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Since the beginning, WBCS has been committed to facilitating and strengthening business opportunities between women-owned businesses, corporate America and the government.
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Stories of Resilience from our WBE and Corporate Members
For nearly the last two years, our women-owned businesses have been put to the ultimate test of resilience during an unprecedented time in history. We want to acknowledge their perseverance as well as that of the corporations who support our members and have given back to the local community. We have highlighted below a few WBEs and corporations as representations of the type of resilience and exceptionalism that we have seen throughout our membership. [WBE] Jenica Oliver, Founder and CMO at Blueprint Marketing Group, During the pandemic, Jenica used the extra free time to get her business
NextGen Mixer
This virtual mixer is a free-to-attend, come-and-go, open networking format. It's a time for Millennials, Gen X and Gen Z professionals, and women entrepreneurs to connect and share successes.
Bring business to your door with National Certification
WBCS administers Women’s Business Enterprise certification through the Women’s Business Enterprise National Council (WBENC),
the most widely recognized and respected women’s certification in the United States.
WBCS assists corporations with procurement and supplier diversity initiatives by validating that an organization, or supplier, is owned, operated, and controlled by at least 51% women.
Join the next Certification Webinar
View an informational overview on Women's Business Enterprise (WBE) national certification at any time from your own computer. This brief, recorded webinar will walk you through the benefits of certification and how to get started in the process. You'll also learn about the educational and networking opportunities available from the Women's Business Council — Southwest.
There’s always something happening at our Upcoming Events
NextGen Mixer
This virtual mixer is a free-to-attend, come-and-go, open networking format. It's a time for Millennials, Gen X and Gen Z professionals, and women entrepreneurs to connect and share successes.
Online
Regional Business Mixer
This virtual mixer is a free-to-attend, come-and-go, open networking format. Open to all, it's a time to build relationships with fellow women-owned businesses and advocates.
Online
I'm Certified, Now What?
You have your WBE certification, but what happens next? Join our monthly live webinar to learn how to put your certification to work! This is ideal for WBEs certified in the last year.
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Power of Partnering Event Roundup 11-22-21
Help us support our community and regional partners - check out these upcoming events for women business owners and entrepreneurs within the WBCS Region.
WBCS Champion Circle Gold Sponsor Feature - ConocoPhillips
The Women’s Business Council – Southwest works hard to provide valuable programming to connect our women-owned businesses with opportunities to grow their businesses. This is something we can’t do without the support of our sponsors. Over the next few months, we will highlight our Champion Circle Gold Sponsors, and bring you some information about their supplier diversity programs.
WBCS Champion Circle Gold Sponsor Feature - Lockheed Martin
The Women’s Business Council – Southwest works hard to provide valuable programming to connect our women-owned businesses with opportunities to grow their businesses. This is something we can’t do without the support of our sponsors. Over the next few months, we will highlight our Champion Circle Gold Sponsors, and bring you some information about their supplier diversity programs.
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"The best business decision that I ever made was joining WBCS. My company has grown because of my WBENC certification and the wonderful networking and educational programs that the WBCS provides to women business owners."
Techway Services
Cathi Coan, President
Thank you to our 2021 Champion Circle Sponsors! These Corporate and WBE Members have stepped up their support for our 2021 programming and events!