Events
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How to Do Business with Empire City Casino & MGM National Harbor: Procurement Opportunities, Supplier Connections & Community Partners
October 6 | 12 pm to 1:30 pm EST | Virtual Interested in doing business with Empire City Casino & MGM National Harbor? Join WBEC Greater DMV and NY-NJ MSDC for a virtual session with the teams from Empire City Casino & MGM National Harbor to learn how their procurement process works and what suppliers…
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Navigating Your Cash Flow with Evena Sumra, VP, Sr. Business Consultant
October 13 | 11 am to 12:30 pm EST | Virtual Cash flow management is a challenge all businesses face. Understanding what is driving the cash coming into and going out of your business can help you anticipate needs, plan ahead, and make more informed financial decisions. Join WBEC NY DMV for a practical 90-minute…
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Powerplay Pitch Academy: From Draft to Delivery: The Formula of A Pitch
October 14 I 11 am to 12 pm I Virtual Most pitches don't fail because the idea is bad. They fail because the message never lands. Retired Air Force Colonel, storyteller, and Catalytic Comedian Mo Barrett spent nearly 30 years mastering high-stakes communication. Now she brings that hard-won formula to this workshop, so you can…
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28th Annual NJBPU SDDC Conference
One of New Jersey’s most important events for supplier diversity, business development and access to opportunities with our regulated utilities is returning this October. The NJBPU Supplier Diversity Development Council (SDDC) Annual Conference brings together New Jersey businesses, utilities, procurement professionals, prime contractors and industry leaders for something that every small and diverse business needs…
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Capital One Envision Summit
October 21-22 I Richmond, VA Capital One Envision Summit is dedicated to creating an inclusive supply chain and empowering businesses through education, meaningful connections, and strategic alignment. Attendees will gain valuable insights into procurement trends, connect with Capital One leaders and partners, and engage in discussions aimed at driving economic growth for businesses. Register Now
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Prince George’s County Office of Procurement: Procurement Night Out 2026
October 22 | 5:30 to 8 pm EST | Forest Heights, MD Connect with procurement leaders, agencies, prime contractors, and community partners while exploring opportunities to grow your business. Join us for an evening of networking, collaboration, and procurement opportunities, connecting small, local, minority and women-owned businesses alongside industry leaders from MGM National Harbor, the…
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Why and How to Get Certified
Why and How to Get Certified October 27 | 1 to 2 pm EST | Virtual If you’re a 51% women-owned or operated company, you’re just a few steps away from becoming a WBENC-Certified women’s business enterprise (WBE)! At WBEC Metro NY & Greater DMV, fueling local economic growth through the empowerment of women business owners is our primary…
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WEtalks: The 6 Factors That Make Teams Work with Kimberley Lewis Parsons, CEO of Bamboo Teaming
November 5 | 11 a.m. to 12 p.m. EST | Virtual Session Great leaders don't automatically make great teams. Even experienced leadership teams can struggle with alignment, collaboration, and accountability, creating friction that slows decision-making, limits execution, and makes it harder for growing companies to compete. In this practical, interactive session, Kimberley Lewis Parsons, CEO…
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Long Island FORUM Luncheon: The Impact Table: Big Systems, Bold Ideas, and the Women Entrepreneurs Bridging the Gap
November 6 | 12:30 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. EST | New Hyde Park, Long Island Strong business relationships can lead to new perspectives, valuable resources, and future opportunities. On Friday, November 6th, WBEC Metro NY invites you to The Impact Table: Big Systems, Bold Ideas, and the Women Entrepreneurs Bridging the Gap, our upcoming Long…
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WEtalks: Why Your Marketing Feels Harder Than It Should and How to Fix It with Madia Brown, Founder and CEO of Brandire
November 10 | 11 a.m. to 12 p.m. EST | Virtual Session Everyone’s talking about marketing. But why does it still feel so hard to get results? You’re putting in the work. Posting content, running campaigns, trying new strategies, experimenting with AI, and maybe even spending more money. Yet despite all that effort, your marketing…
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I’m Certified, Now What?
VirtualMaximizing Your WBENC Certification November 12 | 1 to 2pm EST | Virtual If you’re a newly certified WBE or would like to maximize your certification, you don’t want to miss this! Learn more about the WBENC and WBEC Metro NY and Greater DMV network and opportunities. Learn how best to use and navigate WBENCLink2.0.…
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WEtalks: Collect the Cash Playbook! Every Unpaid Invoice Has a Story.
November 17 | 1 p.m. to 2 p.m. EST | Virtual Session You've done the work. You've sent the invoice. Now it's time to get paid. Unpaid invoices can put pressure on your cash flow, disrupt business operations, and make it harder to plan for growth. Understanding why payments are delayed and knowing how to…