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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!
The WBENC Women of Color Incubator is a premier program designed for Black female student entrepreneurs at Historically Black Colleges and Universities. This incubator provides the next generation of Black women entrepreneurs with the resources, community and support they need to strengthen their idea and grow their early-stage ventures. Students accepted into the incubator will […]
The WBENC Energy Executive Program is a highly interactive and immersive executive education experience focused on driving development of Women’s Business Enterprise (WBE) leaders within the Energy Industry. The goal of the Energy Executive Program is to help women-owned businesses grow their industry knowledge and relationships, increase their competitive advantage, and enhance their capabilities within […]
In today's global landscape, organizations are required to implement comprehensive information security management programs to protect against evolving cyber threats. The session, "Building Up Your Business Security," offers valuable insights into managing risks associated with external vendors and supply chain partners. Business owners will explore key standards and actionable pathways to ensure compliance with these […]
Elevate your week with WBEC South's dynamic event series, Power Hours! Every Tuesday immerse yourself in an engaging and interactive hour of enlightenment featuring industry experts from diverse fields. Each week promises a unique opportunity to expand your knowledge!
Open to all, this event features networking, refreshments, and a panel discussion with Suzanne Cruz-Sewell of DFW International Airport, Nancy Galvan of Unica Enterprises, Betty Manetta of Argent Associates, and Maryanne Piña Frodsham of Career Management Partners.
It Starts with Her Wednesday, October 2 | 2:00 - 4:00 PM ET The theme "It Starts with Her" will feature in-depth discussions with highly successful women - both Retail executives and Entrepreneurs - providing insights and sharing their journeys to success. A panel of Macy’s and Bloomingdale’s executives will share their expert insights on what “It […]
Elevate your week with WBEC South's dynamic event series, Power Hours! Every Tuesday immerse yourself in an engaging and interactive hour of enlightenment featuring industry experts from diverse fields. Each week promises a unique opportunity to expand your knowledge!
Learn from Sandler Trainer, Tiffany Koettel of Growth Mindset Sales, about the science of communication, how to effectively build rapport, techniques to read others, and tools to enhance your leadership skills.
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.
Join us for THE social event of the year for women entrepreneurs and support a good cause! Desserts & More is a formal evening celebration that brings together women entrepreneurs, corporate sponsors, supplier diversity professionals, and valued community partners for a fun opportunity to mix, mingle and build relationships. We will proudly showcase WBEC-East’s successful […]
Desserts & More is a formal evening celebration that brings together women entrepreneurs, corporate sponsors, supplier diversity professionals, and valued community partners for a fun opportunity to mix, mingle and build relationships. We will proudly showcase WBEC-East’s successful business owners, honor our annual awardees, and raise funds to ensure we continue our mission to increase […]
This session will equip you with the benefits of AI and Cybersecurity, examine some case studies of the positive and negative uses of AI, and provide clear strategies to ensure the safety of your business.
In today’s digital age, small businesses are increasingly vulnerable to cyber threats. This session will provide essential cybersecurity best practices tailored specifically for small businesses. Attendees will learn how to protect their data, secure their networks, and implement effective security policies. Join us to gain practical insights and tools to safeguard your business from cyber […]
Elevate your week with WBEC South's dynamic event series, Power Hours! Every Tuesday immerse yourself in an engaging and interactive hour of enlightenment featuring industry experts from diverse fields. Each week promises a unique opportunity to expand your knowledge!
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 […]
2024 Forum Insights Series | The Marketing Team Presents: Marketing & AI: Opportunities & Implications All Certified WBEs are invited to join this session with the Forum Gain insights as we take a deep dive into the practical applications of using AI for marketing in a dynamic panel discussion moderated by Julie Lilliston, Founder and […]
Elevate your week with WBEC South's dynamic event series, Power Hours! Every Tuesday immerse yourself in an engaging and interactive hour of enlightenment featuring industry experts from diverse fields. Each week promises a unique opportunity to expand your knowledge!
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.
Congratulations to the 2024 WBENCPitch AMPLIFY Competition Semi-Finalists (full list below)! WBENCPitch is a signature WBENC program featuring a series of pitch competitions and educational sessions to help WBEs hone their business pitch, gain meaningful exposure, and compete for grants and other prizes to invest in their business. Semi-Finalists PART 1 | October 28th from […]
WBENC invites you to join LIFT in the Community, brought to you by Fifth Third Bank, in Tampa, FL, for an exclusive in-person networking opportunity to elevate your business! Discover valuable insights into the WBE Capital Journey and learn how Women Business Enterprises (WBEs) have successfully accessed capital to fuel their success, manage cash flow, […]
Elevate your week with WBEC South's dynamic event series, Power Hours! Every Tuesday immerse yourself in an engaging and interactive hour of enlightenment featuring industry experts from diverse fields. Each week promises a unique opportunity to expand your knowledge!
Hear about S.P.U.R. Pathways: Shared Purpose, Unlimited Reach - a multiyear, multifaceted funding program to advance entrepreneurial growth, close wealth gaps, and shatter systemic barriers faced by underrepresented/underserved businesses. Hear from Momentus Capital, a Community Development Financial Institution (CDFI), and our partner in creating this innovative program. This joint effort advances a long-standing Macy's, Inc. […]
Join WBEC South at our 2nd Annual Women on Par Golf Tournament for a day filled with golf, networking, and shopping with WBEs. Don’t miss the chance to enjoy a round of golf, expand your network, and indulge in plenty of tricks and treats. Register now to secure your spot and we’ll see you at […]
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 […]
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