Small Business

Workshop: Plan. Launch. Grow. Business Advising with Gwendolyn Wright

Wednesday, 1/14/2026
10:00 - 12:00
Sycip Family Conference Room - 4th Fl
Main Library

100 Larkin Street
San Francisco, CA 94102
United States

415-557-4400
Register

Get personalized guidance for your business journey. Meet one-on-one with an experienced business advisor for free, confidential support on topics like business planning, marketing, funding and growth. Whether you’re launching a new idea or strengthening an existing business, our advisors can help you take the next step. 

Free half-hour sessions are available by appointment.

Gwendolyn Wright headshot About the Advisor 
Gwendolyn Wright is the Managing Consultant of The Wright Consultants LLC, a boutique advisory firm that helps small business owners and startup founders grow strategically, access capital, and build financial resilience. With more than 30 years of experience and a track record of supporting over 4,800 businesses worldwide, she combines deep financial expertise with entrepreneurial empathy and a global perspective. A former Vice President of the San Francisco Small Business Commission and current board member of the SF Women’s Entrepreneurship Fund, Wright is dedicated to helping mission-driven entrepreneurs build thriving, sustainable businesses. 

Connect:

Wright Consultants - Website | Gwendolyn Wright - LinkedIn

Small Business

Provide support to both aspiring and existing small business owners to boost their entrepreneurial skills and success.

Workforce Development

Support individuals in building skills, credentials and work readiness needed to access, thrive and advance in employment and careers.

This program is sponsored by Friends of the San Francisco Public Library.

Attending Programs

All programs are drop-in (no registration necessary) unless otherwise noted. All SFPL locations are wheelchair accessible. For accommodations (such as ASL), call (415) 557-4557 or contact accessibility@sfpl.org. Requesting at least 3 business days in advance will help ensure availability.

This program will be conducted in English unless otherwise noted.

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