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Celebrate American Business Women's Day on September 22 and honor the amazing women who have made an impact in business! This day was created in 1982 by a group of inspiring female entrepreneurs to recognize and celebrate the accomplishments of strong, successful businesswomen. It's also meant to encourage more women to pursue their dreams and become leaders in their respective industries.
<div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1949</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>ABWA Founded</div><div class='timeline-text'>The American Business Women's Association (ABWA) was founded to bring together businesswomen of diverse backgrounds and to provide opportunities for them to help themselves.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1982</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Declaration of Holiday</div><div class='timeline-text'>September 22 was declared as 'American Business Women's Day' by a congressional resolution and a proclamation by President Ronald Reagan.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2009</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Women Majority in Workforce</div><div class='timeline-text'>Women became the majority in the workforce for the first time in US history, according to Bureau of Labor Statistics.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2013</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Increase in Women-Led Businesses</div><div class='timeline-text'>A report by American Express OPEN estimated that there were over 8.6 million women-owned businesses in the United States, reflecting an impressive growth.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2020</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Impact of the Pandemic</div><div class='timeline-text'>The COVID-19 pandemic significantly affected women in business, shedding light on gender inequities and sparking conversations about work-life balance and remote work.</div></div></div>
<div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>1</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Organize a networking event</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Bring together local businesswomen to connect and make meaningful connections. You can host an online or in-person event that celebrates women in business.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>2</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Host a panel discussion</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Invite inspiring women to discuss their experiences as entrepreneurs, innovators and leaders in the business world. Ask questions about their successes and challenges to paint a picture of what it takes to be successful.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>3</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Create a scholarship</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Set up a scholarship for women in business who are looking for financial assistance for college or professional development opportunities. This will help empower young women to achieve their dreams.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>4</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Volunteer with a charity</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Lend your time and expertise to a non profit organization that is dedicated to helping businesswomen succeed. You can help mentor, provide career advice or create workshops on topics such as leadership, marketing and finance.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>5</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Attend a conference</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Look for conferences specifically geared towards businesswomen and attend as many as you can. They are great places to learn more about the industry and make valuable connections with other like minded individuals.</p></div></div>
<div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>A</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>It recognizes the accomplishments of women in business</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>American Business Women's Day is a time to celebrate and recognize the success of female entrepreneurs and business professionals. It's an important reminder that women possess a wide range of skills and talents that can be used to drive economic growth, contribute to job creation, create new opportunities for their families, and support their communities.</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>B</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>It encourages more women to pursue entrepreneurship</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Although more and more women are getting involved in the world of business, there is still much progress to be made. Celebrating American Business Women's Day reminds us of the importance of having equal representation in the workforce, and encourages more women to take on leadership roles in business and follow their dreams of starting their own companies.</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>C</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>It raises awareness of workplace discrimination against women</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Unfortunately, many women still face discrimination at work due to gender stereotypes or unconscious biases. By celebrating American Business Women's Day each year, we can start conversations about inequality in the workplace, and promote initiatives that seek to improve diversity and ensure that all employees are treated fairly regardless of gender.</p></div></div>
<div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>1</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>American Business Women's Day Acts as a Platform for Women Empowerment</h3><p class='facts-content'>This day is all about promoting equity in the workplace and providing a platform for discussions around issues relating to women in business, including gender pay gap, leadership opportunities, workplace bias and barriers to entry.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>2</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Women Make Up About Half of America's Workforce</h3><p class='facts-content'>Despite many hurdles faced by women throughout history, they now comprise approximately 50% of the American workforce, holding positions in various industries and domains.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>3</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Numerous Initiatives Promote Women in Business</h3><p class='facts-content'>There are several scholarships, incubator and accelerator programs, leadership initiatives and certification programs dedicated to supporting female entrepreneurs and professionals.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>4</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>The Number of Women-Owned Businesses is Growing Rapidly</h3><p class='facts-content'>According to the National Association of Women Business Owners, the number of businesses owned by women in the US increased by 21% from 2014 to 2019, reflecting resilience, dynamism and entrepreneurial spirit of women.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>5</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Many Tech Companies Now Have Women in Leadership Roles</h3><p class='facts-content'>Despite the tech industry being traditionally male-dominated, many major tech companies now employ women in leadership positions, thereby fostering diversity and inclusion within the industry.</p></div></div>
American Business Women's Day is celebrated on September 22 every year. In 2024 American Business Women's Day will occur on a Sunday.
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