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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240917
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SUMMARY:2024 WBENC Energy Executive Program
DESCRIPTION: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. \nThe 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 the Energy Industry\, securing their place as a critical part of the global energy supply chain. \nThe intensive curriculum for this program is taught by industry experts and include key topics in New Energies\, Upstream\, Midstream\, Downstream\, Chemicals and more. \n\nPROGRAM DATES\n2024 Virtual Dates: \n\nTuesday\, September 17th\nTuesday\, September 24th\nTuesday\, October 1st\nTuesday\, October 8th\n\n2025 In-Person Dates: On-site (Houston\, TX) \n\nTuesday\, January 14th to Thursday\, January 16th
URL:https://www.wbenc.org/calendar/wbenc-energy-executive-program-2/
CATEGORIES:Executive Education Program
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241203T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241203T110000
DTSTAMP:20260501T201825
CREATED:20240730T184037Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240730T184037Z
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SUMMARY:WBEC South Power Hour
DESCRIPTION: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!
URL:https://www.wbenc.org/calendar/wbec-south-power-hour/2024-12-03/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241203T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241203T170000
DTSTAMP:20260501T201825
CREATED:20240424T160040Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241112T151439Z
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SUMMARY:WBENC Women of Color: Celebrating the Wins + Speaking Power into Your Future
DESCRIPTION:It’s time to tell the stories of your wins in 2024. And trust\, sometimes just getting up and AT IT on a daily basis is a win for Women Business Owners. Let’s flex those storytelling skills and get used to sharing our triumphs and our joy. It matters now more than ever. Do you know what else matters? Using your voice to speak power for more wins in your future. \nThis executive communication coaching session equips women of color with powerful strategies to speak with authority\, embrace their narrative\, and level up their language. We’ll focus on the art of “speaking life into your future” by shaping every word with purpose\, inspiring confidence\, and fostering a vision for growth. \nParticipants will gain tools to craft messages that resonate with authenticity and strength\, fueling their personal and professional journeys toward more significant impact. Let’s celebrate the wins and\, together\, unlock a triumphant future spoken into existence! \n 
URL:https://www.wbenc.org/calendar/women-of-color-all-community-session-9/
CATEGORIES:Featured,Networking Event,Webinar
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20241204
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20241206
DTSTAMP:20260501T201825
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SUMMARY:WBEC South - New Date! 2024 WE Summit
DESCRIPTION:**Due to Tropical Storm Francine\, the new date for the 30th Anniversary WE Summit is December 4th & 5th.** \nAll current registrations and table purchases will be honored in full for the rescheduled event. For hotel reservations\, room cancellations will be sent directly from the Intercontinental Hotel with a link to rebook. \nWe were anticipating our biggest and best Summit to date\, and it goes without saying that each of you has contributed to this. With 300+ full conference registrants\, 430 matchmaker appointments\, and more than 400 gala attendees\, we are overwhelmed by the support for our 30th Anniversary and the entire community of women business owners. \nWBEC South’s Women’s Enterprise Summit (WE Summit) and Awards Gala is an annual event convening business owners\, corporate and government procurement partners\, and community stakeholders supporting women-owned business growth and development. Through a carefully curated program of strategic networking\, qualified matchmaking\, and solution-focused conversations\, we uphold our mission of barrier-free access to business opportunities for female founders and entrepreneurs. \nHeld in one of the world’s greatest cities\, the WE Summit celebrates the success and accomplishments of our extraordinary community. Join us and experience the unique culture of New Orleans and the hospitality that is only found in America’s Southern Region. \nRegister today and laissez les bon temps rouler (let the good times roll)!
URL:https://www.wbenc.org/calendar/wbec-south-new-date-2024-we-summit/
LOCATION:Intercontinental Hotel\, New Orleans\, LA\, 444 Saint Charles Ave.\, New Orleans\, LA\, 70130\, United States
CATEGORIES:Conference,Featured
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241206T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241206T140000
DTSTAMP:20260501T201825
CREATED:20241122T160945Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241122T160945Z
UID:10002490-1733490000-1733493600@www.wbenc.org
SUMMARY:NextGen Happy Hour – Accelerating into 2025
DESCRIPTION:This will be a happy hour to create a collaborative space for women business entrepreneurs or aspiring ones to share their successes from 2024 and strategize for future growth in 2025! \nBrought to you by
URL:https://www.wbenc.org/calendar/nextgen-happy-hour-accelerating-into-2025/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Featured,Networking Event,Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241210T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241210T110000
DTSTAMP:20260501T201825
CREATED:20240730T184037Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240730T184037Z
UID:10002391-1733824800-1733828400@www.wbenc.org
SUMMARY:WBEC South Power Hour
DESCRIPTION: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!
URL:https://www.wbenc.org/calendar/wbec-south-power-hour/2024-12-10/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241210T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241210T150000
DTSTAMP:20260501T201825
CREATED:20241023T203714Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241023T204739Z
UID:10002478-1733839200-1733842800@www.wbenc.org
SUMMARY:WBEC-East | Doing Business With GSK
DESCRIPTION:In this interactive webinar\, we’ll learn about GSK’s supplier diversity and procurement initiatives. 
URL:https://www.wbenc.org/calendar/wbec-east-doing-business-with-gsk/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Networking Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241211T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241211T150000
DTSTAMP:20260501T201825
CREATED:20241111T170631Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241121T214615Z
UID:10002485-1733925600-1733929200@www.wbenc.org
SUMMARY:Generative AI Economic Impact: The Big Picture\, presented by WBENC and Goldman Sachs 10\,000 Small Businesses
DESCRIPTION:  \nJoin WBENC LIFT and Goldman Sachs 10\,000 Small Businesses for an informative session on the economic impact of generative artificial intelligence featuring Goldman Sachs Vice President\, Frank Long. \nFrank will do a deep dive on the macro implications that impact small businesses such as investment flow\, power and utility infrastructure\, supply chain management\, and more! Participants will walk away with an understanding of how AI is shaping the future. \nYou won’t want to miss this valuable intel on AI & the economy\, register today!
URL:https://www.wbenc.org/calendar/generative-ai-economic-impact-the-big-picture-presented-by-wbenc-and-goldman-sachs-10000-small-businesses/
CATEGORIES:Featured,Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241212T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241212T163000
DTSTAMP:20260501T201825
CREATED:20240208T173331Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240208T174653Z
UID:10002178-1734015600-1734021000@www.wbenc.org
SUMMARY:WBENCLink2.0 WBE Training
DESCRIPTION: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! \nWBENCLink2.0 is the proprietary and confidential database platform only accessible to WBENC-Certified WBEs and WBENC Corporate Member\, Government and approved partners. \nThis 90-minute training session is an introduction to the WBENCLink2.0 database and review of the WBE application process for certified WBEs and WBE applicants. During this training\, you will learn about WBENC-specific application standards and best practices regarding your company’s profile and business description. You will also learn about system functionality including system navigation\, account management\, and searching for other WBE suppliers and WBENC Corporate Members. \nInstructions for Registration \n\nGo to wbenclink.org\nSelect ‘See Our Upcoming Schedule’\nSelect View for the desired session\nClick RSVP for Event
URL:https://www.wbenc.org/calendar/wbenclink-wbe-training/2024-12-12/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241213T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241213T150000
DTSTAMP:20260501T201825
CREATED:20241114T151559Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241114T151559Z
UID:10002486-1734098400-1734102000@www.wbenc.org
SUMMARY:Maximizing Your WBE Certification
DESCRIPTION:Whether you’re newly certified or have been for years\, we’ll show you how to make the best of your certification and grow your business.
URL:https://www.wbenc.org/calendar/maximizing-your-wbe-certification/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241217T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241217T110000
DTSTAMP:20260501T201825
CREATED:20240730T184037Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240730T184037Z
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SUMMARY:WBEC South Power Hour
DESCRIPTION: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!
URL:https://www.wbenc.org/calendar/wbec-south-power-hour/2024-12-17/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241217T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241217T150000
DTSTAMP:20260501T201825
CREATED:20241114T150914Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241209T210353Z
UID:10002488-1734444000-1734447600@www.wbenc.org
SUMMARY:WBEC East | How to Get Certified
DESCRIPTION:We’ll show you how to gain the prestigious Women’s Business Enterprise (WBE) certificate and use it to build your business!
URL:https://www.wbenc.org/calendar/how-to-get-certified/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241219T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241219T160000
DTSTAMP:20260501T201825
CREATED:20240208T173812Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240208T174842Z
UID:10001835-1734620400-1734624000@www.wbenc.org
SUMMARY:WBENCLink2.0 Corporate Member Training
DESCRIPTION: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. \nLearn how to best use WBENCLink2.0 to maximize your WBE supplier search and other needs. WBENCLink2.0 is the proprietary and confidential database platform only accessible to WBENC-Certified WBEs and WBENC Corporate Member\, Government and approved partners. \nNote: This training session is NOT for WBENC certified WBEs or applicants seeking certification. This training session is for WBENC Corporate & Government Member users only. If you are looking for WBE training classes\, please click on “Return to List” above and RSVP for the “WBE Applicant Training” event. \nInstructions for Registration \n\nGo to wbenclink.org\nSelect ‘See Our Upcoming Schedule’\nSelect View for the desired session\nClick RSVP for Event\n\n 
URL:https://www.wbenc.org/calendar/wbenclink2-0-corporate-member-training/2024-12-19/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241220T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241220T170000
DTSTAMP:20260501T201825
CREATED:20241220T195453Z
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SUMMARY:WBEC West | 2025 Leveraging My WBENC Certification
DESCRIPTION:Unlock the full potential of your WBENC Certification in this empowering workshop designed to help Women Business Enterprises (WBEs) maximize their certification benefits. Whether you`re newly certified or have been part of the WBENC network for years\, this session will provide actionable strategies to help you leverage your certification for business growth and increased opportunities.\nParticipants will explore how to effectively utilize the WBENC platform\, including:\n\n\nBuilding Strategic Partnerships: Learn how to connect with corporate buyers and other certified WBEs to open doors to new business opportunities.\nAccessing Resources: Discover the wealth of resources\, educational programs\, and tools available exclusively to WBENC-certified businesses.\nMarketing Your Certification: Get tips on how to position your certification as a value-add when marketing to potential clients\, partners\, and customers.\nNavigating Supplier Diversity Professionals: Understand how to successfully approach and engage with corporate supplier diversity professionals\, and make the most of these relationships.\nUnderstanding WBENC and its RPOs: WBENC operates with the support of 14 Regional Partner Organizations (RPOs)\, including WBEC-West. Learn the key differences between WBENC\, WBEC-West\, and the other RPOs\, and how each plays a unique role in supporting and advocating for WBEs across the U.S. Discover how your RPO can provide localized support and connections.\n\n\nThis workshop will equip you with practical insights\, real-world examples\, and a comprehensive understanding of how WBENC and its RPOs work together to help you scale your business\, expand your network\, and fully capitalize on the benefits of WBENC certification. \nJoin us to ensure you`re making the most of your WBENC certification and positioning your business for long-term success!
URL:https://www.wbenc.org/calendar/wbec-west-2025-leveraging-my-wbenc-certification-2/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241224T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241224T110000
DTSTAMP:20260501T201825
CREATED:20240730T184037Z
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SUMMARY:WBEC South Power Hour
DESCRIPTION: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!
URL:https://www.wbenc.org/calendar/wbec-south-power-hour/2024-12-24/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241231T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241231T110000
DTSTAMP:20260501T201825
CREATED:20240730T184037Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240730T184037Z
UID:10002394-1735639200-1735642800@www.wbenc.org
SUMMARY:WBEC South Power Hour
DESCRIPTION: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!
URL:https://www.wbenc.org/calendar/wbec-south-power-hour/2024-12-31/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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