Who We Are

Our staff and Board of Directors are committed to supporting all self-identifying women+ (cis, trans, 2S, and gender-diverse) to become successful entrepreneurs by offering a supportive, women-led community and services aimed at making their success our priority.

We work together, #ToGetHerStronger.

Alanna Keefe - Managing Director & Privacy Officer

Alanna Keefe

Managing Director & Privacy Officer

Since joining the WeMB team in 2011, Alanna has been a strong force advocating for self-identifying women and their partners in business. First as a skilled facilitator and Business Advisor assisting entrepreneurs with every aspect of their business operation, then rising to her current role as Managing Director & Privacy Officer embracing the challenges of building allyship for women+ entrepreneurs.

A serial entrepreneur—with four different businesses launched in her 20s and 30s—she’s also an accomplished business and fund development professional with 20+ years of experience serving the not-for-profit sector. For several years Alanna operated a consulting practice focused on the areas of leadership and fund development, strategic planning, marketing, and communications. In addition, she has worked as a member of senior leadership teams for several large arts and educational institutions where she implemented innovative programs, identified business opportunities, led operational improvement, and drove implementation for startup and existing business partnerships.

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Advising

Access free business advising from our team of experienced Business Advisors who will draw on their education, knowledge, and entrepreneurial expertise to guide and support you along your business journey.

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Financing

Looking to get your business off the ground? Need funding for the purchase of new equipment or upsizing your space? We have financing for that. Loans are available in any amount between $5,000 - $150,000.

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Training

We offer hands-on, highly interactive training and workshops on a variety of subjects to provide you with the skills and knowledge you need to make your business a success.

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Networking

Our networking and professional development events provide all self-identifying women+ entrepreneurs with opportunities to enhance their knowledge and connect with the community.

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