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WBEC Metro NY

Opportunities for Women-Owned Businesses in Metro NY

WBEC Metro NY is a dynamic community of over 1,700 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 Southern Connecticut, New York and Northern New Jersey offering them tools, resources, information, educational programs, matchmaking, meet & greet and networking opportunities and recognition.

Newly-Certified WBEs

Metro NY Women-owned Businesses Account for:

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wbec metro ny

  • New York
  • Northern and Central New Jersey (through Trenton)
  • Southern Connecticut (through New Haven)

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.

all regional partner organizations
Christine Creter headshot

"I started my business with little to no training in how to run a business.  The SAGE program provided a great overview of various aspects of running a business (finance, marketing, legal, HR, hiring, budgeting, etc.)  The program helped me validate some of what I am already doing and also to identify areas where I can improve. The best part of the program, however, was forcing me to take a hard look at my business, clarify my vision, goals, and objectives… and work ON the business rather than IN the business!"

Christine Creter

Strategist and Principal, Creter Group Inc. - New Fairfield, CT
Ariana Blossom headshot

"I joined SAGE to learn about the areas of my business that I felt weakest in: finances, risk management, and marketing. The SAGE team brings in world-class experts who are down to earth, supportive, and bring incredible value. I recommend the program to any WBE ready to step more fully into the business owner role."

Ariana Blossom

Executive Coach, Business Strategist, Uncommon Accord - Trumansburg, NY

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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…

  • I’m Certified, Now What?

    Virtual

    Maximizing 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…

  • 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…

  • 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…

  • 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…

  • I’m Certified, Now What?

    Virtual

    Maximizing 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…

  • I’m Certified, Now What?

    Virtual

    Maximizing 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…

  • 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…

  • I’m Certified, Now What?

    Virtual

    Maximizing 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…

  • 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…

  • I’m Certified, Now What?

    Virtual

    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 best to use and…

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