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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.
Learn about the benefits of WBENC Certification and more through WBEC Pacific. Curious about WBENC and WOSB Certification through WBEC Pacific? Get your questions answered at our Why Certify webinar. Registration is free for all those interested. Workshops are held every 4th Monday of the month, from 12:00 p.m. to 12:30 p.m.
Leveraging Your Certification is for newly WBENC-certified Women’s Business Enterprise (WBE) owners to help you grow your business as a diverse vendor, supplier, or contractor. Take-aways: • How to access and navigate WBENC certification benefits, • Familiarity with the conduct of business in our network, • Upcoming events and opportunities to look out for, and […]
October 27 | 1 to 2 pm EST | Virtual If you’re a 51% women-owned or operated company, you’re just a few steps away from becoming a WBENC-Certified women’s business enterprise (WBE)! At WBEC Metro NY & Greater DMV, fueling local economic growth through the empowerment of women business owners is our primary mission. We provide WBENC certification—the gold […]
Are you interested in doing business with GSK? Please join us for an informative webinar to learn about GSK’s supplier sourcing and procurement initiatives. You’ll hear about their company’s mission, supplier goals, and steps to connect with their team. Come with questions and be ready to engage with fellow WBE’s who may be looking to do […]
Join WBEC South on the last Thursday of every month for an informative session designed to help you better understand WBENC certification. This webinar provides a clear overview of certification requirements, eligibility standards, and the step-by-step application process for both WBE and SBA WOSB certification.
WBEC-West`s Platinum Supplier Program is one of our most popular programs and a must-attend for WBENC-certified WBEs looking to launch into corporate contracting. Unlock the path to corporate contracting success with the WBEC-West Platinum Supplier Program (PSP). This program is a must for WBENC-certified Women Business Enterprises (WBEs) aiming to excel in corporate contracts. Attendees who […]
Brewed for Business: WBE Networking Coffee Hosted by WBEC-West | California (OC) Forum 1st Wednesday of each month Wednesday, January 7, 2026 Wednesday, February 4, 2026 Wednesday, March 4, 2026 Wednesday, April 1, 2026 Wednesday, May 6, 2026 Wednesday, June 3, 2026 Wednesday, July 1, 2026 Wednesday, August 5, 2026 Wednesday, September 2, 2026 Wednesday, […]
The event will take place on November 5th, 2026, from 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM and will be held at the Springfield Innovation Center located at 276 Bridge Street in Springfield, MA. This is a fantastic opportunity for WBENC-certified, small, diverse, and veteran-owned businesses to connect with a wide range of major corporations and organizations. […]
Ready to unlock new opportunities for your business? Join WBEC South for Maximizing Your WBENC Certification, an engaging event designed to help you explore corporate partnerships, discover business opportunities, and access valuable training resources.
Table Topics is our monthly BYOL lunch-and-learn that features networking, educational topics, and a speaker. It's offered in person or virtually! It's offered in person or virtually! Registration Launching Soon!
This 90-minute training session is an introduction to the WBENCLink2.0 database and review of the WBE application process for WBENC-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, […]
I’m Certified, Now What? Maximizing Your WBENC Certification November 12th, 2026 | 1pm to 2pm EST | Virtual Session If you’re a newly certified WBE or would like to maximize your certification, you don’t want to miss this! Learn more about the WBENC and WBEC Metro NY and Greater DMV network and opportunities. Learn how […]
November 12 | 1 to 2pm EST | Virtual If you’re a newly certified WBE or would like to maximize your certification, you don’t want to miss this! Learn more about the WBENC and WBEC Metro NY and Greater DMV network and opportunities. Learn how best to use and navigate WBENCLink2.0. Meet the WBEC Metro […]
Learn about WBCS and the certifications we offer. While we remain steadfast in our focus of empowering women business owners through WBE certification, we welcome all small business owners to pursue SBE certification through our organization.
Becoming certified as a Women's Business Enterprise (WBE) is about so much more than being able to attach the colorful "women owned" logo to your business card. It's about opening up doors to a network of thousands of other women entrepreneurs and hundreds of corporate and government partners looking to work with women-owned businesses. This […]
The WBEC-West WBE Resource Portal (WRP) is a powerful, exclusive tool filled with essential resources to help you maximize the impact of your WBENC certification. In this step-by-step session, we`ll guide you through the portal, demonstrating how to connect with other WBEs interested in mutual business, forming strategic partnerships, and collaborating on upcoming bid opportunities. […]
Unlock the Power of Being a Certified Woman-Owned Business Are you a woman business owner ready to take your business to the next level? Join WBEC-West for this must-attend webinar where we’ll walk you step-by-step through the WBENC Certification process — and show you how becoming WBE Certified can open doors to national contracts, supplier opportunities, and corporate partnerships. […]
You’re Invited to the 2026 WBEC Metro NY Impact Awards Luncheon! Join us on Friday, November 20, 2026, at the Mandarin Oriental in New York City for a day of celebration, connection, and recognition you won’t want to miss! Get ready for: Inspiring awards honoring the women-business enterprises, corporate partners, and alliance partners making extraordinary impact. Powerful networking with […]
Learn about the benefits of WBENC Certification and more through WBEC Pacific. Curious about WBENC and WOSB Certification through WBEC Pacific? Get your questions answered at our Why Certify webinar. Registration is free for all those interested. Workshops are held every 4th Monday of the month, from 12:00 p.m. to 12:30 p.m.
Leveraging Your Certification is for newly WBENC-certified Women’s Business Enterprise (WBE) owners to help you grow your business as a diverse vendor, supplier, or contractor. Take-aways: • How to access and navigate WBENC certification benefits, • Familiarity with the conduct of business in our network, • Upcoming events and opportunities to look out for, and […]
November 24 | 1 to 2 pm EST | Virtual If you’re a 51% women-owned or operated company, you’re just a few steps away from becoming a WBENC-Certified women’s business enterprise (WBE)! At WBEC Metro NY & Greater DMV, fueling local economic growth through the empowerment of women business owners is our primary mission. We provide WBENC certification—the gold […]
Join WBEC South on the last Thursday of every month for an informative session designed to help you better understand WBENC certification. This webinar provides a clear overview of certification requirements, eligibility standards, and the step-by-step application process for both WBE and SBA WOSB certification.
December 1 | 1 to 2 pm EST | Virtual If you’re a 51% women-owned or operated company, you’re just a few steps away from becoming a WBENC-Certified women’s business enterprise (WBE)! At WBEC Metro NY & Greater DMV, fueling local economic growth through the empowerment of women business owners is our primary mission. We provide WBENC certification—the gold […]
Please join us for an informative webinar to learn about PPL’s supplier sourcing and procurement initiatives. You’ll hear about their company’s mission, supplier goals, and steps to connect with their team. Come with questions and be ready to engage with fellow WBE’s who may be looking to do business with you, too!
Brewed for Business: WBE Networking Coffee Hosted by WBEC-West | California (OC) Forum 1st Wednesday of each month Wednesday, January 7, 2026 Wednesday, February 4, 2026 Wednesday, March 4, 2026 Wednesday, April 1, 2026 Wednesday, May 6, 2026 Wednesday, June 3, 2026 Wednesday, July 1, 2026 Wednesday, August 5, 2026 Wednesday, September 2, 2026 Wednesday, […]
Are your keywords holding you back from accessing corporate opportunities? This essential workshop is designed to help you understand the power of the WBEC-West Sourcing Program and the pivotal role your keywords play in connecting with corporate buyers. During this interactive session, you`ll gain: A Clear Understanding of the WBEC-West Sourcing Program: Learn how this program […]
You’re Invited to the 2026 WBEC Greater DMV Impact Awards Luncheon! Join us on Thursday, December 3, 2026, at the The Fairmont in Washington, D.C., for a day of celebration, connection, and recognition you won’t want to miss! Get ready for: Inspiring awards honoring the women-business enterprises, corporate partners, and alliance partners making extraordinary impact. Powerful networking with […]
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