WBEC Greater DMV

Have you been considering WBENC Certification but been too busy to look into it properly? This opportunity is for you! ?????? Our next webinar on why and how to get certified is on NEXT THURSDAY, April 3rd. Find out all you need to know in one session and walk away ready for this next step so that you can benefit from being a part of this expanding community of like-minded WBEs - including procurement, programming, and networking opportunities. Don't put it off any longer! Register now. ?? bit.ly/3WXliBM #WomenOwnedBusiness #WomenOwned #WBENCCertified

?? Opportunity Alert: Registration is now OPEN for the New York Power Authority's 2025 Supplier Diversity Expo, happening on Thursday, May 8 in Tarrytown! ? This FREE event aims to empower businesses owned by minorities, women, and service-disabled veterans, to unveil how to grow their business through a day filled with networking, workshops, learning about procurement opportunities and more. Register here: https://bit.ly/4hjRsib #NYPASupplierDiversityExpo #Procurement #WomenInBusinessNY

??If you haven't booked to attend the WBENC National Conference yet, this is your sign: ?? Exhibitor Early Bird registration ends APRIL 1 ?? and all attendees are encouraged to register early to be sure they won't miss: ?? Expo with women-owned and small business entrepreneurs and corporations ?? Powerful Meet & Greets to expand your network ?? Dynamic programming & inspiring speakers ?? The Collegiate Accelerator Pitch Competition, RPO meetups, Women Owned Demo Stations and Pop Up shops & more! Don't miss your chance to grab a ticket at a discounted rate! Book your hotel & register now. ???? bit.ly/49gIuPa #WBENCConf #WomenInBusiness #WomenOwned

??Opportunity Alert: Unlock new business opportunities with Statewide Hispanic Chamber of Commerce of NJ's Small Business Bonding Readiness Assistance Program! ?? This FREE virtual training helps small, minority, women & veteran-owned businesses master bonding, insurance, finance, and compliance—giving you the tools to grow and compete and top tips from industry experts. ?? April 9 - May 21, 2025 ?? 6:00 PM - 7:30 PM ???? Virtual ??? Bilingual (English & Spanish) Scan the QR code or contact Daniela Velez at [email protected] for more info! Register here ?? https://bit.ly/4iAM4bG

Great turnout last week in NYC and we're looking forward to another great event on Friday. Hope you can join us! #DMVareaWBEs

?? Breaking News! We are thrilled to announce a new addition to the upcoming WBEC Greater DMV #WomenMEANBusiness Summit: "Doing Business with MGM National Harbor"! ?? Get ready for an inspiring day this Friday, March 21, featuring insights from these incredible leaders: ?? ?? Deborah Robinson, Procurement Manager, MGM National Harbor ?? Angela Dingle, President, Women Impacting Public Policy (WIPP) ?? Tarrance Frierson, Senior Vice President, Women’s Business Enterprise National Council (WBENC) ?? Kristina Bouweiri, President & CEO, Reston Limousine ?? LaVonia Smith-Carter, Strategic Sourcing Partner, MGM National Harbor ?? Lois Gamerman, CEO and President, Soft Stuff Distributors ?? Carolyn E. Howell, President & CEO, EVENTS USA ?? Kimberly A., Director, Supplier Diversity, AARP ?? Tobias Thornwell, CPSM, C.P.M., Regional Director of Global Business Diversity, MGM Resorts International Our incredible speakers will dive into essential topics like leveraging technological advancements, fostering resilient partnerships, balancing innovation with risk, and mental wellness. Don't miss this opportunity! Register here ?? bit.ly/4jVyBwb (A few exhibitor tables are still available!??)

??Opportunity Alert: Women's Business Enterprise Center East (WBEC East) has kindly invited WBEC-DMV’s WBEs to a day of procurement networking just over the state border at their Women's Entrepreneurship Conference and Meet & Greet! A 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. ??@Lincoln University, PA (one of America’s oldest HBCUs) ??? April 3, 2025, 9:30am – 2pm ??Lunch included Learn more about the event and speakers here! ?? https://bit.ly/3XLT3pT

?? JUST A FEW DAYS AWAY! ?? The countdown begins for the Women MEAN Business Summit on March 21 at MGM National Harbor! ?? This full-day event is packed with opportunities for impactful networking, strategic matchmaking, and showcasing your business. Ready to connect, network, and SELL to fellow WBEs and corporate members? ???? Don’t miss out! ? Register today ???? bit.ly/4jVyBwb (A few exhibitor tables are still available!??) #WomenOwned #WomenOwnedBusiness #WomenInBusinessDMV

"I used to think 'sustainable' was solely about the environment, but this program gave me an entirely new vocabulary and understanding." Did you know that sustainability is becoming a business imperative for corporate partners? Large corporations are increasingly asking their suppliers to help them live their values, create a positive impact through their supply chain, and help them meet ambitious sustainability goals. Our Sustainability Accelerator program is designed to help small to mid-size Certified WBEs understand the basics of sustainability, and how to apply them to your own businesses. Find out more and be a part of this year's cohort this April! ???? https://bit.ly/49cIT5n #SustainabilityAccelerator #WomenInBusiness #ESG

Exhibitor packages & hotel reservations are now open for the WBENC National Conference, happening from June 23-26 in New Orleans! ?? Get ready for some serious networking, business development, celebrations, and more. ?? You don't want to miss this! Purchase your?exhibitor package by April 1 for exclusive early bird pricing. ???? https://bit.ly/3SJXShX Or register by May 1 to save on your general attendee ticket. ???? bit.ly/49gIuPa #WBENCConf #WomenInBusiness #WomenOwned