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SUMMARY:NJ Wind Port C1 Procurement Informational Session
DESCRIPTION:  \nAECOM Tishman is seeking qualified subcontractors and suppliers for upcoming construction opportunities in Lower Alloways Creek Township\, NJ. Attendees will learn of several near-term opportunities\, how to become pre-qualified to bid\, and about the bid process and projected timelines. \n  \nTHIS VIRTUAL EVENT IS FREE TO ATTEND!\n  \nOpportunities for Local\, Small and other XBE business that provide the following: \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n·    Cast-In-Place Concrete \n·    Precast Structural Concrete \n·    Structural Welding \n·    Miscellaneous Metals \n·    Low-Voltage Electrical Conductors & Cables \n·    Grounding and Bonding for Electrical Systems \n·    Underground Electrical Conduit & Duct Bank\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n·    Mass Excavation & Transport \n·    Ground Improvement – Continuous Modulus Columns \n·    Soil Erosion & Sediment Control \n·    Geosynthetic Stabilization \n·    Aggregate Paving \n·    Water Distribution Systems \n·    Stormwater Drainage & Filtration Systems\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n  \nFollow the link below to register and receive your Zoom link to join the session. \nhttps://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_XFRgVoPwRlKkf6cfIYCqnw#/registration \n 
URL:https://wbecnydmv.org/event/nj-wind-port-c1-procurement-informational-session/
CATEGORIES:WBEC Metro NY Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230726T120000
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SUMMARY:2023 Pitch Academy: WBEC Metro NY & Greater DMV
DESCRIPTION:2023 Pitch Academy: WBEC Metro NY & Greater DMV\nWednesday\, July 26\, 2023\n12:00pm–1:00pm ET\nExcited about the national 2023 WBENCPitch Momentum Competition but don’t know where to start? Looking for tools\, resources\, and advice from Women Business Owners just like you? Join us at the 2023 WBEC Metro NY and Greater DMV Pitch Academy for a one-hour session on all things pitch.\nLed by Leadership Executive and Strategic Advisor Karen Wawrzaszek and Entrepreneur and International Speaker Bofta Yimam\, Women-Owned Businesses (WBE) will have the opportunity to learn from experienced storytellers and prepare for the upcoming WBENCPitch Competition. \nRegister in advance for this meeting:\nhttps://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZEldeqoqzIsGdNQHMxFg4Kb079GkLF7XX6M \nPresenter Info\nKaren Wawrzaszek is a Leadership Executive and Strategic Advisor to Entrepreneurs\, Family Offices\, Private Foundations\, and Non-Profit organizations with more than two decades of experience. She is a recognized thought leader in ESG\, Impact Investment\, and Philanthropy. Karen has led the regional business efforts and the impact investment efforts for established family offices such as the Pitcairn and Rockefeller Family Offices in Washington\, DC. She launched the impact-oriented investment platform for a $5B RIA – which resulted in an attractive sell to a larger firm. She served on the Responsible Investment Advisory Board and Philanthropy Practice Management Board for BNYMellon Wealth during her tenure as the Regional President. \nKaren is passionate about her clients and connecting them to strategies that help them on their journey to integrating purpose driven capital. She accomplishes this by leveraging innovative planning and investment techniques that incorporate the private and public markets\, diligence and monitoring tools\, and governance and education frameworks. She is a subject matter expert on impact and mission-oriented investing and philanthropic planning and is sought out to write articles\, speak on podcasts and at conferences\, including the UN Global People’s Summit and the UN Ideagen’s Sustainability Conference. \nKaren is active and passionate about community service. She founded Pomona Society\, a 501(c)(3) organization that focuses on economic empowerment for women and families in Washington\, DC\,. Through this organization\, Karen mentors female founders to help them prepare their business plans and raise capital. She has provided workshops focusing on communication skills for pitching for capital to female entrepreneur members of WBEC. \nKaren serves as an Executive Committee Member and Investment Chair of the Meyer Foundation\, Chairman of the Board for Teach for America DC\, and a Board Member and Chair of Finance for Global Impact. She is a Global Advisory Council Member of Beyond the Billion\, an organization dedicated to improving venture capital funding for women and a committee member for 50/50 Women on Boards and an outside adviser to ImpactCred\, a female-led startup. Prior Board involvement includes the Washington Area Women’s Foundation\, the Shakespeare Theatre Company\, Black Girl Ventures\, and Eastside Domestic Violence of Seattle\, WA. \nKaren was named a Washingtonian Top Financial Adviser in 2018\, 2020\, 2021\, and 2022 and is a graduate and featured member of Leadership Greater Washington’s Signature Program and holds a Bachelor’s degree in Finance from Wichita State University. She is a CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™ professional and a Certified Trust and Financial Advisor (CTFA) and a Certified Exit Planning Advisor. \n Bofta Yimam is an Entrepreneur\, Emmy® & Edward R. Murrow Award-Winning Journalist\, International Speaker and the Founder of StoryLede®. \nStoryLede is the go-to fractional marketing agency that weaves in storytelling to help position your company as an industry leader so you can share your irresistible message and amplify your influence — leading to higher impact and revenue. From Story Design to Visibility on LinkedIn\, StoryLede specializes in helping industry leaders transform their knowledge and expertise into compelling content marketing and presentations. \nAfter working as a TV Anchor/Reporter\, Bofta took her passion for storytelling and empowerment to help business owners become dynamic marketing magnets. \nFor more than a decade\, Bofta reported live on the morning and evening news for top TV outlets\, including CBS National News\, EuroNews and BBC. From the White House and the historical 2020 election to the Covid-19 response\, Bofta has covered a plethora of stories that have appeared across the country. She also previously worked as the Capitol Hill Correspondent for The Black News Channel\, where she covered policies and legislation dominating Washington with a special focus on the impact to people of color. From the NAACP to Gabrielle Union-Wade and Hollywood directors\, Bofta has anchored shows and interviewed a wide range of change agents who are leveraging their voice to make a difference. \nBofta is the first Ethiopian-American newscaster to receive an Emmy award and a sought-after speaker who has spoken to distinguished audiences in London\, Africa\, and across the U.S. \nShe is certified as a Women-Owned Business (WBENC) and Minority Business Enterprise (NMSDC). Bofta is also part of a select group of speakers who have earned the professional speaker designation by the National Speakers Association (NSA). In 2023\, she was nominated as the NMSDC Regional Supplier of the Year and also received the Women Enterprising Women of the Year award.
URL:https://wbecnydmv.org/event/2023-pitch-academy-wbec-metro-ny-greater-dmv/
CATEGORIES:WBEC Metro NY and Greater DMV Events
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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-2/2023-07-25/
CATEGORIES:WBEC Metro NY and Greater DMV Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230720T120000
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SUMMARY:Lunch With the Experts: Contracting with the Government
DESCRIPTION:Lunch with the Experts: Contracting with the Government\nThursday\, July 20\, 2023\n12:00pm–1:00pm ET\nI. Understand the Department of the Air Force (DAF) and what drives its decision-making process\nII. Operational imperatives\nIII. Performance metrics\nIV. Top 10 NAICS and PSC codes\nV. For the start-ups or those brand new to working with the DAF – initial steps you need to take \nRegister in advance for this meeting: \nhttps://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZwkc-utpjIoHNEOv32S8SIG0-Z7JUIKo5hW \nPresenter Info\n \nRonald Saville – Policy Chief Championing Small Businesses at the Pentagon\nIn October 2020\, Mr. Saville was promoted to Senior Procurement Analyst with Department of the Air Force Office of Small Business Programs (SAF/SB) where he is the Chief of Policy for USAF and USSF Small Business. His latest achievements were drafting Headquarters Air Force Mission Directive 1-30\, Director\, Small Business Programs and Department of the Air Force Policy Directive 90-18\, Small Business Programs\, obtaining for both the Secretary of the Air Force’s signature on the documents\, and managing their publication. His ongoing project is a rewrite of Air Force Instruction 90-1801\, Small Business Programs. \nMr. Saville started his Air Force civilian career as a COPPER CAP Outstanding Scholar intern in Contracting. During his four years on the program\, he worked in Depot Maintenance at Robins AFB\, GA. Of those years as an intern\, he spent two of them in Special Ops Contracting working on the Gunship team. He also earned two Master’s degrees\, one in Administration/Logistics Management and another in Logistics Systems. Upon graduating the COPPER CAP program\, he went to Hanscom AFB\, MA where he worked as a Contract Specialist on the U.S. team of the AWACS Contracting office. Later he would work on a large Foreign Military Sales (FMS) program\, before he was promoted to Contracting Officer (CO) with an unlimited warrant. He was the CO on an Interim Contractor Support effort for the Battle Control System Fixed program\, a major automated information system. The last effort he worked at Hanscom was the Three-Dimensional Expeditionary Long-Range Radar (3DELRR)\, a major defense acquisition program. Upon RFP release he was off to Air Command and Staff College where he received his third Master’s in Military Operational Art & Science. From there he went to the Air Force Nuclear Weapons Center (AFNWC) at Kirtland AFB\, NM where he worked a number of Advisory & Assistance Services (A&AS) and Systems efforts. In 2016\, after a little over 21 years of Air Force acquisition\, he became the Contracting Resource Manager and Subject Matter Expert for the Directorate\, as well as the Director of Small Business Programs. In 2019\, he was made the Center Small Business Director full-time. His duties also included work as the AFNWC Services Acquisition Lead supporting the Deputy Program Executive Officer (PEO) for Strategic Systems\, the Center Executive Director\, and the Commander. He worked in that position until moving to the Pentagon.
URL:https://wbecnydmv.org/event/lunch-with-the-experts-contracting-with-the-government/
CATEGORIES:Lunch with the Experts,WBEC Greater DMV Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230718T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230718T130000
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SUMMARY:Lunch With the Experts: Small Business Development & Financial Literacy
DESCRIPTION:Lunch with the Experts: Small Business Development & Financial Literacy\nTuesday\, July 18\, 2023\n12:00pm–1:00pm ET\nSmall Business Development Centers (SBDC) provide counseling and training to small businesses including working with the Small Business Association (SBA) to develop and provide informational tools to support business start-ups and existing business expansion. \nRegister in advance for this meeting: \nhttps://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZ0udeyhrzMpEtfRStJnHLwWvXaCJgi8NPgo \nPresenter Info\nCarl Brown is the State/Executive Director of the District of Columbia Small Business Development Center (DCSBDC) on the prestigious campus of Howard University. He has a wealth of small business development knowledge with over 25 years of experience. His subject matter expertise is in the following areas: human resources\, sales\, marketing\, procurement\, and government contracting. Additionally\, he is the host of the popular radio talk show “The Small Business Report” airing on Sirius XM Channel 141 every Thursday\, Friday\, and Tuesday. \nCarl has held executive positions in Telecommunications\, Consumer Goods\, and Transportation. His public sector experience includes Federal\, state\, and local government where he was a warranted contract officer. In recent years\, he was the executive producer of the popular television series “Emerging Business Report” as well as the on-air host of “Growing Pains – Taking Your Business to the Next Level.” Carl has been a guest on numerous radio and TV shows and interviewed by national media outlets including History Channel\, the television show “Food that built America\,” Wall Street Journal\, MSNBC.com\, news programs\, magazines\, and newspapers on economic development and small business issues. He holds a BA from Howard University and an MGA from University of Maryland University College. Carl is a Certified Contract Compliance Administrator and a Sherpa Executive Coach.
URL:https://wbecnydmv.org/event/lunch-with-the-experts-small-business-development-financial-literacy/
CATEGORIES:Lunch with the Experts,WBEC Greater DMV Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230713T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230713T130000
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SUMMARY:Lunch With the Experts: Cybersecurity for Small Business
DESCRIPTION:Lunch with the Experts: Cybersecurity for Small Business\nThursday\, July 13\, 2023\n12:00pm–1:00pm ET\nCybersecurity is vital for organizations of all sizes. Based on the latest Verizon Data Breach Incident Report\, small and medium-sized businesses experienced almost 700 confirmed security incidents and over 380 data breaches in 2022. Including direct and residual impacts\, the average cost of a breach was over $9M in the U.S. \nAttendees at this “Cybersecurity for Small Business” presentation will learn about industry-recognized best practices they can put in place to protect businesses\, assets\, and customers from cyberattacks. They will be provided with actionable next steps to improve their company’s security posture. They will have an opportunity to learn from and ask questions of a cybersecurity expert and practitioner with over 20 years in the field. \nRegister in advance for this meeting: \nhttps://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZMsc-2qrTojEtPGLLzEPRJcPPq0QSoAuXAD \nPresenter Info\nTina C. Williams-Koroma\, Esq.\, CISSP\, PMP\, is a serial entrepreneur – Founder/CEO of TCecure\, CySkills\, and CyDeploy. She is a Maryland-licensed attorney and possesses a BS in Computer Science\, an MS in Management\, and a JD. This cybersecurity expert started her career with large companies like Lockheed Martin and Unisys\, before transitioning to running her own small businesses. Tina sees entrepreneurship as a way to contribute to and nurture the community\, specifically by providing learning and experience opportunities to individuals who are underrepresented in the technology field. She has and continues to partner with local institutions and several boards including CAMI\, TEDCO\, UMBC\, and others.
URL:https://wbecnydmv.org/event/lunch-with-the-experts-cybersecurity-for-small-business/
CATEGORIES:Lunch with the Experts,WBEC Greater DMV Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230711T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230711T150000
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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/2023-07-11/
CATEGORIES:WBEC Metro NY and Greater DMV Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230711T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230711T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T185446
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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
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230706T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230706T130000
DTSTAMP:20260403T185446
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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
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230629T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230629T150000
DTSTAMP:20260403T185446
CREATED:20230601T141714Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230922T202418Z
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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
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230629T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230629T120000
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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
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230626T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230626T160000
DTSTAMP:20260403T185446
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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
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230621T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230621T140000
DTSTAMP:20260403T185446
CREATED:20230614T150529Z
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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
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230621T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230621T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T185446
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
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230616T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230616T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T185446
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
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230613T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230613T150000
DTSTAMP:20260403T185446
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
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230613T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230613T130000
DTSTAMP:20260403T185446
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
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230608T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230608T160000
DTSTAMP:20260403T185446
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
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230606T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230606T130000
DTSTAMP:20260403T185446
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
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230606T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230606T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T185446
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
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230523T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230523T150000
DTSTAMP:20260403T185446
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
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230523T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230523T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T185446
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
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230523T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230523T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T185446
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
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230518
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230519
DTSTAMP:20260403T185446
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
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230516T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230516T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T185446
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
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230511T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230511T160000
DTSTAMP:20260403T185446
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
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230511
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230512
DTSTAMP:20260403T185446
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
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230510T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230510T140000
DTSTAMP:20260403T185446
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
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230509T073000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230509T153000
DTSTAMP:20260403T185446
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
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230502T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230502T130000
DTSTAMP:20260403T185446
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
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