Press releases

Take Action: Help Preserve and Expand Support for CDFIs

October 6, 2026

WomenVenture has officially received approval of our Community Development Financial Institution (CDFI) recertification. This is an important milestone and affirmation of the work we do every day to expand access …

WomenVenture Graduates National Women’s Business Center of Excellence Program

January 3, 2025

ST. PAUL, MN– WomenVenture is honored to be recognized for graduating in the 2025 cohort with the National WBC of Excellence program offered by the Association of Women’s Business Centers …

Joanna Schnedler Joins WomenVenture as Chief Financial Officer

September 17, 2024

ST. PAUL, MN – WomenVenture is pleased to announce that Joanna Schnedler will be joining our leadership team as Chief Financial Officer. “WomenVenture is thrilled to announce that Joanna Schnedler …

WomenVenture Announces 2024 Women Mean Business Award Winners

September 12, 2024

ST. PAUL, MN – WomenVenture is pleased to announce our 2024 award winners. Each year, at our signature event, Women Mean Business, WomenVenture celebrates deserving business owners who have shown …

WomenVenture Announces 2023 Women Mean Business Award Winners

July 24, 2023

WomenVenture is pleased to announce our 2023 award winners: Carley Kammerer of Wildflyer Coffee; Vanessa Drews, Cheesecake Funk; and Jenifer Bellefleur & Kelsey Lee Karol owners of New Gild Jewelers.