501(c)(3) Nonprofit · Formerly Positive Planet US
We Exist to
Change the 22%.
Only 22% of small businesses in the US are owned by women. BizLeadhers is a nonprofit on a mission to close that gap — through programs, mentorship, and community built for women entrepreneurs.
2020
Year U.S. operations began
1,300+
Entrepreneurs trained online in the U.S.
100%
Volunteer-led organization
501(c)(3)
Nonprofit · EIN 52-2228170
Candid Seal
Platinum 2024
Transparency certified
Our Mission
Sparking positive impact
through entrepreneurship.
BizLeadhers supports women entrepreneurs at the beginning of their journey with a women's entrepreneurial lab, sparking positive impact and social change through entrepreneurship.
Our structured program offers monthly cohorts, an AI-powered platform, expert guidance, and peer networks.
Community
Mentorship
GrowthOur Leadership
The people behind BizLeadhers.
Dr. Jacques Attali
Founder & Chairman
Ingrid Gonzalez
President & Chairperson
Astrid Oyo
CEO & Director
Our Story
From Positive Planet US
to BizLeadhers.
BizLeadhers began as the U.S. operations of Positive Planet, a global nonprofit focused on economic inclusion. As the work increasingly centered on women entrepreneurs building small businesses from the ground up, the organization rebranded to BizLeadhers — a name that reflects who we serve and why.
2020
U.S. Operations Begin
Positive Planet US launches operations to support women entrepreneurs nationwide.
2024
New CEO
Astrid Oyo joins as CEO, bringing 20+ years of global executive leadership.
2024
Rebrand to BizLeadhers
Positive Planet US becomes BizLeadhers, sharpening focus on women's entrepreneurship.
2025
Growing the Lab
The Women's Entrepreneurial Lab expands with new cohorts and a growing alumni community.