Connections to Contracts registration is now open! Join us on April 20 & 21 for our signature procurement event. Click here for more information.
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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Introducing Celanese and our Connections to Contracts Keynote Speaker, Lori Ryerkerk
Join us on April 20-21 for Connections to Contracts, a procurement-focused event connecting Women Business Enterprises (WBEs) with corporations and each other.
Austin Women-Owned Wednesdays
These are an educational offering featuring networking and a keynote presentation focused on a business topic relevant to the Austin community. There are 10 luncheons in 2021, held January through October, typically on the fourth Wednesday of the month.
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.
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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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Table Topics - Virtual: Follow Up Sales Strategies
If follow up is a hard, heavy "to do", then the Follow Up Sales Strategies presentation is for you. You'll learn that follow up is merely a matter of having effective habits and good systems in place. Improving your follow up skills will help you get more clients and close more sales!
Online
Table Topics - Virtual: The Power of Market Research
Market research is a powerful tool for understanding and satisfying your most valuable customers. This presentation will outline ways to use the information you already have and provide tips to gain insights without breaking the bank.
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Thank You to All Who Participated in Our 2020 Spend Survey!
This annual survey helps us helps us to measure our success and provides valuable insights as to who is spending with WBEs and promoting supplier diversity.
Power of Partnering Event Roundup 4-12-21
Help us support our community and regional partners - check out these upcoming events for women business owners and entrepreneurs within the WBCS Region.
Introducing Celanese and our Connections to Contracts Keynote Speaker, Lori Ryerkerk
Join us on April 20-21 for Connections to Contracts, a procurement-focused event connecting Women Business Enterprises (WBEs) with corporations and each other.
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Thank you to our 2021 Champion Circle Sponsors! These Corporate and WBE Members have stepped up their support for our 2021 programming and events!