Opportunities

It is incredibly valuable to share stories from the WBENC network about the immense economic and community impact that women's business enterprises bring. If you would like to share your story and economic impacts, please submit the form below.

Planning is already underway for the 2026 Pittsburgh Draft and the NFL is looking to engage event-ready businesses within the greater Pittsburgh area to support the production of this world-class event. This procurement program is an opportunity for local businesses and certified diverse businesses

We want to reintroduce one of our most important partners, Women Impacting Public Policy (WIPP) and share a new WBENC Certification benefit: a discounted annual Membership rate with WIPP for WBENC-Certified WBEs.

The Bureau of Diversity, Inclusion, and Small Business Opportunities is reaching out to remind you to check out the listing of upcoming DGS solicitations for goods & services, and construction projects

AWBC is seeking proposals from qualified event coordinators to assist in the planning and execution of the 2025 AWBC Leadership Conference which takes place September 22-24, 2025 in Washington, D.C.

This year’s event will include educational presentations by experts, exhibit booths, free business resources, multiple peer-to-peer networking rooms, and expert business advice from SCORE mentors.

Join Comcast from May 5-10, 2025 for the 15th Annual Philly Tech Week presented by Comcast, hosted by 1Philadelphia.

Fellow local small business leaders, alongside senior leaders of corporate and academic institutions, will have conversations on the current and future state of the local small and medium business community. This workshop is a free event and open to the public.

PA CareerLink® Bucks County and PA CareerLink® Montgomery County invite employers to an informative event designed to help you build a more dynamic and inclusive workplace by tapping into an underutilized talent pool.

Connect with businesses owned by small, women, minorities, veterans, and members of the LGBT community at the Supplier Diversity Trade Fair at the Bryce Jordan Center, Gate B. The event is open to the public.

Enjoy delicious Mexican cuisine and refreshing drinks at Los Sarapes Horsham, featuring an outdoor terrace and a renowned tequila bar.

Build a strong, memorable brand on a budget by crafting a compelling identity, finding your niche and using cost-effective tools to help your business stand out.

The Hey Girl! Conference is back! Our theme this year is Love, Me: a love story to me, by me. Our VIP Night Garden is 5.16.25 from 7-9 p.m. in Collingswood, NJ and the conference is the following day, 5.17.25 at the Story Factory. The VIP ticket includes a ticket to the conference. Our early bird special pricing ends on 2.17.25 at midnight. Use the code HEYGIRLFRIEND through 2.17.25 for an extra $30 off.

This event will bring together small business owners, community leaders, and key stakeholders to engage in meaningful dialogue, share insights, and explore ways to support and grow Delaware’s small business ecosystem.

The Pittsburgh Airport is presenting “Airport Concessions 101” for interested small businesses who have an interest in retail, news and gifts or food & beverage businesses.

Live Nation is made possible by their 44,000 employees worldwide and vast network of suppliers. Come find out more about Live Nation and their corporate & venue opportunities we have for diverse businesses.

Join Center City Business Association members and friends for a moderated discussion as we learn from our dynamic panel how their experience, knowledge and drive have enabled productivity and success.

A Syrian company, operating out of Dubai, is involved in rebuilding and opening hospitals in Syria, in conjunction with the Syrian American Medical Society (SAMS). The company expects SAMS to rebuild or renovate around 10-15 hospitals; other NGOs will also do projects so they want to be prepared for future requirements.

The HerRise Micro-Grant provides financial assistance, with the help of our corporate sponsors and donors, to women of color creating innovative solutions that impact their community and that are often unable to secure funding for their small business. Apply for the HerRise MicroGrant by sharing your business pitch and plan in the application. Applications close on the last day of the month, and the winners will be announced at the HerSuiteSpot First Friday Mixer in the following month.

Register for the monthly business workshops such as Doing Business in the City and the Business Development Series.

Philly VIP has a number of free events and opportunities for small business owners in Philadelphia this March and April, Click the link below to find out more.

The grant will provide early-stage funding to entrepreneurs with limited financing options. Investment grants of $10,000 will be made to each business approved, along with advisory services from The Enterprise Center. Diverse Business Banking Advocates receive special training to enable them to support the growth and success of diverse business owners.

The NJ Cool program is a $15 million pilot program launched by the New Jersey Economic Development Authority (NJEDA) to provide financial assistance to commercial building owners and tenants undertaking retrofit construction projects that reduce operating greenhouse gas emissions from existing commercial buildings in Newark, Edison, and Atlantic City. The NJEDA will provide grant awards ranging from $50,000 to $1 million to reimburse applicants for eligible hard construction costs from projects that upgrade building heating and cooling systems to less polluting alternatives, as well as implement other energy efficiency measures or on-site renewables.

Rebuild projects need architects, landscape architects, general contractors, plumbers, electricians, and partners to carry out community engagement and more. This is a great opportunity for small businesses in the construction, architecture, landscape and urban planning industries.

The Commonwealth of Pennsylvania welcomes all small business entities that meet Department of General Services (DGS) criteria to consider this upcoming new opportunity in construction management. Participation is not restricted to businesses incorporated or residing in Pennsylvania. Specifically, DGS Capital Programs has issued a Small Business Reserve Invitation to Qualify solicitation to pre-qualify for the future procurement of “Construction Management Services”.