The Policy Circle’s Entrepreneur Outreach Initiative
The Power of Civic Engagement for Women Entrepreneurs
As an entrepreneur, you've already taken the bold step of bringing your ideas to life, shaping not just your own future but also creating opportunities within your community.
Your journey uniquely positions you to influence the broader landscape in which your business operates.
Civic engagement represents a powerful extension of your entrepreneurial spirit, offering a pathway to directly impact the policies and decisions that shape your environment.
What is The Policy Circle?
The Policy Circle is a nonpartisan, 501c3 non-profit organization that informs, equips, and connects curious, action-oriented women who believe in the power of free enterprise, entrepreneurialism, and personal agency. Through a diverse array of resources and programs, The Policy Circle cultivates civic literacy and engagement. Our community members read Policy Briefs for balanced, fact-based information, join Circles across the country to start conversations within their communities, and tune into programming and events featuring thought leaders who offer fresh perspectives. Join The Policy Circle, take advantage of these resources, and stay in touch by connecting with us here.
Two Paths to Get Involved:
- Through the TPC Network: Join The Policy Circle, access our resources, and connect with like-minded women across the nation to engage in meaningful discussions and action-oriented initiatives.
- Through CLER (Civic Leadership Engagement Roadmap): One of the most impactful ways we foster civic engagement is through CLER, our 3-month, self-paced leadership program. The Policy Circle’s Entrepreneur Initiative unleashes new opportunities for women entrepreneurs, business owners, and professionals with a high-quality and self-paced CLER curriculum. A limited number of scholarships are available and can be requested once accepted into the program.
Engaging civically goes beyond voting; it's about actively participating in the fabric of your local community.
Why Civic Engagement Matters for You
Engaging civically is about lending your voice to the economic development boards, planning, and zoning commissions that make decisions affecting your business and community’s future.
Here’s why this matters for you as an entrepreneur/business leader:
Influence Policy Decisions: Your insights as a business owner are invaluable. By engaging in civic matters, you ensure that the needs and perspectives of local businesses are considered in policy-making, leading to a more favorable business environment.
Strengthen Your Community: Your involvement can lead to more effective and inclusive economic development strategies for small businesses, promoting a thriving community that benefits all its members.
Amplify Your Impact: As a woman in the entrepreneurial world, your participation sends a powerful message about the importance of women’s leadership in public spaces, inspiring others to follow suit.
The Entrepreneur’s Advantage in Civic Engagement
Your journey as an entrepreneur has already changed the local landscape. Imagine the impact you can make by extending your leadership beyond your business, into the heart of your community. This is an invitation to step into a role that not only enhances your business’s growth potential but also contributes to the prosperity and well-being of your community.
If this resonates with you, it’s time to take the next step in your leadership journey with CLER. Apply Today!
Your voice is critical - we are here to help you amplify that voice. Let's embark on this journey together, shaping a brighter future for our communities and businesses.
About CLER:
The Civic Leadership Engagement Roadmap (CLER) is The Policy Circle’s self-paced, experiential leadership program that takes participants from having general civic knowledge to becoming civic leaders.
This unique leadership program features:
- one-on-one mentoring to provide personalized, practical guidance regarding how to navigate local policy;
- specific entrepreneur-focused small groups;
- networking opportunities; and
- activities designed to build solid connections with local policy leaders and decision-makers.
The Policy Circle’s Entrepreneur Initiative unleashes new opportunities for women entrepreneurs, business owners, and professionals with a high-quality and self-paced CLER curriculum. A limited number of scholarships are available and can be requested once accepted into the program.
Apply Today
Apply today to join us for the next CLER 1.0 cohort June 1 – August 31!
Application deadline is May 17, 2024.
The Policy Circle’s Entrepreneur Initiative is made possible through the generosity of The Bowe Stewart Foundation. Learn more about this effort by contacting Jillian Ryan, Entrepreneur Outreach Fellow, at outreach@thepolicycircle.org.