Take your business to the next level

The WBENC-Tuck Capstone Program, brought to you by IBM, is a reimagined, immersive in-person learning experience for WBE executives who have mastered foundational principles through WBENC virtual and traditional development opportunities and are poised for growth or have experienced measurable results in growing their business and are seeking next-level performance. Topics will focus on financial management, marketing, entrepreneurship, and operations skills needed to pursue next-level growth.

WBENC partners with Dartmouth University’s highly regarded Tuck School of Business for coursework development and content delivery by faculty. WBE attendees also form a close network that continues to provide a source of support, expertise, opportunities, and strategic alliances long after graduation.

Applications for WBENC-Tuck Capstone are closed.

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Why Participate

WBENC partners with Dartmouth University’s highly regarded Tuck School of Business for coursework development and content delivery by faculty. The program will include peer group sessions, access to Tuck faculty, IBM executive speakers, and WBE panels.

WBE attendees also form a close network that continues to provide a source of support, expertise, opportunities, and strategic alliances.

Building upon the fundamentals taught in Tuck-WBENC Executive Program (Tuck I), Tuck-WBENC Strategic Growth Program (Tuck II), WeTHRIVE, and WeIGNITE, powered by the Entrepreneurial Operating System, the WBENC-Tuck Capstone Program curriculum will guide WBE executives to:

  • Design a strategic plan for sustained future success
  • Develop advanced capabilities for business growth
    • Analysis and interpretation of financial information for decision-makers
    • Assess supply chain performance in terms of creating customer value and increasing competitiveness
  • Prepare leaders, using innovative teaching techniques, to recognize and communicate their value
    • Develop marketing strategies to scale
  • Create opportunities for peer learning and networking with faculty and fellow participants
Eligibility

Eligibility Criteria:

  • WBEs currently in good standing as a WBENC-Certified Women’s Business Enterprise
  • Successfully completed WeTHRIVE, WeIGNITE, Tuck I Executive Education or Tuck II Strategic Growth

While this program does not require WBEs to a bring a member of their executive team, it is required that the WBE be present for the entirety of the program and may not send an executive in lieu of their participation.

WBENC is not currently accepting applications for the WBENC-Tuck Capstone program. We encourage you to explore our other programs for current opportunities.

If you are interested in applying for a future program, sign up for updates to be the first to know, or contact us at tuck@wbenc.org.

The impact of the program overall is enabling my firm to scale effectively. All three courses were targeted at a high level for drivers that provide metrics for success. The WBENC-Tuck program is a highly recommended program any Woman Founder should incorporate in her growth strategy.
Pat Sanford
CEO, Alexander Perry Inc.
The WBENC Tuck CAPSTONE program was invaluable to me. There were many AHA moments that directly related to my business. The teachers were FANTASTIC and provided thought provoking insights. The speakers from IBM were down to earth, relatable, and motivational. WBENC personnel fostered a truly caring, supportive environment to help make connections and camaraderie that I believe will be long lasting. The program is a motivational GAME CHANGER. It's a MUST attend program for women owned businesses looking for learning, support, and connections with like-minded entrepreneurs.
Priya Osuri
CEO and Founder, Anar Gourmet Foods
What you learn in this program will teach you a new way of looking at your business and add so much value to your decision making. It's invaluable - I can't wait to see how all our businesses transform. The format allows you to meet and spend quality time with most of the amazing WBEs. Attend this program!
Melinda Zito O'Brien
CEO/Managing MemberEnergy Utility Group
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Program Details

The majority of the program takes place on-site at the IBM Learning Center in Armonk, NY.

  • On-site program: October 17 – October 20, 2022
    • Day and evening sessions, beginning at 2pm Monday, October 17, and ending 12pm October 20
  • Virtual one-hour logistics session in September
  • Virtual 90-minute Financial Management refresher in September

Through the support of our corporate members, WBENC is providing the tuition, hotel, and meals for the program at no cost to the participant. Each participant is responsible for their own travel expenses (airfare, rail, auto, transfers, tolls, parking, etc.), incidentals, and any additional hotel nights outside of the core program days.