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Vie by Cescaphe, 600 N. Broad Street, Philadelphia PA

Thursday, October 16th, 2025 | 5:30 PM-9:00 PM

Join us for THE social event of the year for women entrepreneurs — and

WBEC-East’s 30th anniversary! Desserts & More is a formal evening of networking, celebration, and sweet treats, bringing together entrepreneurs, corporate sponsors, and community partners. We'll honor our award winners, showcase successful business owners, and raise funds to support WBEC-East’s mission to expand opportunities for entrepreneurs. Enjoy a dessert buffet from local women-owned businesses — all while celebrating 30 years of impact and supporting the future of entrepreneurs.

MED Week Presents: Why & How to Get

Your Business Certified

Tuesday, October 7th| 2:00 - 3:00 PM

Join WBEC-East, IBA, EMSDC and SEPTA on Tuesday of MED Week to learn all about small business supplier certifications.

This webinar is for anyone interested in certification, whether you're just starting to think about it, are already in the application process, or are looking to add a second or third certification to your credentials.

Succession Planning: Valuing Your Business

Tuesday, October 21st | 11:00 - 12:00 PM

Whether you're considering selling your business, passing it on to family, restructuring into a trust or employee-owned plan, or simply winding things down, you're facing one of the most significant transitions in your entrepreneurial journey. Don’t navigate it alone.

Join us and CliftonLarsonAllen(CLA) for the first session of our 2025 Succession Planning series to discuss selling your business and considerations pre-sale and post-sale.

The Women-Owned Directory features a list of actively certified Women Owned businesses offering consumer products as certified through WBENC and WEConnect International. Interested in joining the Women Owned Directory? Then apply to feature your business at the button below!

Use the Women-Owned Logo! This logo is for those who are based in the U.S. and who are certified through WBENC. The Women Owned Logo is available to be downloaded in WBENCLink2.0. Read more about the Women Owned Logo at the button below.

Share Your Economic Impact Story and get featured on WBENC.org. It is incredibly valuable to share stories from our WBENC network about the immense economic and community impact that our entrepreneurs and small businesses bring. If you would like to share your story and economic impacts, click the button to learn more.

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Micro Economic Development (MED) Week

October 6th - 10th | Philadelphia, PA



MED Week honors the exceptional achievements of Philadelphia small, local, and underrepresented business enterprises. The 41st annual Philadelphia MED Week will offer business owners valuable connections and resources to foster their growth. This year’s theme is “In Pursuit of Bold Solutions for Today’s Challenges.”

FIFA World Cup 2026 Small Business Opportunity Workshop

October 18th from 11:00 - 2:00 PM | Philadelphia, PA



Join the city for an event designed to empower your small business. This special event is designed to equip your business with the tools, strategies and mindset needed to identify, prepare for and capitalize on the economic opportunities

that mega events like FIFA World Cup 2026™ will bring to Philadelphia.

27th Annual 2025 Supplier Diversity Development Council

September 19th from 8:30 AM - 3:30 PM | Somerset, NJ



Come together with local corporations, New Jersey Suppliers, and utilities, for a day of networking and energizing change together. Plus, you can become an exhibitor!

Women-Owned in Retail |

Macy's Inc: Powering your Path to Capital

Wednesday, October 15th

2:00 - 3:00 PM EDT

Explore funding opportunities and capital-readiness strategies to grow your business. Get expert insights on S.P.U.R. Pathways, Momentus Capital, and practical steps to secure and manage capital effectively. This program is brought to you by macys inc.!