Woman Owned Business Certification

Illinois SBA™ enables business owners to give purchasing managers, contractors, lenders, customers, and others business partners evidence their company is owned by one of more females1 and is registered with Woman Owned Business Certification. Female business owners are receiving more opportunities from government and Corporate America; greater visibility in media; and gaining leadership roles throughout society. Illinois SBA™ Business Certification verifies the certification status of up to 2.8 million Illinois-registered companies and is the most transparent certification offered in the state of Illinois.

Requirements

  • 51% or More of the Company's Ownership Interest Must Be of the Female Gender.
  • Company Must Be Registered in the State of Illinois.

Who's Eligible

  • United States of America Citizens.
  • Resident Aliens and other Foreigners Possessing
    a U.S. Immigration Visa.
  • Non-U.S. Citizens Operating a Registered Business Within the state of Illinois.
   

Reasons for Certification

  • Establish Company Image & Reputation
  • Solicit Community & Peer Recognition
  • Exhibit Company Pride & Honor
  • Publicize Company Ownership Structure
  • Distinguish Oneself from Competitors
  • Be a Role Model for Girls & Young Women

Certification Package Includes

  • Illinois SBA™ Certification Number
  • Signed Letter of Certification
  • Certification Certificate
  • Certification Seals & Decals
  • 24-Hour Online Verification
  • 24-Hour Cellular Phone Verification

Illinois SBA™ Woman Owned Business Certification does not require audited financial statements; no classroom or course attendance; no minimum years in operation; and no "on-site examination" of your company's office is required. Woman Owned Business Certification is extremely beneficial for new companies, home-based businesses, established corporations, or any other female-owned organization as marketing used to generate customer interest and potential clients.

APPLY FOR WOMAN OWNED BUSINESS CERTIFICATION
 
24-Hour Cellular Phone Verification

Diversity Among Fortune 500 CEOs

Women = 8.1%
Men = 91.9%
1. Illinois SBA™ Terms of Service.