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SUMMARY:Sustainability Accelerator Module 3 Workshop 1
DESCRIPTION:Sustainability Accelerator\nModule 3 — Ready\, Set\, Go\nWorkshop 1 – Developing an Environmental Management System (EMS) \n\n\n \n\nOctober 7th\, 2025 | 1pm to 3pm EST | Virtual \nSustainability is a business imperative for corporate partners. \nCome join WBEC Metro NY and Greater DMV and program partners\, The Fehlig Group\, for the 2024 Sustainability Accelerator\, an accessible and actionable program to help you understand the basics and application of sustainability. \nConsisting of three modules running over nine months\, it includes four interactive Sessions and six optional drop-in clinics per module to provide expert advice on the unique needs of your business as you embed sustainability into your operation. \nMODULE 3: READY\, SET\, GO!  \nPut your business values into practice to provide meaningful impact in areas that matter to you as well as your corporate partners. \nLearn how to develop internal systems to manage\, track and improve sustainable performance. \nGain the knowledge to develop effective managements systems expected by corporate partners and in sustainability assessments and certifications. \nUnderstand how to prepare for sustainability disclosures and how to score well on third-party assessments or certificates. \nLearn how to calculate your carbon footprint with a free tool that translates your business activities into greenhouse gas emissions requested by major corporations. \nIn Module 3: Session 1\, you will build on the momentum from Module 2 and learn about creating your own Environmental Management System (EMS). \nTo get the complete program experience\, it is strongly recommended that you attend all sessions of  Module 3\, See more information here: Sustainability Accelerator | WBEC NY & DMV (wbecnydmv.org) \nClick to register!
URL:https://wbecnydmv.org/event/sustainability-accelerator-module-3-workshop-1-2/
LOCATION:Virtual
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SUMMARY:Why and How to Get Certified
DESCRIPTION:Why and How to Get Certified \nOctober 7th\, 2025 | 2pm EST | Virtual Session\n  \nIf 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)! \nAt WBEC Metro NY & Greater DMV\, fueling local economic growth through the empowerment of women business owners 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 by providing our WBEs with resources\, programming\, network opportunities\, and recognition. \nDo 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? \nJoin us for a 1-hour webinar and 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. \nIn 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. \nYou’ll also have the opportunity to address your specific questions with our WBEC Metro NY and Greater DMV staff. \nReserve your spot today! \nClick here to register.\nThe Women’s Business Enterprise National Council’s (WBENC) mission is to fuel economic growth globally by identifying\, certifying\, and facilitating the development of women-owned businesses. They work to accomplish this by focusing on their CORE platform — Certification\, Opportunities\, Resources\, and Engagement.
URL:https://wbecnydmv.org/event/why-and-how-to-get-certified-21/
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SUMMARY:2025 Supplier Diversity Webinar Series: Online Communications & Your Small Business
DESCRIPTION:Presented by AARP and Older Adults Technology Services (OATS) from AARP \nThis collaborative series from AARP Supplier Diversity and OATS reflects AARP’s commitment to supporting a supply chain that is representative of the communities we serve. Each webinar is designed to strengthen operations and expand the digital capabilities of 50+ small business owners. \nUnlock the power of online communications for your small business! In this lecture\, we’ll discuss the importance of establishing a strong online presence. Additionally\, we’ll look at social media and newsletters as potential avenues to reach your customers. We’ll explore how to effectively engage with your online audience\, introduce some AI tools for marketing\, and discuss newsletter platform options. We’ll also go over considerations to help you choose the right tools to boost your business. \nRegister today and take your business to the next level!
URL:https://wbecnydmv.org/event/2025-supplier-diversity-webinar-series-online-communications-your-small-business/
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