WEI Four-Pillar Program

The WEI2020 Cohort marks the beginning of a structured program model focused on four (4) pillars. Each pillar represents a quarterly business cycle within the 15-month program. WEI Entrepreneurs will experience each pillar by participating in workshops, webinars, and one-on-one mentoring sessions. The program will be tailored to the needs of the individual entrepreneur.

Business specific feedback around capabilities, model, architecture, competitors, certifications and social impact from community business leaders providing deep dive analysis on specific pain points.

Information, processes and best practices that build on and improve the existing WEI business model foundations. Workshops, seminars, mentorship & coaching to make sure each WEI business is “partnership ready” for opportunities with the City of Atlanta, its agencies, and the Fortune 500.

Introductions and coordination with public | private agencies, women’s initiatives and business leaders looking to develop and/or partner with women entrepreneurs.

Financial literacy and education on the various ways to finance start-ups. Access to capital investment and contract opportunities.