Orange County's Premier Women's Business Center

Who We Are

Confidently Step Forward with Your Business Goals

The Orange County Women’s Business Center was established in 2022 within the College of Business and Economics at California State University, Fullerton to support women entrepreneurs and business owners with starting and growing their business within Orange County. We offer one-on-one consulting, training programs, networking opportunities and access to resources. Our goal is to grow the Orange County community with more successful women-owned businesses.

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Trainings and Events

Equip Yourself and Your Team

Anatomy of an Elevator Pitch

Tuesday, October 29 | 11 AM - 12 PM | Hera Hub Irvine

Learn how to craft a powerful elevator pitch that captivates investors from the very first word.

Our comprehensive training will teach you how to communicate what you do, why you do it, and how you do it in a clear, concise, and compelling way. In this session, we will discuss how to identify your unique value proposition (USP) and highlight the key benefits of your idea.

By the end of the session, you'll be equipped to deliver an impactful pitch that grabs attention, creates interest, and inspires action from potential investors—all in just 30 seconds.

Women Founders Pitch Competition

Thursday, November 7 | Noon - 3 PM | Irvine Marriott

Join us for the Women Founders Pitch, a dynamic showcase where visionary female founders present their game-changing startups. .

Selected finalists will pitch live for a chance to win a $5,000 cash prize and gain exposure in front of a panel of esteemed investors. This event is more than just a pitch—it's a celebration of female-driven innovation and the power of diverse perspectives. Don’t miss the chance to support and be inspired by these trailblazing women as they take their businesses to the next level.

By The Numbers

Women-Owned Businesses in the U.S.

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There are 12.9 million women-owned businesses in the U.S.
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Women of color account for 50% of all women-owned businesses in the U.S.
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The average age of female entrepreneurs in the U.S. is 42.
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20% of firms with $1 milliion+ in revenue are women owned.
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Every day, 1,817 new women-owned businesses start.
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Less than 2% of all venture capital goes to women-owned small businesses.

Testimonials

What Clients Say

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All services offered through the Orange County Women’s Business Center are at no cost to you thanks to funding received from California State University, Fullerton at the College of Business and Economics and a cooperative agreement funded through the Small Business Administration (SBA). The Orange County Women’s Business Center also receives grant funding from the State of California through the Governor’s Office of Business and Economic Development.