Author Archives for Erin Watson

The Premier Incubator for Black Female Student Entrepreneurs: The Women of Color Incubator is now at Howard University

August 31, 2021 10:54 am Published by Comments Off on The Premier Incubator for Black Female Student Entrepreneurs: The Women of Color Incubator is now at Howard University

Join the WBENC Women of Color Incubator, a premier six-week program designed for Black female student entrepreneurs with idea to early-stage ventures enrolled at North Carolina A&T State University.


The Purchase Power of the Loyalty Loop

August 24, 2021 4:12 pm Published by Comments Off on The Purchase Power of the Loyalty Loop

One third of all online shopping revenue is from repeat purchasers, who spend 3x more than the average single-time shoppers. Deborah Shapiro, Principal Partner of S & S Insights, details five steps to retain customers using the Loyalty Loop.


WBE Survival: Innovate Faster or Die

August 17, 2021 3:03 pm Published by Comments Off on WBE Survival: Innovate Faster or Die

The pandemic shifts were significant. Maybe the most important shift was the sheer speed of innovation. Hannah Kain, President and CEO of ALOM, shares how women-owned businesses can survive in the wake of pandemic shifts -- innovate or die.


Announcing The Premier Incubator for Black Female Student Entrepreneurs: The Women of Color Incubator, in partnership with NCA&T State University

August 5, 2021 12:51 pm Published by Comments Off on Announcing The Premier Incubator for Black Female Student Entrepreneurs: The Women of Color Incubator, in partnership with NCA&T State University

Join the WBENC Women of Color Incubator, a premier six-week program designed for Black female student entrepreneurs with idea to early-stage ventures enrolled at North Carolina A&T State University.


Sustainability in the CPG Space by The Cactus Water Co.

July 22, 2021 1:32 pm Published by Comments Off on Sustainability in the CPG Space by The Cactus Water Co.

Sarita Lopez, Owner/Founder of The Cactus Water Co. and second place winner of the WBENCPitch: Sustainability Pitch Competition, shares how she prioritizes sustainability for her consumer product.


How Owning Your Truth Can Lead to Opportunities

July 8, 2021 10:10 am Published by Comments Off on How Owning Your Truth Can Lead to Opportunities

Join WBENC on July 21 from 12-2pm ET for an exciting session on the Art of Influence lead by award-winning best-selling author and filmmaker, Cheryl Polote Williamson. The Art of Influence session promises to provide a unique and impactful way to develop and enhance your networking experience.