Across Liberia, women entrepreneurs are shattering glass ceilings, transforming industries, and building economic resilience. These inspiring leaders are not just running businesses—they're creating opportunities, empowering communities, and rewriting the narrative of Liberian entrepreneurship.
In Liberia's formal sector
Compared to industry averages
By women entrepreneurs in 2025
Pioneering Women Entrepreneurs
Sarah K. Johnson
Founder, Green Fields Agro
Transformed a small family farm into a $2M export business, creating 150+ jobs for rural women. Winner of LBA 2024 Agriculture Excellence Award.
"We started with just 5 acres and a dream. Today, we export to 3 countries and have trained over 200 women in sustainable farming."
Patience M. Cooper
CEO, TechWomen Liberia
Built West Africa's first women-focused tech incubator, training 500+ young women in coding and digital skills. Secured $1M in venture funding.
"Technology is the great equalizer. We're ensuring Liberian women aren't just users of tech, but creators and innovators."
Grace T. Roberts
Founder, Liberian Fashion Collective
Revitalized traditional Liberian textile arts, creating a luxury fashion brand that showcases at Paris Fashion Week. Employs 85 local artisans.
"Our textiles tell stories. Each piece carries the history and spirit of Liberian craftsmanship to the world stage."
Overcoming Challenges
"Being a woman entrepreneur in Liberia means facing unique challenges—access to funding, societal expectations, balancing family and business. But it's these very challenges that make our success stories so powerful. We're not just building businesses; we're building a new narrative for Liberian women in leadership."
— Mary B. Thompson, President, Women Business Association of Liberia
Key Support Systems
Women-Led Networks
Peer mentorship and business networking groups specifically for women entrepreneurs.
Specialized Funding
Gender-responsive financing programs from development partners and local banks.
Capacity Building
Training programs in leadership, financial management, and digital skills.
The LBA Women in Business Initiative
The Liberia Business Awards has been at the forefront of recognizing and supporting women entrepreneurs:
Dedicated Categories
Women Entrepreneur of the Year and Women-Led Business Excellence awards.
Mentorship Program
Connecting established women business leaders with emerging entrepreneurs.
Growth Support
Post-award business development support and investor connections.
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Special consideration given to women-led businesses in all categories
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