Women's Business Development Council
Neil Dickson is an experienced banking professional with a diverse background in business banking and financial advisory roles. Currently serving as a Volunteer Budget Coach for The Women's Business Development Council since September 2010, Neil has held various leadership positions, including VP Director of Business Banking and VP Branch Manager at Patriot Bank, N.A., from September 2014 to November 2023. Additional experience includes board membership at Stamford Historical Society and roles as a Financial Advisor at Wells Fargo Advisors and Reserve Teacher at Darien Public Schools. Educational qualifications include a Master of Science in Management from Albertus Magnus College and degrees in Business Administration and Psychology from Dalhousie University.
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