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SUMMARY:Women’s Entrepreneurship Conference + Meet & Greets
DESCRIPTION:WBEC-East cordially invites all WBEs within WBEC-DMV’s region for a day of procurement networking at one of America’s oldest HBCUs. \nWomen’s Entrepreneurship Conference + Meet & Greets \nLincoln University\, PA \nApril 3\, 2025\, 9:30am – 2pm \nLearn more about the event and speakers \nBusiness owner/employee registration \nOnly $39 per person. Lunch is included. \nFeaturing Meet & Greets! \nA Meet & Greet is like speed dating between business owners and corporate/government representatives. During each 15-minute round\, you’ll get to pitch your company alongside a small group of other WBEs\, swap business cards\, and ask questions of the procurement representative. When you hear the bell\, it’s time to find a new corporate rep to meet! It’s a fast and easy way to get a bunch of those coveted introductions\, while also meeting other WBEs. \nPlease email Colleen LaCoss with any questions: clacoss@wbeceast.com \nWe hope to see you there!
URL:https://wbecnydmv.org/event/womens-entrepreneurship-conference-meet-greets/
CATEGORIES:Partner Event
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SUMMARY:Why and How to Get Certified
DESCRIPTION:Why and How to Get Certified \nApril 3rd\, 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-16/
CATEGORIES:WBEC Metro NY and Greater DMV Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250408T130000
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SUMMARY:Sustainability Accelerator Module 1 Workshop 1
DESCRIPTION:Sustainability Accelerator\nModule 1 — Creating Your Sustainability Roadmap\nWorkshop 1 – What to Know\n   \n \n\nApril 8th\, 2025 | 1pm to 3pm EST | Virtual \nSustainability is a business imperative for corporate partners. \nCome join WBEC Metro NY and Greater DMV and program partners\, The Fehlig Group\, for the 2025 Sustainability Accelerator\, an accessible and actionable program to help you understand the basics and application of sustainability. \nConsisting of three modules running over nine months\, it includes four interactive Sessions and six optional drop-in clinics per module to provide expert advice on the unique needs of your business as you embed sustainability into your operation. \nMODULE ONE: CREATING YOUR SUSTAINABILITY ROADMAP  \nUnderstand the environmental\, social and economic basics of sustainability\, and the language that speaks to your contribution to corporate partners’ value chains. \nDiscover the value of sustainability from the perspective of a respected stakeholder/customer. \nLearn how to implement measurable sustainability actions and start embedding them in the business (via a guided action plan). \nCreate a plan that articulates your business’ commitments\, actions and impact. \nIn Module 1: Session 1 – What to Know\, you will learn the basics of sustainability\, your responsibility and your potential impact. \nTo get the complete program experience\, it is strongly recommended that you attend all sessions of  Module 1. See more information here: Sustainability Accelerator | WBEC NY & DMV (wbecnydmv.org) \nClick to register!
URL:https://wbecnydmv.org/event/sustainability-accelerator-module-1-workshop-1-2/
CATEGORIES:WBEC Metro NY and Greater DMV Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250408T173000
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SUMMARY:Contracting Opportunities in Westchester County
DESCRIPTION:The Mount Vernon Industrial Development Agency will host an exclusive to NYS registered construction trades (i.e. electricians\, plumbers\, general contractors\, etc.) “Build Your Future: Connect for Contract Opportunities” information session located in Westchester County municipalities unlock new opportunities to participate in upcoming residential and commercial development projects in Mount Vernon. \nLicensed construction trade firms will learn to: \n\nRegister with the City of Mount Vernon for participation in upcoming development projects;\nHow to become a certified vendor with Con Edison;\nNavigate the process of obtaining Minority or Women-Owned Business Enterprise (“MWBE”) certification;\nMentorship opportunities as a small business with the MTA\n\n \nRSVP TO ATTEND
URL:https://wbecnydmv.org/event/doing-business-in-westchester/
LOCATION:El Patio Restaurant\, 159 Gramatan Avenue\, Mount Vernon\, NY\, 11550\, United States
CATEGORIES:Partner Event
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SUMMARY:I'm Certified\, Now What?
DESCRIPTION:Maximizing Your WBENC Certification\nApril 17th\, 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-18/
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SUMMARY:AICC Gala Night
DESCRIPTION:Register Now!
URL:https://wbecnydmv.org/event/aicc-gala-night/
CATEGORIES:Partner Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250424T180000
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SUMMARY:The Washington Mystics present: Wine & Basketball
DESCRIPTION:Register Now!
URL:https://wbecnydmv.org/event/the-washington-mystics-present-wine-basketball/
CATEGORIES:Partner Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250426T103000
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CREATED:20250410T153309Z
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SUMMARY:How To Create A Scroll-Stopping Presence on LinkedIn
DESCRIPTION:Click here for more information!
URL:https://wbecnydmv.org/event/how-to-create-a-scroll-stopping-presence-on-linkedin/
CATEGORIES:Partner Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250429T130000
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DTSTAMP:20260421T042012
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SUMMARY:Sustainability Accelerator Module 1 Workshop 2
DESCRIPTION:Sustainability Accelerator\nModule 1 — Creating Your Sustainability Roadmap\nWorkshop 2 – What to Do\n\n\n\n \n\nApril 29th\, 2025 | 1pm to 3pm EST | Virtual \nSustainability is a business imperative for corporate partners. \nCome join WBEC Metro NY and Greater DMV and program partners\, The Fehlig Group\, for the 2024 Sustainability Accelerator\, an accessible and actionable program to help you understand the basics and application of sustainability. \nConsisting of three modules running over nine months\, it includes four interactive Sessions and six optional drop-in clinics per module to provide expert advice on the unique needs of your business as you embed sustainability into your operation. \nModule One: Creating Your Sustainability Roadmap  \nUnderstand the environmental\, social and economic basics of sustainability\, and the language that speaks to your contribution to corporate partners’ value chains. \nDiscover the value of sustainability from the perspective of a respected stakeholder/customer. \nLearn how to implement measurable sustainability actions and start embedding them in the business (via a guided action plan). \nCreate a plan that articulates your business’ commitments\, actions and impact. \nIn Module 1: Session 2 – What to Do\, you will understand sustainability from the perspective of a valuable stakeholder/customer. \nTo get the complete program experience\, it is strongly recommended that you attend all sessions of Module 1. See more information here: Sustainability Accelerator | WBEC NY & DMV (wbecnydmv.org) \nClick to register!
URL:https://wbecnydmv.org/event/sustainability-accelerator-module-1-workshop-2-2/
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