WBEC-East will continue its mission of supporting women entrepreneurs – providing resources, education, networking, and access to the WBENC Certification. While we are women-focused, our programs, resources, and workshops are open to ALL. Our organization is committed to the economic development of small businesses and local communities, and we are happy to welcome individuals of all races, genders, and backgrounds.

The U.S. Small Business Administration announced its cosponsors for the 2025 National Small Business Week, taking place May 4-10. SCORE(Link is external), mentors to America’s small businesses and an SBA resource partner, will co-host this year’s National Small Business Week Virtual Summit, a free online event May 6-7 featuring more than a dozen cosponsors leading educational workshops, access to federal resources, and networking and mentorship opportunities.

WBENC Certification is a pathway to new business opportunities. The WBENC Certification gives you access to a national database of corporations and government entities with responsible sourcing programs who are seeking to do business with certified women-owned businesses. Learn all the benefits of the of the WBENC certification below!

A guide to understanding executive actions, their impact on small businesses, and how to monitor, interpret, and respond to new policies. Topics include regulatory freezes, trade policies, workforce impacts, and supplier sourcing changes.