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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.
IGNITE Your Business in the New Year! WeIGNITE is a highly interactive, 5-week virtual executive education program for WBENC-Certified Women’s Business Enterprises (WBEs), brought to you by Wells Fargo. During this program, participants will gain clarity on their business vision and understand its implications for leadership, teams, and business operations. The program equips WBEs with simple, […]
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!
Join us for the WBEC-East 2025 Annual Meeting! WBEC-East Leaders will share our 2024 accomplishments, our vision and the plans to make 2025 successful for you and your business. The WBEC-East Annual Meeting is a must-attend event to learn about our committees, initiatives, and business growth, learning, and networking opportunities in 2025. We look forward […]
The WBENC Open House is returning January 29th to inspire the WBENC network to gear up for a successful 2025! Hear directly from Team WBENC as we highlight upcoming opportunities for the 2025 calendar year to accelerate growth and meaningful connections within the larger entrepreneurial ecosystem. Join us as we share details and key dates […]
This webinar will take you through all the local and national opportunities to get involved with our women owned businesses. You will hear from current members as well as WBEC ORV staff, with the goal of ensuring you get the most out of your membership.
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 […]
The WBEC-East Business Financial Literacy Series is a free 3-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. The Financial Literacy Series Workshops: Week 1: Business Finance Basics - Thursday, January 16th, […]
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.
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!
Join WBENC and one of the newest 2025 Women Owned in Retail partners to learn about Kohl's Mentorship Program. In this one-time session suppliers will learn about mentoring and networking opportunities for companies interested in doing business with Kohl's. Attendees will hear from the Kohl's team directly about the benefits of this program and all […]
"Becoming a Certified WBE (Women Business Enterprise)" is a comprehensive and interactive workshop designed to guide women entrepreneurs through the process of obtaining certification as a Women-Owned Business Enterprise. This workshop aims to empower women business owners by providing them with the knowledge and tools needed to navigate the certification process successfully. Participants will gain […]
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!
Interested in taking the whole 5-week series? Register here for a discount! The JumpStart series is a low cost, flexible five-week workshop series that helps prospective business owners increase their chances for success and reduce the risks associated with starting a business. Register here for the entire series at $155.00, or go to the calendar to select […]
The Doing Business with Corporates Series is a dynamic and tailored workshop series crafted specifically for Certified Women Business Enterprises (WBEs) seeking to establish and strengthen partnerships with corporate entities. This series provides a unique opportunity for women entrepreneurs to gain invaluable insights, build relationships with corporate decision-makers, and enhance their capacity to secure and navigate […]
Event Information 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. Participants will […]
Join us for an informational session on what the WBENC certification can do for your business! Learn how the WBENC certification can benefit your business directly from a member of our certification team as well as certified WBEs. *This session is designed for women of color (WOC) business owners - both certified and non-certified, 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 session will provide you with the necessary tools to create a brief and engaging Capability Statement that will help you put your best foot forward when pitching to potential clients. What You'll Learn: The purpose of a Capability Statement The elements of a Capability Statement How to make your Capability Statement stand out
Interested in taking the whole 5-week series? Register here for a discount! The JumpStart series is a low cost, flexible five-week workshop series that helps prospective business owners increase their chances for success and reduce the risks associated with starting a business. Register here for the entire series at $155.00, or go to the calendar to select […]
Congratulations on achieving your WBENC Women's Business Enterprise (WBE) certification! Now that you've taken this significant step towards business growth and inclusivity, it's time to embark on your journey as a certified WBE with the Ohio River Valley Women's Business Council (WBEC ORV). Join us for our exclusive ORV Onboarding Webinar, tailor-made for newly certified […]
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!
Interested in taking the whole 5-week series? Register here for a discount! The JumpStart series is a low cost, flexible five-week workshop series that helps prospective business owners increase their chances for success and reduce the risks associated with starting a business. Register here for the entire series at $155.00, or go to the calendar to select […]
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 […]
Webinar Information Are you considering applying for the WBENC certification or simply looking to deepen your understanding of the certification process? The Ins and Outs of Certification workshop is your comprehensive guide to navigating the WBENC certification journey from start to finish. Whether you`re new to the process or need clarity on specific requirements, this session is designed […]
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