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SUMMARY:2026 WeTHRIVE: Rise\, Grow & Thrive
DESCRIPTION:Title Sponsor: Cushman & Wakefield \nSession Sponsor: MassMutual \nApply by Noon ET on March 4\, 2026!\nApply Today \nWeTHRIVE is an all-virtual WBENC Executive Education Program providing business development fundamentals\, meeting small and midsize business owners where they are today and positioning them to grow and thrive in today’s economy. \nWeTHRIVE provides learning in Leadership & Communication\, Financial Management\, Business Strategy\, Operations & Human Resources\, and Digital Marketing. Each program session is led by a subject matter expert or WBENC Corporate Member providing participants with well-rounded perspectives on critical aspects of business. \n \n  \n\nWhy Participate\nIf you are a business owner certified through WBENC\, or a member of a WBENC partner organization\, the WeTHRIVE Executive Education Program is designed to support you today and position your company for future growth and success. Graduates of the program rave about the knowledge and insights that they gain in WeTHRIVE. It’s an essential program for all business owners looking to achieve long-term business success. \nThrough our network of business leaders and industry experts\, WeTHRIVE will help you: \n\nEvaluate the sustainability of your business.\nBuild the capabilities needed to operate and grow a business in a shifting economy.\nEngage with peers to share solutions to critical business issues.\nBuild a community of SMBs that will support growth into the future.\n\nWeTHRIVE is the launchpad for business owners into WBENC Executive Education Programs. \n\nSchedule\nProgram Dates:\n\nTuesday\, March 10\, 12:00 PM – 1:30 PM ET – Program Kickoff and Peer Group 1\nTuesdays\, 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM ET – RISE Track\nTuesdays\, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM ET – GROW Track\nThursdays\, 12:00 PM – 2:00 PM ET – All Tracks\n2 Fridays\, 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM ET – Peer Groups\nTuesday\, May 12\, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM ET – Cohort Graduation\n2026 WBENC National Conference Session (More details coming soon!)\n\n\nWho Should Apply\nWBENC-Certified businesses and entrepreneurs from WBENC partner organizations are encouraged to apply. Participants in all phases of business who want to position their business to grow and thrive for the future will benefit from this WBENC Executive Education Program. \nIn order to meet completion requirements\, participants will need to attend and complete all assigned courses. \nNote: WeTHRIVE is a dedicated environment for business owners. Since it is a virtual program\, other approved executives may join the program sessions with you\, but the business owner must always attend the sessions. \nFor more information about this program\, please visit WeTHRIVE.
URL:https://www.wbenc.org/calendar/2026-wethrive-rise-grow-thrive/
CATEGORIES:Executive Education Program
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SUMMARY:WBEC ORV | Maximizing Your WBENC Certification
DESCRIPTION:Workshop Description \n\n\n\nWhether you’re a newly certified business or looking to maximize the benefits of your WBE certification\, our upcoming webinar is designed for you. Join our workshop\, “Maximizing Your WBENC Certification\,” where you’ll gain the knowledge and tools to harness the full potential of your certification. \n\n\n\n\n\n\nWorkshop Highlights \n\n\n\nLeveraging WBENC Resources: \n\nExplore the array of resources\, support\, and networking opportunities available to WBENC-certified WBEs.\nLearn how to access and maximize these resources to support your growth.\n\nSupplier Diversity Insights:   \n\nUnderstand the importance of supplier diversity\, both in the corporate world and the public sector.\nLearn how your certification positions you as a valuable supplier and how to tap into supplier diversity programs.\n\nPeer Insights:  \n\nConnect with experienced WBEs who have successfully maximized their certification.\nHear their stories\, ask questions\, and gain inspiration from their journeys.\n\nConnection to the RPO:  \n\nLearn how to navigate the diverse range of events offered by WBEC ORV
URL:https://www.wbenc.org/calendar/wbec-orv-maximizing-your-wbenc-certification-6/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:RPO WBEC ORV,Webinar
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SUMMARY:WBEC Metro NY & Greater DMV | I'm Certified\, Now What?
DESCRIPTION:I’m Certified\, Now What? \nMaximizing Your WBENC Certification \nApril 9th\, 2026 | 1pm to 2pm EST | Virtual Session \nIf you’re a newly certified WBE or would like to maximize your certification\, you don’t want to miss this!\nLearn more about the WBENC and WBEC Metro NY and Greater DMV network and opportunities.\nLearn how best to use and navigate WBENCLink2.0.\nMeet the WBEC Metro NY and Greater DMV Certification Team! \nReserve your spot today! \nClick here to register.\n 
URL:https://www.wbenc.org/calendar/wbec-metro-ny-greater-dmv-im-certified-now-what-3/
CATEGORIES:RPO WBEC Greater DMV,RPO WBEC Metro NY
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SUMMARY:WBENCLink2.0 Training WBE
DESCRIPTION:More details to come!
URL:https://www.wbenc.org/calendar/wbenclink2-0-training-wbe-4/
CATEGORIES:WBENCLink2.0 Training
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SUMMARY:WBEC ORV | Women of Color Connect: Columbus
DESCRIPTION:This free series is designed for Women of Color in the WBEC ORV community to network\, collaborate\, and thrive. Women of Color Connect offers unparalleled opportunities to grow businesses and forge valuable connections. \nBrought to you by the Women of Color Program. All are welcome to attend.
URL:https://www.wbenc.org/calendar/wbec-orv-women-of-color-connect-columbus/
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