Our Business Financial Bootcamp Series starts 12/1!
There are a few some spots still available
Sign up now!
December 1, 6:00 – 9:00 PM
(3-part series – December 1st , 8th, and 15th)

Entrepreneurs who want to learn more about the basics of business accounting, join our three-session workshop series specifically designed for business owners who want to develop a stronger understanding of business record keeping and financials. Don’t miss out on all the efficiencies and insights you can gain by bringing this level of understanding to your business’s financials!
What you can expect:
  • Learn to read and interpret business financial statements
  • Learn to manage cash flow
  • Understand your business’s financial position
  • Introduction to the basics of business record keeping and understanding its importance
Galantines Day 2022 - Registration coming soon!
Whether it's your sister, coworker, daughter, friend or yourself, make sure to spread some love this February!
Tune into this QVC-style event, where we will introduce you to a variety of women-owned products that would make lovely gifts.
Every couple of minutes you'll get to learn about a new stylish, delicious, or innovative product. Tune into the whole broadcast or just the parts that interest you. Lineup of businesses coming soon!
Plus win prizes! Purchase one or more raffle tickets for a chance to win a gift from one of our featured businesses. Drawings will be done live.

Stay tuned for registration, we will celebrate Galantines Day 2022 on February 4th!
2021 Desserts & More Recap
"Wow! Our 25+1 Desserts & More annual fundraiser was great fun! Thank you to the sponsors, donors, and attendees for making it a huge success! We joined virtually, played BINGO, had door prizes and heard the inspiring stories from three of our women entrepreneurs!"

Read more from Liz Walsh- WBEC East President here
SBA Eastern Pennsylvania District Seeks Nominations for Small Business Week 2022
Do you or someone you know have what it takes to become America’s “Small Business Person of the Year” for 2022? If so, the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) wants to hear from you. 
 
The SBA Awards given in celebration of National and District Small Business Week include the following awards.
 

Eastern Pennsylvania District Small Business Week Categories:
  • Small Business Person of the Year (National and District)
  • Small Business Exporter (National and District)
  • Entrepreneurial Success
  • Family-Owned Business of the Year
  • Minority-Owned Small Business Person of the Year
  • Veteran-Owned Small Business Person of the Year
  • Woman-Owned Small Business Person of the Year
  • Young Entrepreneur of the Year
 
All nominations must be received by the Eastern Pennsylvania District office by electronic submission ONLY to the District’s BOX account, no later 3:00 p.m. on January 11, 2022.  

Visit SBA’s dedicated website here to nominate, download forms, criteria, and guidelines for submitting a nomination. Eastern Pennsylvania District nomination guidelines and district awards categories can be found on the Eastern Pennsylvania District website here.
WBE Spotlight
Hear from one of our WBEs, Jessica Knee - Business Administration Manager of The Spearhead Group,
WBEC-East Webinars
Nov. 30, 2:00 - 3:00 PM

If you've always dreamed of owning your own business, our free Orientation and Business Assessment workshop is for you!
Dec. 3, 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!
Dec. 16, 2:00 PM -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.
Jan 13, 2:00 - 6:15 PM

Two weeks, Online, WBEC-East Virtual Classroom. Learn to set up and maintain a QuickBooks account for your service-based business.
Reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities will be made if requested at least two weeks in advance. Contact Celeste McNair via email at cmcnair-scott@wbeceast.com to make arrangements.
Welcome Newly Certified WBES!
Certified October 2021

ARF Rental Services, Inc.
Cahill Controls, Inc.
Decorous Productions
DELEO CONSULTING LLC
Educators On Call, LLC
HALYARD LLC
Incentives Nationwide LLC
Mother Compost, LLC
The Allere Group
The Van Lore Group, Inc.
YRK LLC DBA Lumi Marketing & Creative
Partner Events
Women Owned in Retail | Retail Supplier Showcase & Panels
WBENC and Target 
December 1, 2:00 - 4:00 PM EST

First there was Black Friday and Small Business Saturday. Then came Cyber Monday and Giving Tuesday. And now? Women Owned Wednesday! Join us for a special Showcase featuring retail suppliers to Target showcasing their products and sharing insights and best practices for thriving on big retail shelves.
WBENC Pitch Academy: Perfect Your Capability Statement and Effectively Follow-Up
WBENC and Hilton 
December 2, 2:00 - 4:00 PM EST

Join us on December 2, 2-4PM EST to learn from Hilton corporate leaders and leading Certified Women Business Owners on how to develop a capabilities statement that stands out and effectively communicates your company’s strengths.
2021 Women United Power of the Purse Fundraiser
Women United of Greater Philadelphia
December 8, 5:30 - 6:30 PM EST

Women United of Greater Philadelphia will celebrate our current portfolio of Impact initiatives and recognize extraordinary women in leadership and philanthropy at our virtual event, Power of the Purse. Event attendees will have the opportunity to see firsthand how, in partnership with United Way, Women United empowers women and families in our community to build strong, independent lives from cradle to career.
Funded in part through Cooperative Agreement with the U.S. Small Business Administration