Virginia Chapter of Women Entreprenuers of America

Women Entrepreneurs of America, Inc. is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit, membership based women's organization celebrating 10 years of service!

Mission

The mission of WEA, Inc. is to "empower and support" women, young girls, and now men in business. We will expand and enhance the lives of its members and the African-American community through quality programs, training and education, volunteerism, and leadership development.

About the founder

Yolanda Lamar-Wilder, Founder and National President, founded WEA, Inc. in November 2002. Mrs. Lamar-Wilder extended an invitation to over 100 women in business and those who wanted to start their own businesses to come together and discuss social, economic and legislative issues in Greater Cleveland, Ohio and across the nation. After much evaluation and several months of thoughtful planning and documentation, Women Entrepreneurs Of America, Inc. was officially chartered in November 2002.

Our efforts are in providing resources to entrepreneurs and "women in transition". A portion of our membership fees and proceeds go to the “WEA Women in Transitioning Fund” as well as training, workshops conferences, and ex-offenders reentry programs. Please pass this on to other like-minded women in your circle!