WOMEN'S BUSINESS COUNCIL (WBC)
The Women's Business Council (WBC) of the Chamber is an inclusive and dynamic network of professionals that values all people in our community and strives to create equitable opportunities. The Council fosters leadership, collaboration, and mentorship to inspire growth and success. Through shared experiences and collective support, the WBC strives to create opportunities and cultivate an environment where everyone can thrive in business and beyond.
- Alabama has an estimated 180,234 women-owned businesses, employing over 131,000 people with a combined sales of $29.2 billion .
- Alabama ranks 10th in the nation for the percentage of women-owned businesses, with 40.6% of total businesses being women-owned.
- Alabama women-owned businesses have a payroll impact totaling over $5.1 billion to the state economy.
2025 Members
PAST EVENT PHOTOS
WBC Portrait of Success
WBC Wine Down with Women Who Lead
Women in Business Luncheon with Stephanie Bryan
WBC Retreat
WBC Summer Social
Women in Business Luncheon with Helena Duncan
Woman Owned Business Day Proclamation
WBC Portrait of Success with Kimberly Byrge
WBC Luncheon with Jody Singer
WBC Luncheon with Dr. Pat Sims
WBC Wine Down with Women Who Lead
WBC Women in Missile Defense
Women-Owned Business Day proclamation with Huntsville Mayor Battle
WBC Forum- A Portrait of Success
Wine Down with Women Who Lead
WBC Meet & Greet
Empowering Women in Missile Defense
Woman Owned Business Day Proclamation with Huntsville Mayor Battle
UPCOMING EVENTS
WBC Small Business Week
Monday, May 5
Nacho Average Success Story, Women Who Rise Above
4–6 p.m. | Huntsville/Madison County Chamber
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Join us for a real-talk panel with women entrepreneurs who’ve faced the heat and come out stronger. Whether you're just getting started or scaling your hustle, this conversation will fuel your next bold move. Come for the inspiration, stay for the queso.
Tuesday, May 6
Niche to Win, How Unique Restaurant Concepts Are Shaping Success
11:30 a.m.–1 p.m. | Huntsville/Madison County Chamber
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Thinking about starting your own restaurant, food truck, or niche business? Learn from four local restauranteurs who have carved out their own niches and found success in the competitive food industry.
Wednesday, May 7
Ready to Fuel Your Business Growth?
9–10:30 a.m. | Huntsville/Madison County Chamber
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Join us for an engaging panel discussion with top banking and finance experts as they share insider tips on preparing your business for capital funding success!
Thursday, May 8
Small Business Launch: Insights from Pitch Competition & Accelerator Participants?
4–6 p.m. | The Belle @ Stovehouse (3414 Governors Dr SW, Huntsville, AL 35805)
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Join us for a dynamic discussion featuring winners of local pitch competitions and graduates of accelerator programs as they share their experiences navigating the startup journey.
RESOURCES
Starting this Saturday, March 1, employers in Alabama can reserve Childcare Tax Credits. Read more.
MEMBER HIGHLIGHTS
WHNT
Remarkable Women: Annie Saylor
March 25, 2025
Huntsville Business Journal
Sit Down With Success: A Conversation with Annie Saylor of SimTech
March 1, 2024
Huntsville Hustle Podcast
Episode 21: Lauren Marsh: President and Co-Founder Ridgeline Construction Roofing & Exteriors
Huntsville Hustle Podcast
Episode 14: Veronica Cram Founder of InSight Strategic Solutions
QUESTIONS? CONTACT:
Ashley Engles-Ross
Vice President, Small Business
Chamber Liaison for the WBC
256-535-2043
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