About the Aspire Women's Book of Business Presented by VS&C0.
The Aspire Women’s Book of Business is a dynamic platform that shines a spotlight of recognition and celebration to honor women business owners, the firms championing their growth, and the investors, allies, and advocates driving economic growth. Honorees will be diverse and inclusive of all races, genders and background- all united in helping women succeed.
Published by the Women’s Center for Economic Opportunity (WCEO), a Columbus-based 501(c)(3), this annual publication tells inspiring stories of collaboration, innovation, and shared prosperity across our region. A directory is included for sourcing needs.
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Honoree Eligibility
Yes, we seek to elevate outstanding women owners and founders in the Individual category..
And we know it takes the entire community for them to succeed, therefore both men and women are eligible for nomination in the remaining categories.
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Honoree Eligibility Requirements
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Outstanding nominees will have a track record of community impact such as creating community-based jobs, innovation, investment and economic growth.
Want to be in the directory only? Here are Directory eligibility requirements:
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A woman-owned business or woman-founded organization.
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A valid business email address. Space is limited and preference will be given to businesses with professional domains, ​
A submission gives WCEO permission to email you.
Frequently Asked Questions
Advertising Opportunities
Join the Women's Center for Economic Opportunity in honoring women business owners across Central Ohio through sponsorship and advertising opportunities.
As an advertiser or sponsor, you'll have the opportunity to contribute to:
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100 profiles, photos & inspiring, collaborative success stories of diverse women business owners, teams and their champion honorees
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Sourcing Directory of experienced, certified women business owners
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Full color, soft cover, 9" x 12" coffee table size publication
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Available in print and online with estimated reach of 15,000+ persons
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Live book release networking event
About the Women's Center for
Economic Opportunity (WCEO)
Founded in 2013, the Women's Center for Economic Opportunity (WCEO or WCEO) advances economic empowerment. WCEO facilitates successful access to capital (knowledge and financial), and connections for women.
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The WCEO flagship program, Aspire, launched in 2022, is a 12-week business accelerator that has helped over 50 women elevate their business planning, operations, and strategy. With a 100% success rate, every CEO who graduates from Aspire is still in business today.
