Ohio Business Development Center (OBDC)
The Ohio Business Development Center (OBDC) is a nonprofit organization dedicated to empowering small, minority-owned, and women-owned businesses across Ohio. Through a wide range of programs and services, OBDC helps entrepreneurs launch, grow, and sustain their businesses.
OBDC offers expert-led training, business certification assistance (MBE, FBE, DBE, LEDE), mentoring, and professional development opportunities. Signature initiatives include the OBDC Construction Academy, BuildSmart Mentoring Program, and the Ohio Certification Center. With a focus on supplier diversity, construction readiness, and financial empowerment, OBDC is a trusted resource for business owners seeking guidance, support, and connections.
Whether you’re just starting out or scaling up, OBDC is here to help you succeed — because when small businesses grow, communities thrive.
Learn more at OHBDC.org
Ohio Women’s Chamber of Commerce (OWCC)
The Ohio Women’s Chamber of Commerce (OWCC) is a statewide membership-driven initiative committed to supporting, promoting, and advocating for women-owned businesses across Ohio. As a program of the Ohio Business Development Center, OWCC provides women entrepreneurs with access to education, networking, and economic opportunities.
OWCC hosts empowering events like business summits, pitch sessions, and financial wellness programs, while offering year-round resources through a “Pay What You Can” membership model. Members also benefit from visibility through the OWCC Business Directory and opportunities to connect with corporate and government buyers.
At OWCC, we believe in lifting as we climb — creating spaces where Ohio’s women entrepreneurs are celebrated, supported, and equipped for success.
Join the movement at WomenInOhio.com
