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SUMMARY:Women of Color LEGACY — Scaling Your Influence: Personal Branding for Entrepreneurs
DESCRIPTION:WBENC is pleased to invite you to attend “Scaling Your Influence: Personal Branding for Entrepreneurs.” \nDuring this session\, you will explore the essential elements of personal branding and learn how to define and communicate what makes you unique. You will gain insights into how others perceive you\, what you are known for\, and what sets you apart. This session will guide you through the process of building a strong personal brand that resonates both in and out of the room. \nBy the end of this workshop\, participants will be able to: \n• Understand the importance of personal branding and how it impacts your professional image.\n• Identify and articulate your key differentiators and what makes your brand unique.\n• Develop a clear and compelling personal brand statement that reflects your values and strengths.\n• Learn strategies to maintain and enhance your personal brand to ensure it aligns with your professional goals. \nJoin us on July 16th\, 2024\, from 4:00-5:00 PM ET to gain practical insights and techniques for scaling your influence through effective personal branding. \nAs a WBENC Community Resources Group (CRG) housed within the WBENC Women of Color program\, LEGACY is committed to celebrating and embracing the rich diversity of African American\, Afro\, and Black women entrepreneurs. This CRG was created to provide a supportive network that addresses the unique needs and aspirations of our constituents\, while cultivating an environment where every member can achieve their business goals. All allies are always welcomed. Learn more about LEGACY here: https://www.wbenc.org/programs/women-of-color-program/women-of-color-legacy-african-american-afro-black-community-program/ \n 
URL:https://www.wbenc.org/calendar/women-of-color-legacy-july-session/
CATEGORIES:Featured,Networking Event,Webinar
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SUMMARY:Women of Color TAPESTRY | From Engagement to Action: Optimizing Social Media Posts for Website Conversions
DESCRIPTION:In this practical workshop\, you’ll discover how to optimize your social media posts to drive website conversions. We’ll provide you with actionable strategies and tips to enhance your social media messaging\, ensuring it aligns with your website goals. By the end of this session\, you’ll be equipped with the knowledge to fine-tune your social media efforts for maximum impact and conversion. \n 
URL:https://www.wbenc.org/calendar/women-of-color-pan-asian-july-session/
CATEGORIES:Featured,Networking Event,Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240716T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240716T140000
DTSTAMP:20260619T115714
CREATED:20240517T172151Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240701T161033Z
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SUMMARY:WOC UNIDAS Insight to Impact: Creating Stronger Brand Stories with Data
DESCRIPTION:In today’s competitive landscape\, crafting a compelling brand story is essential. But how do you ensure your story resonates with your audience? This presentation will dive into the power of data-driven storytelling. We’ll explore how to leverage customer insights\, market trends\, and brand performance metrics to craft narratives that are both impactful and authentic. \nKey Takeaways: \n• Learn how data can unlock deeper customer understanding.\n• Discover strategies for using data to identify and refine your brand message.\n• Explore techniques for weaving data points into compelling brand narratives.\n• Gain practical tips for measuring the effectiveness of your data-driven story. \nJoin us and discover how data can be your secret weapon for building brand stories that connect!
URL:https://www.wbenc.org/calendar/women-of-color-unidas-building-an-effective-brand-identity/
CATEGORIES:Featured,Networking Event,Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240711T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240711T163000
DTSTAMP:20260619T115714
CREATED:20240208T173331Z
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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/2024-07-11/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240702T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240702T170000
DTSTAMP:20260619T115714
CREATED:20240424T153956Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240620T192810Z
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SUMMARY:Women of Color | Beyond the Brand: Marketing Strategies and Persona Mapping for Success
DESCRIPTION:Are you ready to transform your marketing approach and build a loyal customer base? Join our powerful session\, “Beyond the Brand: Marketing Strategies and Persona Mapping for Success\,” where we’ll equip you with the tools and insights needed to succeed. Join us to enhance your marketing strategies\, attract and retain your ideal customers\, and drive sustainable growth for your business. Don’t miss this opportunity to elevate your brand and achieve lasting success. \nKey Takeaways: \n\nIdentify your target market with precision.\nUnderstand and optimize the customer journey.\nBuild long-term relationships that foster loyalty.\nImplement up-sells and cross-sells to increase customer value.\nCreate a referral community to turn satisfied customers into brand advocates.
URL:https://www.wbenc.org/calendar/women-of-color-all-community-session-4/
CATEGORIES:Featured,Networking Event,Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240627T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240627T170000
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CREATED:20240123T214546Z
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SUMMARY:WBENC Women & Pride Community Social Hour: Celebrating PRIDE
DESCRIPTION:LGBTQ+ Pride Month\, held during the month of June\, celebrates and commemorates the struggle towards progress and equality sparked from the 1969 Stonewall Uprising in Manhattan\, a significant tipping point in the modern LGBTQ+ rights movement. The upcoming\, virtual WBENC Women & Pride Community Social Hour will provide a safe space to connect with like-minded peers\, foster relationships\, and combat feelings of isolation while celebrating all LGBTQ+ identities. Bring your favorite women-owned beverage and come prepared to engage in authentic conversations meant to advance and amplify the LBGTQ+ business community. \n 
URL:https://www.wbenc.org/calendar/women-pride-june-event/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Featured,Networking Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240627T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240627T150000
DTSTAMP:20260619T115714
CREATED:20240423T171617Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240524T152850Z
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SUMMARY:WBE Financial Readiness: “Access to Capital Thursday”\, brought to you by Bridge
DESCRIPTION:SESSION 3 | Brought to you by Bridge\nAccess to Capital Thursday\nThursday\, June 27 | 2:00 – 3:00 PM \nLooking for business funding can sometimes be an overwhelming process. Join WBENC and Bridge for Access to Capital Thursday to hear directly from Bridge and two small and medium business lenders committed to improving access to capital for underrepresented businesses. \nLearn about how to prepare for a loan application\, what banks look for in a loan request\, and get tips on how to make your business ready for bank financing. \nThis webinar is part of the WBENC LIFT Financial Center of Excellence. \nOpen to all WBENC-Certified WBEs. \nRegister Now
URL:https://www.wbenc.org/calendar/wbe-financial-readiness-with-bridge/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Featured,Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240620T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240620T160000
DTSTAMP:20260619T115714
CREATED:20240208T173812Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240208T174842Z
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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/2024-06-20/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240319
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20241012
DTSTAMP:20260619T115714
CREATED:20220621T163849Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240123T221237Z
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SUMMARY:WBENC Chemical Industry Accelerator
DESCRIPTION: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.\nMore details to come! \n  \n 
URL:https://www.wbenc.org/calendar/wbenc-chemical-industry-accelerator-kick-off-session/
CATEGORIES:Conference,Virtual Conference
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