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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:WBEC Metro NY & Greater DMV | Week of WBEC with Virtual Mega Matchmaker
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a week of all things WBEC Metro NY & Greater DMV at our Week of WBEC virtual event\, from May 12 to 15\, 2026! \nIf you aren’t a part of our network\, our informative and outcome-based sessions will answer the question\, “What’s in it for me?” and if you are a part of our network\, curated sessions will show you how to more deeply leverage your certification and our programs and events to drive your business forward. \nFrom procurement to community and powerful introductions that lead to real business movement\, you can’t miss Week of WBEC. \nA highlight of this dynamic week will be our Virtual Mega Matchmaker\, held on May 13 and 14. \nThis two-day\, annual event brings together corporate partners and WBEs for 20-minute introductory meetings that explore potential contract opportunities. Make sure you’re a part of it! \nMore details on Week of WBEC and our Virtual Mega Matchmaker coming soon!
URL:https://www.wbenc.org/calendar/wbec-metro-ny-greater-dmv-week-of-wbec-with-virtual-mega-matchmaker/
CATEGORIES:RPO WBEC Greater DMV,RPO WBEC Metro NY
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SUMMARY:WBEC-Pacific | Inside Access: Doing Business with U.S. Bank
DESCRIPTION:Build Readiness. Unlock Growth. Win Opportunities. \nJoin us for an engaging Doing Business with U.S. Bank workshop designed to help businesses strengthen their readiness\, sharpen their financial strategy\, and position themselves for real growth opportunities. \nThis interactive session introduces Business Resources Central\, a powerful no-cost platform developed in partnership with Next Street\, offering expert-led courses and practical\, fillable toolkits that turn learning into immediate action. \nThis isn’t just information—it’s implementation. Participants will walk away with tools\, insights\, and strategies they can use right away to better compete\, plan\, and grow. \nWhat To Expect \n\nGuided introduction to Business Resources Central\nAccess to 10 curated\, expert-led learning modules\nHands-on exploration of fillable\, action-ready business toolkits\nPractical strategies to improve procurement readiness and financial capability\nInsight into preparing for capital and lending conversations\n\nWhy Attend \n\nGet Ready to Compete: Strengthen your positioning for contracts and opportunities\nBuild Financial Confidence: Better understand capital needs and funding readiness\nTake Immediate Action: Walk away with usable tools—not just ideas\nAccelerate Growth: Turn insights into strategy and strategy into results\n\nReserve your spot today! \n 
URL:https://www.wbenc.org/calendar/wbec-pacific-inside-access-doing-business-with-u-s-bank/
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