventures

Women’s Economic Ventures is a 501 (c)(3) not-for-profit corporation based in Santa Barbara, California. The organization employs 50 people and generates $8.7 million in annual revenue. WEV is a business resource network serving anyone interested in starting, growing, or improving their business. They offer a range of services including small business training, advisory services, financial literacy programs, and small business loans. WEV's programs are available in both English and Spanish to serve the diverse needs of the community. Since its founding in 1991, WEV has helped over 28,000 individuals throughout Santa Barbara and Ventura counties. Their small business loans have totaled over $6.9 million, supporting nearly 5,300 businesses, resulting in an estimated $873 million in annual sales and creating over 12,400 jobs. WEV is recognized as a U.S. Small Business Administration’s Women’s Business Center and Microlender, as well as a certified Community Development Financial Institution (CDFI). Interested individuals can learn more about Women’s Economic Ventures and their offerings by visiting wevonline.org.