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SUMMARY:2025 Upstate New York Supplier Diversity Summit
DESCRIPTION:The Upstate New York Supplier Diversity 2025 Summit presents an exclusive opportunity for diverse-owned and/or small businesses to engage in insightful discussions\, network\, and explore business opportunities to support a more equitable economic business environment in Upstate New York and beyond. \nClick to register!
URL:https://wbecnydmv.org/event/2025-upstate-new-york-supplier-diversity-summit/
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SUMMARY:Why and How to Get Certified
DESCRIPTION:Why and How to Get Certified \nJanuary 16th\, 2024 | 10am EST | Virtual Session\n  \nIf you’re a 51% women-owned or operated company\, you’re just a few steps away from becoming a WBENC-Certified women’s business enterprise (WBE)! \nAt WBEC Metro NY & Greater DMV\, fueling local economic growth through the empowerment of women business owners is our primary mission. We provide WBENC certification—the gold standard in diversity certification—at the regional level and serve as an advocate for certified women-owned businesses by providing our WBEs with resources\, programming\, network opportunities\, and recognition. \nDo you want access to supplier diversity and procurement opportunities\, networking events with like-minded women entrepreneurs\, leadership development programs\, and exclusive resources to grow and scale your business? \nJoin us for a 1-hour webinar and learn why the benefits of Certification go far beyond a Certification seal and the steps you can take to start your Certification process right away. \nIn this session\, you will gain a comprehensive understanding of WBENC Certification\, including its benefits\, eligibility criteria\, the application process\, and local opportunities within your region and the larger ecosystem. \nYou’ll also have the opportunity to address your specific questions with our WBEC Metro NY and Greater DMV staff. \nReserve your spot today! \nClick here to register.\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-and-how-to-get-certified-13/
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SUMMARY:I'm Certified\, Now What?
DESCRIPTION:Maximizing Your WBENC Certification\nJanuary 16th\, 2025 | 1pm to 2pm EST | Virtual Session\n  \nWBENC Certification can be an amazing tool to help open doors and uncover business opportunities to take you from where you are to where you want to be. To fully unlock the extensive benefits of the WBENC network\, we highly encourage you to take advantage of the opportunities and resources available to you – both locally and nationally. Attend this session to learn more about the core components of our network and the steps you can take today to make the most out of your certification. Participation is recommended for all newly certified and recertified WBEs\, as well as WBEs who wants to stay up to date on what’s happening in the network. \nAfter registering\, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting. \nReserve your spot today!\nClick here to register.
URL:https://wbecnydmv.org/event/wbec-metro-ny-and-greater-dmv-im-certified-now-what-15/
CATEGORIES:WBEC Metro NY and Greater DMV Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250121T120000
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SUMMARY:Lunch with the Experts: Founder Finance Business Models\, Pricing and Paying Yourself
DESCRIPTION:  \nLunch with the Experts: Founder Finance Business Models\, Pricing and Paying Yourself\nTuesday\, January 21st 2025\n12:00pm–1:00pm ET \n \n  \nThis program offers attendees a CFO-level evaluation of their business\, providing essential tools to refine financial and operational strategies. Participants will analyze their business models to ensure alignment with their services\, exploring the effectiveness of approaches like subscription models\, ad-based revenue\, or flat-rate pricing. A key focus is on pricing strategies\, addressing how to avoid underpricing—an issue often faced by female founders—and setting prices that reflect the true value of their offerings to drive profitability. \nThe program also emphasizes founder compensation\, guiding participants on how to establish a sustainable salary or draw that balances personal and business finances. This ensures personal financial stability without impacting cash flow critical for business growth\, especially during the early stages. \nBy the end of the program\, attendees will have an improved understanding of their business’s financial health and actionable strategies to align personal goals with company growth\, fostering long-term success.Lori Atwood\, CFP®\, founder of Atwood Financial Planning and Fearless Finance\, is committed to helping individuals and businesses achieve financial well-being. Her firm specializes in providing CFO-level financial insights for small businesses\, including business model analysis\, pricing strategies\, and salary planning for founders. \n \nLori Atwood\, CEO and Founder Atwood Financial Planning\, LLC \nLori Atwood\, CFP®\, founder of Atwood Financial Planning and Fearless Finance\, is committed to helping individuals and businesses achieve financial well-being. Her firm specializes in providing CFO-level financial insights for small businesses\, including business model analysis\, pricing strategies\, and salary planning for founders. With nearly 25 years of experience\, Lori’s career spans telecom investment banking in Europe\, serving as CFO for a start-up acquired by a public company\, and managing institutional and personal investment portfolios. She has also consulted for funding institutions to evaluate small businesses for potential investments. Lori holds a degree from the University of Pennsylvania and a Master’s from Georgetown University. \n  \nClick to register!
URL:https://wbecnydmv.org/event/lunch-with-the-experts-founder-finance-business-models-pricing-and-paying-yourself/
CATEGORIES:Lunch with the Experts,WBEC Greater DMV Events
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SUMMARY:Jump Start Your Business
DESCRIPTION:Step into Success at the Annual Government Procurement Seminar! \n \nDon’t miss out on the invaluable opportunity to participate in the transformative Annual Government Procurement Seminar\, held every January. This premier event sets the stage for entrepreneurs to directly engage with top government contractors and key officials from OSDBU\, SBA\, Department of Treasury\, Army\, NAVY\, WSSC\, and more. Delve into intensive one-on-one sessions and specialized strategy discussions that could dramatically enhance your business’s potential in securing government contracts. \nClick to register!
URL:https://wbecnydmv.org/event/jump-start-your-business/
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