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SUMMARY:WBEC-Pacific | Smart Growth: AI + Founder Roundtable
DESCRIPTION:Smart Growth: AI + Founder Roundtable\nAI. Ideas. Connection. Growth. \nTuesday\, October 27\, 2026\n11:00 am–1:00 pm\n\nSkanska USA Building\n400 Fairview Ave North\, Suite 1000\nSeattle\, WA 98109 \nHosted in collaboration with Skanska\, a valued WBEC Pacific corporate partner. \nWhat if AI could help you spend less time on repetitive work and more time on the work that moves your business forward? \nJoin fellow women business owners for Smart Growth: AI + Founder Roundtable\, an interactive session that combines practical AI learning with candid conversation among founders. \nPractical AI Marketing Workshop \n Kelly Sparks\, with VMG Studios\, will lead a 30–40-minute workshop exploring practical ways to put AI to work in your marketing\, sales and day-to-day business. \n  \nYou’ll explore ways to use AI to: \n\nSave time and work more efficiently\nStrengthen your marketing and communications\nStreamline everyday tasks\nReduce repetitive work\nCreate more capacity for higher-value priorities\n\n Founder Roundtable: Real Talk. Real Experiences. \nThen we’ll turn the conversation over to you. \nOur Founder Roundtable will bring women business owners together to talk candidly about what’s working\, what isn’t\, and what we’re learning as AI changes the way we run and grow our businesses. \nBring your questions. Share what you’ve tried. Learn from the experiences of other founders. You may walk away with an idea\, resource\, or connection you hadn’t considered before. \nWhat You’ll Take Away \n\nPractical AI ideas you can put to work immediately\nNew approaches to marketing and everyday business operations\nInsights from other women business owners\nSolutions and ideas generated through peer conversation\nNew connections within the WBE community\nGreater confidence experimenting with AI in your business\n\n  \nYou don’t need to be an AI expert. You just need to be curious about how it can help you work smarter and grow. \nCome ready to learn\, contribute\, and connect. \nThank you to Skanska USA Building for providing the space and helping bring our WBE community together for learning\, conversation\, and connection. \nSeating is limited\, reserve your spot today!
URL:https://www.wbenc.org/calendar/wbec-pacific-smart-growth-ai-founder-roundtable/
LOCATION:Skanska USA Building\, 400 Fairview Ave North\, Suite 1000\, Seattle\, WA\, 98109\, United States
CATEGORIES:RPO WBEC Pacific
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261027T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261027T140000
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SUMMARY:WBEC NY DMV | Why and How to Get Certified
DESCRIPTION:October 27 | 1 to 2 pm EST | Virtual\nIf you’re a 51% women-owned or operated company\, you’re just a few steps away from becoming a WBENC-Certified women’s business enterprise (WBE)!  \nAt WBEC Metro NY & Greater DMV\, fueling local economic growth through the empowerment of women business owners is our primary mission. We provide WBENC certification—the gold standard in diversity certification—at the regional level and serve as an advocate for certified women-owned businesses by providing our WBEs with resources\, programming\, network opportunities\, and recognition.  \nDo you want access to supplier diversity and procurement opportunities\, networking events with like-minded women entrepreneurs\, leadership development programs\, and exclusive resources to grow and scale your business?  \nJoin us for a 1-hour webinar and learn why the benefits of Certification go far beyond a Certification seal and the steps you can take to start your Certification process right away.  \nIn this session\, you will gain a comprehensive understanding of WBENC Certification\, including its benefits\, eligibility criteria\, the application process\, and local opportunities within your region and the larger ecosystem.  \nYou’ll also have the opportunity to address your specific questions with our WBEC Metro NY and Greater DMV staff. Reserve your spot today! \nClick Here to Register
URL:https://www.wbenc.org/calendar/wbec-ny-dmv-why-and-how-to-get-certified-4/
CATEGORIES:RPO WBEC Greater DMV,RPO WBEC Metro NY
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261027T140000
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SUMMARY:WBEC East | Doing Business with GSK
DESCRIPTION:Are you interested in doing business with GSK? \nPlease join us for an informative webinar to learn about GSK’s supplier sourcing and procurement initiatives. You’ll hear about their company’s mission\, supplier goals\, and steps to connect with their team. Come with questions and be ready to engage with fellow WBE’s who may be looking to do business with you\, too! \nGSK wants to engage with WBEs like you to discuss potential procurement opportunities\, so register to learn the business requirements to become a supplier today!
URL:https://www.wbenc.org/calendar/wbec-east-doing-business-with-gsk-4/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Networking Event,RPO WBEC East,Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261029T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261029T150000
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SUMMARY:WBEC South | Understanding WBENC Certification – Pre-Certification Webinar
DESCRIPTION:Join WBEC South on the last Thursday of every month for an informative session designed to help you better understand WBENC certification. This webinar provides a clear overview of certification requirements\, eligibility standards\, and the step-by-step application process for both WBE and SBA WOSB certification.
URL:https://www.wbenc.org/calendar/wbec-south-understanding-wbenc-certification-pre-certification-webinar-2/2026-10-29/
CATEGORIES:WBEC South,Webinar
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DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261031
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SUMMARY:WBCS | Harvesting Partnerships
DESCRIPTION:Launching Soon! Check the WBCS website for updates.
URL:https://www.wbenc.org/calendar/wbcs-harvesting-partnerships/
CATEGORIES:Networking Event,RPO WBCS
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261030T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261030T150000
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SUMMARY:WBEC-West | 2026 Platinum Supplier Program (PSP) Cohort 2: Open to WBENC Certified WBEs Only.
DESCRIPTION:WBEC-West`s Platinum Supplier Program is one of our most popular programs and a must-attend for WBENC-certified WBEs looking to launch into corporate contracting.  \nUnlock the path to corporate contracting success with the WBEC-West Platinum Supplier Program (PSP). This program is a must for WBENC-certified Women Business Enterprises (WBEs) aiming to excel in corporate contracts. Attendees who complete the program have a comprehensive understanding of corporate procurement processes\, roles\, and responsibilities of supplier diversity professionals\, complete a capability statement and value proposition\, and receive direct feedback from WBEC-West corporate partners. \nBy enrolling in the PSP\, you commit to completing the entire cohort program\, as each class is thoughtfully curated to equip you with essential knowledge and skills. We don`t offer individual class sign-ups\, ensuring you receive a comprehensive education. \nProgram Outcomes: \n\nComprehensive Understanding: Gain a deep insight into corporate procurement processes.\nRoles and Responsibilities: Master the roles of supplier diversity professionals\, buyers\, contracting agents\, and business unit experts.\nValue Proposition: Develop proficiency in crafting a compelling value proposition and conducting SWOT Analysis (Strengths\, Weaknesses\, Opportunities\, and Threats).\nCapability Statement: Learn how to create a relevant and impactful Capability Statement.\nElevator Pitch: Perfect your 90-second business pitch\, making a memorable impression.\nNetworking Opportunities: Those who complete all assignments and attend all classes will have exclusive opportunities to pitch and meet with multiple Corporate Members.\n\nJoin the WBEC-West Platinum Supplier Program and seize your chance to excel in corporate contracting.” \nPlease note: Each PSP classes is placed on our WBEC-West Calendar. However\, WBEs must sign up for the entire PSP Cohort Program. WBEs are not allowed to sign up for individual classes. \nPROGRAM OUTCOMES \n\nWBEs will have a comprehensive understanding of corporate procurement processes.\nWBEs will have a comprehensive understanding of roles and responsibilities of supplier diversity professionals\, buyers\, contracting agents\, and business unit experts.\nWBEs will have a better understanding of value proposition and “SWOT Analysis ( Strengths\, Weaknesses\, Opportunities and Threats).\nWBEs will understand how to create a relevant Capability Statement.\nWBEs create and prefect a 90 second business pitch.\nWBEs who complete all assignments and attend all classes will have an opportunity to pitch and meet with several Corporate Members.\n\nClass Schedule \nDay 1: Tuesday\, August 25\, 2026 \nDay 2: Thursday\, September 3\, 2026 \nDay 3: Friday\, September 11\, 2026 \nDay 4: Friday\, September 18\, 2026 \nDay 5: Friday\, September 25\, 2026 \nDay 6: Tuesday\, October 6\, 2026 \nDay 7: Friday\, October 16\, 2026 \nDay 8: Friday\, October 30\, 2026 \nE-Mail Renita Manley @ R.Manley@WBEC-West.org with any questions.
URL:https://www.wbenc.org/calendar/wbec-west-2026-platinum-supplier-program-psp-cohort-2-open-to-wbenc-certified-wbes-only/2026-10-30/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:RPO WBEC West
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