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A finalist in the 2018 WBENC Student Entrepreneur Program, Lisa Guerrera is CEO of Skinno, an app that scans complicated skincare ingredients labels and translates them into an easy to understand language.
A finalist in the 2018 WBENC Student Entrepreneur Program, Jenny Leung is founder of BellaNove, a subscription-based rentable maternity wardrobe service.
A finalist in the 2018 WBENC Student Entrepreneur Program, Audrey Awasom is president and CEO of Noble Uprising, a unique philanthropic initiative to supporting job creation for women in homeless shelters through workforce development programs and business partnerships.
A finalist in the 2018 WBENC Student Entrepreneur Program, Whitney Jones is owner and CEO of Liv, a wholesale women’s apparel manufacturer catered to everyday women who wear sizes 14 to 36.
Check out this month’s curated list of articles, news stories, and perspectives from entrepreneurs we think you might find interesting from around the WBENC network.
From June 18-21, more than 4500 women entrepreneurs, senior executives and supplier diversity professionals, and partner organizations gathered in Detroit, Michigan to connect, collaborate, learn, network, and more importantly, make business happen.
WBENC Corporate Member Google hosted 40 diverse suppliers at their Ann Arbor offices for the Google Digital Excellence Program, a two-and-a-half-day program led by Google and the Tuck School of Business featuring digital marketing insights and best practices from faculty from the Tuck School of Business, leading chief marketing officers and leaders from Google.
It started with inspiration, business and networking. It ended with shopping, art, karaoke and dancing. Could you design a better day? Day two of the National Conference & Business Fair was jam-packed with opportunities to discover new business opportunities, new contacts, new resources, and new talents - who knew the WBENC network was filled with so many great singers and artists?
The 2018 National Conference & Business Fair kicked into high gear on Tuesday, starting bright and early in the morning with another engaging NextGen Meeting and WEInnovate sessions, and ending with a lovely gathering in the Cobo Center Atrium for our Welcome Reception & Silent Auction. Here are some of the highlights from Tuesday, as well as a quick summary of what's on tap for our most popular day of conference - Business Fair day!
It's finally here! We are so excited to welcome you all to Detroit for the 2018 National Conference & Business Fair. We've already had a productive and energizing start so far in the Motor City with our pre-conference day. As we look forward to the official kick-off on Tuesday, here are a few things to keep on your radar and a summary of today's highlights in case missed it.
WBENC and Sustainability Sponsors, Pacific Gas & Electric and INTREN, want to ensure all attendees have a strong awareness of the importance of sustainability at our National Conference & Business Fair.
As the momentum builds for the National Conference & Business Fair, President & CEO Pamela Prince-Eason shares what she is most looking forward to, as well as preparation tips for WBEs and Corporate Members to get the most out of the event.
WBENC is proud to announce the 22 student entrepreneurs selected for the prestigious 2018 WBENC Student Entrepreneur Program (SEP) at WBENC's National Conference & Business Fair in Detroit, Michigan from June 19-21.
Check out this month’s curated list of articles, news stories, and perspectives from entrepreneurs we think you might find interesting from around the WBENC network.
Brenda Loube, Co-Founder and President of Corporate Fitness Works, shares details about the Corporate FItness Works HealthTrails challenge at this year’s National Conference & Business Fair and why it’s about more than just steps.
Lynn Perenic, President & CEO of Argent Tape & Label, shares her take on two “life-changing” management styles and how using both in tandem could help improve your business.
The Great Lakes Women’s Business Council shares their tips on what not to miss in the Detroit during the 2018 WBENC National Conference & Business Fair.
Certification is just a starting point. Read some of our favorite pieces of advice from WBEs on how to make the most out of WBENC certification, opportunities and resources.
Read our Q&A with Tony Tomczak, who shares some career insights, industry trends, what he’s reading right now, and advice for women entrepreneurs.
After 28 years in business and at the helm of one of the largest WBENC-Certified promotional product agencies, Janie Goldberg, President and CEO of OmniSource Marketing, has mastered the art of the pitch. Here she shares her expert advice on how to perfect your elevator pitch, what to include, what to avoid, and why practice makes perfect.
Check out this month’s curated list of articles, news stories, and perspectives from entrepreneurs we think you might find interesting from around the WBENC network.
Adient, one of America’s Top Corporations for Women’s Business Enterprises, shares a look into the future of automotive seating – and how diverse suppliers will play a role.
Read our interview with Angela Henderson on where she draws her inspiration from, her advice to women entrepreneurs, and a few of her favorite career moments.
Attend a free one-day event on June 26, 2018 in Washington DC to learn how to grow your business through government contracting, corporate procurement and exporting.
Watch a video interview with Lauren Aitch of Our Own Apparel about her experience at last year’s National Conference & Business Fair as a newly certified WBE, and what she is looking forward to this year in her home state of Michigan.
Entrepreneurial Winning Women is a competitive award and executive education program that identifies a select group of high-potential women entrepreneurs whose businesses show real potential to scale – and then helps them do it.
Kouhaila Hammer, Chairman and CEO of G-Tech Services, a WBENC-Certified WBE, shares her insights on how her regular exercise routine helped her become a more effective leader for her business.
Emily Morgan, Founder and President of Delegate Solutions, a WBENC-Certified WBE, shares her insights on how you can overcome any delegation anxiety and help your business grow.
Read a message from WBENC President and CEO Pamela Prince-Eason featuring news, insights, and highlights from this year's Summit & Salute.
UPCOMING EVENTS
For more events, visit WBENC's online calendar.
This 60-minute training session is an introduction to the WBENCLink2.0 database for WBENC Corporate & Government Member users only. During this training, you will learn about the main system functionality including system navigation, account management, searching for WBE suppliers, accessing certificates, as well as searching and exporting the WBE certified directory.
Learn more and register: https://wbenc.wbenclink.org
This 60-minute training session is an introduction to the WBENCLink2.0 database for WBENC Corporate & Government Member users only. During this training, you will learn about the main system functionality including system navigation, account management, searching for WBE suppliers, accessing certificates, as well as searching and exporting the WBE certified directory.
Learn more and register: https://wbenc.wbenclink.org
Join us for Business Works Expo, featuring one-on-one matchmaker meetings, WBE Speed Connect, keynote lunch with Spend Awards presentation, half day trade expo (with WBE and corporate exhibitors), silent auction and networking reception. You don't want to miss this exciting and impactful event.
WBEC-West 15th Annual Strategic Procurement Opportunity Conference will provide you the resources needed to build sustainable relationships with procurement and supplier diversity professionals in order to grow your business to the next level of success. This year’s event will have smaller industry specific symposiums, which will allow you the opportunity to dialog and connect with procurement and supplier diversity professionals in a more meaningful way, while learning about the latest trends and industry specific opportunities within your target markets.
Learn How to Master the Game of Procurement in this two-and-a-half-day event while building sustainable relationships during the symposiums, connection luncheon, matchmaker opportunities, strategic mini0connections and round table meetings with corporate partners, primes, government agencies and fellow WBEs. Join your new connections and top off the event in style at our annual awards dinner on Wednesday, September 12, 2018.
SUCCESSFULLY NAVIGATE THE FEDERAL CONTRACTING INDUSTRY AND WIN FEDERAL CONTRACTS BY KNOWING THE RULES AND UNDERSTANDING THE STRATEGIES
ChallengeHER works specifically with the Women-Owned Small Business (WOSB) federal contracting program as a tool to help leverage federal awards, learn the federal procurement process, and to connect with the right people.
With this knowledge, you are much better positioned to grow your business and increase your revenue.
The WBDC Connect & Celebrate: Chicago Conference is the annual gathering of our local and regional women business owners and corporate, government, and community partners for a day of learning, connecting, and celebrating our award winners.
This 60-minute training session is an introduction to the WBENCLink2.0 database for WBENC Corporate & Government Member users only. During this training, you will learn about the main system functionality including system navigation, account management, searching for WBE suppliers, accessing certificates, as well as searching and exporting the WBE certified directory.
Learn more and register: https://wbenc.wbenclink.org
This 60-minute training session is an introduction to the WBENCLink2.0 database for WBENC Corporate & Government Member users only. During this training, you will learn about the main system functionality including system navigation, account management, searching for WBE suppliers, accessing certificates, as well as searching and exporting the WBE certified directory.
Learn more and register: https://wbenc.wbenclink.org
This 60-minute training session is an introduction to the WBENCLink2.0 database for WBENC Corporate & Government Member users only. During this training, you will learn about the main system functionality including system navigation, account management, searching for WBE suppliers, accessing certificates, as well as searching and exporting the WBE certified directory.
Learn more and register: https://wbenc.wbenclink.org
This 60-minute training session is an introduction to the WBENCLink2.0 database for WBENC Corporate & Government Member users only. During this training, you will learn about the main system functionality including system navigation, account management, searching for WBE suppliers, accessing certificates, as well as searching and exporting the WBE certified directory.
Learn more and register: https://wbenc.wbenclink.org
This 60-minute training session is an introduction to the WBENCLink2.0 database for WBENC Corporate & Government Member users only. During this training, you will learn about the main system functionality including system navigation, account management, searching for WBE suppliers, accessing certificates, as well as searching and exporting the WBE certified directory.
Learn more and register: https://wbenc.wbenclink.org
This 60-minute training session is an introduction to the WBENCLink2.0 database for WBENC Corporate & Government Member users only. During this training, you will learn about the main system functionality including system navigation, account management, searching for WBE suppliers, accessing certificates, as well as searching and exporting the WBE certified directory.
Learn more and register: https://wbenc.wbenclink.org
This 60-minute training session is an introduction to the WBENCLink2.0 database for WBENC Corporate & Government Member users only. During this training, you will learn about the main system functionality including system navigation, account management, searching for WBE suppliers, accessing certificates, as well as searching and exporting the WBE certified directory.
Learn more and register: https://wbenc.wbenclink.org
WBENC’s Summit & Salute is a three-day event that will be held March 11-13, 2018. The Summit consists of industry-focused workshop sessions, procurement connection opportunities, inspiring keynote speakers, networking receptions and more. The Salute! gala is a festive evening that honors and celebrates various groups throughout the WBENC network. The 2019 Summit & Salute will take place in Houston, Texas.
The National Conference & Business Fair is the largest conference of its kind for women business owners in the U.S. The WBENC National Conference & Business Fair is attended by Women’s Business Enterprises (WBEs); senior executives and procurement representatives from the Fortune 500 and the U.S. Government; and select partner organizations whose missions align with WBENC’s vision of expanding women’s business opportunities in the marketplace. With three days of robust programming, the conference features lectures and presentations from today’s thought leaders, engaging panel discussions, 1:1 MatchMaker sessions, networking receptions, and a notable Business Fair.
The first place winner of the 2018 WBENC Student Entrepreneur Program Pitch Competition, Danya Sherman is Founder and CEO of KnoNap and creator of a cocktail napkin capable of testing for the presence of specific rape-drugs.