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Welcome to
Women's Business Council of Champaign County
Women’s Business Council (WBC) serves women of all ages. Formed in 1985, we are dedicated to building strong bonds.
What's Happening
August Luncheon Guest Speaker
JENNA MANOLAKES
Executive Director of Champaign Center Partnership
coordinator@champaigncenter.com
Thursday, August 28th from 11:30 am - 1:00 pm
Jenna Manolakes joined the Champaign Center Partnership as the Marketing and Events Coordinator in September 2021 and was promoted to Executive Director in 2024. She is originally from Champaign but for college decided to give a different U of I a try and received her bachelor’s degree in creative writing from the University of Illinois in Chicago.
September Luncheon Guest Speaker
Susan Northrup
3 Steps to Set Boundaries
Susan will explore common pitfalls that keep even strong, intelligent and capable women from setting, communicating, or defending boundaries effectively. You’ll walk away with a simple 3-step process for setting a boundary on the spot — so you can say a no-guilt no and a feel-good yes.
Community Support
Jump Start Scholarship Award Winners
Volunteer Opportunities
Make a difference in our community
When we give our time we make a lasting impact on those we serve. Gather with fellow WBC members and show up for our partnering organizations.
Jump Start Scholarship Award Winners
Jump Start Scholarship Award Winners
Jump Start Scholarship Award Winners
The 2025 WBC Scholarship winners are:
- Avery Watson (Unity High School)
- Molley Baxley (Unity High School)
- Jaeden Haverland (Rantoul High School)
Congratulations Ladies!
Become a Member
Jump Start Scholarship Award Winners
Become a Member
Time to renew your membership or join our group for the first time!
Membership dues are only $50 through 2025!