WBEC Greater DMV

Coming at you LIVE from the @WBENC National Conference in Denver ✈️ We represent 2,700+ women-owned businesses with billions in deals that support the world-class economies of the New York & the DMV region We're here to connect with allies from all over the country #Wbencconf

Today we're gathering with our partners, alliance partners. WBEs, and sponsors from @AARP @MassMutual @CapitalOne @WellsFargo and more. Together we're fueling the DMV economy through #WomenOwned businesses #BuyWomenOwned #AgilityWBECDMV #SupplierDiversity

None of this would be possible without the support of our corporate sponsors, including event sponsors @AARP, @AmpcusInc, @CapitalOne , @MassMutual, @dominionenergy, @pepsico, @bankofamerica @bristolmyerssquibb @conedison, @jpmorganchase, @Mars @Organon, @wellsfargo ✨#WomenOwned

Here's what we're celebrating: ✨1000+ WBEs in the network ✨211+ new ✨$8 billion in aggregate revenue ✨Employing 56,000+ people ✨Averaging 15 years in business ✨57% are WOSB certified ✨50% minority ✨Done Deals: $151 million total spend

Women in and outside of our network are increasingly taking the reins amid economic and industry uncertainty—and we’re succeeding. Revenues, confidence and anticipated expansions are up. So tonight, we're celebrating. #WBECGreaterDMVAgility

In both New York and the DMV, where the Hispanic population continues to expand, so too does Hispanic women’s entrepreneurship. That’s why during #HispanicHeritageMonth and every month, we support #Hispanic women-owned businesses through programming and outreach ✨ #LatinaOwned

Ten finalists are competing today in the WBEC Greater DMV Live Pitch Competition. They were selected for masterfully showcasing their pitches, kindling curiosity, and fueling inspiration ✔️✔️✔️ @WBENCLive ✨Tune in to watch LIVE: bit.ly/3QD6JRy

Kerryann Cook of The Cook Group recently received recognition from @wbecny and @wbecdmv as part of a special selection of seven of their network’s LGBTQ2SIA+ women business owners and their companies. wbecnydmv.org/pride-month/

Being an advocate for #WomenOwned businesses means supporting all types of women in their entrepreneurial ventures🌈 Meet some of our network’s #LGBTQ2SIA+ women business owners and their companies, like @KaitlynBarclay of @scoutlabco this #PrideMonth: bit.ly/3pdZsw4

#WomenOwned CEOs Nancy Geenen & Betsy Cerulo are proactive in building an #LGBTQ2SIA+-friendly workforce—and in lending their insight to other companies. 5️⃣ ways you can foster an inclusive workplace culture #PrideMonth: bit.ly/3pdZsw4

Thrilled to spend time with @iamwesmoore as he speaks today at @PressClubDC #headliners luncheon. As a MD business owner, I’m a fan of his work to make the path easier for small biz owners. #WomenInBusiness @WBECDMV @WBECEast @CRMSDC

👉🏾Women of color are starting businesses at 4.5X the rate of the overall population 👉🏾Black women are the fastest-growing group of entrepreneurs in the U.S. And yet, less than one percent of all venture capital goes to women of color. That's why we're here. #WomenOwned

Do you want to know how to increase employee #retention by 82%? You're invited to Lunch with the Experts! Hiring isn't easy so make sure you know how to retain those hires! Join Khristie Andrus as she talks about the 3 As of #Onboarding. See you there ➞ bit.ly/Register_3_As_…

Yolonda Higdon founded @HH_Logistics a decade ago. Now, her mission is to build her own business and empower other women who dream of becoming a CEO to also achieve their ambition. Listen to more on @iheartmediaofficial's "CEOs you Should Know" podcast ⚡ ihr.fm/3AqKpRK

#WomenOwned businesses are the fastest-growing segment of the small business community: that’s why this #SmallBusinessMonth, we’re launching the Speakers’ Bureau. It's our new way to amplify that value. ✨Sign up here: bit.ly/WBECNYDMVSpeak…

#WomenOwned businesses are the fastest-growing segment of the small business community: that’s why this #SmallBusinessMonth, we’re launching the Speakers’ Bureau. It's our new way to amplify that value. ✨Sign up here: bit.ly/WBECNYDMVSpeak…

Five tips to supercharge your business's growth with accounting: fal.cn/3xvwk 📸 Firmbee (Pixabay) #WomenPresidentsOrganization #womenpresidents #businessadvice

To honor #WomensHistoryMonth, browse the businesses in our network that were established before women had the right to: ▪️own property (1850) ▪️open a bank account (1960) ▪️start a business w/o male consent (1988) ▪️& before our network was formed (1999) bit.ly/3FUrzpg

#OpportunityAlert: @IVMFSyracuseU's V-Wise program is designed to empower women #veterans and military spouses/partners to find their passion and learn the business savvy skills necessary to turn an idea or start-up into a growing venture. Apply here⚡ bit.ly/3mi0Qw6