Translation. Region: Russian Federal
Source: Ministry of Economic Development (Russia) – Ministry of Economic Development (Russia) –
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Nine regions of the country have summed up the results of the regional stages of the federal program "Mom-entrepreneur", aimed at supporting women with minor children or on maternity leave. Participants received grants in the amount of 150 thousand rubles to implement their projects.
"For 13 years now, the "Mom-entrepreneur" program has been giving women the opportunity to successfully start a business. This year, the program is only gaining momentum: regional stages will be held in 59 more regions, with about 3.5 thousand women taking part. It is also planned to implement individual thematic tracks," noted Deputy Minister of Economic Development of Russia Tatyana Ilyushnikova.
The program continues to inspire not only the participants, but also those who have already achieved success. Thus, within the framework of the forum of the Agency for Strategic Initiatives "Strong Ideas for a New Time", the partner and ambassador of the "Mom-entrepreneur" program, the finalist of the "Index of Business" rating, the co-founder of the cosmetics company ESTILAB Irina Amosova spoke about her business during a meeting with the President of Russia Vladimir Putin. Irina's company is a recipient of various support measures, from a place in a coworking space to R&D subsidies. This example shows how support at the start helps women scale up projects and bring them to the federal level. At this year's program, Irina will tell the participants how to grow their business within the legal framework, build long-term strategies, build environmentally friendly relationships with business partners and what to get inspired by.
At the regional stages, participants undergo an intensive course from certified trainers of the My Business Centers. During the week of training, they master key aspects of entrepreneurship, including business planning, marketing strategies, and ways to attract clients. The program also includes mentoring sessions with successful businessmen and individual consultations. In the final, mother-entrepreneurs defend their projects in front of experts, and the best of them receive grant support.
In 2025, the program underwent changes — now, when selecting, preference is given to projects aimed at developing key sectors of the economy. An example of such a business direction was the project of the winner from the Leningrad Region, Lyubov Pershina — a 3D printing studio. Her company produces components for industry and the automotive industry, and also creates souvenirs, toys and interior items.
"Participation in the program gave me an exchange of experience with interesting people. I have already opened a 3D printing and 3D modeling studio. Our advantage is high quality and precision. We make exclusive solutions!" – said Lyubov Pershina.
Inga Ankhimova became the winner of the regional stage in the Republic of Karelia. She won with the project "Ekovetvi" – a workshop for creating furniture and decor from living twigs. After receiving a subsidy and training at the Center "My Business", the woman was able to turn her hobby into a successful business. The participant dedicated her victory to her son, who will soon go to serve in the army.
"This business is love at first sight. Last year the program seemed scary, but now I am proud of my work and want to develop further," shared Inga Ankhimova.
Participants in the regional stages of the "Mama-Entrepreneur" program present projects in various business areas. For example, in the Rostov Region, Yulia Naumenko is developing the production of forged designer furniture "Aze le Rido", Alena Patrikeyeva is launching the toy factory "Dzhunto", Irina Chekulaeva – the production of raw-pressed oils "Davil". Professional dog handler Maryana Chernichkina presented an interesting project – a grooming studio and puppy school "Chernika".
The average age of female entrepreneurs is 33–40 years old, most of them are raising two children. These examples clearly demonstrate how the program helps mothers implement business ideas, combining entrepreneurship with caring for their families. The federal program "Mom-entrepreneur" is included in the list of tools of the national project "Efficient and Competitive Economy". You can find out the dates of the regional stage and apply for participation in the program on the website mamapredprinimatel.rf.
Organizer: Ministry of Economic Development of Russia
Operator – National Agency "My Business"
General partner – accounting for business "My business"
Partners — Wildberries, ESTILAB ICON SKIN
Partner bank – SBER
Grantor – Our Future Foundation
With the support of the Union of Women of Russia Product partners – VK, MIF
Information partners: 7Dney.ru and the monthly magazine “Caravan of Stories”.
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