First Women’s Bank is the only commercial bank in the nation strategically built on a bold mission: to grow the economy and elevate the role of women within it. We bring deep expertise to the small business economy nationally with a strategic, but not exclusive, focus on the women’s economy with the goal of closing the gender lending gap.
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Nicole Cater had always dreamed of owning a coffee shop. From her early days as a barista to studying entrepreneurship at DePaul, the vision never left her. Life took her through corporate roles and motherhood, but the dream lingered, until she discovered the franchising opportunity with BIGGBY COFFEE. Its values…
Allison Randal has always believed in the power of economic opportunity. With a background in tech and publishing, she understood the uncertainty of those industries and wanted to build something more stable, something that could create pathways for others. When she discovered the chance to open PVolve franchises, it wasn’t just about fitness; it…
Soul & Smoke is a Chicago-based, women-owned restaurant founded by Heather Bublick and her husband, D’Andre Carter, who serves as the executive chef. More than just incredible BBQ and soul food, Soul & Smoke is a celebration of family, culture, and a shared love for flavorful meals. Heather and D’Andre’s journey began with a vision…
Dr. Kimberly Eide didn’t take the traditional path to medicine – or to business ownership. After earning a business degree and working in pharmaceutical sales, she felt a deeper calling: medicine. Inspired by her mother’s battle with breast cancer, she returned to school at night while raising a family, determined to care for others…
Whether you’re starting your own healthcare practice or simply seeking a banking partner that shares your sense of purpose, we’re here to support you with thoughtful, personalized financial solutions designed around your goals.
Business Money IQ on First Women’s Bank’s Resource Center offers practical financial education, including video demos and advice to boost your business acumen and confidence.
Money IQ is FWB’s financial literacy hub — offering interactive tools, articles, and resources to help you build your financial knowledge, confidence, and money management skills.
First Women's Bank offers business checking, lending, treasury management, and digital banking, empowering businesses with equitable access to capital and financial tools.
First Women's Bank provides commercial loans for equipment, inventory, vehicles, and real estate, supporting equitable access to capital and growth.
First Women's Bank offers SBA 7(a) and 504 loans to support women entrepreneurs in acquiring or expanding businesses, such as purchasing commercial real estate.
In Fast Company, First Women’s Bank CEO Marianne Markowitz shares how the women-founded, women-led bank was built to close the gender lending gap and advance the women’s economy.
