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SUMMARY:WEtalks: Leading Confidently: Get Out of Your Own Way
DESCRIPTION:September 8 | 11 am to 12 pm EST | Virtual\nWomen 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. \nThis empowering session\, led by Dr. Rochelle Cooper\, CEO and founder of Cooper Management\, will help participants recognize and challenge their inner critic\, step outside their comfort zones\, and embrace a more confident and authentic mindset. Through practical strategies and actionable insights\, attendees will learn how to overcome self-imposed barriers\, silence imposter syndrome\, and show up with greater confidence in their businesses and professional lives. \nBy the end of this session\, participants will: \n\nRecognize the impact of self-limiting beliefs and understand how self-doubt can prevent personal and professional growth.\nDevelop practical strategies to manage their inner critic and build greater confidence in decision-making\, leadership\, and business pursuits.\nOvercome imposter syndrome and embrace their strengths\, enabling them to take bold actions and pursue opportunities with confidence.\n\nParticipants will learn: \n\nWhy we hold ourselves back and what we lose by doing so.\nStrategies to quiet the inner critic and embrace the success and opportunities we deserve.\nHow to show up with confidence\, own your accomplishments\, and give imposter syndrome the boot.\n\nRegister Now\n \nRochelle is a passionate talent leader and CEO/Founder of Cooper Management\, an Executive Coaching and Assessment Firm\, providing high-impact coaching\, team-building and advising\, to enable leaders and teams to achieve visible success in their roles. \nPrograms her firm has created have been shown to increase high potential senior leader probability of promotion 2.5 times more than peers and to have a 93% likelihood of getting a bigger and broader role. Rochelle has been advising and coaching highly talented leaders for over 23 years and specializes in propelling them to the most senior levels of their organizations through individual and peer coaching programs\, and tailored leadership workshops. She has created many Women’s Leadership Elevation programs and leads and directs several Coaching Programs to increase representation of women and diverse leaders in executive roles at their companies and to broaden their impact. \nExpertise\nRochelle has successfully coached over 6\,500 senior leaders\, trained over 5800 executives globally in Fortune 50 and 100 companies in the Pharma industry and across many industries. Sample client companies include: AbbVie\, Adobe\, Bayer\, Bristol Myers Squibb\, Citibank\, Estee Lauder\, Google\, HSBC\, Johnson & Johnson\, JP Morgan Chase\, Metropolitan Life\, Novartis\, PayPal\, Pfizer\, Prudential\, Sony and Time Warner. She also has strong expertise in building high-performing teams\, having led over 500 team-building sessions for global senior teams to enhance their effectiveness\, vision and performance. \nBackground\nDr. Cooper has held positions at JPMorganChase\, in Organizational Development\, at Merrill Lynch in Talent Management and Bell Labs\, where she was an Assessment Center Expert on measuring leadership potential. For the last fifteen years\, Rochelle has been on faculty  at Hofstra University’s School of Business\, where she teaches Executive Leadership Skills in the Executive MBA and traditional MBA programs. She has taught many courses for Columbia Business School\, including Women in Leadership\, Strategic Thinking\, Influencing Stakeholders and Leading Teams. \nEducation and Volunteer Activities\n• Ph.D\, MA\, Organizational Pyschology\, Columbia University\n• BA\, Barnard College\, Columbia University\n• HBA Global Chair of Executive Leaders\n• Co-Chair\,Athena Leadership Council of Columbia University’\n• Chair\, Professional and Leadership Development Committee for Barnard College Alumni Board\n• Frequent speaker for senior leader groups on topics that enable leaders to reach to next levels\n• Led several charitable organizational boards \nAbout WEtalks\nWomen 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: \n\nReinforce thought leadership through sharing real business perspectives and expert advice with a broader audience of fellow women CEOs.\nStrengthen credibility through contribution\, not promotion.\nMaintain visibility within the network.\n\nApply here to become a WEtalks speaker!
URL:https://wbecnydmv.org/event/wetalks-leading-confidently-calming-your-inner-critic-and-getting-out-of-your-own-way-with-dr-rochelle-cooper/
CATEGORIES:WBEC Metro NY and Greater DMV Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260910T110000
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SUMMARY:WEtalks: Earn Your Influence\, Speak the Language
DESCRIPTION:September 10 | 11 am to 12 pm EST | Virtual\nWomen 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. \nIn 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. \nDon’t miss this valuable session. \nRegister Now\n \nAs 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. \nHow 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. \nWhen 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. \nAbout WEtalks\nWomen 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: \n\nReinforce thought leadership through sharing real business perspectives and expert advice with a broader audience of fellow women CEOs.\nStrengthen credibility through contribution\, not promotion.\nMaintain visibility within the network.\n\nApply here to become a WEtalks speaker!
URL:https://wbecnydmv.org/event/earn-your-influence-the-language-every-woman-in-business-should-speak-in-every-room-they-enter-with-linnita-hosten/
CATEGORIES:WBEC Metro NY and Greater DMV Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260915T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260915T140000
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SUMMARY:2026 WBEC Metro NY Powerplay Pitch Competition Live Virtual Final
DESCRIPTION:September 15 | 12 to 2 pm EST | Virtual\nJoin 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. \nTen Certified women-owned business pitch semi-finalists from the WBEC Metro NY region will compete live before a panel of corporate partner judges\, presenting their businesses\, capabilities\, and value in a high-energy virtual competition. \nThis free event is open to the entire network. Tune in to hear compelling pitches\, see firsthand how fellow WBEs communicate what sets their businesses apart\, and take away ideas you can apply to your own pitch. You’ll also have the opportunity to discover potential business partners and see the range of industries\, expertise\, and impact represented across the WBEC Metro NY community. \nCome support fellow women CEOs and experience the competition live from your screen. \nRegister Now\nOnce you open the registration page\, click “Register.” A pop-up will appear where you can select one or both live competitions. \nMeet the 2026 Powerplay Pitch Semi-finalists.
URL:https://wbecnydmv.org/event/2026-wbec-metro-ny-powerplay-pitch-competition-live-virtual-final/
CATEGORIES:WBEC Metro NY Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260917T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260917T150000
DTSTAMP:20260713T160334Z
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SUMMARY:I'm Certified\, Now What?
DESCRIPTION:Maximizing Your WBENC Certification\nSeptember 17 | 2 to 3pm EST | Virtual\nIf you’re a newly certified WBE or would like to maximize your certification\, you don’t want to miss this!\nLearn more about the WBENC and WBEC Metro NY and Greater DMV network and opportunities.\nLearn how best to use and navigate WBENCLink2.0.\nMeet the WBEC Metro NY and Greater DMV Certification Team! \nReserve your spot today!\nClick here to register.
URL:https://wbecnydmv.org/event/im-certified-now-what-sept2026/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:WBEC Metro NY and Greater DMV Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260923T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260923T143000
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SUMMARY:NYC Watch Party for the WBEC Greater DMV Pitch Powerplay Competition
DESCRIPTION:September 23 | 11:30 a.m. to 2:30 pm EST | In-Person\nJoin 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. \nHosted by WBEC NY DMV FORUM members Sherene Strausberg of 87th Street Creative\, Janette Gallardo of Vitta Solutions\, and Lenore Horton of HLS\, this gathering will bring our two regions together to support fellow WBEs as they push through the nerves that can come with putting themselves and their businesses in front of an audience. \nThe Watch Party is also an opportunity to spend time with fellow WBEs\, make connections\, and come together as a community to support the women who are pitching. \nSpace is limited to just 12 attendees\, creating an intimate setting for conversation and connection while sharing in the Powerplay Pitch experience. \nEvent Details: \nWednesday\, September 23\, 2026\n11:30 AM–2:30 PM\nCHIEF Clubhouse | 13 East 19th Street\, New York\, NY \nCoffee and tea will be provided\, and attendees are welcome to purchase their own food and drinks at CHIEF. \nRSVP by September 16 by emailing sherene@87thstreetcreative.com. \nMeet Your Hosts\n \n \nJanette Gallardo has 20 plus years of experience in business finance\, specializing in Strategic Planning\, Budgeting\, Forecasting\, Cost Analysis\, Pricing Analysis\, Financial Modeling\, and Mergers & Acquisitions. She has managed up to $25 billion in revenue and gained international experience while working at the headquarters of ABN AMRO Bank in Amsterdam. Janette now focuses on Fractional CFO work\, aiming to humanize finances for growth mindset entrepreneurs. \n \n \nSherene Strausberg is the founder and creative director of 87th Street Creative\, a certified woman-owned animation and design studio specializing in women’s healthcare. With a multidisciplinary background spanning music composition\, sound engineering\, graphic design\, and animation\, Sherene has created work for clients including Healthline Media\, Calendly\, Womankind\, and ProPublica\, with her ProPublica work earning a News & Documentary Emmy nomination in 2021. Her award-winning creative work also includes an animated short that has screened at festivals globally. \n \n \nLenore Horton is the CEO and Managing Member of Horton Legal Strategies PLLC\, an award-winning law firm providing fractional legal departments to growing businesses\, and founder of Legal Training Studio LLC\, a learning community with more than 2\,600 enrollments. With over 20 years of legal experience\, Lenore advises businesses on corporate\, M&A\, intellectual property\, and employment matters\, helping founders manage their legal needs from idea to exit and beyond. Her career includes experience at AmLaw 50 firms and as a partner at an AmLaw 200 firm\, with recognition from Black Enterprise\, Crain’s New York\, and The Washington Business Journal.
URL:https://wbecnydmv.org/event/nyc-watch-party-for-the-wbec-greater-dmv-pitch-powerplay-competition/
LOCATION:CHIEF\, 13 East 19th Street\, New York City\, NY\, 10003\, United States
CATEGORIES:WBEC Metro NY and Greater DMV Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260923T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260923T140000
DTSTAMP:20260819T201608Z
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SUMMARY:2026 WBEC Greater DMV Powerplay Pitch Competition Live Virtual Final
DESCRIPTION:September 23 | 12 to 2 pm EST | Virtual\nJoin 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. \nTen Certified women-owned business pitch semi-finalists from the WBEC Greater DMV network will compete live before a panel of corporate partner judges\, sharing their businesses\, capabilities\, and competitive strengths. \nThis free event is open to the entire network. Watch fellow WBEs deliver live pitches\, take notes on what makes a business presentation clear and persuasive\, and get to know businesses you may not yet have encountered within the network. The competition is also an opportunity to identify potential business partners while seeing the variety of industries and impact represented across the Greater DMV community. \nShow up for fellow women CEOs and experience the energy of a live competition from wherever you are. \nRegister Now\nOnce you open the registration page\, click “Register.” A pop-up will appear where you can select one or both live competitions. \nMeet the 2026 Powerplay Pitch Semi-finalists.
URL:https://wbecnydmv.org/event/2026-wbec-greater-dmv-powerplay-pitch-competition-live-virtual-final/
CATEGORIES:WBEC Greater DMV Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260929T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260929T140000
DTSTAMP:20260318T170548Z
CREATED:20260318T170548Z
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SUMMARY:Why and How to Get Certified
DESCRIPTION:Why and How to Get Certified\nSeptember 29 | 1 to 2 pm EST | Virtual Session\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. Reserve your spot today! \n  \nClick Here to Register
URL:https://wbecnydmv.org/event/why-and-how-to-get-certified-30/
CATEGORIES:WBEC Metro NY and Greater DMV Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261001T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261001T140000
DTSTAMP:20260713T160817Z
CREATED:20260116T151807Z
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SUMMARY:I'm Certified\, Now What?
DESCRIPTION:Maximizing Your WBENC Certification\nOctober 1 | 1 to 2pm EST | Virtual\nIf 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. \n\nMeet the WBEC Metro NY and Greater DMV Certification Team! \nReserve your spot today! \nClick here to register.
URL:https://wbecnydmv.org/event/im-certified-now-what-october2026/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:WBEC Metro NY and Greater DMV Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261014T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261014T120000
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SUMMARY:Powerplay Pitch Academy: From Draft to Delivery: The Formula of A Pitch
DESCRIPTION:October 14 I 11 am to 12 pm I Virtual\nMost pitches don’t fail because the idea is bad. They fail because the message never lands. \nRetired 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. \nWhat you’ll learn: \n1. 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. \n2. 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. \n3. 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. \n4. The close (what decision-makers actually remember): Clarity. Credibility. Confidence. The three things that determine whether your pitch moves people to yes. \nRegister Now\n \n \nMo 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. \nAfter 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. \nMost 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
URL:https://wbecnydmv.org/event/powerplay-pitch-academy-from-draft-to-delivery-the-formula-of-a-pitch/
CATEGORIES:WBEC Metro NY and Greater DMV Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261027T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261027T140000
DTSTAMP:20260713T161248Z
CREATED:20260318T170754Z
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SUMMARY:Why and How to Get Certified
DESCRIPTION:Why and How to Get Certified\nOctober 27 | 1 to 2 pm EST | Virtual\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. Reserve your spot today! \n  \nClick Here to Register
URL:https://wbecnydmv.org/event/why-and-how-to-get-certified-31/
CATEGORIES:WBEC Metro NY and Greater DMV Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261112T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261112T140000
DTSTAMP:20260713T161332Z
CREATED:20260116T151953Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260713T161332Z
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SUMMARY:I'm Certified\, Now What?
DESCRIPTION:Maximizing Your WBENC Certification\nNovember 12 | 1 to 2pm EST | Virtual\nIf 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. \n\nMeet the WBEC Metro NY and Greater DMV Certification Team! \nReserve your spot today! \nClick here to register.
URL:https://wbecnydmv.org/event/im-certified-now-what-november/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:WBEC Metro NY and Greater DMV Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261120T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261120T143000
DTSTAMP:20260817T163529Z
CREATED:20260304T155637Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260817T163529Z
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SUMMARY:2026 Impact Awards Luncheon
DESCRIPTION:2026 Impact Awards Luncheon: Powered by Synergy\, Driven by Impact \nJoin 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.   \nTaking 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.  \nThis 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.  \nWe 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.  \nRegistration is now open. Click below to purchase tickets for the Luncheon and to be a part of our Marketplace. Marketplace tables are extremely limited\, and Marketplace registration closes on September 25. \nPurchase Tickets\nSponsorships are available now.   \nWe can’t wait to celebrate with you!  
URL:https://wbecnydmv.org/event/2026-wbec-metro-ny-impact-awards-luncheon/
CATEGORIES:WBEC Metro NY and Greater DMV Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261124T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261124T140000
DTSTAMP:20260713T161604Z
CREATED:20260318T171039Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260713T161604Z
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SUMMARY:Why and How to Get Certified
DESCRIPTION:Why and How to Get Certified\nNovember 24 | 1 to 2 pm EST | Virtual\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. Reserve your spot today! \n  \nClick Here to Register
URL:https://wbecnydmv.org/event/why-and-how-to-get-certified-32/
CATEGORIES:WBEC Metro NY and Greater DMV Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261201T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261201T140000
DTSTAMP:20260713T161633Z
CREATED:20260318T171329Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260713T161633Z
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SUMMARY:Why and How to Get Certified
DESCRIPTION:Why and How to Get Certified\nDecember 1 | 1 to 2 pm EST | Virtual\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. Reserve your spot today! \n  \nClick Here to Register
URL:https://wbecnydmv.org/event/why-and-how-to-get-certified-33/
CATEGORIES:WBEC Metro NY and Greater DMV Events
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SUMMARY:I'm Certified\, Now What?
DESCRIPTION:Maximizing Your WBENC Certification\nDecember 15 | 2 to 3pm EST | Virtual\nIf 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. \nMeet the WBEC Metro NY and Greater DMV Certification Team! \nReserve your spot today! \nClick here to register.
URL:https://wbecnydmv.org/event/im-certified-now-what-december/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:WBEC Metro NY and Greater DMV Events
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