WBENC

Ready to grow? Let’s get you capital ready! Join WBENC LIFT in the Community brought to you by Fifth Third Bank on Monday, August 26th from 3:30-5:00 pm for an in-person, pre-conference education and funding session in Cincinnati, OH. There is no cost to attend, and ALL are welcome! Hear from leading capital providers about what to consider before choosing a funding source. Discover ways to strengthen your relationships with bankers and financial experts and learn how to make informed and confident financial decisions when funding your business! Then join us for the 2024 WBEC ORV Catch the Wave conference networking and opening reception later that evening. Register today! https://lnkd.in/eaankCee #WBENC #WBENCnetwork #WBE #WBECORV #fifththirdbank

Applications are NOW OPEN for WBENC Executive Education programs: WeTHRIVE Digital and WeAMPLIFY! As you considering which of these amazing, game-changing programs are best for you? WeTHRIVE Digital, brought to you by Google, is a virtual program designed to elevate WBEs understanding of the importance of innovation in business, with a specific focus on digital transformations and building a strong digital presence through effective online marketing strategies. WeAMPLIFY, facilitated by Diverse & Engaged, will help to address the unique business challenges faced by women solopreneurs, particularly those working and collaborating with other women business owners. While both of these powerful Executive Education Programs may ultimately be part of your CEO development journey, please know that you can only participate in one cohort at a time. WBENC Executive Education Programs are for WBENC-Certified WBEs only, part of the many resources and opportunities WBEs have access to through the WBENC network. Apply today! WeTHRIVE Digital: Applications close Sept. 4th, 2024 https://lnkd.in/dgQjJZbb WeAMPLIFY: Applications close Sept. 5th, 2024 https://lnkd.in/eumtZQTP

Join us TOMORROW August 20th to hear from a panel of successful CEOs as they share their expert cash flow strategies. In this engaging and informative session, you’ll gain valuable insights into how these trailblazing entrepreneurs navigated the complexities of cash flow management to sustain and grow their businesses. This panel discussion will provide you with practical tips and real-world examples of how to maintain a steady cash flow, manage financial risks, and position your business for long-term success. Register now: https://lnkd.in/eNrnKZvN

Understand the behavior, preferences, and needs of your customers so you can make more strategic decisions that can help drive growth for your business. Join Curated Coaching for Entrepreneurs at chase.com/coaching for a small group coaching session. You’ll learn (with up to two other business owners) how to attract and retain customers to drive sales. Register today! chase.com/coaching

Applications are NOW OPEN for the 2024 WBENC Energy Executive Program! The WBENC Energy Executive Program is a highly interactive and immersive executive education experience focused on driving development of Women’s Business Enterprise (WBE) leaders within the Energy Industry. • Gain a deeper understanding of all segments of the Energy Industry. • Engage with Top Corporate members in the Energy Industry. • Build relationships with other WBEs in Energy. • Explore the Energy Transition and how business is changing as a result. • Learn how to impact Energy Corporations’ customers. Apply by August 23! https://lnkd.in/egsXAhDC

Ready to grow? Let’s get you capital ready! Join WBENC LIFT in the Community brought to you by Fifth Third Bank on Monday, August 26th from 3:30-5:00 pm for an in-person, pre-conference education and funding session in Cincinnati, OH. There is no cost to attend, and ALL are welcome! Hear from leading capital providers about what to consider before choosing a funding source. Discover ways to strengthen your relationships with bankers and financial experts and learn how to make informed and confident financial decisions when funding your business! Then join us for the 2024 WBEC ORV Catch the Wave conference networking and opening reception later that evening. Register today! https://lnkd.in/eaankCee #WBENC #WBENCnetwork #WBE #WBECORV #fifththirdbank

On August 20th, hear from a panel of successful CEOs as they share their expert cash flow strategies. In this engaging and informative session, you’ll gain valuable insights into how these trailblazing entrepreneurs navigated the complexities of cash flow management to sustain and grow their businesses. This panel discussion will provide you with practical tips and real-world examples of how to maintain a steady cash flow, manage financial risks, and position your business for long-term success. Register now: https://lnkd.in/eNrnKZvN

Meet our 2024 WBE Star, Michele Adams, President and CEO of Levy Recognition, with the Women’s Business Enterprise Council Florida (WBEC Florida) Regional Partner Organization. For more than 40 years, she has been providing her clients with employee engagement and recognition solutions. She works with companies to reshape their workplace cultures and implement engaging programming that creates productive, healthy work environments. Access full article: https://lnkd.in/eZPRGizy

Congrats to Kelly Kolar, President and Founder Kolar Design, for her first place win at the 8th Annual Fifth Third Supplier Diversity Summit Pitch Competition! Pictured from left to right: Carla Cobb (Fifth Third), Kelly Kolar (Kolar Design), Pam Eason (WBENC), Stephanie A. Smith (Fifth Third). #womenowned #womeninbusiness #WBENC #wbe #fifththirdbank #kolardesign

Indirect suppliers will not want to miss this session! Join Target TOMORROW August 7th, 2:00 – 4:00 PM ET for the “Introduction to Indirect Categories” session where WBEs will gain knowledge of working with retailers and Target beyond the products on shelf. Plus, gain insights on the categories that help Target run their stores, headquarters, distribution centers and everything in between. Hear from key Target players and get a peek behind the curtain. Register now: https://lnkd.in/eVGjcTJb Women Owned in Retail is an education and outreach program designed to help women-owned businesses with consumer goods scale and thrive in the retail space. This program is open to ALL women-owned businesses with consumer products. You do not need to be certified by WBENC to attend Women Owned in Retail events.