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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!
Are you ready to transform your marketing approach and build a loyal customer base? Join our powerful session, "Beyond the Brand: Marketing Strategies and Persona Mapping for Success," where we'll equip you with the tools and insights needed to succeed. Join us to enhance your marketing strategies, attract and retain your ideal customers, and drive […]
Learn from leadership and strategy partner, Cheryle Hays of InPower Strategists, how your brain works to keep you safe - not successful, and how you can harness it to go from reacting to effectively responding to any situation and achieving your desired outcome. https://wbcsouthwest.org/events
The WBEC-East Business Financial Literacy Series is a free 4-week workshop series that helps entrepreneurs and prospective business owners understand the fundamentals of finance. This series, hosted in partnership with Truist Bank, will prepare you for access to capital and business financial success. Register here for any workshop included within the series! The Financial Literacy […]
Are you interested in doing business with Blue Cross Blue Shield Rhode Island? Join us for an informative webinar to learn about the process of becoming a supplier with Blue Cross Blue Shield Rhode Island as well as their current supplier diversity initiatives.
Are you interested in doing business with Blue Cross Blue Shield Rhode Island? Join us for an informative webinar to learn about the process of becoming a supplier with Blue Cross Blue Shield Rhode Island as well as their current supplier diversity initiatives. https://cwewbc.ecenterdirect.com/events/979289
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 […]
You have your WBE certification, but what happens next? Join our monthly live info session to learn how to put your certification to work! This is ideal for WBEs certified in the last year.
In today's competitive landscape, crafting a compelling brand story is essential. But how do you ensure your story resonates with your audience? This presentation will dive into the power of data-driven storytelling. We'll explore how to leverage customer insights, market trends, and brand performance metrics to craft narratives that are both impactful and authentic. Key […]
In this practical workshop, you'll discover how to optimize your social media posts to drive website conversions. We'll provide you with actionable strategies and tips to enhance your social media messaging, ensuring it aligns with your website goals. By the end of this session, you'll be equipped with the knowledge to fine-tune your social media […]
WBENC is pleased to invite you to attend “Scaling Your Influence: Personal Branding for Entrepreneurs.” During this session, you will explore the essential elements of personal branding and learn how to define and communicate what makes you unique. You will gain insights into how others perceive you, what you are known for, and what sets […]
Retail 101 with Target Wednesday, July 17 | 2:00 - 4:00 PM ET Consumer products & goods business owners will not want to miss this session! Join Target for a Retail 101 focused session where WBEs will learn and refresh their knowledge of working with Target. Hear from key Target players on opportunities with internal […]
Join us for our exclusive monthly Doing Business with Corporate Partners Workshops where we bring together industry leaders and corporate partners to share invaluable insights and best practices in doing business with their companies. Our July Corporate Partner is Skanksa. WBEs gain firsthand knowledge from seasoned professionals, discover successful strategies, and network with key players […]
Celebrate 40 years of business with the Great Lakes Women's Business Council as we commemorate our Founder Michelle Richards with an open house at our Livonia, MI, office.
Uncover the secrets to a compelling pitch in the “WBENCPitch Academy: Amplify Your Message” session. This hands-on session empowers participants to delve into the core of their business. Understand your unique problem, articulate a strong value proposition, and strategically communicate your competitive advantage. Through practical exercises and feedback, refine your pitch content to captivate your […]
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 […]
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, […]
Join Macy’s Inc. and Momentus Capital for an education and funding session to learn more about Macy’s Inc. S.P.U.R. Pathways, a capital access program to help propel your business growth. The capital solutions offered by S.P.U.R. Pathways range from small business loans to term loans for working capital and commercial real estate to non-dilutive growth […]
This half-day summit brings together current and prospective members, local businesses, and corporations to develop professional relationships and grow their acumen in the construction industry. The event features networking, panel discussions, and vendor tables for women-owned businesses in the construction sector. Agenda 9:00 - 9:45 ... Networking/ Vendor Tables 9:45 – 10:00 ... Welcome Remarks and […]
Join WBEC-East as we virtually bring together certified WBEs with supplier diversity executives from our Corporate and Government Partners to create meaningful procurement conversations. Register by July 8th – Scheduling opens July 10th!
2024 Forum Insights Series | Engagement Team presents: "Presenting for Contracts" All Certified WBEs are invited to join this session with the Forum When you are pursuing a contract, the presentation is a way to share your team and your story and put your best foot forward. Learn about how to best share your capabilities, […]
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.
Elevate your pitch from good to unforgettable with the “WBENCPitch Academy: Amplify Your Delivery” session. This session focuses on the art of presentation, helping individuals infuse their pitches with captivating elements. Explore techniques to enhance body language, tone, and pacing. Receive personalized feedback to refine your delivery style, ensuring your pitch not only resonates but […]
Are you interested in doing business with PGW? Please join us for an informative webinar to learn about PGW's supplier diversity and procurement initiatives. There are several business opportunities still available despite today’s economic landscape. PGW wants to engage with WBEs like you to discuss potential procurement opportunities. Register today to learn the business requirements to […]
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.