About Us
We Support,
& Empower
We strive to provide programming that helps our members and guests achieve their goals and find their version of success. We facilitate meaningful approaches to networking, embrace new ways of enriching our connections and raising awareness of our members. We embrace businesswomen of all ages, cultures, industries and professions. We are mentors, sharing experiences, challenges and wisdom, collaborating within the network, and ultimately the greater business community.
Our Purpose
We support, promote, empower and recognize the business women of the National Capital Region.
Our Mission
We are committed to empowering businesswomen of the National Capital Region to succeed on their own terms. We strive to provide opportunities for women to connect with and support each other. Our programs contribute to the personal and professional development of our members, at the right time in the right way.
Our Vision
We aim to shape the future of businesswomen in the National Capital Region by providing opportunities for development, fostering valuable connections, and facilitating member success through business and career growth.
Our Values
We recognize and promote one another.
We pursue growth and learning.
We take risks.
We support businesswomen.
Our History
The Women’s Business Network has been providing networking opportunities for over 35 years and continues to evolve and embrace today’s women in business. A forward-thinking, inspiring organization, the WBN supports and celebrates the growth and success of all its members.
Member volunteers work on committee initiatives, creating opportunities and an environment that helps the growth of businesswomen’s personal and professional brand.
The WBN believes in paying it forward. Three Annual Scholarships celebrate the accomplishments of female students at Carleton University, the University of Ottawa and Algonquin College.