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Civic Dialogue at Windy City Coworking Sparks Continued Momentum for Women-Led Microbusinesses in Chicago
City Clerk Anna Valencia, Jennifer Franco Founder of Fempreneur Poder and Microbusiness owners
Throughout the discussion, a central theme emerged: how can Chicago continue working toward closing the gender gap - not only in wages, but in access to capital, marketing visibility, and economic opportunity?
City Clerk Anna Valencia shared initiatives her office has led and is currently advancing, and provided insight into how microbusiness owners can leverage the CityKey card program to increase visibility, expand customer reach, and help drive sales. The conversation explored how city-level tools can serve as accessible marketing platforms for small operators seeking broader exposure. Attendees also discussed the importance of financial access, including barriers many women entrepreneurs face when seeking loans or financing. The dialogue highlighted the need for continued collaboration between civic leadership and community-based ecosystems to strengthen equitable pathways to capital and business growth.
"Visibility and financing are deeply connected," said Jennifer Franco, Founder and CEO of Fempreneur Poder Hub. "When women-led microbusinesses are seen, supported, and strategically positioned, they generate revenue, stability, and reinvestment within our neighborhoods."
Building on the momentum of this civic-centered dialogue, Fempreneur Poder Hub will host a ticketed Women's History Month Gathering on Saturday, March 21st, designed to continue strengthening Chicago's microbusiness ecosystem through collaboration and shared economic strategy.
The March 21st experience will include:
A light breakfast
Curated networking among creators, entrepreneurs, and allies
On-site sales of the Illinois 2026 Microbusiness Calendar
Intentional dialogue focused on expanding visibility and storytelling
The March 21st gathering is intentionally community-centered, focused on moving from dialogue to sustained economic action.
Tickets are currently available at: https://givebutter.com/TUSWIv
For media inquiries, partnerships, or sponsorship opportunities, contact:
Jennifer Franco
Fempreneur Poder Hub
Email: fempreneurpoderhub@gmail.com
Website: www.fempreneurpoder.com
Jennifer Franco
Founder & CEO
Fempreneur Poder Hub
Email: fempreneurpoderhub@gmail.com
Website: www.fempreneurpoder.com
Fempreneur Poder Hub is a nonprofit organization in Illinois whose mission is to empower women of color and allies to build thriving businesses by providing accessible education, resources, and community support that dismantles barriers and nurtures success.
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