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REACH Women’s Business Center

The Reach Women’s Business Center is uniquely in-tune with the needs of small business, both in the start-up and existing business phases. We also know that to be successful, you need access to resources that help you gain knowledge and receive the guidance and support required to succeed.

our mission

As a project of The Catalyst, the mission of the Women’s Business Center is to help women start and grow small businesses in Central Alabama. In so doing, we aim to empower women in all stages of business as a premier resource to provide as many opportunities as possible.


you have questions

We have answers! We provide training surrounding topics like obtaining funding, marketing your capabilities for impact, banking, financing & accounting, HR & developing your workforce, how to navigate the difficulties that come with scaling your idea into a profitable business and much more.


Receive 1-on-1 help from expert coaches

As a Client of The Catalyst, you will have unlimited access to subject matter experts through free one-on-one business coaching. Do you have questions about Legal issues, accounting, marketing, government contracting or just general Business matters? To best serve you, we gather professionals who are experts in their field who share their knowledge, resources, and time dedicated to helping you achieve your business goals. Catalyst coaches will guide you through the right steps for you to achieve your goals.

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The REACH Women’s Business Center is funded in part by a cooperative agreement with the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA). The SBA’s funding is not an endorsement of any products, opinions, or services. All SBA-funded programs are extended to the public on a nondiscriminatory basis.




Funding Disclosure, in accordance with Section 632 of Public Law 117-328:

The REACH Women’s Business Center:
Federal Share: 50% – $150,000.00
Non-Federal Share: 50% – $150,000.00
Total Program Cost: $300,00.00