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Women Owned is an initiative from the Women’s Business Enterprise National Council (WBENC) and WEConnect International to create a movement of support for Women Owned businesses.
The WBENC Chemical Industry Accelerator is a premier program that fosters growth of women-owned businesses in the Chemical Industry. WBENC is proud to invest in the women-owned businesses within the Chemical sector through the support of our sponsors, BASF, DOW, and Ecolab. More details to come!
WeTHRIVE is an all-virtual WBENC Executive Education Program designed to meet WBEs where they are today and position them to grow and thrive for the future. WeTHRIVE provides female founders with business fundamentals in the areas of Leadership & Communication, Financial Management, Business Strategy, Operations & Human Resources, and Marketing & Sales. Each program session […]
Elevate your communication skills with the “WBENCPitch Academy: Amplify Your Voice” session. During this interactive training session, you will learn to articulate your business with clarity, conciseness, and persuasive power. Explore effective storytelling techniques, refine your elevator pitch, and gain insights into tailoring your message to different audiences. Whether you're presenting to clients, or participating […]
Join us for an inspiring afternoon of networking, empowerment, and celebration of women in business leadership at the Women in Business Leadership Luncheon 2024. This in-person event will take place on Thursday, May 30, 2024 in Mississippi. The location will be announced soon! At this luncheon, we aim to bring together accomplished women leaders, entrepreneurs, and […]
Are you a woman business owner with questions about the WBE and SBA WOSB certification process? Look no further! This webinar is crafted to provide valuable insights into the intricacies of WBENC certification, offering a comprehensive understanding of requirements, eligibility standards, and the application process. Event Details: Title: Understanding WBENC Certification – WBEC South Pre-Certification […]
Participants will get practical tips on the fundamentals of how to negotiate as a leader to create growth opportunities for their businesses. WOC General: Tues, June 4, 3:30 – 5 PM ET WOC UNIDAS: Tues, June 18, 1– 2 PM ET WOC LEGACY: Tues, June 18, 4 – 5 PM ET
Have you ever wondered how to do business with the government? Do you know the U.S. General Services Administration (GSA) provides this information free of charge? Join the U.S. General Services Administration (GSA) Office of Small and Disadvantaged Business Utilization (OSDBU) and WBEC-East's Women’s Business Center as we team up to present an overview of […]
SESSION 1 | Brought to you by Wells Fargo Let’$ Get Growing: The Capital Journey Thursday, June 6 | 2:00 – 3:15 PM ET Like all WBEs, you want to grow your business, but do you know where you are along your Capital Journey? Understanding capital is crucial to supercharging your business growth. Join WBENC […]
In this interactive webinar, we'll learn about the TE Connectivity's supplier diversity and procurement initiatives. Register Here: https://web.cvent.com/event/541182da-5ab1-4ce0-b0c5-c200e5e2fb7e/summary
Retail Readiness for Life Out Here with Tractor Supply Co. Wednesday, June 12 | 2:00 - 4:00 PM ET Attention business owners and service providers. Don't miss out on this must-attend session! On June 12th, join Tractor Supply Co. for an exclusive deep dive into their Supplier Inclusion program, Tractorization, and Exclusive Brands. Discover […]
Are you interested in doing business with CVS Health? Join us for an informative webinar to learn about the process of becoming a supplier with CVS Health as well as their current supplier diversity initiatives.
Are you interested in doing business with CVS Health? Join us for an informative webinar to learn about the process of becoming a supplier with CVS Health as well as their current supplier diversity initiatives. https://cwewbc.ecenterdirect.com/events/979288
SESSION 2 | Brought to you by State Farm Risky Business: Do You Understand Your Risk? Thursday, June 13 | 2:00 – 3:00 PM ET Risk is a natural part of doing business. Learn how acknowledging your risk can improve your competitiveness and partnerships. State Farm sourcing and information security experts will share how to […]
Want to better understand how to apply for WBE certification or recertification, and how to best use WBENCLink2.0 to position your company to be found and to find other WBE suppliers and Corporate Members? This is the training for you! WBENCLink2.0 is the proprietary and confidential database platform only accessible to WBENC-Certified WBEs and WBENC […]
Participants will explore and understand the various financial statements of a business and the learn how to analyze the story that each statement highlights in their business.
Whether you’re newly certified or have been wondering how to make the most of your certification, this webinar will show you the best ways to network and grow your business. You’ll learn how to connect with other WBEs and corporate and government members, about our various events, managing your certification, about supplier diversity, re-certification FAQs, […]
This 60-minute training session is an introduction to the WBENCLink2.0 database for WBENC Corporate & Government Member users only. During this training, you will learn about the main system functionality including system navigation, account management, searching for WBE suppliers, accessing certificates, as well as searching and exporting the WBE certified directory. Learn how to best use WBENCLink2.0 […]
Join us for IDEATION 2024! Get ready to dive into the future of business at this WBEC Pacific Annual Signature Event ... IDEATION 2024! Join us for a day of innovation and transformation as we focus on cutting-edge technology. Brace yourself for a lineup of dynamic speakers who are here to spark inspiration, a tech […]
In this interactive webinar, we'll learn about the Federal Reserve Bank of Philadelphia's supplier diversity and procurement initiatives. Register Here: https://web.cvent.com/event/d7943dc0-c144-4ca5-91d6-f1e0bb34d622/summary
Join us in person at Globalization Partners in Boston from 5 PM - 7 PM for the WBENC Pitch Competition and an evening of networking! Whether you were selected to compete with your pitch or you are looking to network with your fellow WBEs and Corporate Partners, join us for the evening. 4 winners will […]
Join WBEC-East Women of Color Committee as we take networking to a whole new level! Over 50 Members, guests, and women of color business owners and professionals will pack the room for our June Women of Color Committee G.R.I.T. Networking Mixer at American Water in Camden, NJ. WHAT IS G.R.I.T? G.R.I.T. stands for Growth, Resilience, Influence, and […]
SESSION 3 | Brought to you by Bridge Access to Capital Thursday Thursday, June 27 | 2:00 – 3:00 PM Looking for business funding can sometimes be an overwhelming process. Join WBENC and Bridge for Access to Capital Thursday to hear directly from Bridge and two small and medium business lenders committed to improving access to […]
LGBTQ+ Pride Month, held during the month of June, celebrates and commemorates the struggle towards progress and equality sparked from the 1969 Stonewall Uprising in Manhattan, a significant tipping point in the modern LGBTQ+ rights movement. The upcoming, virtual WBENC Women & Pride Community Social Hour will provide a safe space to connect with like-minded […]
Under the Corporate Transparency Tax Act, new beneficial ownership information (BOI) federal reporting will be required from all corporations, limited liability companies (LLCs), and business entities created and registered to do business in the United States that have up to 20 full-time employees and report less than $5 million in annual gross receipts. These new requirements […]
Are you a woman business owner with questions about the WBE and SBA WOSB certification process? Look no further! This webinar is crafted to provide valuable insights into the intricacies of WBENC certification, offering a comprehensive understanding of requirements, eligibility standards, and the application process. Event Details: Title: Understanding WBENC Certification – WBEC South Pre-Certification […]
This webinar will walk you through the WBENC standards and procedures so that you can determine if your company’s documents validate the WBENC required 51% ownership, operation, control, highest title, and independence by a woman or women owner.
As a community of entrepreneurs, corporate executives, and economic development thought leaders, WBENC is committed to the elimination of discrimination in all areas of business and the provision of equal opportunity when accessing capital, contracts, and contacts. In compliance with state and federal laws and regulation, we do not discriminate on the basis of age, color, disability, gender identity or expression, marital status, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or veteran status in any of our policies, procedures, or practices. This anti-discrimination policy covers admission and access to, and treatment, in all programs and activities.