Count Me In for Women’s Economic Independence is the leading national not-for-profit provider of resources, business education and community support for women entrepreneurs seeking to grow micro businesses to million dollar enterprises. Founded in 1999, Count Me In began as the first online micro-lender, and in the following years discontinued the micro lending program in order to focus on providing the education and resources women need to grow their businesses and find funding from other sources.
Through pioneering multi-platform programs, Count Me In unleashes the full capacity of women’s entrepreneurial spirit and the striking power of women’s economic potential. This is not just another economic development program. Count Me In is fueling a mindset and a movement that promises to change the landscape of the U.S. marketplace and benefit all Americans and their families.
The economic impact of accelerating women’s business success will generate a least four million new jobs and $700 billion in economic activity. The magnitude of the opportunity, especially in the face of economic recession, is unprecedented. Leading the charge and making this vision a reality is Founder and CEO, Nell Merlino, the creative force behind Take Our Daughters to Work Day.
"It makes such a difference to be a part of a group of women that are so focused. Being validated by Count Me In really makes a difference. I feel like I have people there to support and help me — which is different from networking, because it offers tangible things from the programs with the sponsors and the people there to help."
Sandi Webster, Consultants 2 Go, LLC
Newark, NJ
2006 Make Mine a Million $ Business ™ Awardee
"… I have been able to utilize the opportunities and resources that Count Me In has made available to me. Specifically, I now understand the importance of focus and making a plan each week, and how that can increase my revenues! I've changed my way of thinking and gained more confidence in promoting my business. I still think it all began during the application process and looking at and revisiting my business plan."
Garnett Newcombe, Human Potential Consultants, LLC
Carson, CA
2006 Make Mine a Million $ Business Awardee
