BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//WBEC NY DMV - ECPv6.15.17.1//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:WBEC NY DMV X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://wbecnydmv.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for WBEC NY DMV REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/New_York BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20220313T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20221106T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20230312T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20231105T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20240310T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20241103T060000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230711T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230711T120000 DTSTAMP:20260403T144518 CREATED:20230705T172840Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230705T172840Z UID:10000910-1689076800-1689076800@wbecnydmv.org SUMMARY:Lunch With the Experts: Business Model Canvas: A Snapshot of Your Business Success DESCRIPTION:Lunch with the Experts: Business Model Canvas: A Snapshot of Your Business Success\nTuesday\, July 11\, 2023\n12:00pm ET\nPlease join WBEC Metro New York and Subject Matter Expert Dr. Drena Valentine for an in-depth workshop to increase your competitive business with better decision-making\, strategy development\, and business growth. The workshop will utilize the Business Model Canvas\, a dynamic visual tool that encapsulates the key elements of your business model in a single\, easy-to-understand diagram. \nRegister in advance for this meeting: \nhttps://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZUsdOChpjwsHdepBQnpOYk74s87-1KVmAYS \nPresenter Info\nDr. Drena Valentine is a visionary\, author\, advocate\, growth strategist\, and Strategic and Operations Management Expert with over 30 years of experience strengthening and transforming businesses through leadership and management skill development. Dr. Valentine is adept at analyzing and improving processes and setting strategic and management priorities to align activities with their goals and objectives. She is a results-oriented leader with exceptional business acumen skills and strategic vision resulting in operational excellence. With a passion for working with Black\, minority\, and women business owners\, Dr. Valentine tirelessly works to improve procurement opportunities for these entrepreneurs. Receiving accolades from clients and community leaders\, Dr. Valentine has been awarded the Maryland Black Chamber’s Champion for Change\, the 2022 Women Making History\, from the Montgomery County Commission for Women and Montgomery Women Organization. Dr. Valentine holds a bachelor’s degree in accounting\, a Master’s in Business Administration\, and a Doctor of Management in Organizational Leadership. \nEducation: Dr. Valentine holds a bachelor’s degree in Accounting\, a Master’s in Business Administration\, and a Doctor of Management in Organizational Leadership.\nDissertation: Strategic Planning in Nonprofit Organizations \nCertifications: MBE\, DBE\, SBE\, WBE\, WOSB\, MD LSBRP\, WSSC SLMBE\, GRCP\, PTIN URL:https://wbecnydmv.org/event/business-model-canvas-a-snapshot-of-your-business-success/ CATEGORIES:Lunch with the Experts,WBEC Greater DMV Events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230706T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230706T130000 DTSTAMP:20260403T144518 CREATED:20230405T140431Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230906T141035Z UID:10000871-1688644800-1688648400@wbecnydmv.org SUMMARY:I’m Certified\, Now What? DESCRIPTION:“I’m Certified\, Now What?”\nMaximizing Your WBENC Certification\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 network and opportunities\nLearn how best to use and navigate WBENCLink2.0\nMeet the WBEC Metro NY Certification Team \nRegister in advance for this meeting:\nhttps://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZIsdeugqDwqGdc53D8ixnWEVlRiUSrFQjh3\nAfter registering\, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting. URL:https://wbecnydmv.org/event/im-certified-now-what/2023-07-06/ CATEGORIES:WBEC Metro NY and Greater DMV Events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230629T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230629T150000 DTSTAMP:20260403T144518 CREATED:20230601T141714Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230922T202418Z UID:10000896-1688047200-1688050800@wbecnydmv.org SUMMARY:How to Get WBENC Certified DESCRIPTION: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)!\nDon’t let concerns about the process deter you! Tens of thousands of WBENC-Certified WBEs shout from the rooftops that the process is incredibly worth unlocking all of the benefits. And don’t you want a certification that PROVES you are open for business and truly 51% women owned\, managed and operated? We bet you do!\nJoin us for Part Two of our How and Why to Get WBENC Certified webinar series to learn about the certification application process and documentation needed to get WBENC certified. \nRegister in Advance for this meeting:\nhttps://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZ0rde2orDosE9STClIrfLovYTqZkzu9iH_G \nThe Women’s Business Enterprise National Council’s (WBENC) mission is to fuel economic growth globally by identifying\, certifying\, and facilitating the development of women-owned businesses. They work to accomplish this by focusing on their CORE platform — Certification\, Opportunities\, Resources\, and Engagement. URL:https://wbecnydmv.org/event/how-to-get-wbenc-certified-2/2023-06-29/ CATEGORIES:WBEC Metro NY and Greater DMV Events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230629T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230629T120000 DTSTAMP:20260403T144518 CREATED:20230504T145154Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230620T150120Z UID:10000889-1688040000-1688040000@wbecnydmv.org SUMMARY:Corporate Connections: Capital One Cafe DESCRIPTION:Corporate Connections: Capital One Cafe\nThursday\, June 29\, 2023\n12:00pm ET\nPlease join WBEC Metro New York and Corporate Member Capital One for a Corporate Connections session. Capital One will be discussing procurement opportunities at their Capital One Cafes\, how to engage with Capital One Cafes\, and what WBEs need to know to be procurement ready. \nRegister in advance for this meeting: \nhttps://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZYuf-GtrT0vHtJblaDoCoG0iu-qdT3whmUX \nPresenter Info\nKevin Beiles\, Manager/Principal\, Contracts\, Capital One\nKevin currently lives in Richmond\, Virginia with his wife. After graduating from the University of Richmond with a JD/MBA\, Kevin joined Capital One in 2014 as a Contract Manager in its Enterprise Supplier Management department. Kevin spent four of his first five years negotiating contracts for the buildout and operations of the Capital One Cafes. In 2019\, Kevin’s role changed from a Contract Manager to a Third Party Manager managing the third parties who support the Cafe program. In 2022\, Kevin was elevated to a Category Manager whose team was responsible for creating the procurement strategy for the Cafes and executing on that strategy. URL:https://wbecnydmv.org/event/corporate-connections-capital-one-cafe/ CATEGORIES:WBEC Metro NY and Greater DMV Events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230626T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230626T160000 DTSTAMP:20260403T144518 CREATED:20230530T194246Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230530T194255Z UID:10000895-1687784400-1687795200@wbecnydmv.org SUMMARY:MatchMaker Madness DESCRIPTION:Reminder: Registration Is Open!\nGreat connections are the foundation to business success and that is why Woman Impacting Public Policy is excited to host MatchMaker Madness on Monday\, June 26. \nMeet one-on-one in a private virtual environment with the buyers of government agencies and prime vendors for developing relationships\, understanding their purchasing process and identifying supply chain opportunities. \nRegister\nFree for all members (must be signed into WIPP profile) \nTo expedite your registration process\, please have your NAICS\, CAGE\, UEI and Keywords information ready. You must upload your generic Capability Statement to complete your registration. \nMatches will be made based on the buyers needs and then business owner requests. \nAll MatchMaker schedules and research information will be sent out on June 16th so you have time to prepare for your meeting. \nConfirmed Agencies and Primes:\n316th Wing – Joint Base Andrews\nAgriculture\, US Department of Farm Production and Conservation (FPAC)\nArmy\, US Department \nBureau of the Fiscal Service\nCoast Guard\, US\nConsolidated Nuclear Security (Y-12) \nEducation\, US Department \nEnvironmental Protection Agency\, U.S.\nEY \nFederal Aviation Agency\nGeneral Dynamics Information Technology\nInternal Revenue Service \nL3Harris – Integrated Mission Systems\nNational Renewable Energy Laboratory – NREL\nNaval Information Warfare Systems Command – NAVWAR \nNaval Nuclear Laboratory\nNewport News Shipbuilding\nOak Ridge National Laboratory \nUS Department of State\nUS Department of Treasury\nWashington Metro Area Transit Authority (WMATA) URL:https://wbecnydmv.org/event/matchmaker-madness/ CATEGORIES:WBEC Greater DMV Events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230621T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230621T140000 DTSTAMP:20260403T144518 CREATED:20230614T150529Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230616T185734Z UID:10000898-1687352400-1687356000@wbecnydmv.org SUMMARY:The WBENCPitch Experience — Metro NY DESCRIPTION:The WBENCPitch Experience\nWednesday\, June 21\, 2023\n1:00pm-2:00pm ET\nWBEC Metro NY is excited to partner again with WBENC to deliver the 2023 National WBENCPitch Momentum Competition\, powered by PepsiCo. The national second place winner will be awarded $20K and the grand prize winner will walk away with $50K. \nThe prize money is just one of the MANY benefits of participating in WBENCPitch – locally and nationally. The experience\, the relationships\, the judge’s feedback\, the visibility and the exposure for your business are TRULY PRICELESS. \nJoin us for a conversation with 2022 Metro NY Pitch winners to hear about their 2022 pitch journey and experience. In this captivating discussion\, you’ll learn how to: \n\nPrepare yourself to participate in the WBENCPitch Competitions\nHone your business pitch and prepare to maximize your pitching opportunities\nUse actionable resources for pitching success and gain insights from fellow business owners.\n\n\n Speakers:\n \n \n Sheilisa McNeal \n CEO Fria\, LLC DBA Fria Jewelry \n \n Lauren Berger \n Co-Founder\, Get Real Foods \n \n Maria Marino \n Co-Founder\, Panic Panties \n\n Moderator:\n \n \n Sandra Eberhard \n President & CEO\, WBEC Metro NY \n Click Here to Register\nhttps://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZ0pf-qgrz8pHtV2oLRZSx99G0jAtVk07lPs\nPitch submissions for the WBEC Metro NY Live Virtual Pitch Competition on August 30th will begin on July 1st. Look out for the announcement! \nLearn more about this year’s competition at https://wbecnydmv.org/programs/wbenc-pitch-competition/ URL:https://wbecnydmv.org/event/the-wbencpitch-experience-metro-ny/ CATEGORIES:WBEC Metro NY Events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230621T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230621T120000 DTSTAMP:20260403T144518 CREATED:20230614T151216Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230616T185231Z UID:10000899-1687345200-1687348800@wbecnydmv.org SUMMARY:The WBENCPitch Experience — Greater DMV DESCRIPTION:The WBENCPitch Experience\nWednesday\, June 21\, 2023\n11:00am-12:00pm ET\nWBEC Greater DMV is excited to partner again with WBENC to deliver the 2023 National WBENCPitch Momentum Competition\, powered by PepsiCo. The national second place winner will be awarded $20K and the grand prize winner will walk away with $50K. \nThe prize money is just one of the MANY benefits of participating in WBENCPitch – locally and nationally. The experience\, the relationships\, the judge’s feedback\, the visibility and the exposure for your business are TRULY PRICELESS. \nJoin us for a conversation with 2022 Greater DMV Pitch winners to hear about their 2022 pitch journey and experience. In this captivating discussion\, you’ll learn how to: \n\nPrepare yourself to participate in the WBENCPitch Competitions\nHone your business pitch and prepare to maximize your pitching opportunities\nUse actionable resources for pitching success and gain insights from fellow business owners.\n\n\n Speakers:\n \n \n Stacy Fritz \n CEO\, Fit2Order \n \n Savannah Mitchell \n Owner\, Sunday Morning Roasting Company \n \n David LeFebvre \n Supplier Diversity Business Advisor\, Federal Reserve Bank of Richmond \n \n Rev. Dr. Renette Dallas\, ND \n Creator\, TRUE POP Popcorn \n Speaker Bios:\nDavid LeFebvre has extensive experience building strategic\, internal and external\, relationships to drive high impact. The common thread throughout David’s career is working with diverse businesses\, communities\, and education systems to drive success through inclusion. In David’s current role as Supplier Diversity Business Advisor\, he is responsible for designing\, managing\, and implementing the supplier diversity program for the Federal Reserve Bank of Richmond to promote involvement in the economic development and inclusion of diverse suppliers. \nRenette Dallas is a naturopathic doctor (N.D.)\, minister\, author\, lecturer\, certified fitness trainer\, raw food chef\, with expertise in nutritional and herbal detoxification and healing. She hosted live fitness and wellness radio and TV programs for seven years. She has degrees and twelve years professional experience in Architecture and Civil Engineering\, and a Veteran of the United States Air Force. Perhaps best known as the creator of the healthy organic snack product\, TRUE POP formerly\, Life by Dallas Popcorn\, Dr. Dallas believes health care reform starts with preventive holistic care education. Individuals leave her presentations motivated and inspired but more important\, empowered to adopt healthy lifestyles. \n\n Moderator:\n \n \n Sandra Eberhard \n President & CEO\, WBEC Greater DMV \n Click Here to Register\nhttps://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZwvcu6grzsuGNfJHGmlTjkTgs8bBxrlHHq7\nPitch submissions for the WBEC Greater DMV Live Virtual Pitch Competition on August 30th will begin on July 1st. Look out for the announcement! \nLearn more about this year’s competition at https://wbecnydmv.org/programs/wbenc-pitch-competition/ URL:https://wbecnydmv.org/event/the-wbencpitch-experience-greater-dmv/ CATEGORIES:WBEC Greater DMV Events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230616T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230616T120000 DTSTAMP:20260403T144518 CREATED:20230504T145259Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230504T150937Z UID:10000890-1686916800-1686916800@wbecnydmv.org SUMMARY:Corporate Connections: Pfizer DESCRIPTION:Corporate Connections: Pfizer\nFriday\, June 16\, 2023\n12:00pm ET\nRegister in advance for this meeting: \nhttps://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZAqdemsqzsjHtMp5GO25zl_2PZCj7RWHfug URL:https://wbecnydmv.org/event/corporate-connections-pfizer/ CATEGORIES:WBEC Metro NY and Greater DMV Events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230613T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230613T150000 DTSTAMP:20260403T144518 CREATED:20230405T135027Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230906T140749Z UID:10000856-1686664800-1686668400@wbecnydmv.org SUMMARY:Why Get WBENC Certified DESCRIPTION:Do you want: Access to supplier diversity and procurement executives?\nAccess to networking events\, mentoring\, executive education\, capacity development programs\, and other business tools and resources?\nIf you are wondering about the benefits of becoming a certified women-owned business\, wonder no more – start today in learning about the process\, requirements and how the benefits go far beyond a certification seal.\nJoin us for Part One of our How and Why to Get WBENC Certified webinar series to learn about WBENC certification and the many benefits of being part of this ecosystem. \nRegister in advance for this meeting:\nhttps://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZcud–uqDsiGNdtfSic922mS2WVMlT51jRB \nThe Women’s Business Enterprise National Council’s (WBENC) mission is to fuel economic growth globally by identifying\, certifying\, and facilitating the development of women-owned businesses. They work to accomplish this by focusing on their CORE platform — Certification\, Opportunities\, Resources\, and Engagement. URL:https://wbecnydmv.org/event/why-get-wbenc-certified/2023-06-13/ CATEGORIES:WBEC Metro NY and Greater DMV Events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230613T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230613T130000 DTSTAMP:20260403T144518 CREATED:20230607T161543Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230607T161543Z UID:10000897-1686657600-1686661200@wbecnydmv.org SUMMARY:Lunch With the Experts: Integrating Data for Business Success DESCRIPTION:Lunch with the Experts: Integrating Data for Business Success\nTuesday\, June 13\, 2023\n12:00pm–1:00pm ET\nUntold Research is a women-owned small business specializing in helping small-budget organizations leverage research to reach their goals. Content includes reviewing affordable ways research can be used to attract new customers\, develop effective messaging\, and measure the impact of your business. Come discover new ways to help your small business grow and thrive! \nRegister in advance for this meeting: \nhttps://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZIkf–uqTssHd2tCANVL17sKSYpu4QQ9tSp \nPresenter Info\nKate Vasiloff\, Co-founder of Untold Research \nKate Vasiloff has conducted qualitative and quantitative research for the past ten years\, from developing survey instruments and sampling plans to overseeing data collection\, analyzing and distilling the findings to report production and presentation. As a co-founder of Untold Research\, her portfolio of research topics and clients are as broad as they are varied and include large and small NGOs\, like UNICEF and Women’s Equality Center\, government agencies\, like the U.S. and British Embassies\, and unions and associations\, like the Guild of Music Supervisors and the Global Business Travel Association. Research topics range from message testing on emergency contraception in Honduras to measuring public opinion on credible sources of information in Ethiopia to conducting compensation and benefits research in the United States. Originally from Sarasota\, Florida\, Kate earned a Master’s Degree in Survey Methodology from the University of Connecticut and a Bachelor’s Degree in both English Language and Literature and Religious Studies from the University of Virginia. She now lives in Arlington\, Virginia\, with her partner\, Mike\, and her dog\, Lincoln. URL:https://wbecnydmv.org/event/lunch-with-the-experts-integrating-data-for-business-success/ CATEGORIES:Lunch with the Experts,WBEC Greater DMV Events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230608T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230608T160000 DTSTAMP:20260403T144518 CREATED:20230417T143851Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230417T143851Z UID:10000874-1686218400-1686240000@wbecnydmv.org SUMMARY:Offshore Wind Ready – Manufacturing Focus DESCRIPTION:The New Jersey Economic Development Authority and the Wind Institute for Innovation and training are sponsoring two free offshore wind training programs in May and June! These trainings are open to any New Jersey business or individual ready to learn about opportunities in the rapidly growing U.S. offshore wind industry. \nThe Business Network for Offshore Wind’s Offshore Wind Ready is a one-day educational program designed for businesses who want to learn more about specific business opportunities in the growing U.S. offshore wind industry. Learn about project development\, a project’s supply chain component parts\, and how to identify where your business fits in. Offshore Wind Ready helps you determine if this growing industry is a good fit for your business. This free training (valued at $325) is being offered in-person on May 11 and June 8. \nJune 8: Offshore Wind Ready – Manufacturing Focus*\n*This training is designed specifically for businesses in the manufacturing sector\nWhen: 10 am – 4 pm\nWhere: NJMEP Training Facility\,\n211 Benigno Boulevard\, Bellmawr\, NJ 08031 \nREGISTER URL:https://wbecnydmv.org/event/offshore-wind-ready-manufacturing-focus/ LOCATION:NJMEP Training Facility\, 211 Benigno Boulevard\, Bellmawr\, NJ\, 08031 CATEGORIES:WBEC Metro NY Events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230606T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230606T130000 DTSTAMP:20260403T144518 CREATED:20230405T140431Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230906T141035Z UID:10000866-1686052800-1686056400@wbecnydmv.org SUMMARY:I’m Certified\, Now What? DESCRIPTION:“I’m Certified\, Now What?”\nMaximizing Your WBENC Certification\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 network and opportunities\nLearn how best to use and navigate WBENCLink2.0\nMeet the WBEC Metro NY Certification Team \nRegister in advance for this meeting:\nhttps://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZIsdeugqDwqGdc53D8ixnWEVlRiUSrFQjh3\nAfter registering\, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting. URL:https://wbecnydmv.org/event/im-certified-now-what/2023-06-06/ CATEGORIES:WBEC Metro NY and Greater DMV Events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230606T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230606T120000 DTSTAMP:20260403T144518 CREATED:20230525T192026Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230525T192140Z UID:10000894-1686052800-1686052800@wbecnydmv.org SUMMARY:Lunch With the Experts: The 3 A's of Onboarding DESCRIPTION:Lunch with the Experts: The 3 A’s of Onboarding\nTuesday\, June 6\, 2023\n12:00pm ET\nA specially crafted employee onboarding program can increase employee retention by 82%! Tune in to our webinar to learn the three A’s of employee onboarding. Khristie Andrus\, VP and Co-founder of JustinBradley\, will share a comprehensive onboarding program that you won’t want to miss. A 20-year professional recruiter and business owner\, Khristie has developed and guided new employee onboarding strategies both internally at JustinBradley and for her clients\, whether they’re working remotely or in-office. This is insight that you will want to take back for your next hire! \nRegister in advance for this meeting: \nhttps://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZAucuGgqTMuGdZLvb-BeIPHcrIZJ1XoX1Mq \nPresenter Info\nKhristie Andrus\, VP and Co-founder of JustinBradley\nCo-Founder of JustinBradley\, Khristie Andrus is an Executive Financial Recruiter and trusted Career Advisor. 20 years ago\, she established JustinBradley’s financial search practices in law\, hospitality\, real estate\, and construction\, and is trained in Diversity and Inclusion practices and employment law. She speaks on topics related to hiring best practices and onboarding to personal branding and career development. \nKhristie advocates strongly for ethics and professionalism in the staffing industry and served as President of the Capital Area Staffing Association until 2015. In the accounting and finance community\, she has been on the selection committee for several prestigious CFO awards\, including Washington Business Journal’s CFO of the Year. Khristie is committed to fundraising efforts for DC area charitable organizations\, including American Heart Association’s Lawyers Have Heart. She is also a contributing member of the American Payroll Association and CREW (Construction and Real Estate Women). URL:https://wbecnydmv.org/event/lunch-with-the-experts-the-3-as-of-onboarding/ CATEGORIES:Lunch with the Experts,WBEC Metro NY and Greater DMV Events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230523T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230523T150000 DTSTAMP:20260403T144518 CREATED:20230405T135050Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230405T140007Z UID:10000848-1684850400-1684854000@wbecnydmv.org SUMMARY:How to Get WBENC Certified DESCRIPTION: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)!\nDon’t let concerns about the process deter you! Tens of thousands of WBENC-Certified WBEs shout from the rooftops that the process is incredibly worth unlocking all of the benefits. And don’t you want a certification that PROVES you are open for business and truly 51% women owned\, managed and operated? We bet you do!\nJoin us for Part Two of our How and Why to Get WBENC Certified webinar series to learn about the certification application process and documentation needed to get WBENC certified. \nRegister in Advance for this meeting:\nhttps://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZ0rde2orDosE9STClIrfLovYTqZkzu9iH_G \nThe Women’s Business Enterprise National Council’s (WBENC) mission is to fuel economic growth globally by identifying\, certifying\, and facilitating the development of women-owned businesses. They work to accomplish this by focusing on their CORE platform — Certification\, Opportunities\, Resources\, and Engagement. URL:https://wbecnydmv.org/event/how-to-get-wbenc-certified/2023-05-23/ CATEGORIES:WBEC Metro NY and Greater DMV Events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230523T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230523T120000 DTSTAMP:20260403T144518 CREATED:20230519T151728Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230519T153534Z UID:10000893-1684843200-1684843200@wbecnydmv.org SUMMARY:Lunch With the Experts: The Business of Sustainability DESCRIPTION:Lunch with the Experts: The Business of Sustainability\nTuesday\, May 23\, 2023\n12:00pm ET\nSustainability is a major focus for corporate partners. 92% of the S&P 500 companies published a sustainability report in 2020. At this Lunch With the Experts\, Toni will unpack the important pieces of sustainability as it relates to businesses. You will develop an understanding of the basics of sustainability\, your business responsibility and the language that speaks to your contribution to corporate partners’ value chains. Together we will define sustainability (ESG)\, look into why sustainability is the new business imperative\, your value in relation to ESG\, and how to embed sustainable initiatives into your business. \nRegister in advance for this meeting: \nhttps://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZMkcO2tqzkvGdz2knzn6s6WB9rgcK-eLiA6#/registration \nPresenter Info\n \nToni Stiefel\, Impact Advisor\, The Fehlig Group\nConnect on LinkedIn \nToni is a leader in sustainability\, community outreach and communications\, having developed and evolved processes\, systems and governance for major international companies in the consumer goods\, telecommunications\, bioscience and infrastructure sectors. As an Impact Advisor with The Fehlig Group\, Toni works with small businesses to align their values with globally-recognized sustainable and responsible business standards as well as with corporate clients seeking to assist their diverse suppliers in meeting sustainability expectations. URL:https://wbecnydmv.org/event/lunch-with-the-experts-the-business-of-sustainability/ CATEGORIES:Lunch with the Experts,WBEC Metro NY and Greater DMV Events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230523T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230523T120000 DTSTAMP:20260403T144518 CREATED:20230504T144941Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230518T205314Z UID:10000887-1684843200-1684843200@wbecnydmv.org SUMMARY:Lunch With the Experts: Pricing 101 DESCRIPTION:Lunch with the Experts: Pricing 101\nTuesday\, May 23\, 2023\n12:00pm ET\nJoin WBEC Metro NY and Sylvia Lagerquist\, CPA\, for a Lunch With the Experts: Pricing 101 workshop. In this one-hour session\, expert Sylvia will discuss pricing\, breaking even\, and how to interpret your financials. \nAs this workshop has a maximum capacity of 15 attendees\, please note in the registration if you are certain you can attend\, or if you would like to receive the session recording and materials following the session. \nRegister in advance for this meeting: \nhttps://airtable.com/shrYz5qrmKakFumlt \nPresenter Info\nSylvia Lagerquist\, CPA\nSynergy CPAs URL:https://wbecnydmv.org/event/lunch-with-the-experts-pricing-101/ CATEGORIES:Lunch with the Experts,WBEC Metro NY Events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230518 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230519 DTSTAMP:20260403T144518 CREATED:20230504T144814Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230504T150612Z UID:10000888-1684368000-1684454399@wbecnydmv.org SUMMARY:Speakers' Bureau Info Session DESCRIPTION:Speakers’ Bureau Info Session\nThursday\, May 18\, 2023\nInterested in speaking joining the Speakers’ Bureau? Join WBEC Metro NY & Greater DMV for an information session on the what\, why and how to get involved and become a leader in the WBEC NY & DMV network. \nRegister in advance for this meeting: \nhttps://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZ0sc-upqjIqG9Rm8f-aivMHYwWyvwyygIwK URL:https://wbecnydmv.org/event/speakers-bureau-info-session-2/ CATEGORIES:WBEC Metro NY and Greater DMV Events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230516T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230516T120000 DTSTAMP:20260403T144518 CREATED:20230504T145625Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230504T150455Z UID:10000886-1684238400-1684238400@wbecnydmv.org SUMMARY:Industry Panel: Professional Services DESCRIPTION:Industry Panel: Professional Services\nTuesday\, May 16\, 2023\n12:00pm ET\nRegister in advance for this meeting: \nhttps://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZ0lde2pqj4iHNHEgb7Q5LTiDsgN9Cf6xyiR URL:https://wbecnydmv.org/event/industry-panel-professional-services/ CATEGORIES:WBEC Metro NY and Greater DMV Events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230511T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230511T160000 DTSTAMP:20260403T144518 CREATED:20230417T143528Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230417T143528Z UID:10000873-1683799200-1683820800@wbecnydmv.org SUMMARY:Offshore Wind Ready DESCRIPTION:The New Jersey Economic Development Authority and the Wind Institute for Innovation and training are sponsoring two free offshore wind training programs in May and June! These trainings are open to any New Jersey business or individual ready to learn about opportunities in the rapidly growing U.S. offshore wind industry. \nThe Business Network for Offshore Wind’s Offshore Wind Ready is a one-day educational program designed for businesses who want to learn more about specific business opportunities in the growing U.S. offshore wind industry. Learn about project development\, a project’s supply chain component parts\, and how to identify where your business fits in. Offshore Wind Ready helps you determine if this growing industry is a good fit for your business. This free training (valued at $325) is being offered in-person on May 11 and June 8. \nMay 11: Offshore Wind Ready\nWhen: 10 am – 4 pm\nWhere: New Jersey Bioscience Center\,\n675 U.S. 1\, North Brunswick Township\, NJ 08902 \nREGISTER URL:https://wbecnydmv.org/event/offshore-wind-ready/ LOCATION:New Jersey Bioscience Center\, 675 U.S. 1\, North Brunswick Township\, NJ\, 08902 CATEGORIES:WBEC Metro NY Events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230511 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230512 DTSTAMP:20260403T144518 CREATED:20230504T144546Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230504T150544Z UID:10000885-1683763200-1683849599@wbecnydmv.org SUMMARY:Speakers' Bureau Info Session DESCRIPTION:Speakers’ Bureau Info Session\nThursday\, May 11\, 2023\nInterested in speaking joining the Speakers’ Bureau? Join WBEC Metro NY & Greater DMV for an information session on the what\, why and how to get involved and become a leader in the WBEC NY & DMV network. \nRegister in advance for this meeting: \nhttps://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZ0sc-upqjIqG9Rm8f-aivMHYwWyvwyygIwK URL:https://wbecnydmv.org/event/speakers-bureau-info-session/ CATEGORIES:WBEC Metro NY and Greater DMV Events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230510T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230510T140000 DTSTAMP:20260403T144518 CREATED:20230405T135027Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230906T140749Z UID:10000862-1683723600-1683727200@wbecnydmv.org SUMMARY:Why Get WBENC Certified DESCRIPTION:Do you want: Access to supplier diversity and procurement executives?\nAccess to networking events\, mentoring\, executive education\, capacity development programs\, and other business tools and resources?\nIf you are wondering about the benefits of becoming a certified women-owned business\, wonder no more – start today in learning about the process\, requirements and how the benefits go far beyond a certification seal.\nJoin us for Part One of our How and Why to Get WBENC Certified webinar series to learn about WBENC certification and the many benefits of being part of this ecosystem. \nRegister in advance for this meeting:\nhttps://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZcud–uqDsiGNdtfSic922mS2WVMlT51jRB \nThe Women’s Business Enterprise National Council’s (WBENC) mission is to fuel economic growth globally by identifying\, certifying\, and facilitating the development of women-owned businesses. They work to accomplish this by focusing on their CORE platform — Certification\, Opportunities\, Resources\, and Engagement. URL:https://wbecnydmv.org/event/why-get-wbenc-certified/2023-05-10/ CATEGORIES:WBEC Metro NY and Greater DMV Events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230509T073000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230509T153000 DTSTAMP:20260403T144518 CREATED:20230412T200341Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230412T200341Z UID:10000872-1683617400-1683646200@wbecnydmv.org SUMMARY:DC Chamber of Commerce 2023 Small Business Summit - Connect\, Grow\, Succeed DESCRIPTION:The DC Chamber of Commerce 2023 Small Business Summit will convene leaders from across local & federal governments and the small business industry to address the latest trends and emerging developments in the District of Columbia’s small business landscape through insightful discussions\, expert panels\, and interactive workshops. Special educational programming will also be featured for our small DC-based retailers. \nWHEN: Tuesday\, May 9th\, 2023 \nTIME: 7:30 am to 3:30 pm \nWHERE: Washington Convention Center \nREGISTER: https://www.dcchamber.org/event/2023-small-biz-summit/ \nKeynote Speaker\n \nGina Schaefer\, CEO and Co-Founder\, A Few Cool Hardware Stores\nGina will share her remarkable story of overcoming adversity and discrimination and turning into it success all while supporting and empowering entrepreneurship. Read more about Gina HERE. \nCall for Nominations – DC Chamber of Commerce Small Business Awards\nEach year the DC Chamber of Commerce honors the success of small businesses who have contributed to the business and economic growth of our community. The awards will be announced and presented on May 9\, 2023\, at the Small Business Summit luncheon. \nNominations will be evaluated based on information provided in applications. The award categories are: \n\nSmall Business of the Year\nSmall Business Person of the Year\nYoung Entrepreneur of the Year\nNon-Profit Organization of the Year\nSmall Business Champion of the Year\nWomen in Business Champion of the Year\n\nSubmission Deadline – Friday\, March 31\, 2023. https://dcchamber.org/2023-small-business-summit-nominations/ URL:https://wbecnydmv.org/event/dc-chamber-of-commerce-2023-small-business-summit-connect-grow-succeed/ LOCATION:Washington Convention Center\, 801 Mt Vernon Pl NW\, Washington\, DC\, 20001\, United States CATEGORIES:WBEC Greater DMV Events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230502T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230502T130000 DTSTAMP:20260403T144518 CREATED:20230405T140431Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230906T141035Z UID:10000865-1683028800-1683032400@wbecnydmv.org SUMMARY:I’m Certified\, Now What? DESCRIPTION:“I’m Certified\, Now What?”\nMaximizing Your WBENC Certification\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 network and opportunities\nLearn how best to use and navigate WBENCLink2.0\nMeet the WBEC Metro NY Certification Team \nRegister in advance for this meeting:\nhttps://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZIsdeugqDwqGdc53D8ixnWEVlRiUSrFQjh3\nAfter registering\, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting. URL:https://wbecnydmv.org/event/im-certified-now-what/2023-05-02/ CATEGORIES:WBEC Metro NY and Greater DMV Events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230502T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230502T120000 DTSTAMP:20260403T144518 CREATED:20230420T202226Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230425T132211Z UID:10000877-1683028800-1683028800@wbecnydmv.org SUMMARY:Lunch with the Experts: Marketing to Women Over 40 DESCRIPTION:Lunch with the Experts: Marketing to Women Over 40\nTuesday\, May 2\, 2023\n12:00pm ET\nDo you recognize the value of marketing to women over 40 but struggle to do so in an interesting\, relevant\, and motivating way? You’re not alone! Join Fancy for a webinar highlighting key findings and action steps from our survey of nearly 500 women over 40. Fancy surveyed nearly 500 women over 40\, and asked them what they thought marketers were getting right\, and not so right. Fancy co-founder and co-chief creative officer\, Erica Fite distills the findings into actionable insights brands can use today to increase their relevance with this powerful consumer group. \nRegister in advance for this meeting: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZYqdOmqrz4vEtQ17MjZ05qZeDagy1_VpMgj \nPresenter Info\n \nErica Fite – Co-Founder\, Co-Chief Creative Officer brings an honest and authentic point of view to the work and to the way her agency works. She is a sought after speaker and contributor to industry press\, pulling back the curtain on the all-too-often taboo issues of women and sexual pleasure and health\, women over 40 in advertising\, and women stereotypes in marketing activities and brand development. URL:https://wbecnydmv.org/event/lunch-with-the-experts-marketing-to-women-over-40/ CATEGORIES:Lunch with the Experts,WBEC Metro NY Events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230428T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230428T130000 DTSTAMP:20260403T144518 CREATED:20230419T185920Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230419T185920Z UID:10000876-1682683200-1682686800@wbecnydmv.org SUMMARY:Cybersecurity and Data Protection Basics for Small Businesses DESCRIPTION:In this 2-hr presentation with BOC Women’s Business Center\, participants will receive: 1) basic training on cybersecurity to learn about the importance of protecting their business data from attack\, damage\, or unauthorized access; 2) learn about how a data privacy policy and terms of use policy protect a business from liability; and 3) other legal considerations when doing business online. \nRegister via: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/601635567177 URL:https://wbecnydmv.org/event/cybersecurity-and-data-protection-basics-for-small-businesses/ CATEGORIES:WBEC Metro NY Events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230427T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230427T110000 DTSTAMP:20260403T144518 CREATED:20230419T185606Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230419T185606Z UID:10000875-1682589600-1682593200@wbecnydmv.org SUMMARY:Preventing Identity Theft DESCRIPTION:Join the BOC Women’s Business Center and Valley Bank who will be presenting on how to protect yourself online and prevent identity theft! During this session\, we’ll get started with learning how to effectively protect your personal information by assuring sensitive information about yourself whether it is on paper\, online\, or on a call is secured. \nRegister via: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/560974649277 URL:https://wbecnydmv.org/event/preventing-identity-theft/ CATEGORIES:WBEC Metro NY Events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230425T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230425T150000 DTSTAMP:20260403T144518 CREATED:20230405T135050Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230405T140007Z UID:10000847-1682431200-1682434800@wbecnydmv.org SUMMARY:How to Get WBENC Certified DESCRIPTION: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)!\nDon’t let concerns about the process deter you! Tens of thousands of WBENC-Certified WBEs shout from the rooftops that the process is incredibly worth unlocking all of the benefits. And don’t you want a certification that PROVES you are open for business and truly 51% women owned\, managed and operated? We bet you do!\nJoin us for Part Two of our How and Why to Get WBENC Certified webinar series to learn about the certification application process and documentation needed to get WBENC certified. \nRegister in Advance for this meeting:\nhttps://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZ0rde2orDosE9STClIrfLovYTqZkzu9iH_G \nThe Women’s Business Enterprise National Council’s (WBENC) mission is to fuel economic growth globally by identifying\, certifying\, and facilitating the development of women-owned businesses. They work to accomplish this by focusing on their CORE platform — Certification\, Opportunities\, Resources\, and Engagement. URL:https://wbecnydmv.org/event/how-to-get-wbenc-certified/2023-04-25/ CATEGORIES:WBEC Metro NY and Greater DMV Events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230411T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230411T150000 DTSTAMP:20260403T144518 CREATED:20230405T135027Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230906T140749Z UID:10000854-1681221600-1681225200@wbecnydmv.org SUMMARY:Why Get WBENC Certified DESCRIPTION:Do you want: Access to supplier diversity and procurement executives?\nAccess to networking events\, mentoring\, executive education\, capacity development programs\, and other business tools and resources?\nIf you are wondering about the benefits of becoming a certified women-owned business\, wonder no more – start today in learning about the process\, requirements and how the benefits go far beyond a certification seal.\nJoin us for Part One of our How and Why to Get WBENC Certified webinar series to learn about WBENC certification and the many benefits of being part of this ecosystem. \nRegister in advance for this meeting:\nhttps://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZcud–uqDsiGNdtfSic922mS2WVMlT51jRB \nThe Women’s Business Enterprise National Council’s (WBENC) mission is to fuel economic growth globally by identifying\, certifying\, and facilitating the development of women-owned businesses. They work to accomplish this by focusing on their CORE platform — Certification\, Opportunities\, Resources\, and Engagement. URL:https://wbecnydmv.org/event/why-get-wbenc-certified/2023-04-11/ CATEGORIES:WBEC Metro NY and Greater DMV Events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230404T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230404T130000 DTSTAMP:20260403T144518 CREATED:20230405T140431Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230906T141035Z UID:10000864-1680609600-1680613200@wbecnydmv.org SUMMARY:I’m Certified\, Now What? DESCRIPTION:“I’m Certified\, Now What?”\nMaximizing Your WBENC Certification\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 network and opportunities\nLearn how best to use and navigate WBENCLink2.0\nMeet the WBEC Metro NY Certification Team \nRegister in advance for this meeting:\nhttps://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZIsdeugqDwqGdc53D8ixnWEVlRiUSrFQjh3\nAfter registering\, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting. URL:https://wbecnydmv.org/event/im-certified-now-what/2023-04-04/ CATEGORIES:WBEC Metro NY and Greater DMV Events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230330T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230330T150000 DTSTAMP:20260403T144518 CREATED:20230307T153904Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230307T153904Z UID:10000846-1680184800-1680188400@wbecnydmv.org SUMMARY:ChallengeHER Webinar: State of the WOSB Set Aside Program DESCRIPTION:State of the WOSB Set Aside Program\nThursday\, March 30\, 2023\n2pmET | 1pmCT | 11amPT\nIn honor of Women’s History\, this ChallengeHER Webinar features a conversation with: \nAlisa Sheard \nWOSB Federal Contract Program Director \nDeputy Director\, Office of Government Contracting \nU.S. Small Business Administration \nTo discuss the state of the WOSB Set Aside program and to answer any questions you might have. \nThis conversation is moderated by Candace Waterman\, President / CEO\, Women Impacting Public Policy. \nIf you have questions you would like to have answered on this chat\, please email ChallengeHER@wipp.org! \nRegister URL:https://wbecnydmv.org/event/challengeher-webinar-state-of-the-wosb-set-aside-program/ CATEGORIES:WBEC Metro NY and Greater DMV Events END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR