Events
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WEtalks: Leading Confidently: Get Out of Your Own Way
September 8 | 11 am to 12 pm EST | Virtual Women are often their own toughest critics, placing pressure on themselves to be perfect, second-guessing their decisions, and holding back from pursuing opportunities because of self-doubt. For women business owners, these limiting beliefs can hinder growth, leadership, and success. This empowering session, led by…
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WEtalks: Earn Your Influence, Speak the Language
September 10 | 11 am to 12 pm EST | Virtual Women leaders often carry invisible pressure — to be likable, competent, accommodating, strategic, and emotionally intelligent all at once. Over time, that pressure can quietly shape how we speak, how we advocate for ourselves, and how much of ourselves we allow to be seen…
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2026 Dominion Convergence Conference and Supplier Expo
September 15 | 9:30 am - 2:30 pm | Richmond, VA Convergence 2026, hosted by Dominion Energy, is a supplier expo with more than 80 exhibitors participating. During Convergence 2026, small, local, and diverse businesses can learn about upcoming opportunities and develop relationships with each participating company. Event Details When: September 15, 9:30 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.…
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2026 WBEC Metro NY Powerplay Pitch Competition Live Virtual Final
September 15 | 12 to 2 pm EST | Virtual Join us live on Zoom for the WBEC Metro NY 2026 Powerplay Pitch Competition Finals on September 15 from 12:00–2:00 p.m. ET. Ten Certified women-owned business pitch semi-finalists from the WBEC Metro NY region will compete live before a panel of corporate partner judges, presenting…
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Join NGLCCNY and WBEC NY DMV at the 2026 NGLCCNY Summit: Our Economic Impact
September 16 | 10 am to 5 pm EST | CUNY Graduate Center, Midtown Manhattan The Summit brings together LGBTQ+ and allied business owners, corporate leaders, procurement professionals, government representatives, nonprofit organizations, higher education institutions, and economic development partners for a full day focused on business growth, market access, collaboration, and the economic contributions of…
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I’m Certified, Now What?
VirtualMaximizing Your WBENC Certification September 17 | 2 to 3pm EST | Virtual 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 navigate WBENCLink2.0.…
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NYC Watch Party for the WBEC Greater DMV Pitch Powerplay Competition
CHIEF 13 East 19th Street, New York City, NY, United StatesSeptember 23 | 11:30 a.m. to 2:30 pm EST | In-Person Join us for an intimate NYC Watch Party as we tune in to the WBEC Greater DMV Pitch Powerplay Competition and cheer on the women business owners taking the stage to pitch their businesses. Hosted by WBEC NY DMV FORUM members Sherene Strausberg of…
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2026 WBEC Greater DMV Powerplay Pitch Competition Live Virtual Final
September 23 | 12 to 2 pm EST | Virtual Join us live on Zoom for the WBEC Greater DMV 2026 Powerplay Pitch Competition Finals on September 23 from 12:00–2:00 p.m. ET. Ten Certified women-owned business pitch semi-finalists from the WBEC Greater DMV network will compete live before a panel of corporate partner judges, sharing…
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Partner Programming: TAP Presents The Art of Pricing for Profitability
September 24 | 12 pm to 1 pm EST | Virtual Many small business owners rely on guesswork, outdated assumptions, or solely competitor pricing, leaving money on the table or not covering costs. In this practical workshop, you'll learn how to approach pricing in a more structured way so you can better understand your costs,…
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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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How to Do Business with Southern Maryland Electric Cooperative (SMECO) Event
September 30 | 8 am to 12 pm EST | Hughesville, MD In partnership with WBEC NY DMV and CRMSDC, this supplier engagement event is an opportunity for Certified diverse suppliers to connect with SMECO’s procurement team and SMECO stakeholders. Held on September 30 from 8 a.m. to 12 p.m. in Hughesville, MD, the event…
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Retail Ready Spotlight: How Beauty & CPG Entrepreneurs Can Leverage WBE Certification to Land Shelf Space at Major Retailers
September 30 | 11 am to 1 pm EST | In-Person Are you a WBE-certified beauty, lifestyle, or CPG founder ready to pitch with confidence? Join us for an in-person workshop that teaches you how to talk to retail and gives you the rare chance to practice in front of the people who listen to…