Women's Business Development Council
Katherine Torres is an experienced professional with a strong background in small business development and support, currently serving as the Spanish Language Small Business Program Manager at the Women's Business Development Council since February 2023. With a diverse career, Katherine has held leadership roles including District Leader at Primerica and CEO of K Torres Business Consulting, LLC, where services include counseling small businesses on procurement strategies. Past positions also include Minority and Women-owned Business Enterprise Manager at URBAN HEALTH PLAN, INC. and Business Specialist roles at South Bronx Overall Economic Development Corporation and JPMorgan Chase & Co. Katherine holds a BBA in Business Administration from Lehman College, earned between 2003 and 2005.
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Women's Business Development Council
Founded in 1997 as a 501(c) (3) not-for-profit organization, the Women’s Business Development Council (WBDC) is one of over 120 SBA supported women’s business centers nationwide. WBDC helps clients increase productivity, maximize preparation, earn money, and continue to achieve their personal and professional business dreams. •WBDC’s small business training and counseling educates, empowers and guides the aspiring, emerging and established entrepreneur throughout their small business venture. •Financial coaching is tailored to individual needs and goals for the purpose of creating a stable financial future and improved quality of life. Components of the program include: Budget Coaching, Seminars and Long-term Financial Coaching addressing credit related issues, increasing personal wealth and saving for long-term goals. •Workshops and one-on-one career coaching and counseling for those who are unemployed or who are willing to explore other professional avenues in order to reach their career goals. Women and men enrolled in WBDC programs become more effective employers and employees with the potential to grow their business, advance their career and increase their income