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SUMMARY:Why and How to Get Certified
DESCRIPTION:Why and How to Get Certified \nMarch 6th\, 2025 | 1pm 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-15/
CATEGORIES:WBEC Metro NY and Greater DMV Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250311T120000
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SUMMARY:Lunch With the Experts: Drive Growth with the Power of SEO & SEM
DESCRIPTION:Lunch with the Experts: Drive Growth with the Power of SEO & SEM\n \nTuesday\, March 11th 2025 \n12pm to 1pm EST | Virtual Session\nWant to drive more traffic\, leads\, and sales for your business? Understanding the power of SEO (Search Engine Optimization) and SEM (Search Engine Marketing) is key to staying ahead in today’s digital landscape. \nJoin us for this insightful webinar\, where we’ll break down how these two powerful strategies work together to increase your online visibility\, attract high-intent customers\, and boost your bottom line. You’ll learn: \nThe differences between SEO & SEM—and why you need both\nHow to optimize your website for long-term organic success\nEffective paid search tactics to maximize your ROI\nActionable steps to enhance your digital marketing strategy today \nDon’t miss this opportunity to take your business’s online presence to the next level.      \n \n \nKayla Lloyd is the Marketing Manager at BBG&G Integrated Marketing and has been with the company since 2017. \nFormed in 1997\, BBG&G is a full-service integrated marketing and digital firm serving a broad range of industries including healthcare\, tourism\, banking\, B2B\, B2C\, and education. They position companies as industry leaders to help them achieve business goals\, scale\, and accelerate growth. BBG&G is a Certified WBE (women-owned business entity)\, DBE (disadvantaged business entity)\, and WOSB (women-owned small business). \nWith over a decade of experience\, Kayla’s superpower is finding the best way to communicate any message to any audience. She spent the early years of her career helping emerging technology startups develop strategies and create thoughtful\, results-driven campaigns. She learned to translate the needs of business owners and founders to her team\, and she has honed this skill at BBG&G. Kayla believes that we should never stop learning or growing\, and she uses this motto to help her clients achieve their goals – and even exceed them. \nKayla holds her Bachelor of Arts Degree in Mass Communication from Manhattan College. Kayla is an active speaker for the New York State Tourism Industry Association (NYSTIA)\, regularly providing marketing insights to state-wide destination marketing organizations (DMOs). Her client work has received numerous industry awards\, including the Summit Marketing Effectiveness Awards\, the MarCom Awards\, the Hermes Creative Awards\, and the AVA Digital Awards. \nKayla lives in Walden\, NY with her loving husband\, two wonderful children\, and their cherished fur babies. She is a coffee connoisseur who enjoys binge-watching shows especially on a cozy\, rainy fall day. \nClick to register!\n  \n 
URL:https://wbecnydmv.org/event/lunch-with-the-experts-drive-growth-with-the-power-of-seo-sem/
CATEGORIES:Lunch with the Experts,WBEC Metro NY Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250312T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250312T160000
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SUMMARY:Metro NY Women MEAN Business Summit
DESCRIPTION:WBEC Metro NY is kicking off the year with an incredible opportunity to help you THRIVE in 2025! Mark your calendar and register now for our Q1 Women in Business Summit.\nThis full-day event promises an immersive experience packed with impactful networking\, strategic matchmaking\, and the perfect platform to showcase your business. Connect with industry leaders\, forge valuable partnerships\, and gain insights to drive your growth.\nBring your unstoppable spirit and get ready to take your business to the next level. Let’s make 2025 your year of success!\nClick to register!\n Contact LJoseph@wbecnydmv.org to explore current sponsorship opportunities.
URL:https://wbecnydmv.org/event/metro-ny-women-mean-business-summit/
CATEGORIES:WBEC Metro NY Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250318T120000
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SUMMARY:Lunch with the Experts: Access to Funding for Health and Biotech Founders
DESCRIPTION:  \nLunch with the Experts: Access to Funding for Health and Biotech Founders\nTuesday\, March 18th 2025\n12:00pm–1:00pm ET \nJoin us to discover key funding sources in the health and biotech sectors. This session will provide insights into assessing grant and investor readiness\, identifying the right funding opportunities\, and applying strategies to boost competitiveness. It will also highlight resources to improve access to funding. \n \nIdong Essiet-Gibson\, PhD\, Principal Owner of The Idyeas Group \nDr. Idong Essiet-Gibson\, Founding Principal of The Idyeas Group\, brings over 26 years of experience in healthcare and military service. She has led multimillion-dollar programs for BARDA (predecessor)\, CDC\, and NIH\, using her expertise in procurement\, project management\, and partnerships to scale health innovations. A certified PMP® and advocate for digital health solutions\, Dr. Essiet-Gibson holds a PhD in Public Health\, an MPH in International Health Policy\, and an MS in Technology Management. Dr. Idong Essiet-Gibson\, serves on the Greater Colesville Citizens Association Board and is a member of the Maryland Ready Reserve Corps. \n\nClick to register!
URL:https://wbecnydmv.org/event/lunch-with-the-experts-access-to-funding-for-health-and-biotech-founders/
CATEGORIES:Lunch with the Experts,WBEC Greater DMV Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250320T130000
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SUMMARY:I'm Certified\, Now What?
DESCRIPTION:Maximizing Your WBENC Certification\nMarch 20th\, 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-17/
CATEGORIES:WBEC Metro NY and Greater DMV Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250321T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250321T160000
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SUMMARY:Greater DMV Women MEAN Business Summit
DESCRIPTION:WBEC Greater DMV is kicking off the year with an incredible opportunity to help you THRIVE in 2025! Mark your calendar and register now for our Q1 Women in Business Summit.\nThis full-day event promises an immersive experience packed with impactful networking\, strategic matchmaking\, and the perfect platform to showcase your business. Connect with industry leaders\, forge valuable partnerships\, and gain insights to drive your growth.\nBring your unstoppable spirit and get ready to take your business to the next level. Let’s make 2025 your year of success!\nClick to register!\nContact LJoseph@wbecnydmv.org to explore current sponsorship opportunities.
URL:https://wbecnydmv.org/event/greater-dmv-women-mean-business-summit/
CATEGORIES:WBEC Greater DMV Events
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SUMMARY:WBEC NY DMV/JPMorgan Chase Coaching for Impact Informational Webinar
DESCRIPTION:WBEC NY DMV/JPMorgan Chase \nCoaching for Impact Informational Webinar\nWBEC Metro NY and Greater DMV is excited to collaborate with JPMorgan Chase to bring the Chase for Business Coaching For Impact Program to our WBEs in 2025. Register now for our March 25th informational webinar to learn how to become a part of this exciting program! \nPlease register to learn more about the Chase for Business Coaching for Impact program and how to work with a Chase Senior Business Consultant. This complimentary program is designed to meet entrepreneurs where they are in their business journey and help get them to their next level. \nPresented by Evena Sumra\, Senior Business Consultant\, VP\, JPMorgan Chase. \n \nRegister now!
URL:https://wbecnydmv.org/event/wbec-ny-dmv-jpmorgan-chase-coaching-for-impact-informational-webinar/
CATEGORIES:Partner Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250327T083000
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SUMMARY:The Art of Being a Modern Latina
DESCRIPTION:The Art of Being a Modern Latina
URL:https://wbecnydmv.org/event/the-art-of-being-a-modern-latina/
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