Opportunities for Women-Owned Businesses in Greater DMV
WBEC Greater DMV is a dynamic community of over 900 certified women-owned businesses, building on their success through mutually beneficial partnerships with Fortune 1000 corporations and other WBEs.
Furthering the success of women-owned businesses is our primary mission. We provide WBENC certification—the gold standard in diversity certification—at the regional level, and serve as an advocate for certified women-owned businesses in the District of Columbia, Maryland and Virginia offering them tools, resources, information, educational programs, matchmaking, meet & greet and networking opportunities and recognition.
Newly-Certified WBEs
Greater DMV Women-owned Businesses Account for:
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WBEC Greater DMV
- Washington, D.C.
- Maryland
- Virginia
WBEC Metro NY and Greater DMV is a local network with national access. All WBENC certified businesses have access to programming, corporate, and business opportunities offered by all 14 Regional Partner Organizations.
Our position within a high-profile national organization gives us a platform for generating awareness of certified WBEs and paving the way to real business opportunities. At the same time, having local offices in New York and Washington, D.C. allows us to work with WBEs directly and help them reach their goals through a range of regionally based events and programs.
Events
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WBEC NY DMV Partner Program: Positioned to Compete with EXIM Bank, SBA, and the Department of Commerce
Partner Program: Positioned to Compete with EXIM Bank, SBA, and the Department of Commerce June 11 | 1 to 2 p.m. EST | Virtual WBEC NY DMV invites you to a June 11 virtual session designed for businesses preparing for their next stage of growth and expansion into new markets. Representatives from EXIM Bank, the…
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Why and How to Get Certified
Why and How to Get Certified June 23 | 1 to 2 pm EST | Virtual Session 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…
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I’m Certified, Now What?
VirtualMaximizing Your WBENC Certification July 2nd, 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 best to use and…
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WEtalks: Staffing to Scale: Building Capacity Without Breaking Your Budget with Stephanie Ranno of FlexProfessionals
July 7 | 11 a.m. to 12 p.m. EST | Virtual Session As your business grows, so does the pressure on you as a founder. Many women business owners delay hiring because full-time payroll feels like a big leap, yet continuing to do everything yourself limits growth and impact. This session, led by Stephanie Ranno,…
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Pitch Academy: The Science of Storytelling
Pitch Academy The Science of Storytelling July 8 | 11:30 am to 1 pm EST | Virtual Session Storytelling drives results. A powerful story changes everything. It draws people in, strengthens your message, and makes your ideas stick. This workshop blends AI with human guidance to help you craft stories that elevate every conversation. What…
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Why and How to Get Certified
Why and How to Get Certified July 28 | 1 to 2 pm EST | Virtual Session 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…
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Why and How to Get Certified
Why and How to Get Certified August 25 | 1 to 2 pm EST | Virtual Session 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…
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I’m Certified, Now What?
VirtualMaximizing Your WBENC Certification August 27th, 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 best to use and…
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I’m Certified, Now What?
VirtualMaximizing Your WBENC Certification September 17th, 2026 | 2pm to 3pm 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 best to use and…
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Why and How to Get Certified
Why and How to Get Certified September 29 | 1 to 2 pm EST | Virtual Session 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…
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I’m Certified, Now What?
VirtualMaximizing Your WBENC Certification October 1st, 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 best to use and…
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Why and How to Get Certified
Why and How to Get Certified October 27 | 1 to 2 pm EST | Virtual Session 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…