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Why and How to Get Certified<\/span><\/span><\/h1>\n

June 23 | 1 to 2 pm EST | Virtual Session<\/h3>\n

I<\/span>f\u00a0you\u2019re\u00a0a 51% women-owned or operated company,\u00a0you\u2019re\u00a0just a few steps away from becoming a WBENC-Certified women\u2019s business enterprise (WBE)!<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

At WBEC Metro NY & Greater DMV, fueling local economic growth through the empowerment of women business owners is our primary mission. We provide WBENC certification\u2014the gold standard in diversity certification\u2014at the regional level and serve as an advocate for certified women-owned businesses by providing our WBEs with resources, programming, network opportunities, and recognition.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Do you want access to supplier diversity and procurement opportunities, networking events with like-minded women entrepreneurs, leadership development programs, and exclusive resources to grow and scale your business?<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Join us for a 1-hour\u00a0webinar\u00a0and learn why the benefits of Certification go far beyond a Certification seal and the steps you can take to start your Certification process right away.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

In this session, you will gain a comprehensive understanding of WBENC Certification, including its benefits, eligibility criteria, the application process, and local opportunities within your region and the larger ecosystem.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

You\u2019ll also\u00a0have the opportunity to\u00a0address your specific questions with our WBEC Metro NY and Greater DMV staff.<\/span> Reserve your spot today!<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/p>\n

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