Marianne Markowitz, President & CEO First Women’s Bank
Please join us online at Suite Escape for our Digital Event featuring Marianne Markowitz, President & CEO of First Women's Bank on Friday, November 15th.
During this Marianne will discuss:
The Gender Lending Gap - For over two decades, the number of women-owned businesses has increased at twice the national average. Despite this progress, women are not scaling their businesses to their full potential due to significant barriers in accessing capital. Connecting women to capital is precisely why First Women's Bank was founded in 2021.
About First Women’s Bank - FWB is the only commercial bank in the country strategically built to help close the gender lending gap. Whether you’re a woman entrepreneur, business owner, or simply passionate about supporting womens’ initiatives, this is your chance to learn how First Women's Bank is changing the financial landscape.
FWB Mission Partners & Strategic Advisors - To execute this mission, FWB recruits deposits from individuals, organizations, and corporations that share their vision. These funds are strategically deployed to finance small businesses, with a strategic focus on supporting the women’s economy. Corporate Mission partners include companies such as BCG, Good Chaos, La-Z-Boy, United Airlines, Airbnb, Ariel Investments, TransUnion and many more who hold deposits at the bank.
FWB was founded by an incredible group of entrepreneurial women who have built a world-class community of well-known individuals who continue to advise and support the mission. As lifelong champions and advocates for equality, their support has helped tell the story of the women’s economy to a national audience. FWB’s growing list of Strategic Advisors includes Billie Jean King, Sophia Bush, Nia Batts, Allyson Felix, and Wes Felix – all of which have been instrumental allies in their journey.
This isn’t just about banking. It’s about fostering a community that values diversity, inclusion, and empowerment. With collaborative networks and educational resources, First Women’s Bank is more than just a financial institution—it’s a platform for growth and innovation! If you know of any women businesses looking for growth opportunities please contact First Women’s Bank.
Marianne Markowitz is the President & CEO of First Women’s Bank. Previously, Markowitz served as the Acting Administrator and Regional Administrator for the Small Business Administration and as an interim member of President Obama’s Cabinet.