From Certified to Contracted: A Supplier Engagement Playbook
You’ve got the certification. Now let’s turn it into contracts.
In June, we talked about how to get found. Now, in September, we’re taking the next step: how to turn certification, conferences, and corporate connections into real business opportunities—and signed contracts.
Join the WBEC-Pacific Oregon Forum, Portland State Business Accelerator, Port of Portland and more for an interactive working lunch featuring corporate supplier diversity leaders and women-owned business owners who’ve been on both sides of the table. Bring your own lunch to the meeting.
Date: September 10, 2026
Time: 11:30am – 1:30PM
Location:
Metro Region Innovation Hub
2130 SW 5th Ave
Portland, OR 97201-4908
Come ready to learn, ask questions, and walk away with practical strategies you can put to work immediately.
What We’ll Explore
- How corporate buyers identify and engage potential suppliers
- What happens after you make the connection
- How to turn conference conversations and introductions into meaningful follow-ups
- What corporate decision-makers look for before awarding contracts
- How to position your business beyond your certification
- Strategies for moving from “nice to meet you” to “let’s do business”
Bring Your Own Lunch!
Grab your favorite lunch and join us for a working lunch focused on turning connections into contracts.
This isn’t just another networking event—it’s a working lunch designed to help you move from visibility to opportunity, and from opportunity to revenue.
Bring your questions. Bring your business goals. Bring your elevator pitch.
Let’s go From Certified to Contracted.
Seating is limited, reserve your spot today!
Proudly hosted by WBEC-Pacific’s Oregon Forum Leaders
