In This Edition
• Galentine's Day Catalogue 2023
• Getting Ready For Conference
• Womens History Month Luncheon
• WBENC National Conference 2023
• WBEC-East Webinars and Events
• SBA Update - OSHA Webinar Series
• Welcome Newly Certified WBEs
• NJ EDA Zip Program
• NGLCC Community Impact Grant
• Paths to PennDOT Workshop
2023 Galentine's Day
Women Owned Marketplace Catalogue
This virtual Catalogue showcases the retail products and services within our network! We’re hoping to make February a grand success for all of the contributors in the catalog. Additionally, our catalog features various coupon codes that will last for the entire month of February!

Be sure to treat someone important in your life to something special this Galentine's Day and buy #WomenOwned!
Getting Ready for Conference
February 28, 2:00 – 3:30 PM

Conferences and events are the jackpots of business opportunities... if you know how to navigate them correctly. Between all of the sessions, receptions, networking events, and committee meetings, you will encounter dozens of opportunities to meet lenders, corporate partners, and other entrepreneurs.

This interactive workshop is specifically designed to prepare a business owner for a conference, whether you plan on attending the 2023 WBENC National Conference, or any other industry conference or business fair in the future.
Women's History Month Luncheon + Meet & Greets
March 2, 11:30 – 3:00 PM
Valley Forge Casino Resort
1160 1st Avenue
King of Prussia, PA 19406


WBEC-East's signature event is back! Our annual Women's History Month Luncheon links women business owners, supplier diversity leaders, purchasing professionals, and community leaders to gain access to opportunities and to build social and power networks.

During the lunch portion, be inspired by established women in business who exemplify this year’s National Women’s History Month theme... "Celebrating Women Who Tell Our Stories.”

After lunch get ready to make some powerful connections during our most popular form of facilitated networking- Meet & Greets!

SCHEDULE:
11:30 - 12:00pm | Registration & Networking
12:00 - 1:45pm | Luncheon Program               
1:45 - 3:00pm | Meet & Greet Roundtables
WBENC National Conference 2023
Attendee Registration is now OPEN for the 2023 WBENC National Conference in Nashville, TN, March 20-23, 2023! The 2023 WBENC Conference is an unsurpassed opportunity to network and expand your network, gain valuable insights and identify new purchasers. Register now!
WBEC-East Webinars & Events
February 7, 2:00 - 3:00 PM

In this interactive webinar, we'll learn about Corteva Agriscience's supplier diversity and procurement initiatives. 
February 8, 2:00 - 3:00 PM

If you've always dreamed of owning your own business, or if you'd like to understand how WBEC-East can help your business grow, our free online webinar- Orientation and Business Assessment workshop is for you!
February 8, 6:00 - 9:00 PM

Evaluate your business idea and learn how to take the next steps towards becoming a business owner.
February 15, 6:00 - 9:00 PM

Learn the importance of researching the market so you can develop a strong business that will succeed.
February 17, 2:00 - 3:00 PM

We'll show you how to gain the prestigious Women's Business Enterprise (WBE) certificate and use it to build your business!
February 21, 2:00 - 3:00 PM

In this interactive webinar, we'll learn about FirstEnergy's supplier diversity and procurement initiatives. 
February 22, 12:00 - 1:00 PM

Join us to learn how to reach more customers and grow your business with Google Ads.!
February 22, 6:00 - 9:00 PM

Learn how to analyze sources of revenue, project sales, and determine start-up costs.
February 23, 12:00 - 1:00 PM

Join us to learn how to expand your business on LinkedIn, draw in customers, and strengthen your brand. Celebrating Black History Month!
February 24, 2:00 - 3:00 PM

Whether you’re newly certified or have been for years, we'll show you how to make the best of your certification and grow your business.
Reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities will be made if requested at least two weeks in advance. Contact Joyce Cadesca via email at jcadesca@wbeceast.com to make arrangements.
SBA Update
SBA Presents: OSHA Webinar Series
1st session:
OSHA Regulations – Thursday, February 23
12:00 – 1:00 PM EST

This webinar answers the OSHA regulations a small business needs to follow. Employers who implement strong Safety and Health Programs (SHP) will cultivate a better workplace safety culture.  
Welcome Newly Certified WBES!
Certified December 2022
• Block & Associates, LLC
• Busy Bee Transit Inc
• Diligent Pharma, LLC
• Donaldson Electric, Inc.
• Exact Match Masonry Staining, LLC
• GUMPHER, INC.
• Iris Creative Group Inc.
• Jenna Communications, LLC
• LEADERSHIP SPACE LLC
• NADZ CONSULTING, LLC
• RSG Management, LLC
• Sharktech LLC
• SMARTCOST INCORPORATED
• Starrr Products Management Inc.
Partner Updates
New Jersey Zero Emission Incentive Program (NJ ZIP) Presentation

Learn about the New Jersey Zero Emission Incentive Program (NJ ZIP) and how your small business can participate. NJ ZIP is a voucher-style incentive program designed to help New Jersey businesses and institutions purchase new, zero-emission medium- and heavy-duty vehicles operating in New Jersey. Base vouchers will range from $20,000 – $175,000, based on vehicle class, with additional bonuses available.

NJ ZIP is expanding eligibility and updating application processes for the program. Several small business owners that participated in Phase 1 of the program will share their experiences and lessons learned.
NGLCC Community Impact Grant Program

The Small Business Grant Contest has awarded more than $1.5 million in cash and prizes to over 100 small businesses. The contest awards unique and innovative small businesses. You have a chance to win $30K —are you ready to go all in to try to win? The entry period opens January 31st!
Paths to PennDOT Workshop
Wednesday, February 22
8:00 – 4:30 PM

PennDOT recognizes that economic inclusion and the critical role that Small and Small Diverse Businesses play in the highway construction industry in driving Pennsylvania’s economy forward is of vital importance. PennDOT is here to help and is inviting DBE firms, primes, contractors, and anyone interested in connecting with experts in the highway construction industry to a “free” one-day workshop on February 22nd in Philadelphia. themed “Paths to PennDOT.”

Funded in part through Cooperative Agreement with the U.S. Small Business Administration
Reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities will be made if requested at least two weeks in advance. Contact Liz Walsh at 215-936-9392 or ewalsh@wbeceast.com