Woman-Owned Business Enterprise (WBE) A woman-owned business enterprise is described as one which is 51% owned and operated by a woman and in the case of a public company, 51% of the ownership is with one or more women. In addition to the above, to qualify for certification the following criteria must also be met: WBE must demonstrate proof of effective management and control of the business operations WBE must demonstrate contribution of capital and/or expertise WBE must be a U.S. citizen or maintain resident alien status If your company is certified as a woman-owned business enterprise (WBE), you will be required to provide proof of certification in order to participate in the TRW Automotive Supplier Diversity Program. For more information regarding certification, visit the WBENC website: http://wbenc.org