Benetrends Blog

A recent study in Harvard Business Review highlights the challenges some women entrepreneurs face when securing funding. However, despite some perceived bias in certain funding streams, there are considerable resources available to show how women entrepreneurs can...

A wary commercial lending climate and a history of gender bias in the banking industry have made it more challenging for women entrepreneurs seeking start-up funding for small businesses.  Fortunately, however, there are several government-backed loan...

Women entrepreneurs are a powerful part of today’s economy. Their business acumen, intelligence, and resilience are among the many reasons women make such an impactful contribution.  Here are five reasons the world needs more women entrepreneurs.  1....

Bold. Innovative. Fearless. Visionary. These are a few of the words used to describe some of the remarkable women entrepreneurs who have built impressive companies, employed thousands, and helped fuel economic activity worldwide. Here are eight amazing women to...

Women entrepreneurs are a fast-rising segment within the United States and globally. Buoyed by pioneering role models, fearless millennials and innovative funding opportunities, women are taking their rightful place in entrepreneurial leadership. A look at the...

When you are thinking about owning a franchise, understanding the costs of starting up your business and how to finance those costs is critical. Having a clear sense as to what it takes to open the doors varies from franchise to franchise, but there are...

If you are thinking about owning a franchise, there are many skills and experiences that will lead to positive outcomes. The lures of small-business ownership are compelling: autonomy, control, and influence are yours. There is an opportunity to make a lot of money....

Is choosing a franchise the right business opportunity for you? Franchising allows you to leverage a proven business model with a structured approach to the work while still maintaining autonomy. Thus, a franchise opportunity can give you...