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SUMMARY:WBEC Metro NY SAGE Advice Day 2
DESCRIPTION:WBEC Metro NY SAGE Advice Day 2\n \n  \nSAGE Advice is a collaborative partnership between Capital One and WBEC Greater DMV and Metro NY\, established to develop and enable small business owners to grow through customized sessions delivered by successful women business owners and Capital One associates.\nThrough six\, two-day in-person and virtual sessions held over six months\, participants will dive deep into their business\, their strategies\, and their goals. \nFor more information about this program\,\nPlease visit our website: wbecnydmv.org/programs/sage-advice
URL:https://wbecnydmv.org/event/wbec-metro-ny-sage-advice-day-2-9/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:WBEC Metro NY Events
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SUMMARY:WBEC Metro NY SAGE Advice Day 1
DESCRIPTION:WBEC Metro NY SAGE Advice Day 1\n \n  \nSAGE Advice is a collaborative partnership between Capital One and WBEC Greater DMV and Metro NY\, established to develop and enable small business owners to grow through customized sessions delivered by successful women business owners and Capital One associates.\nThrough six\, two-day in-person and virtual sessions held over six months\, participants will dive deep into their business\, their strategies\, and their goals. \nFor more information about this program\, please visit our website: wbecnydmv.org/programs/sage-advice
URL:https://wbecnydmv.org/event/wbec-metro-ny-sage-advice-day-1-10/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:WBEC Metro NY Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251104T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251104T130000
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SUMMARY:Lunch With the Experts: Filling the Funnel and Sealing the Deal
DESCRIPTION:Tuesday\, November 4th 2025 \n12pm to 1pm EST | Virtual \nJoin us for a workshop to learn how to channel marketing technologies and emotional intelligence to drive sales.\nThe workshop emphasizes the synergy between technology and human-centric strategies in both marketing and sales\, making it relevant for businesses looking to resolve the pain of getting high quality leads and closing the deals for growth in 2025. \nRegister now!\n \nSuchi Gupta is a passionate digital marketer with 14+ years of experience in building and growing brands. Over the years\, she’s built a multi-disciplinary skill set that includes the new-age digital marketing strategies involving AI\, MarTech and advanced user analytics for online activation\, and lead generation. \nI founded Pure Design Solution (PDS) in 2010. PDS is an integrated\, purpose-driven digital marketing agency. Our team has been focused on working as an outsourced marketing partner\, diving deep and bringing user-behavior intelligence into our campaigns\, and creating award-winning work that has kept us gomg. As a long standing WBE\, I’ve been involved with multiple RPO’s and hosted webinars\, virtual table topics and was a WBENC thriving Coach in 2023-24. I’ve been a recipient of the Done Deals Award.\n  \n \nTiffany Koettel is a powerhouse Sandler Trainer who transforms the way sales professionals think\, communicate\, and win. Known for her bold\, practical style\, Tiffany helps teams break free from outdated tactics and adopt a modern\, consultative approach rooted in asking better questions\, listening with intent\, and solving real business problems. \nShe doesn’t just train on technique—she helps sales teams shift their mindset\, embrace change\, and lead with confidence in an AI-driven world. Tiffany is especially passionate about helping growth-focused companies and individuals harness both technology and emotional intelligence to stand out in crowded markets. Her sessions challenge old assumptions\, spark “aha” moments\, and leave people not just inspired—but equipped to perform at the next level.
URL:https://wbecnydmv.org/event/lunch-with-the-experts-filling-the-funnel-and-sealing-the-deal/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Lunch with the Experts,WBEC Metro NY Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251024T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251024T140000
DTSTAMP:20260416T192359
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SUMMARY:WBEC Metro NY Impact Awards Luncheon
DESCRIPTION:Register now!
URL:https://wbecnydmv.org/event/wbec-metro-ny-impact-awards-luncheon/
LOCATION:The Plaza Hotel\, 5th Ave @ Central Park South\, New York\, NY\, 10019\, United States
CATEGORIES:WBEC Metro NY Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251016T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251016T163000
DTSTAMP:20260416T192359
CREATED:20250207T171445Z
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SUMMARY:WBEC Metro NY SAGE Advice Day 2
DESCRIPTION:WBEC Metro NY SAGE Advice Day 2\n \n  \nSAGE Advice is a collaborative partnership between Capital One and WBEC Greater DMV and Metro NY\, established to develop and enable small business owners to grow through customized sessions delivered by successful women business owners and Capital One associates.\nThrough six\, two-day in-person and virtual sessions held over six months\, participants will dive deep into their business\, their strategies\, and their goals. \nFor more information about this program\,\nPlease visit our website: wbecnydmv.org/programs/sage-advice
URL:https://wbecnydmv.org/event/wbec-metro-ny-sage-advice-day-2-8/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:WBEC Metro NY Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251015T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251015T163000
DTSTAMP:20260416T192359
CREATED:20250207T170802Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251014T171838Z
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SUMMARY:WBEC Metro NY SAGE Advice Day 1
DESCRIPTION:WBEC Metro NY SAGE Advice Day 1\n \n  \nSAGE Advice is a collaborative partnership between Capital One and WBEC Greater DMV and Metro NY\, established to develop and enable small business owners to grow through customized sessions delivered by successful women business owners and Capital One associates.\nThrough six\, two-day in-person and virtual sessions held over six months\, participants will dive deep into their business\, their strategies\, and their goals. \nFor more information about this program\, please visit our website: wbecnydmv.org/programs/sage-advice
URL:https://wbecnydmv.org/event/wbec-metro-ny-sage-advice-day-1-9/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:WBEC Metro NY Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250930T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250930T130000
DTSTAMP:20260416T192359
CREATED:20250131T205900Z
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SUMMARY:Lunch With the Experts: Own your Story\, Own the Room with Farah Bala
DESCRIPTION:Lunch with the Experts\nTuesday\, September 30 2025 \n12pm to 1pm EST | Virtual \n           As women business leaders\, your story is your differentiator—it’s what sets you apart in a crowded marketplace and gives your business its heartbeat. In this session\, we’ll explore how to present yourself with executive presence\, sharpen your communication\, and build authentic connections through storytelling rooted in your WHY. You’ll learn how to craft and deliver your story in a way that resonates with corporates\, investors\, and partners. \nTogether\, we’ll tap into techniques to help you think on your feet\, respond with confidence\, and stay connected to your authentic voice in any high-stakes moment. Most importantly\, we’ll explore what it means to step up as a leader: shifting from solopreneur to entrepreneur\, owning your growth\, and boldly sharing your story as the foundation of your leadership and business success. \nRegister now!\n \nFarah Bala is a Leadership EDIA (Equity\, Diversity\, Inclusion\, Anti-Oppression) Executive Coach\, Consultant and Speaker. Through her certified minority\, woman-owned agency FARSIGHT. Farah’s mission is to support organizations and leaders redefine the concept of leadership by making EDIA a core leadership competency. Her clients include executives in the C-suite\, creatives and entrepreneurs\, and organizations across wide-ranging sectors and industries. She is also a faculty coach at multiple learning & development institutions. \nShe is a recipient of the Diversity Award by the World Zoroastrian Organization\, recognized for her work in raising awareness towards gender\, culture\, racial equity and inclusion globally. Farah has been featured in Forbes and is a contributing member to the Forbes Coaches Council. She is co-creator of Wonder Women\, an invite-only executive women-of-color leadership development community under FARSIGHT
URL:https://wbecnydmv.org/event/lunch-with-the-experts-14/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Lunch with the Experts,WBEC Metro NY Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250904T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250904T163000
DTSTAMP:20260416T192359
CREATED:20250207T171334Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250904T133906Z
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SUMMARY:WBEC Metro NY SAGE Advice Day 2
DESCRIPTION:WBEC Metro NY SAGE Advice Day 2\n \n  \nSAGE Advice is a collaborative partnership between Capital One and WBEC Greater DMV and Metro NY\, established to develop and enable small business owners to grow through customized sessions delivered by successful women business owners and Capital One associates.\nThrough six\, two-day in-person and virtual sessions held over six months\, participants will dive deep into their business\, their strategies\, and their goals. \nFor more information about this program\,\nPlease visit our website: wbecnydmv.org/programs/sage-advice
URL:https://wbecnydmv.org/event/wbec-metro-ny-sage-advice-day-2-7/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:WBEC Metro NY Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250903T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250903T163000
DTSTAMP:20260416T192359
CREATED:20250207T170703Z
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SUMMARY:WBEC Metro NY SAGE Advice Day 1
DESCRIPTION:WBEC Metro NY SAGE Advice Day 1\n \n  \nSAGE Advice is a collaborative partnership between Capital One and WBEC Greater DMV and Metro NY\, established to develop and enable small business owners to grow through customized sessions delivered by successful women business owners and Capital One associates.\nThrough six\, two-day in-person and virtual sessions held over six months\, participants will dive deep into their business\, their strategies\, and their goals. \nFor more information about this program\, please visit our website: wbecnydmv.org/programs/sage-advice
URL:https://wbecnydmv.org/event/wbec-metro-ny-sage-advice-day-1-8/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:WBEC Metro NY Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250813T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250813T110000
DTSTAMP:20260416T192359
CREATED:20250807T151314Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250807T151314Z
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SUMMARY:Accelerate Your Story: WBEC Metro NY Powerplay Pitch Competition – LIVE in NYC!
DESCRIPTION:Join us in-person on August 13th in the heart of New York City for the LIVE WBEC Metro NY Powerplay Pitch Competition\, hosted at the iconic Paramount Headquarters in Times Square. This electrifying event will spotlight 10 outstanding Women Business Enterprises (WBEs) as they showcase their pitching prowess and power up their businesses. \nThis year’s theme\, Accelerate Your Story\, celebrates the impact of authentic storytelling in business. Each finalist will deliver a compelling\, story-driven pitch that answers the question: “What is your company’s message?” \n📍 Location: Paramount Headquarters\, Times Square\, NYC\n📅 Date: August 13\, 2025 @ 11am\n🎟️ Format: In-Person Event \n🎤 Meet the 2025 WBEC Metro NY Finalists: \n\nPFG MedComm – Lalitha Priya Chandrashekhar\nPrecision HealthCare Consultants – Vanessa Best\n87th Street Creative – Sherene Strausberg\nWhen She Comes Home LLC – Diana Hilaire\nBake Me Healthy – Kimberle Lau\nBYBBA – Pamela Seidman\nLinda A Hamilton CPA LLC – Linda A. Hamilton\nCorii Burns – Quieesha Burns\nSWAIR – Carrie Sporer\nFabric To Finish Inc. – Jamie Koff\n\nThe top 4 finalists will advance to the WBENC National Semi-Finals on October 27–28\, with a chance to compete for the $25\,000 grand prize at the WBENC National Finals! \nDon’t miss this powerful opportunity to support local women entrepreneurs\, connect with industry leaders\, and be inspired by the stories that drive innovation and impact. \n👉 Register now to secure your spot \nLet’s power up together—your presence makes a difference!
URL:https://wbecnydmv.org/event/accelerate-your-story-wbec-metro-ny-powerplay-pitch-competition-live-in-nyc/
CATEGORIES:WBEC Metro NY Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250812T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250812T130000
DTSTAMP:20260416T192359
CREATED:20250131T205543Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250725T145649Z
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SUMMARY:Lunch With the Experts: MGM Empire City Corporate Connection
DESCRIPTION:MGM Empire City Casino Corporate Connection\nTuesday\, August 12th 2025 \n12pm to 1pm EST | Virtual Session\n                 \nPresenters: \n \nTobias Thornwell is the Director of Global Business Impact at MGM Resorts International. He leads supplier inclusion strategies across regional properties\, ensuring alignment with corporate and local diversity goals. With over 12 years 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 is the Purchasing Manager at Empire City Casino\, MGM Yonkers\, where he oversees procurement\, vendor sourcing\, and supplier diversity. With over 40 years in hospitality and 23 years in purchasing\, he brings deep industry expertise. He holds degrees in Accounting and Economics and a C.P.D. certification from Cornell University. \n  \nJoin us for an engaging Corporate Connections session focused on supplier diversity and procurement. Learn about MGM’s Global Business Impact Program\, vendor onboarding\, procurement opportunities\, and their supplier database. This session is designed to empower WBEs with insights and connections to navigate corporate sourcing processes. \n      REGISTER HERE\n                         Don’t miss this empowering opportunity to learn\, grow\, and connect. \n  \n 
URL:https://wbecnydmv.org/event/lunch-with-the-experts-13/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Lunch with the Experts,WBEC Metro NY Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250724T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250724T163000
DTSTAMP:20260416T192359
CREATED:20250207T171247Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250709T175550Z
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SUMMARY:WBEC Metro NY SAGE Advice Day 2
DESCRIPTION:WBEC Metro NY SAGE Advice Day 2\n \n  \nSAGE Advice is a collaborative partnership between Capital One and WBEC Greater DMV and Metro NY\, established to develop and enable small business owners to grow through customized sessions delivered by successful women business owners and Capital One associates.\nThrough six\, two-day in-person and virtual sessions held over six months\, participants will dive deep into their business\, their strategies\, and their goals. \nFor more information about this program\,\nPlease visit our website: wbecnydmv.org/programs/sage-advice
URL:https://wbecnydmv.org/event/wbec-metro-ny-sage-advice-day-2-6/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:WBEC Metro NY Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250723T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250723T163000
DTSTAMP:20260416T192359
CREATED:20250207T170525Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250709T175521Z
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SUMMARY:WBEC Metro NY SAGE Advice Day 1
DESCRIPTION:WBEC Metro NY SAGE Advice Day 1\n \n  \nSAGE Advice is a collaborative partnership between Capital One and WBEC Greater DMV and Metro NY\, established to develop and enable small business owners to grow through customized sessions delivered by successful women business owners and Capital One associates.\nThrough six\, two-day in-person and virtual sessions held over six months\, participants will dive deep into their business\, their strategies\, and their goals. \nFor more information about this program\, please visit our website: wbecnydmv.org/programs/sage-advice
URL:https://wbecnydmv.org/event/wbec-metro-ny-sage-advice-day-1-7/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:WBEC Metro NY Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250708T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250708T130000
DTSTAMP:20260416T192359
CREATED:20250131T205231Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250131T205231Z
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SUMMARY:Lunch With the Experts
DESCRIPTION:Lunch with the Experts\nTuesday\, July 8th 2025 \n12pm to 1pm EST | Virtual Session\n                 \nLooking to gain valuable insights into how corporations collaborate with women entrepreneurs? Take a break from your busy schedule and join us for the Lunch with Experts (LWE) program! This twice-a-month session is designed specifically for Women Business Enterprises (WBEs) to pause their everyday business responsibilities and focus on growth. \nDuring engaging\, one-hour interactive presentations led by corporate members and industry experts\, participants will explore strategies for success\, sharpen their business skills\, and stay ahead in their industries. These sessions also provide an excellent opportunity to expand your network—connecting not only with corporate professionals but with fellow WBEs. \nMake sure to mark your calendar and save the date!  \n      More details to come soon.  \n                         Don’t miss this empowering opportunity to learn\, grow\, and connect. \n  \n 
URL:https://wbecnydmv.org/event/lunch-with-the-experts-12/
CATEGORIES:Lunch with the Experts,WBEC Metro NY Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250610T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250610T130000
DTSTAMP:20260416T192359
CREATED:20250507T195520Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250507T195520Z
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SUMMARY:Lunch With the Experts: Sealing the Deal\, Practical Essentials for Landing a Contract
DESCRIPTION:Tuesday\, June 10th 2025 \n12pm to 1pm EST | Virtual Session\n  \nJoin WBEC Metro NY\, Baseline Group\, and Northwell Health for a Lunch with the Experts session focused on the practical steps to securing contracts.  We’ll cover crucial pre-contract preparations:  completing your W9\, maintaining good credit\, and securing the right insurance – all critical factors clients prioritize.  Network\, share best practices\, and leave with a clear action plan to boost your success. \n \nDarcy Flanders\, Founder / Chief Brand Strategist of Baseline Group \nAs founder and chief brand strategist of BaselineGroupNY\, Darcy is the visionary.\nHer strength lies in the ability to interpret clients’ goals and translate then into visually impactful and targeted printed and digital solutions. Her passion for design is contagious and her emphasis on teamwork leads to great collaborative solutions. Drawing on 35+ years of expertise\, you can count on Darcy to lead an information-oriented\, responsive and time-sensitive creative process that considers the big picture and instinctively understands the importance of the smallest detail and the strictest schedule. Darcy has envisioned and managed corporate branding initiatives for clients such as: Galliard Capital Management\, Citi Alternative Investments\, Citi Private Bank\, HSBC Private Bank and Rutgers Business School\, Wrigley\, and PSEG LI. Darcy is also passionate about helping her fellow MWBEs develop brands\, websites and marketing materials and has worked with: JURISolutions Legal (JSL)\, McKissack & McKissack\, Mrs. Paper\, Savoca Enterprises\, Winston Strategic Partners\, Pina Solutions\, Lob Planning and A\,& S Rebar – to name a few. Her work has received numerous awards from the Financial Communications Society\, Society of Technical Communication\, the Association of the Graphic Arts\, Graphic Design USA\, Step Inside Design and most recently Best of 2020 Manhattan for Branding and Digital Design.\n \nDawn Wells\, Assistant Vice President\, Supply Chain at Northwell Health \nDawn Wells is supply chain professional with a public health heart.  She currently serves as Assistant Vice President of Supply Chain at Northwell Health\, New York’s largest healthcare provider\, serving NYC\, Long Island\, and Westchester.  In this role she leads supply chain operations for the Health Systems’ Ambulatory Care Network comprised of more than 830 physician practices and outpatient facilities.  In addition to these responsibilities\, Dawn takes an active role in championing and facilitating programs that impact all levels of the organization.  She has been a consistent champion of diversity; representing supply chain as a member of the diversity and health equity council and corporate social responsibility committee. In 2019\, she chartered the health systems supplier diversity council that is charged with creating a cross functional action plan\, ensuring that there is a system wide commitment to maintaining the diversity of the Health System’s suppliers\, putting in place standardized processes for measuring goals and success\, and partnering with external agencies to educate and deliver information to diverse suppliers within the communities served. Dawn joined Northwell Health in 2003 as a member of the project implementation team that established framework for integrating finance\, supply chain\, and human resources under a shared-services umbrella. Over the years she has defined and redefined her position and responsibilities in response to the organization’s rapid growth. Dawn currently serves on the board of the NYNJ Minority Supplier Development Council.  She holds a B.S. in Business and a Masters of Public Health from Adelphi University. \nRegister Now!
URL:https://wbecnydmv.org/event/lunch-with-the-experts-sealing-the-deal-practical-essentials-for-landing-a-contract/
CATEGORIES:Lunch with the Experts,WBEC Metro NY Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250527T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250527T130000
DTSTAMP:20260416T192359
CREATED:20250131T205110Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250408T161717Z
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SUMMARY:Lunch With the Experts: Developing Your Capabilities Statement
DESCRIPTION:Tuesday\, May 27th 2025 \n12pm to 1pm EST | Virtual Session\n  \nJoin WBEC Metro NY\, Baseline Group\, and Northwell Health for a hands-on session on crafting a stellar capabilities statement that speaks for your unique business strengths. Join Darcy Flanders\, Founder and Chief Brand Strategist of Baseline Group\, and Dawn Wells\, Assistant Vice President\, Supply Chain at Northwell Health\, for a workshop on how to design a capabilities statement that leaves a lasting impression on clients and collaborators. Through this Lunch With the Experts\, participants will gain the skills to develop a compelling digital bio that showcases your leadership and accomplishments. \n \n \nDarcy Flanders\, Founder / Chief Brand Strategist of Baseline Group \nAs founder and chief brand strategist of BaselineGroupNY\, Darcy is the visionary.\nHer strength lies in the ability to interpret clients’ goals and translate then into visually impactful and targeted printed and digital solutions. Her passion for design is contagious and her emphasis on teamwork leads to great collaborative solutions. Drawing on 35+ years of expertise\, you can count on Darcy to lead an information-oriented\, responsive and time-sensitive creative process that considers the big picture and instinctively understands the importance of the smallest detail and the strictest schedule. Darcy has envisioned and managed corporate branding initiatives for clients such as: Galliard Capital Management\, Citi Alternative Investments\, Citi Private Bank\, HSBC Private Bank and Rutgers Business School\, Wrigley\, and PSEG LI. Darcy is also passionate about helping her fellow MWBEs develop brands\, websites and marketing materials and has worked with: JURISolutions Legal (JSL)\, McKissack & McKissack\, Mrs. Paper\, Savoca Enterprises\, Winston Strategic Partners\, Pina Solutions\, Lob Planning and A\,& S Rebar – to name a few. Her work has received numerous awards from the Financial Communications Society\, Society of Technical Communication\, the Association of the Graphic Arts\, Graphic Design USA\, Step Inside Design and most recently Best of 2020 Manhattan for Branding and Digital Design.\n  \n \nDawn Wells\, Assistant Vice President\, Supply Chain at Northwell Health \nDawn Wells is supply chain professional with a public health heart.  She currently serves as Assistant Vice President of Supply Chain at Northwell Health\, New York’s largest healthcare provider\, serving NYC\, Long Island\, and Westchester.  In this role she leads supply chain operations for the Health Systems’ Ambulatory Care Network comprised of more than 830 physician practices and outpatient facilities.  In addition to these responsibilities\, Dawn takes an active role in championing and facilitating programs that impact all levels of the organization.  She has been a consistent champion of diversity; representing supply chain as a member of the diversity and health equity council and corporate social responsibility committee. In 2019\, she chartered the health systems supplier diversity council that is charged with creating a cross functional action plan\, ensuring that there is a system wide commitment to maintaining the diversity of the Health System’s suppliers\, putting in place standardized processes for measuring goals and success\, and partnering with external agencies to educate and deliver information to diverse suppliers within the communities served. Dawn joined Northwell Health in 2003 as a member of the project implementation team that established framework for integrating finance\, supply chain\, and human resources under a shared-services umbrella. Over the years she has defined and redefined her position and responsibilities in response to the organization’s rapid growth. Dawn currently serves on the board of the NYNJ Minority Supplier Development Council.  She holds a B.S. in Business and a Masters of Public Health from Adelphi University. \nRegister Now!
URL:https://wbecnydmv.org/event/lunch-with-the-experts-developing-your-capabilities-statement-3/
CATEGORIES:Lunch with the Experts,WBEC Metro NY Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250520T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250520T130000
DTSTAMP:20260416T192359
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SUMMARY:Lunch With the Experts: Meet NYPA: Empowering Opportunities for New Yorkers
DESCRIPTION:Tuesday\, May 20th\, 2025 \n12pm to 1pm EST | Virtual Session\n  \nJoin the New York Power Authority (NYPA) and the NYS Canal Corporation on Tuesday\, April 22nd at 12:00 p.m. for “Empowering Opportunities for New Yorkers.” Hosted by WBEC Metro NY\, this entry into the Lunch With the Experts series will provide: \n• Insight into upcoming procurement opportunities\n• Coaching on how to engage with NYPA and Canals procurement professionals\n• Information on clean energy renewable generation projects that will help maintain an adequate and reliable supply of electricity for the State\n• Support for New York State’s renewable energy goals\, including what Woman Business Enterprises (WBEs) need to know to be procurement-ready Attendees will also:\n• Acquire information about new clean energy initiatives through NYPA’s Supplier Diversity Program\n• Learn from experts about specific business issues relevant to WBEs\n• Navigate the procurement process• Network with other WBEs Register now for this informational webinar designed to provide you with the information and access your business needs to unlock opportunities. \nThe New York Power Authority (NYPA) is America’s largest state power organization\, with a mission to lead the transition to a carbon-free\, economically vibrant New York State through customer partnerships with other state and local entities\, innovative energy solutions\, and responsible supply of affordable\, clean\, and reliable electricity. As part of our organization\, NYPA operates\, maintains\, and promotes the NYS Canal system through its subsidiary\, NYS Canal Corporation. New York’s Canal system includes four historic canals: the Erie\, Champlain\, Oswego\, and Cayuga-Seneca. Spanning 524 miles\, the canal waterways link the Hudson River with the Great Lakes\, the Finger Lakes\, and Lake Champlain. Following much of the original towpaths\, the Canal system also includes the 365-mile Canalway Trail\, which runs from Albany to Buffalo and from Albany to Whitehall and is all part of the 750-mile Empire State Trail—the nation’s longest multi-use recreational trail network.\nVisit nypa.gov for more information. \n \nGina Jackson\, Supplier Diversity Program Administrator\, LinkedIn \n                 \n \nKylie Murphy\, Category Manager (Renewables)\, LinkedIn \nRegister Now!
URL:https://wbecnydmv.org/event/lunch-with-the-experts-meet-nypa-empowering-opportunities-for-new-yorkers/
CATEGORIES:Lunch with the Experts,WBEC Metro NY Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250312T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250312T160000
DTSTAMP:20260416T192359
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SUMMARY:Metro NY Women MEAN Business Summit
DESCRIPTION:WBEC Metro NY is kicking off the year with an incredible opportunity to help you THRIVE in 2025! Mark your calendar and register now for our Q1 Women in Business Summit.\nThis full-day event promises an immersive experience packed with impactful networking\, strategic matchmaking\, and the perfect platform to showcase your business. Connect with industry leaders\, forge valuable partnerships\, and gain insights to drive your growth.\nBring your unstoppable spirit and get ready to take your business to the next level. Let’s make 2025 your year of success!\nClick to register!\n Contact LJoseph@wbecnydmv.org to explore current sponsorship opportunities.
URL:https://wbecnydmv.org/event/metro-ny-women-mean-business-summit/
CATEGORIES:WBEC Metro NY Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250311T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250311T130000
DTSTAMP:20260416T192359
CREATED:20250206T181912Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250206T182157Z
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SUMMARY:Lunch With the Experts: Drive Growth with the Power of SEO & SEM
DESCRIPTION:Lunch with the Experts: Drive Growth with the Power of SEO & SEM\n \nTuesday\, March 11th 2025 \n12pm to 1pm EST | Virtual Session\nWant to drive more traffic\, leads\, and sales for your business? Understanding the power of SEO (Search Engine Optimization) and SEM (Search Engine Marketing) is key to staying ahead in today’s digital landscape. \nJoin us for this insightful webinar\, where we’ll break down how these two powerful strategies work together to increase your online visibility\, attract high-intent customers\, and boost your bottom line. You’ll learn: \nThe differences between SEO & SEM—and why you need both\nHow to optimize your website for long-term organic success\nEffective paid search tactics to maximize your ROI\nActionable steps to enhance your digital marketing strategy today \nDon’t miss this opportunity to take your business’s online presence to the next level.      \n \n \nKayla Lloyd is the Marketing Manager at BBG&G Integrated Marketing and has been with the company since 2017. \nFormed in 1997\, BBG&G is a full-service integrated marketing and digital firm serving a broad range of industries including healthcare\, tourism\, banking\, B2B\, B2C\, and education. They position companies as industry leaders to help them achieve business goals\, scale\, and accelerate growth. BBG&G is a Certified WBE (women-owned business entity)\, DBE (disadvantaged business entity)\, and WOSB (women-owned small business). \nWith over a decade of experience\, Kayla’s superpower is finding the best way to communicate any message to any audience. She spent the early years of her career helping emerging technology startups develop strategies and create thoughtful\, results-driven campaigns. She learned to translate the needs of business owners and founders to her team\, and she has honed this skill at BBG&G. Kayla believes that we should never stop learning or growing\, and she uses this motto to help her clients achieve their goals – and even exceed them. \nKayla holds her Bachelor of Arts Degree in Mass Communication from Manhattan College. Kayla is an active speaker for the New York State Tourism Industry Association (NYSTIA)\, regularly providing marketing insights to state-wide destination marketing organizations (DMOs). Her client work has received numerous industry awards\, including the Summit Marketing Effectiveness Awards\, the MarCom Awards\, the Hermes Creative Awards\, and the AVA Digital Awards. \nKayla lives in Walden\, NY with her loving husband\, two wonderful children\, and their cherished fur babies. She is a coffee connoisseur who enjoys binge-watching shows especially on a cozy\, rainy fall day. \nClick to register!\n  \n 
URL:https://wbecnydmv.org/event/lunch-with-the-experts-drive-growth-with-the-power-of-seo-sem/
CATEGORIES:Lunch with the Experts,WBEC Metro NY Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250211T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250211T130000
DTSTAMP:20260416T192359
CREATED:20250116T172819Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250116T173009Z
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SUMMARY:Lunch With the Experts: Building a Marketing Strategy for Small Businesses
DESCRIPTION:Lunch with the Experts: Building a Marketing Strategy for Small Businesses\nTuesday February 11th\, 2025 | 12pm to 1pm ET | Virtual Session\n\n   \nJoin WBEC Metro NY and SMB Media Consulting for a Lunch With the Experts session that will empower small businesses to navigate the digital landscape and achieve their marketing goals. Participants willearn how to define your target audience\, set clear objectives\, and leverage various digital channels like social media\, email marketing\, and paid advertising. \nMaster website optimization\, content creation\, and analytics to drive growth and success in the digital age. \n \n \nStefanie Beach\, Founder & CEO \nStefanie Beach\, a digital marketing expert\, founded SMB Media Consulting in 2018 with the mission to provide simple media solutions and services that alleviate the stressors of a marketer’s job. After a 12-year digital media career managing programmatic account teams\, Stefanie desired to work outside the confined structure of a standard 9-5 job to be a more present parent to her daughter. Unable to source this opportunity led to the creation of SMB Media Consulting\, which provides flexible employment to experienced digital marketers and digital media talent solutions that seamlessly integrate within brands\, agencies\, and publishers. As an award-winning founder and CEO of SMB Media Consulting\, Stefanie focuses on building strong client partnerships and managing all business operations. In 2022\, Stevie® Awards for Women in Business named Stefanie Beach winner of the Bronze Female Executive of the Year in the Business Services category\, the Village of Pelham named SMB Media Consulting “Best of” in the category of Media Consultant\, and SMB Media was WBENC certified as a woman-owned business. In 2023\, SMB Media ranked 377 on the Inc. 5000 award list for the fastest-growing private companies in America. In 2024\, Stefanie won an Enterprising Women of the Year Award for her company’s growth\, involvement in the community and volunteering time as an industry mentor. \nBefore SMB Media Consulting\, Stefanie held leadership positions at PubMatic\, MediaMath\, Conversant\, House of Kaizen\, and Initiative. Stefanie regularly speaks at events and continues to train and mentor others about the evolving ad tech industry. Outside of SMB Media Consulting\, the best part of her day is when she is making memories with her daughter and husband\, whether that be traveling\, being active\, or exploring new recipes to cook. \nClick to register!
URL:https://wbecnydmv.org/event/lunch-with-the-experts-building-a-marketing-strategy-for-small-businesses/
CATEGORIES:Lunch with the Experts,WBEC Metro NY Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241105T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241105T130000
DTSTAMP:20260416T192359
CREATED:20240826T191350Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240826T191350Z
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SUMMARY:Lunch With the Experts: Intro to Cybersecurity
DESCRIPTION:Lunch with the Experts: Intro to Cybersecurity\nNovember 5th\, 2024 | 12pm to 1pm ET | Virtual Session\n \nPlease join WBEC Metro NY for a Lunch With the Experts led by Cybersecurity Expert Angela Dingle Founder and CEO of Ex Nihilo. This presentation will cover the current landscape of cybersecurity threats\, highlighting the most pressing challenges that enterprises face today. \nAttendees will:\n– Gain insight into the foundations of Cybersecurity\, cyber hygiene\, and introductory best practices for protecting their organizations.\n– Have the opportunity to pose questions to foster a deeper understanding of the cybersecurity essentials.\n– Connect with fellow business owners committed to creating a secure environment for their enterprises \nDon’t miss out on this opportunity to arm yourself with the knowledge needed to protect your business’s future and cultivate a resilient cybersecurity foundation. \n \nAngela Dingle \nAs President and CEO of Women Impacting Public Policy (WIPP)\, Angela Dingle leads a national nonpartisan organization advocating on behalf of women entrepreneurs\, strengthening their impact on our nation’s public policy\, creating economic opportunities\, and forging alliances with other business organizations. Serving as the voice for the over 14 million women owned companies in the U.S.\, WIPP works with lawmakers to impact and influence policy that provides economic equity\, procurement inclusion and access to the global marketplace. \nPrior to serving in this role\, Angela founded Ex Nihilo Management\, an award-winning technology and management consultancy that provides governance\, risk management and cybersecurity (GRC) to the public\, private and non-profit sector. Her commitment to client success earned her a reputation as a trusted advisor and strategic partner. Angela is a sought-after speaker and thought leader\, sharing her insights and expertise at conferences and events focused on women in business and government contracting. She is the author of Discovering Your Girl Powers: 10 Strategies to Build Confidence\, Charisma and Credibility and Unexpected Leader: 11 Tools for Transformational Leadership. She has written articles and publications that provide valuable leadership guidance. Angela holds a MS in Management Information Systems from Bowie State University\, a BS in Computer Science from DeVry University\, a Certified Myers Briggs Type Indicator (MBTI) Practitioner\, and a Certified Management Consultant (CMC).  Angela is a member of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority\, Inc. \nClick to register!
URL:https://wbecnydmv.org/event/lunch-with-the-experts-intro-to-cybersecurity/
CATEGORIES:Lunch with the Experts,WBEC Metro NY Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241008T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241008T130000
DTSTAMP:20260416T192359
CREATED:20240830T144658Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240830T145230Z
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SUMMARY:Lunch With the Experts: Port Authority of NY/NJ Corporate Connections
DESCRIPTION:Lunch with the Experts: Port Authority of NY/NJ Corporate Connections\nOctober 8th\, 2024 | 12pm to 1pm ET | Virtual Session\n\nJoin WBEC Metro NY and the Port Authority of NY and NJ on October 8th\, 2024 for a Corporate Connections session. \nThis Lunch With the Experts will provide insight to upcoming procurement opportunities\, how to engage with PA NY/NJ procurement professionals\, and what WBEs need to know to be procurement-ready. \nYou will: \nGain knowledge about corporate supplier diversity programs. \nUnderstand how to navigate sourcing/procurement processes. \nLearn from experts about specific business issues relevant to WBEs \nWBEs are equipped with knowledge to connect with procurement professionals \nWBEs network with other WBEs \nABOUT:  \nWorld-class transportation infrastructure is essential to economic growth and vitality. At the Port Authority of New York and New Jersey\, we keep the region moving by air\, land\, rail and sea\, so that the people and businesses of our region continue to thrive. With engineering in our DNA\, we are shaping the future of the region with groundbreaking yet practical facilities and systems built for the 21st century. At The Port Authority of New York and New Jersey\, we believe that Minority\, Women-owned\, Small\, and Disadvantaged Business Enterprises (MWSDBE) and Service-disabled Veteran-owned Small Businesses (SDVOB) offer unique perspectives and philosophies that greatly enhance our operations. Our supplier diversity program helps these enterprises participate in Port Authority business activities and provides diverse and inclusive contract opportunities. \n \nAnthony B. Miller \nAnthony has over twenty years of experience as a Supplier Diversity Professional\, Certification Officer\, Compliance Manager\, and Program Manager with several public and private entities\, agencies\, and authorities in the Tri-state area. \nTransportation\, General Construction\, and Construction Management are the primary industries where Anthony has honed his skills as the leader and subject matter expert on Compliance\, Supply Chain Management\, and Supplier Diversity. He started his career as an intern on the first public sector Design Build Operate and Maintain (DBOM) project in the United States for NJ Transit named the Hudson-Bergen Light Rail Transit System with a small woman-owned firm that provided Project Management services in his hometown of Jersey City\, NJ. \nAs an emerging leader the transportation industry in the scope of construction management\, Anthony coupled professional training\, certificates\, and certifications to advance his understanding of the project environment to complete milestone projects. Anthony educated himself about the industry and adapted to various roles as Quality Assurance /Quality Control Monitor\, Document Control Assistant\, Supplier Diversity Manager\, Training Program Development Coordinator\, and Technical Assistance Coordinator for small businesses.\nTo date\, Anthony has managed over five billion dollars of public and private commercial assets in transportation infrastructure and commercial buildings for such entities as NJ Transit\, Lend Lease  (formerly Bovis Lend Lease)\, and now The Port Authority of New York and New Jersey. A few of the assets include Citi Field the home field for the NY Mets\, Barclays Center the home court for the Brooklyn Nets\, the Hudson-Bergen Light Rail System\, The World Trade Center Memorial\, and the Newark Liberty Airport Terminal A Redevelopment Program to name a few. Anthony identifies himself as a small business advocate and ally within the communities he serves. As a Sentinel for small business opportunities\, Anthony acknowledges that his performance on behalf of the small business community creates opportunities for entrepreneurs that may not have existed before. \nClick to register!
URL:https://wbecnydmv.org/event/lunch-with-the-experts-port-authority-of-ny-nj-corporate-connections/
CATEGORIES:Lunch with the Experts,WBEC Metro NY Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240925T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240925T130000
DTSTAMP:20260416T192359
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LAST-MODIFIED:20240924T145907Z
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SUMMARY:Build Your Business Wealth Seminar Series: Exit Strategies For The Closely Held Business
DESCRIPTION:       \nBuild Your Business Wealth Seminar Series:\nEmpowering Entrepreneurs with Financial Knowledge\nEvery successful entrepreneur knows that building a strong business requires more than just a great idea or product. It also takes financial savvy to navigate market fluctuations\, manage cash flow\, and make strategic investments. However\, many entrepreneurs lack formal finance education\, putting them at a disadvantage. \nThat’s why we are excited to announce our Build Your Business Wealth Webinar Series – a program designed to empower entrepreneurs with essential financial knowledge. Through a series of webinars\, we will cover business finance topics and provide resources and tools to help entrepreneurs make informed decisions and achieve financial success. \nSEMINAR THREE \nExit Strategies For The Closely Held Business  \nSeptember 25th\, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM ET \nThis course provides education on business exit planning arrangements – commonly known as “Buy-Sell Arrangements.” Course material covers the risks of not adopting an exit strategy\, the general types of buy-sell agreements\, the importance of valuation\, the funding alternatives and the role of life insurance. \nRegister Now!\nMeet the Speaker\n \nKaren Hofmann \nVice President\, Advanced Planning Group\, Prudential \nKaren Hofmann is a Vice President\, Advanced Planning for Prudential Retirement Strategies and Individual Life Insurance. In her current position\, Karen is responsible for speaking with financial professionals and clients about ways to effectively accumulate\, protect\, and distribute wealth.Karen has more than 36 years of experience in the financial services industry. Previously\, she worked at The Hartford as an Advanced Markets Consultant. \nKaren has been an invited speaker nationwide on a variety of retirement planning\, advanced markets\, and other financial topics. She has also taught continuing education courses for Certified Financial PlannersTM\, Attorneys\, and Certified Public Accountants. Born and educated in London\, England\, Karen has earned the Chartered Life Underwriter (CLU®)\, Chartered Financial Consultant (ChFC®)\, and Chartered Advisor for Senior Living (CASL®)* designations. Karen lives in California just north of San Diego with her husband\, Troy.  Specialties: Small business planning\, executive benefits\, retirement and estate planning\, Social Security\, and charitable giving.
URL:https://wbecnydmv.org/event/build-your-business-wealth-seminar-series-exit-strategies-for-the-closely-held-business/
CATEGORIES:WBEC Greater DMV Events,WBEC Metro NY and Greater DMV Events,WBEC Metro NY Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240920T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240920T140000
DTSTAMP:20260416T192359
CREATED:20240328T185055Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240917T145948Z
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SUMMARY:WBEC Metro NY 25th Anniversary Grand GALA-xy Luncheon
DESCRIPTION:Friday\, September 20\, 2024 | 10:00am – 2:00pm EST \nThe Plaza Hotel\n768 5th Avenue \nNew York\, NY 10019 \nIt’s our milestone 25th Anniversary and we want to see you! \nWe are pleased to invite our WBEs\, as well as our Corporate and Alliance Partners\, to come together in community to celebrate The Power of Many within our network universe who have made our growth possible. \nJoin us to reflect on where we’ve been and where we’ll boldly go as we reimagine what business success looks like for the next 25 years. It’s only through The Power of Many that even when faced with unprecedented challenges\, we’ll continue to shine bright for years to come! \nMark your calendars\, get your tickets and dress to impress for the event that has been a quarter-century in the making. Our Silver 25th Anniversary GALA–xy Grand Luncheon will be out of this world! \nSOLD OUT!\nContact LJoseph@wbecnydmv.org for exclusive event sponsorship opportunities. All sponsors will be recognized at the event and in the 25th Anniversary Commemorative Digital Look Book.    \nThis Grand GALA-xy Luncheon will not have exhibitor opportunities for WBEs\, however we would be honored if your organization would contribute to our silent auction with a product\, service\, or experience of $250 minimum market value.    \nAll registration/ticket sales are final; no refunds will be issued. \n 
URL:https://wbecnydmv.org/event/wbec-metro-ny-25th-anniversary-grand-gala-xy-luncheon/
CATEGORIES:WBEC Metro NY Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240910T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240910T130000
DTSTAMP:20260416T192359
CREATED:20240605T195346Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240605T195346Z
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SUMMARY:Lunch With the Experts: Developing Your Capabilities Statement
DESCRIPTION:Lunch with the Experts: Developing Your Capabilities Statement\nSeptember 10th\, 2024 | 12pm to 1pm ET | Virtual Session\n \nAs we enter Quarter 4\, now is the time to participate in a hands-on session on crafting a stellar capabilities statement that speaks for your unique business strengths. Join Darcy Flanders from Baseline Group and Dawn Wells from Northwell Health for a workshop on how to design a capabilities statement that leaves a lasting impression on clients and collaborators. Through this Lunch With the Experts\, participants will gain the skills to develop a compelling digital bio that showcases your leadership and accomplishments. \n\nGain knowledge about corporate supplier diversity programs\nUnderstand how to navigate sourcing/procurement processes.\nLearn from experts about specific business issues relevant to WBEs\nWBEs are equipped with knowledge to connect with procurement professionals\nWBEs network with other WBEs\n\n \nDawn Wells\nAssistant Vice President\, Supply Chain\, Northwell Health \nDawn Wells is supply chain professional with a public health heart.  She currently serves as Assistant Vice President of Supply Chain at Northwell Health\, New York’s largest healthcare provider\, serving NYC\, Long Island\, and Westchester.  In this role she leads supply chain operations for the Health Systems’ Ambulatory Care Network comprised of more than 830 physician practices and outpatient facilities.  In addition to these responsibilities\, Dawn takes an active role in championing and facilitating programs that impact all levels of the organization.  She has been a consistent champion of diversity; representing supply chain as a member of the diversity and health equity council and corporate social responsibility committee. In 2019\, she chartered the health systems supplier diversity council that is charged with creating a cross functional action plan\, ensuring that there is a system wide commitment to maintaining the diversity of the Health System’s suppliers\, putting in place standardized processes for measuring goals and success\, and partnering with external agencies to educate and deliver information to diverse suppliers within the communities served. \nDawn joined Northwell Health in 2003 as a member of the project implementation team that established framework for integrating finance\, supply chain\, and human resources under a shared-services umbrella. Over the years she has defined and redefined her position and responsibilities in response to the organization’s rapid growth. Dawn currently serves on the board of the NYNJ Minority Supplier Development Council.  She holds a B.S. in Business and a Masters of Public Health from Adelphi University. \n \nDarcy Flanders \nFounder / Chief Brand Strategist Baseline \nAs founder and chief brand strategist of BaselineGroupNY\, Darcy is the visionary. Her strength lies in the ability to interpret clients’ goals and translate then into visually impactful and targeted printed and digital solutions. Her passion for design is contagious and her emphasis on teamwork leads to great collaborative solutions. Drawing on 35+ years of expertise\, you can count on Darcy to lead an information-oriented\, responsive and time-sensitive creative process that considers the big picture and instinctively understands the importance of the smallest detail and the strictest schedule. Darcy has envisioned and managed corporate branding initiatives for clients such as: Galliard Capital Management\, Citi Alternative Investments\, Citi Private Bank\, HSBC Private Bank and Rutgers Business School\, Wrigley\, and PSEG LI. \nDarcy is also passionate about helping her fellow MWBEs develop brands\, websites and marketing materials and has worked with: JURISolutions Legal (JSL)\, McKissack & McKissack\, Mrs. Paper\, Savoca Enterprises\, Winston Strategic Partners\, Pina Solutions\, Lob Planning and A\,& S Rebar – to name a few. Her work has received numerous awards from the Financial Communications Society\, Society of Technical Communication\, the Association of the Graphic Arts\, Graphic Design USA\, Step Inside Design and most recently Best of 2020 Manhattan for Branding and Digital Design. \nClick to register!
URL:https://wbecnydmv.org/event/lunch-with-the-experts-developing-your-capabilities-statement-2/
CATEGORIES:Lunch with the Experts,WBEC Metro NY Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240815T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240815T133000
DTSTAMP:20260416T192359
CREATED:20240809T174628Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240815T125747Z
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SUMMARY:Build Your Business Wealth Seminar Series: AI\, Staying In Charge\, Understanding Implications
DESCRIPTION:       \nBuild Your Business Wealth Seminar Series:\nEmpowering Entrepreneurs with Financial Knowledge\nEvery successful entrepreneur knows that building a strong business requires more than just a great idea or product. It also takes financial savvy to navigate market fluctuations\, manage cash flow\, and make strategic investments. However\, many entrepreneurs lack formal finance education\, putting them at a disadvantage. \nThat’s why we are excited to announce our Build Your Business Wealth Webinar Series – a program designed to empower entrepreneurs with essential financial knowledge. Through a series of webinars\, we will cover business finance topics and provide resources and tools to help entrepreneurs make informed decisions and achieve financial success. \nSEMINAR TWO\nAI: Staying In Charge\, Understanding Implications\nAugust 15th\, 12:00 PM – 1:30 PM ET\nArtificial Intelligence (AI) is here\, and its impact has shaken industries. From powering a tech-stock boom\, to potentially reshaping the future of financial advice\, AI’s disruption can be felt all over. Business leaders need to be aware of AI as both a valuable resource\, and potentially a looming threat to their business model. This course guides you through the basics of what makes AI such a powerful new technology. It zeroes in on real world examples of AI implementation. Importantly\, it also advises you on the best ways to think about AI and their practice\, both today and in the future. \nRegister Now!\nMeet the Speaker\n \nChristina Cuffari \nVice President of Advanced Planning\, Sales Technology for Prudential’s Retirement and Life Distribution \nChristina Cuffari is the Vice President of Advanced Planning\, Sales Technology for Prudential’s Retirement and Life Distribution. She provides value-added programs and in-market technology training to the sales organization\, financial professionals\, broker-dealers\, and the clients that we serve. Her focus is helping our customers utilize Prudential Retirement Strategies technology solutions to better service their clients and help grow their business. She also provides guidance to sales professionals on integrating best practices for leveraging financial planning tools and platforms\, social media platforms\, and cybersecurity best practices. \nPrior to this role Christina has extensive experience working with financial professionals and their clients. Christina started her career as a financial professional with Prudential in southern NJ where she developed a passion for the industry. She has also served as an internal sales consultant covering a multitude of channels and states during her tenure to help her continue to build her knowledge and expertise of the industry. Ms. Cuffari attended The College of Saint Rose in Albany\, NY and earned her degree in business administration with a minor in communications. During college she was a member of the Women’s soccer team that won the 2011 NCAA National Championship. She also holds the 2011 All-American\, 2011 Academic All-American\, as well as Player of the Year and Woman on the Year for 2011.
URL:https://wbecnydmv.org/event/build-your-business-wealth-seminar-series-ai-staying-in-charge-understanding-implications/
CATEGORIES:WBEC Greater DMV Events,WBEC Metro NY and Greater DMV Events,WBEC Metro NY Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240814T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240814T103000
DTSTAMP:20260416T192359
CREATED:20240314T152016Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240805T154725Z
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SUMMARY:2024 WBEC Metro NY Live Regional Pitch Competition
DESCRIPTION:  \n2024 WBEC Metro NY Live Regional Pitch Competition\n \nAugust 14th\, 2024\, 10:30am EST\nHosted By: Stephanie Scott Bradshaw CEO and Communicator-in-Chief of First and Last PR \n \n  \nJoin us to cheer on your fellow WBEs as they pitch in the 1st round of the 2024 WBENC Pitch Competition! During this virtual program\, 10 WBE finalists from WBEC Metro NY will pitch their businesses to local corporate judges for a chance to compete in the WBENC semi-finals. \nHere are our Top 10 WBEC Metro NY Pitch Finalists: \nLuminoustudios\, Inc.\, Sania Jhankar\, https://luminoustudios.com/\nUnmentionables LLC DBA Panic Panties\, Maria-Nicole Marino\, www.panicpanties.com\n87th Street Creative\, Sherene Strausberg\, http://87thstreetcreative.com\nSheilisa McNeal – Fria Jewelry\, Sheilisa McNeal\, www.myfria.com\niWoman\, Inc.\, Cathleen Trigg-Jones\, iwoman.tv\nLevelle Inc DBA Levelle Nutrition\, Linda Alvarez\, www.levellenutrition.com\nWet Cement Inc.\, Jennifer Willey\, https://www.Wet-Cement.com\nFront Burner Publishing Inc. DBA Dam Good English Muffins\, Olivia Weale\, https://www.damgoodenglishmuffins.com/\nWEST X EAST CO / WEST X EAST\, Tania Kottoor\, https://westxeast.com/\nSWAIR Inc\, DBA SWAIR\, Carrie Sporer\, https://www.swairhair.com/ \nhttps://wbecnydmv.org/programs/wbenc-pitch-competition/ \n\nClick to register!\n 
URL:https://wbecnydmv.org/event/2024-wbec-metro-ny-live-regional-pitch-competition/
CATEGORIES:WBEC Metro NY Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240813T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240813T130000
DTSTAMP:20260416T192359
CREATED:20240605T193823Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240605T193911Z
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SUMMARY:Lunch With the Experts: NYPA Corporate Connections
DESCRIPTION:Lunch with the Experts: NYPA Corporate Connections\nAugust 13th\, 2024 | 12pm to 1pm ET | Virtual Session\n\nJoin the New York Power Authority and the NYS Canal Corporation on August 13 as it Builds Powerful Connections for a Brighter Tomorrow. Hosted by WBEC Metro NY for its members\, this event will provide insight into how women-owned businesses can compete and win contracts with America’s largest public power organization. \nThis webinar will: \n\nProvide insights into upcoming projects and opportunities;\nDescribe the criteria for becoming a vendor;\nNavigating the procurement process; and\,\nBusiness solutions offered through NYPA’s Supplier Diversity Program\n\nRegister now for this informational webinar designed to provide you with the information and access your business needs to unlock opportunities. \nABOUT:  \nThe New York Power Authority (NYPA) is America’s largest state power organization\, with a mission to lead the transition to a carbon-free\, economically vibrant New York State through customer partnerships with other state and local entities\, innovative energy solutions\, and responsible supply of affordable\, clean\, and reliable electricity. \nAs part of our organization\, NYPA operates\, maintains\, and promotes the NYS Canal system through its subsidiary\, NYS Canal Corporation. New York’s Canal system includes four historic canals: the Erie\, Champlain\, Oswego\, and Cayuga-Seneca. Spanning 524 miles\, the canal waterways link the Hudson River with the Great Lakes\, the Finger Lakes\, and Lake Champlain. Following much of the original towpaths\, the Canal system also includes the 365-mile Canalway Trail\, which runs from Albany to Buffalo and from Albany to Whitehall and is all part of the 750-mile Empire State Trail—the nation’s longest multi-use recreational trail network. \n \nAziza Gamble\, Supplier Diversity Associate \nAziza works to increase the usage of MWBEs and SDVOBs. She creates new business development opportunities for NYPA and Canals by fostering relationships between buyers\, program managers\, end users and the vendor community. \nClick to register!
URL:https://wbecnydmv.org/event/lunch-with-the-experts-nypa-corporate-connections-2/
CATEGORIES:Lunch with the Experts,WBEC Metro NY Events
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SUMMARY:Build Your Business Wealth Seminar Series: Empowering Entrepreneurs with Financial Knowledge
DESCRIPTION:       \nBuild Your Business Wealth Seminar Series:\nEmpowering Entrepreneurs with Financial Knowledge\nEvery successful entrepreneur knows that building a strong business requires more than just a great idea or product. It also takes financial savvy to navigate market fluctuations\, manage cash flow\, and make strategic investments. However\, many entrepreneurs lack formal finance education\, putting them at a disadvantage. \nThat’s why we are excited to announce our Build Your Business Wealth Webinar Series – a program designed to empower entrepreneurs with essential financial knowledge. Through a series of webinars\, we will cover business finance topics and provide resources and tools to help entrepreneurs make informed decisions and achieve financial success. \nSEMINAR ONE\nSmart Strategies for Small Business\nAugust 6th\, 12:00am – 1:30pm ET\nThis program is geared for business owners in the early stages of their business.  Those established within the first 5 years and managing their first sources of revenue.  The conversation will cover understanding the small business landscape\, protecting your small business\, succession planning\, and assembling a professional team. \nRegister Now!\nMeet the Expert\n \nNatalya Robbins\, ChFC®\, RICP®\, WMCP® \nFinancial Planner \nWorksite Education Program Speaker \nNatalya Robbins is passionate about providing her clients with the tools and education they need to navigate life’s financial challenges. With more than 23 years in the financial services industry\, Natalya recognizes the more knowledge her clients have\, the more empowered and confident they feel about achieving their goals.
URL:https://wbecnydmv.org/event/build-your-business-wealth-seminar-series-empowering-entrepreneurs-with-financial-knowledge/
CATEGORIES:WBEC Greater DMV Events,WBEC Metro NY and Greater DMV Events,WBEC Metro NY Events
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SUMMARY:WBEC Metro NY SAGE Advice Day 1
DESCRIPTION:WBEC Metro NY SAGE Advice Day 1\n \n  \nSAGE Advice is a collaborative partnership between Capital One and WBEC Greater DMV and Metro NY\, established to develop and enable small business owners to grow through customized sessions delivered by successful women business owners and Capital One associates.\nThrough six\, two-day in-person and virtual sessions held over six months\, participants will dive deep into their business\, their strategies\, and their goals.\nApplications for the 2024 cohort of SAGE Advice are closed. For more information\, and to join the waitlist for 2025\,\nplease visit our website: wbecnydmv.org/programs/sage-advice
URL:https://wbecnydmv.org/event/wbec-metro-ny-sage-advice-day-1-6/
CATEGORIES:WBEC Metro NY Events
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