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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/
CATEGORIES:Executive Education Program
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SUMMARY:WBENC LIFT CEO Catalyst – Session 4: Design a Funding Readiness Strategy (part of the WBENC LIFT Entrepreneur Financial Readiness series)
DESCRIPTION:Are you ready to evolve from a tactical operator to a strategic\, financially empowered CEO?\nWBENC LIFT CEO Catalyst\, a multi-session strategic growth program brought to you by Wells Fargo\, is designed to help entrepreneurs shift from managing the details to mastering the big picture. Through expert-led sessions\, curated resources\, and actionable strategies\, you’ll gain the clarity\, confidence\, and financial intelligence to lead your business into the future. \n \nThis program combines five virtual learning sessions\, access to exclusive WBENC eLearning resources\, and a high-impact in-person activation at the WBENC National Conference\, designed to help you transform leadership into a growth engine. \nThroughout the program\, participants will build their CEO Catalyst Playbook—a living\, evolving document that captures strategy\, financials\, and growth plans\, creating actionable takeaways for long-term success. \nSession 4: Design a Funding Readiness Strategy\n(in collaboration with the WBENC LIFT Entrepreneur Financial Readiness series)\nLearn how to organize and articulate the core facts of your business\, financial performance\, credit and compliance status\, funding requests\, and growth strategy into a persuasive capital story that clearly communicates the strategic use of funds. Equip yourself with the confidence to present a narrative that resonates with lenders and investors. \nSimilar to your business capability statement which describes your business core competencies\, a funding readiness statement helps you create your capital narrative to successfully unlock the capital needed to grow and scale. \nParticipants will also receive access to exclusive WBENC eLearning resources\, including a Funding Readiness Checklist\, after attending the session. \n\nSave the Dates for Upcoming Sessions!\n\nSession 5 | Jun 16: In-Person at the WBENC National Conference (Registration is now OPEN!)\nSession 6 | Jul 21*: Future-Proof Your Leadership – The AI-Powered CEO\n\n*Denotes Virtual Sessions from 2:00-3:30pm ET. \nCan’t attend every session? No problem. While WBENC CEO Catalyst is designed as a multi-part program\, each session delivers actionable strategies you can apply to your business. Reserve your spot today and take the first step toward leading with vision and impact! \n\nWBENC LIFT CEO Catalyst is part of the WBENC LIFT Financial Center of Excellence. \n  \n 
URL:https://www.wbenc.org/calendar/wbenc-lift-ceo-catalyst-session-4-design-a-funding-readiness-strategy-part-of-the-wbenc-lift-entrepreneur-financial-readiness-series/
CATEGORIES:Featured,LIFT,Webinar
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SUMMARY:WBEC-Pacific | Seattle WBE Networking Happy Hour
DESCRIPTION:Seattle WBE Networking Happy Hour  \nIf you’ve been looking for a space to connect with other women business owners\, this is it. \nJoin WBEC Pacific’s Seattle Forum for an evening of connection\, conversation\, and community at Goldfinch Tavern on April 29 at 4:00 pm. \nWhether you are a WBEC Pacific member\, a long-time WBE\, or joining us as a guest who is also a woman business owner\, this event was designed with you in mind. \nCome ready to connect. Leave with community\, clarity\, and your next great business relationship. \nSpace is limited … reserve your spot by April 20th. \nWhat To Expect \n\nMeaningful networking with fellow WBEs and corporate partners\nA candid panel discussion featuring real stories from women who’ve been where you are\nA chance to share your voice — because what you need shapes what we build next\n\nReserve your spot today!
URL:https://www.wbenc.org/calendar/wbec-pacific-seattle-wbe-networking-happy-hour/
LOCATION:Goldfinch Tavern at the Four Seasons Seattle\, 99 Union St\, Seattle\, WA\, 98101\, United States
CATEGORIES:RPO WBEC Pacific
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SUMMARY:The WBENC Collegiate Accelerator Pitch Competition Semi-Finals
DESCRIPTION:The future of entrepreneurship and innovation starts here! Grab your favorite beverage or snack\, and watch as bold ideas\, impactful solutions\, and emerging entrepreneurial ambition collide. \nOn April 29\, tune in to the virtual Collegiate Accelerator Pitch Competition Semi-Final Round\, where the next generation of founders will take center stage to showcase their early-stage startups and small businesses. This competition will spotlight the 2026 Collegiate Accelerator cohort as they compete for a coveted spot at the WBENC National Conference in Salt Lake City\, Utah. \nIn Salt Lake City\, finalists will pitch live in the Collegiate Accelerator Pitch Competition Final Round\, gaining national brand exposure and a chance to win micro-seed funding. \nRegister now to see tomorrow’s innovation in action—and cheer on the founders shaping the future of the entrepreneurial ecosystem. \nMeet the Collegiate Accelerator Pitch Contestants!
URL:https://www.wbenc.org/calendar/the-wbenc-collegiate-accelerator-pitch-competition-semi-finals/
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