About Us
Where Ambition Meets Opportunity
About QWN
QWN is a transformative network dedicated to elevating women entrepreneurs and professionals in Pierre from subsistence to transformational leadership. We focus on the often-overlooked middle-tier businesswomen, providing them with the tools, training, and connections needed to scale their businesses and assume leadership positions across business and political spheres.
Our Vision
Queentrepreneur Women’s Network (QWF) is revolutionizing the landscape of women’s entrepreneurship in Africa. We are more than a network – we are an economic ecosystem designed specifically for women who are asking “WHAT NEXT?” Our community supports ambitious entrepreneurs ready to transform their businesses from subsistence to transformational enterprises.
Our Unique Approach
We operate as a functioning economy where participation directly translates to value. Through our innovative points system (QWPTS), members earn tangible benefits while building their businesses. This system creates a self-sustaining ecosystem where active participation drives both individual and collective growth.
Why We are different
Our Unique Value Proposition
- Targeted support for mid-level women entrepreneurs
- Innovative points-based reward system (QWN Points)
- Practical, hands-on collaborative projects
- Technology-driven business transformation
- Comprehensive legal and accounting support
Our Impact Vision
Individual Growth
- Business transformation.
- Skill enhancement.
- Market expansion.
- Financial growth
- Professional development
Community Impact
- Economic empowerment.
- Knowledge multiplication.
- Resource optimization.
- Market creation.
- Sustainable growth.
Societal Change
- Women's economic advancement.
- Job creation.
- Market development.
- Innovation promotion.
- Economic growth.
core focus areas
Partner | Sponsor | Collaborate
QWN is a pioneering organization dedicated to transforming mid-level women entrepreneurs and professionals from subsistence operators to transformational leaders. We recognize a critical gap in the entrepreneurial ecosystem: while many programs focus on grassroots-level support, there’s insufficient attention paid to women who have established businesses but need help scaling to the next level.
Leadership Development
Business Leadership:
Equipping women with advanced management skills.
Political Engagement:
Preparing women for leadership roles in politics and governance.
Decision-Making:
Developing strategic thinking and executive decision-making capabilities.
Community Impact:
Creating pathways for successful women to mentor others.
Business Transformation
Scaling Strategies:
Moving businesses from subsistence to transformation.
Digital Integration:
Modernizing traditional businesses through technology.
Market Expansion:
Opening new markets and customer segments.
Operational Excellence:
Implementing professional business systems and processes.