Women-owned businesses play a crucial role in driving economic growth and innovation. However, the path to success has not always been equal for women entrepreneurs. To break down barriers and support their growth, mentorship and robust support structures are essential. At UPS, we recognize the importance of fostering an environment where women entrepreneurs can thrive, which is why we’ve launched the Women’s Exporters Program.
Our program was initially designed around three pillars: capacity building, access to markets, and navigating the regulatory landscape. Through targeted training and resources, we’ve had the privilege of working with over 120,000 entrepreneurs, providing them with the tools they need to succeed. Today, we find ourselves at a pivotal moment where technology, consumer behavior, and trade compliance converge. This environment provides an unprecedented opportunity to further accelerate action. Women entrepreneurs have been actively learning and training to prepare their businesses for this new landscape.
As we push forward, it’s crucial to emphasize the power of mentorship. Connecting experienced entrepreneurs with those who are just starting on their journey can foster a spirit of collaboration and innovation. Mentorship provides a platform for sharing knowledge and experiences, helping to build confidence and sharpen skills among women entrepreneurs.
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Maria Luisa Boyce
UPS Vice President of Global Public Affairs
María Luisa Boyce is Vice President of International Policy for Global Public Affairs, bringing more than 25 years of experience and leadership in international trade, customs affairs and cross-border trade. In her current role, she is part of the team working on Capitol Hill, Washington D.C., United States, advocating for UPS’ priorities, she leads UPS’s government affairs efforts in Latin America, advocates for global policy impacting UPS’s Small Business Enterprise (SMEs) customers and leads for the Global Public Affairs team the UPS Women Exporters Program. As a policy leader, Maria Luisa participates in different roles, including as Co-Chair of the Trade Facilitation Committee of the American Business Dialogue (link), representing UPS at the Alliance for eTrade Development (link), member of the International Trade Advisory Committee (ITAC)13 of Customs Matters and Trade Facilitation, and Chair of the International Trade and Security Policy Committee with the American Trucking Association, among others.
