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SUMMARY:How to Do Business with Empire City Casino & MGM National Harbor: Procurement Opportunities\, Supplier Connections & Community Partners
DESCRIPTION:October 6 | 12 pm to 1 pm EST | Virtual\nInterested in doing business with Empire City Casino & MGM National Harbor? \nJoin WBEC Metro NY and Greater DMV for a virtual session with the teams from Empire City Casino & MGM National Harbor to learn how their procurement process works and what suppliers should know when pursuing opportunities with MGM Resorts. Attendees will hear directly from MGM Resorts representatives about what they buy\, current procurement opportunities\, purchasing and RFP processes\, vendor requirements\, supplier registration\, and best practices for working with their teams. You will also hear from community partners about resources\, certifications\, and relationships that can help businesses strengthen their connections to corporate procurement opportunities. \nWhat You’ll Learn: \n• Procurement opportunities with Empire City Casino & MGM National Habor\n• Categories of goods and services\n• Purchasing and RFP processes\n• Vendor onboarding and supplier requirements\n• Best practices for prospective suppliers\n• How to register your business in their supplier database\n• The role of certifications in supplier opportunities\n• Resources and connections available through community partners \nAttendees will have an opportunity to hear directly from MGM and participating community partners during Q&A and learn how to stay connected after the program. Whether you are interested in becoming an MGM Resorts supplier\, learning more about upcoming procurement opportunities\, or strengthening the relationships that can help connect your business to corporate opportunities\, this session will give you practical information and direct access to the people involved in the process. \nRegister Now\nPresenters \n \nTobias Thornwell\, Director of Global Business Impact\, MGM Resorts International\nTobias leads supplier inclusion strategies across regional properties\, ensuring alignment with corporate and local diversity goals. With more than 22 years of experience in procurement and supply chain management\, Tobias is a recognized advocate for business diversity and was honored with WBEC Greater DMV’s Outstanding Women’s Business Advocate Award in 2023. \n  \nMohamed Hafizur\, Purchasing Manager\, Empire City Casino\nMohamed oversees procurement\, vendor sourcing\, and global business impact at Empire City Casino. With more than 40 years of experience in hospitality and 23 years in purchasing\, he brings extensive industry expertise. He holds degrees in Accounting and Economics and a C.P.D. certification from Cornell University. \n \nDeborah Robinson\, Procurement Manager\, MGM National Harbor\nDeborah Robinson serves as Procurement Manager for MGM National Harbor\, where she leads procurement strategy and oversees vendor sourcing\, purchasing\, contract management\, and Requests for Proposals and Quotes. With more than 30 years of purchasing and supply chain management experience\, Deborah works to expand opportunities for certified diverse and local suppliers while advancing MGM National Harbor’s procurement goals in Maryland and Prince George’s County. \nLaVonia Smith-Carter\, Strategic Sourcing Partner\, MGM National Harbor\nLaVonia Smith-Carter serves as Strategic Sourcing Partner for MGM National Harbor\, where she oversees vendor gaming and business certification compliance\, manages supplier relationships\, and supports procurement activities. With experience across hospitality\, operations\, and purchasing\, LaVonia works with local and small businesses to navigate compliance requirements\, identify procurement opportunities\, and connect their capabilities with MGM National Harbor’s operational needs.
URL:https://wbecnydmv.org/event/how-to-do-business-with-empire-city-casino-mgm-national-harbor-procurement-opportunities-supplier-connections-community-partners/
CATEGORIES:Partner Event,WBEC Metro NY and Greater DMV Events
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SUMMARY:Navigating Your Cash Flow with Evena Sumra\, VP\, Sr. Business Consultant
DESCRIPTION:October 13 | 11 am to 12:30 pm EST | Virtual\nCash flow management is a challenge all businesses face. Understanding what is driving the cash coming into and going out of your business can help you anticipate needs\, plan ahead\, and make more informed financial decisions. \nJoin WBEC NY DMV for a practical 90-minute virtual workshop led by Evena Sumra\, VP\, Sr. Business Consultant. This session will break cash flow management into four key areas and provide practical approaches you can apply to your business. \nWhat We’ll Cover \n1. Cash Flow Basics\nBuild a clearer understanding of how cash moves through your business\, what to pay attention to\, and how to use that information to assess your current cash position. \n2. Maximizing Cash In\nExplore practical ways to strengthen incoming cash\, including improving payment timing\, managing receivables\, and identifying opportunities to get cash into the business more efficiently. \n3. Minimizing Cash Out\nLook closely at where cash is going and identify ways to manage expenses and the timing of payments while protecting the resources your business needs to operate. \n4. Make Cash Work for You\nLearn how to build a simple cash flow forecast and use that information to make more informed decisions about when to hold\, spend\, or invest available cash. \nBy the end of the session\, participants will be better prepared to: \n– Read and understand their business cash flow with greater confidence.\n– Identify practical opportunities to improve cash coming in and manage cash going out.\n– Build and use a simple cash flow forecast.\n– Make more informed decisions about how and when available cash is used. \nRegister Now\n \nEvena Sumra is a seasoned banking professional with more than 25 years of industry experience\, including 23 years at JPMorganChase. Throughout her career\, she has held a range of leadership roles\, including Branch Manager\, Business Relationship Manager\, and Commercial Banker. In her current role as a Senior Business Consultant\, Evena partners directly with entrepreneurs to identify and close operational gaps—equipping them with the tools and strategies needed to scale and grow sustainably. \nBeyond her corporate work\, Evena is deeply committed to community service. She is a proud member of the Westchester County (NY) Chapter of The Links\, Incorporated\, where she supports youth development through enrichment programs. She also serves as a Board Member and Financial Committee Chair at Opportunity Charter School in Harlem\, and as an Advisory Board Member at the Women’s Enterprise Development Center\, where she advocates for and advances the success of women business owners.
URL:https://wbecnydmv.org/event/navigating-your-cash-flow-with-evena-sumra-vp-sr-business-consultant-jpmorgan-chase/
CATEGORIES:Partner Event,WBEC Metro NY and Greater DMV Events
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SUMMARY:Capital One Envision Summit
DESCRIPTION:October 21-22 I Richmond\, VA\nCapital One Envision Summit is dedicated to creating an inclusive supply chain and empowering businesses through education\, meaningful connections\, and strategic alignment. \nAttendees will gain valuable insights into procurement trends\, connect with Capital One leaders and partners\, and engage in discussions aimed at driving economic growth for businesses. \nRegister Now
URL:https://wbecnydmv.org/event/capital-one-envision-summit/
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