Posts by Alyssa
2026 Theme Reveal: SYNERGY
2026 Theme Reveal: SYNERGY A year of aligned effort and clearer pathways to opportunity across the WBEC NY DMV network Each year, WBEC NY DMV chooses a theme that reflects…
Read MoreFrom Determination to Discovery: How Aida Massie is Building Opportunity in Construction
When you meet Aida Massie, owner of Discovery Construction LLC, one thing becomes immediately clear: she carries the strength of her Panamanian roots and the vision of her entrepreneurial family…
Read MoreOur Bold New Chapter: WBEC NY DMV’s Strategic Vision for 2025–2026
Our Bold New Chapter WBEC NY DMV’s Strategic Vision for 2025–2026 Dear WBEs, Corporate Partners, and Allied Organizations, Together, we’re building something powerful. Over the years, WBEC NY DMV has…
Read MoreLooking Ahead to 2026—Leading the Way with Access to Opportunities and Support for Women-Business Owners
The energy across our network is inspiring. In every conversation with our women-business owners and corporate partners, one thing is clear: this community is filled with unstoppable talent, passion, and…
Read MoreRecounting a Remarkable 2025 WBEC NY DMV Pitch Competition
This summer, WBEC Metro NY and Greater DMV hosted the 2025 Powerplay Pitch Competition — a journey that began in May with business pitch submissions from an array of WBEs…
Read MoreHonoring the Legacy of Pamela Prince-Eason
A Tribute from the WBEC Metro NY & Greater DMV Board of Directors In the wake of WBENC’s most successful national conference to date, our celebration was cut short by…
Read More2025 WBENC Recap: Celebrating an Inspiring Conference Marked by Impactful Leadership
The 2025 WBENC National Conference in New Orleans was a powerful opportunity for our WBEs, corporate partners, and board and staff, to connect with the larger network and each other,…
Read MorePivoting, expanding, building resilience: Wendy Shen on surviving the trade war
Pivoting, Expanding, Building Resilience Wendy Shen On Surviving the Trade War “We have no time for preparation, it is very uncertain.” That’s how Wendy Shen, President and CEO of FLOMO/Nygala…
Read MoreBoard of Directors — Kevin Kenny
Board Member | Director Shared Services, Dominion EnergyKevin Kenny Kevin S. Kenny is director of the Shared Services Center of Excellence. He is responsible for overseeing Supply Chain sustainability, supplier…
Read MoreLeading with Empathy and Community: How SAGE Advice & WBEC Shaped Farah Bala’s Entrepreneurship Journey
Leading with Empathy and Community How SAGE Advice & WBEC Shaped Farah Bala’s Entrepreneurship Journey Born in Nigeria with Persian ancestry, raised in India, and now based in New York,…
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