JUN
23
WBENC National Conference–ACCELERATE!

June 23-26, 2025  
New Orleans, LA

Join 5,000 business owners and corporate representatives for a week of networking, expo, learning sessions, evening celebrations and more in New Orleans!

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JUL
08
WBEC-East & Capital One Pitch Competition

In partnership with Capital One, WBEC-East is excited to host our third Women’s Business Center Pitch Competition! Round 1: 90-Second Video Submissions – opens June 4th and closes July 8th.

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JUL
23
Opportunity Ambassadors Session 2 – Decoding Corporate Needs & Unveiling Your Strengths

July 23, 2:00 - 3:00 PM
Online Webinar

Join EMSDC and WBEC-East for the second session of our masterclass in Corporate Engagement. Learn to conduct research on corporate needs, capabilities, and performing a realistic self-assessment of strengths.

No Fee

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AUG
01
Regional Round WBENCPitch

The 2025 WBENCPitch Accelerate competition is focused on storytelling and impact. In this ever-changing business landscape, it is critical now more than ever for business owners to effectively communicate beyond their capabilities or the problem they solve.

WBEC-East Round One opens August 1st.

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SEP
10
2025 Delaware Supplier Conference + Meet & Greets

September 10, 2025, 8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
University of Delaware, Newark, DE

Business owners and procurement representatives are all welcome for a day of valuable sessions, luncheon, and meet & greet roundtable networking.

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SEP
24
Opportunity Ambassadors Session 3 – The 4 Pillars of Persistent Success (Persistence, Patience, Professionalism, Preparation)

September 24, 2:00 - 3:00 PM
Online Webinar

Join EMSDC and WBEC-East for the third session of our masterclass in Corporate Engagement. Develop the unwavering resilience needed to navigate the path to partnership. 

No Fee

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OCT
16
Desserts & More

Annual Fundraiser & Awards Celebration

October 16, 5:30 – 9:00 PM

Join us for our 30th year as we celebrate the sweet success of entrepreneurs and continue to change lives.

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DEC
02
Opportunity Ambassadors Session 4 – Unfiltered Q&A: Direct Access to the Experts

December 2, 1:00 - 2:00 PM
Online Webinar

Join EMSDC and WBEC-East for the final session of the series, dedicated for attendees to ask any question regarding navigating the business inclusion landscape and improving their chances of securing contracts.

No Fee

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