In today's newsletter:

• Prepare to Pitch in WBEC Florida Regional Pitch Competition
• Attend WBENC Pitch Academy for tips on national competition
• Hotel room block extended for WBENC National Conference
• Register to attend: WEConnect International Day 2025

Participating in WBENC pitch sessions can do more for your business than help you win big prize money. They can also polish your skills for approaching corporations and government organizations as a potential supplier. And they're a great way to boost your confidence!

Let us help you get ready!

REGIONAL

Are you ready to join three other WBEC Florida members who have won the national WBENC Pitch in recent years? There's only one way to do that: Get your pitch ready!

We're here to help you get out of your comfort zone and jump into the competition!

Event: Prepare to Pitch webinar

Host: WBEC Florida

Date: Wednesday, June 18

Time: 11 a.m. to noon

Where: Zoom

Cost: None!

Want some more prep?

NATIONAL

Register for these national sessions from the WBENC Pitch Academy for all members in the U.S. Sign up for one or all of the sessions:

Accelerate Your Impact *TODAY*

May 30 | Virtual | Noon - 2pm ET

Accelerate Your Story

July 25 | Virtual | Noon - 2pm ET

Build Your Impact Statement

Aug. 8 | Virtual | Noon - 2pm ET

Watch the Pitches at Our Regional Event

The WBEC Florida Regional Pitch Competition will take place on Friday, Aug. 15, 2025.

Dhomonique Murphy of Sarasota (above) won one of the national competitions in 2024.

Who will win the WBEC Florida regional pitch this year, and will she go on to the big stage? Watch the regional event live!

June 23-26, 2025

in New Orleans

NEW: Learn about details of navigating the conference at a virtual orientation session June 3 or June 11. You will be invited to attend orientation after you register for the conference.

We look forward to seeing you in New Orleans!

Grow Your Global Network

at International Day 2025

Host: WEConnect International

When: Sunday, June 22, 2025, just before the WBENC National Conference

Where: Sheraton New Orleans Hotel

View the agenda here

Business is global — and International Day 2025 is where women-owned businesses meet opportunity. Held the day before the WBENC Conference on Sunday, June 22, in New Orleans, this event features curated networking, expert insights, and targeted matchmaking with buyers from around the world. It’s also a chance to experience the WEConnect International community and see how global connections can fuel long-term business growth.

NOTE: This is a separate event and registration from the WBENC National Conference, but a powerful way to expand your international reach and connect with fellow women business owners.

Thank You to Our Sponsors

WBEC Florida and WBENC Anti-Discrimination Policy

As a community of entrepreneurs, corporate executives, and economic development thought leaders, WBENC and the WBEC Florida Regional Partner Organization are committed to the elimination of discrimination in all areas of business and the provision of equal opportunity when accessing capital, contracts, and contacts. In compliance with state and federal laws and regulations, we do not discriminate on the basis of age, color, disability, gender identity or expression, marital status, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or veteran status in any of our policies, procedures, or practices. This anti-discrimination policy covers admission and access to, and treatment, in all programs and activities.