WEtalks: Earn Your Influence, Speak the Language
2026-09-10 11:00 - 12:00 (America/New_York)
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 — especially in moments of tension. And conflict is often where this becomes most visible.
In this WEtalks virtual session, led by Linnita Hosten, Founder and Lead Coach of Vocal Value, will participants will learn how to have increased confidence in professional communication, improved ability to influence and persuade, and stronger professional presence and impact. They will walk away with strategies to present a polished, authoritative presence, enhancing their visibility and effectiveness in the workplace.
Don’t miss this valuable session.
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As a Certified Holistic Public Speaking Coach, keynote speaker, and 5x author, Linnita Hosten empowers emerging leaders to build trust, morale, and connection within their teams.
How does she do that, you might ask? By helping leaders master one of America’s most common fears—public speaking. Her latest book, Earn Your Influence: Become the Person People Trust, Follow, and Grow With, challenges leaders to rethink how influence is built and sustained. Linnita’s work has been featured by TEDx, the National Press Club, and New York Weekly. She has received more than a dozen honors and awards, including Speaker of the Year, 40 Under 40 in Education, and Alumni of the Year from the University of Maryland Global Campus.
When she’s not speaking, training, ministering, or coaching, you’ll likely find the pescatarian in the produce section of a local farmer’s market, listening to a good audiobook, browsing online for things she probably won’t buy, or enjoying time with her fiancé, Leonard. Linnita finds deep joy in helping shy, quiet, and background leaders grow a voice that commands the room.
About WEtalks
Women Enterprise Talks (WEtalks) is a virtual series that amplifies the voices of certified WBEs from across the WBEC NY DMV network. Through delivering a one-hour WEtalks presentation, WBEs can:

Reinforce thought leadership through sharing real business perspectives and expert advice with a broader audience of fellow women CEOs.
Strengthen credibility through contribution, not promotion.
Maintain visibility within the network.

Apply here to become a WEtalks speaker!

I'm Certified, Now What?
2026-09-17 14:00 - 15:00 | Virtual
Maximizing 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.
Meet the WBEC Metro NY and Greater DMV Certification Team!
Reserve your spot today!
Click here to register.

Why and How to Get Certified
2026-09-29 13:00 - 14:00
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 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.
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?
Join 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.
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.
You’ll also have the opportunity to address your specific questions with our WBEC Metro NY and Greater DMV staff. Reserve your spot today!

Click Here to Register

I'm Certified, Now What?
2026-10-01 13:00 - 14:00 | Virtual
Maximizing Your WBENC Certification
October 1 | 1 to 2pm 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.

Meet the WBEC Metro NY and Greater DMV Certification Team!
Reserve your spot today!
Click here to register.

Powerplay Pitch Academy: From Draft to Delivery: The Formula of A Pitch
2026-10-14 11:00 - 12:00
October 14 I 11 am to 12 pm I Virtual
Most pitches don’t fail because the idea is bad. They fail because the message never lands.
Retired Air Force Colonel, storyteller, and Catalytic Comedian Mo Barrett spent nearly 30 years mastering high-stakes communication. Now she brings that hard-won formula to this workshop, so you can walk into any room, any conversation, and actually be heard.
What you’ll learn:
1. The spine (for any message): A simple framework for clarity that works across pitches, proposals, and high-stakes conversations — so your message is never lost in translation.
2. The story (the only delivery vehicle that works): How to find and use the single moment that makes your message memorable, credible, and impossible to ignore.
3. The body (what you say before you speak): Virtual presence, vocal tools, and the breath reset — because your body is already communicating before you open your mouth.
4. The close (what decision-makers actually remember): Clarity. Credibility. Confidence. The three things that determine whether your pitch moves people to yes.
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Mo Barrett is a Catalytic Comedian, storyteller and Co-founder of the Full StopTM Movement, on a mission to prove that humor isn’t a party trick. It’s a high-performance tool.
After nearly 30 years in uniform, Mo retired as an Air Force Colonel who mastered the art of finding humor in unexpected places – combat, cockpits and the occasional ridiculous situation that definitely won’t make it into the official after-action report. Now she brings that same energy to stages across the world. Her blend of relatable storytelling, contagious energy and perfectly-timed jokes forms a trifecta that helps audiences laugh, learn and think (in that order). But here’s the thing: Mo isn’t just entertaining you. She’s waking you up.
Most leaders don’t realize they’re on autopilot until they’re already past the exit ramp. Mo’s gift is uncovering meaning in the mundane – transforming everyday moments into the kind of Full Stops that create genuine connection and actually change behavior. Humor breaks patterns, sharpens decisions and forges the kind of connection that makes people lean in, laugh out loud and leave with both eyes open

Why and How to Get Certified
2026-10-27 13:00 - 14:00
Why and How to Get Certified
October 27 | 1 to 2 pm EST | Virtual
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 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.
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?
Join 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.
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.
You’ll also have the opportunity to address your specific questions with our WBEC Metro NY and Greater DMV staff. Reserve your spot today!

Click Here to Register

I'm Certified, Now What?
2026-11-12 13:00 - 14:00 | Virtual
Maximizing Your WBENC Certification
November 12 | 1 to 2pm 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.

Meet the WBEC Metro NY and Greater DMV Certification Team!
Reserve your spot today!
Click here to register.

2026 Impact Awards Luncheon
2026-11-20 10:00 - 14:30
2026 Impact Awards Luncheon: Powered by Synergy, Driven by Impact
Join WBEC Metro NY and WBEC Greater DMV for the 2026 Impact Awards Luncheon, a signature celebration bringing our full network together across two sister regions for an afternoon of recognition and relationship-building.
Taking place on Friday, November 20, 2026, at the Mandarin Oriental in New York City, this year’s luncheon marks an exciting new chapter for us. As cross-regional participation continues to grow, the Impact Awards are creating a larger shared platform for WBEs, corporate partners, sponsors, Marketplace participants, and regional leaders to gather in one room.
This year’s theme, Powered by Synergy, Driven by Impact, reflects the strength of bringing both regions together to celebrate the partnerships, business wins, and leadership creating impact across Metro NY and Greater DMV. Guests can expect a meaningful, high-energy gathering that honors achievement, spotlights the people and organizations strengthening our entrepreneurial ecosystem, and opens new opportunities for cross-regional engagement.
We look forward to gathering in New York City for a celebration worthy of the impact being made every day by the women business owners, partners, and leaders across Metro NY and Greater DMV.
Registration opens August 17, 2026.
Sponsorships are available now.
We hope to celebrate with you!

Why and How to Get Certified
2026-11-24 13:00 - 14:00
Why and How to Get Certified
November 24 | 1 to 2 pm EST | Virtual
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 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.
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?
Join 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.
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.
You’ll also have the opportunity to address your specific questions with our WBEC Metro NY and Greater DMV staff. Reserve your spot today!

Click Here to Register

Why and How to Get Certified
2026-12-01 13:00 - 14:00
Why and How to Get Certified
December 1 | 1 to 2 pm EST | Virtual
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 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.
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?
Join 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.
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.
You’ll also have the opportunity to address your specific questions with our WBEC Metro NY and Greater DMV staff. Reserve your spot today!

Click Here to Register

I'm Certified, Now What?
2026-12-15 14:00 - 15:00 | Virtual
Maximizing Your WBENC Certification
December 15 | 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.
Meet the WBEC Metro NY and Greater DMV Certification Team!
Reserve your spot today!
Click here to register.
