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SUMMARY:2026 WeTHRIVE: Rise\, Grow & Thrive
DESCRIPTION:Title Sponsor: Cushman & Wakefield \nSession Sponsor: MassMutual \nApply by Noon ET on March 4\, 2026!\nApply Today \nWeTHRIVE is an all-virtual WBENC Executive Education Program providing business development fundamentals\, meeting small and midsize business owners where they are today and positioning them to grow and thrive in today’s economy. \nWeTHRIVE provides learning in Leadership & Communication\, Financial Management\, Business Strategy\, Operations & Human Resources\, and Digital Marketing. Each program session is led by a subject matter expert or WBENC Corporate Member providing participants with well-rounded perspectives on critical aspects of business. \n \n  \n\nWhy Participate\nIf you are a business owner certified through WBENC\, or a member of a WBENC partner organization\, the WeTHRIVE Executive Education Program is designed to support you today and position your company for future growth and success. Graduates of the program rave about the knowledge and insights that they gain in WeTHRIVE. It’s an essential program for all business owners looking to achieve long-term business success. \nThrough our network of business leaders and industry experts\, WeTHRIVE will help you: \n\nEvaluate the sustainability of your business.\nBuild the capabilities needed to operate and grow a business in a shifting economy.\nEngage with peers to share solutions to critical business issues.\nBuild a community of SMBs that will support growth into the future.\n\nWeTHRIVE is the launchpad for business owners into WBENC Executive Education Programs. \n\nSchedule\nProgram Dates:\n\nTuesday\, March 10\, 12:00 PM – 1:30 PM ET – Program Kickoff and Peer Group 1\nTuesdays\, 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM ET – RISE Track\nTuesdays\, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM ET – GROW Track\nThursdays\, 12:00 PM – 2:00 PM ET – All Tracks\n2 Fridays\, 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM ET – Peer Groups\nTuesday\, May 12\, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM ET – Cohort Graduation\n2026 WBENC National Conference Session (More details coming soon!)\n\n\nWho Should Apply\nWBENC-Certified businesses and entrepreneurs from WBENC partner organizations are encouraged to apply. Participants in all phases of business who want to position their business to grow and thrive for the future will benefit from this WBENC Executive Education Program. \nIn order to meet completion requirements\, participants will need to attend and complete all assigned courses. \nNote: WeTHRIVE is a dedicated environment for business owners. Since it is a virtual program\, other approved executives may join the program sessions with you\, but the business owner must always attend the sessions. \nFor more information about this program\, please visit WeTHRIVE.
URL:https://www.wbenc.org/calendar/2026-wethrive-rise-grow-thrive/
LOCATION:WA
CATEGORIES:Executive Education Program
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SUMMARY:WBEC ORV | Newly Certified WBE Onboarding
DESCRIPTION:Workshop Description \n\n\n\nCongratulations on achieving your WBENC Women’s Business Enterprise (WBE) certification! Now that you’ve taken this significant step towards business growth and inclusivity\, it’s time to embark on your journey as a certified WBE with the Ohio River Valley Women’s Business Council (WBEC ORV). \nJoin us for our exclusive ORV Onboarding Webinar\, tailor-made for newly certified WBEs. This informative session is your gateway to maximizing the benefits of your certification and navigating the extensive support network of WBEC ORV. \n\n\n\n\n\n\nWorkshop Highlights \n\n\n\nWelcome to the WBEC ORV Community: \n\nLearn about WBEC ORV and the vibrant community of women entrepreneurs that you’re now a part of.\nDiscover the endless opportunities for networking and collaboration.\n\nLeveraging Your Certification: \n\nDiscover the numerous advantages and opportunities that come with WBE certification.\nLearn how to leverage your status to gain a competitive edge in the marketplace.\n\nWBEC ORV Resources: \n\nGet an in-depth overview of the resources\, programs\, and events available to you as an WBEC ORV certified WBE.\nLearn how to access these valuable resources to boost your business.\n\nConnecting with Partners: \n\nExplore the various corporate and government partners affiliated with WBEC ORV.\nDiscover potential opportunities for partnerships\, contracts\, and business growth.\n\nQ&A Session: \n\nHave your questions answered by experienced WBEs and WBEC ORV representatives.\nGet insights\, advice\, and practical tips to kickstart your journey as a certified WBE.
URL:https://www.wbenc.org/calendar/wbec-orv-newly-certified-wbe-onboarding-14/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:RPO WBEC ORV,Webinar
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SUMMARY:Corporations - Helping Shape Your ROI: The WBENC Conference Business Case
DESCRIPTION:Before you arrive onsite\, join this must-attend virtual preview designed to show you exactly how the WBENC Conference delivers real value for you and your team. \nThis session cuts through the noise and gets straight to what matters: results. \nWhat You’ll Gain: \n\nA clear business case for attending the WBENC National Conference\nReal insight into the power of bringing the network together — especially in challenging times\nA preview of the connections you can expect with buyers\, peers\, and partners\nAn inside look at the energy and influence of the WBENC community onsite\nTools to advocate for your team’s attendance with confidence\n\nThe Bottom Line: \nWhen connection\, collaboration\, and visibility are harder to create\, WBENC delivers them at scale. You’ll leave this preview session with one unmistakable takeaway: You — and your team — need to be at the WBENC Conference. \nGrow your business case. Strengthen your network. Accelerate your impact. \nCorporation Session:\nApril 16 | 1:00 – 1:30 PM ET | Virtual \nThe Corporation Session delivers a fast\, focused breakdown of what’s new\, what’s different\, and the tangible outcomes corporations can expect — all designed to help you confidently secure approval to attend. In just 30 minutes\, you’ll walk away with a clear\, visual business case that spells out the “WHYs” behind attending the 2026 WBENC National Conference. \nLinks to register for this session were sent to Corporate Members from the email address WBENC-news@wbenc.org \nPrepare with Purpose\nThe WBENC National Conference is more than a few days blocked off on a calendar—it’s a thoughtfully designed experience that begins well before you step into Salt Lake City and continues long after the closing session. Make the most of your Journey to Impact with this Pre-Conference Session\, and be on the lookout for UPCOMING SESSIONS designed to prepare\, connect\, and position you for maximum ROI at Conference! \nVisit the Conference Site Now! \n 
URL:https://www.wbenc.org/calendar/helping-shape-your-roi-the-wbenc-conference-business-case/
LOCATION:WA
CATEGORIES:National Conference
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SUMMARY:GWBC | Accelerate Series: The Story Your Numbers Tell: Accounting Essentials for Better Business Decisions
DESCRIPTION:You didn’t start your business to become a bookkeeper\, but as a small business owner\, you must be fluent in the language of your business – your numbers. For small businesses\, the biggest risk isn’t a lack of sales – it’s a lack of visibility into where the money is actually going. \nOur next module of the GWBC Accelerate Series\, Story Your Numbers Tell\, is an “Accounting for Non-Accountants” crash course designed to strip away intimidating jargon. \nWe will translate the “Big Three” financial statements into plain English\, showing you how to read them not just for tax time\, but for real-time strategy. You will learn how to price for profit\, track the metrics that actually matter\, and build a simple financial routine that empowers you to make smarter\, more confident business decisions.
URL:https://www.wbenc.org/calendar/gwbc-accelerate-series-the-story-your-numbers-tell-accounting-essentials-for-better-business-decisions/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:RPO GWBC
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SUMMARY:WBEs\, Small and Medium Businesses - Helping Shape Your ROI: The WBENC Conference Business Case
DESCRIPTION:Before you arrive onsite\, join this must-attend virtual preview designed to show you exactly how the WBENC Conference delivers real value for you and your team. \nThis session cuts through the noise and gets straight to what matters: results. \nWhat You’ll Gain: \n\nA clear business case for attending the WBENC National Conference\nReal insight into the power of bringing the network together — especially in challenging times\nA preview of the connections you can expect with buyers\, peers\, and partners\nAn inside look at the energy and influence of the WBENC community onsite\nFirsthand perspectives from other business owners about opportunities at the Conference.\n\nThe Bottom Line: \nWhen connection\, collaboration\, and visibility are harder to create\, WBENC delivers them at scale. You’ll leave this preview session with one unmistakable takeaway: You — and your team — need to be at the WBENC Conference. \nGrow your business case. Strengthen your network. Accelerate your impact. \nSmall & Medium Business Session:\nApril 16 | 2:00 – 2:45 PM ET | Virtual \nThe WBE\, Small and Medium Business Session will focus on why to attend the conference\, featuring WBE speakers who share firsthand perspectives on opportunity and impact. The session will spotlight programming\, what’s new and evolved this year\, and meaningful connection opportunities. \nREGISTER NOW\nPrepare with Purpose\nThe WBENC National Conference is more than a few days blocked off on a calendar—it’s a thoughtfully designed experience that begins well before you step into Salt Lake City and continues long after the closing session. Make the most of your Journey to Impact with this Pre-Conference Session\, and be on the lookout for UPCOMING SESSIONS designed to prepare\, connect\, and position you for maximum ROI at Conference! \nVisit the Conference Site Now! \n 
URL:https://www.wbenc.org/calendar/wbes-small-and-medium-businesses-helping-shape-your-roi-the-wbenc-conference-business-case/
LOCATION:WA
CATEGORIES:National Conference
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SUMMARY:WBEC East | South Jersey RISE: Tea\, Tulips\, + Tiny Tails
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an evening of community and connection\, with afternoon tea and sweets\, generously provided by VoIP Doctors.
URL:https://www.wbenc.org/calendar/wbec-east-south-jersey-rise-tea-tulips-tiny-tails/
LOCATION:VoIP Doctors\, 1000 S Lenola Rd\, Building 1\, Suite 104\, Maple Shade\, NJ\, 08052\, United States
CATEGORIES:RPO WBEC East
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