In This Edition

Thank you to everyone who celebrated with us at our annual Desserts & More event! Check out photos from the event at the link below. As always, thank you to Jaci Downs Photography for taking such amazing pictures!

Have you ever wondered how to do business with the General Services Administration - GSA?



Please join us for a comprehensive overview of GSA, which includes an Agency Overview of how the Public Buildings Service (PBS) and the Federal Acquisition Service (FAS) operate, how to access and find GSA requirements (contracts), the Forecast of Contracting Opportunities, Multiple Award Schedules, and more!

Register For Individual Classes Below:

The full series includes all the below classes.

Subcontracting as a Marketing Strategy: Tuesday, November 24 | 11:00 - 12:00 pm

Learn how subcontracting with prime contractors can help small businesses enter and grow in the federal marketplace.

Utilizing E-Tools: Tuesday, December 1st | 11:00 - 12:00 pm

Get introduced to GSA’s e-tools and methods to help your business gain an advantage in acquisition efficiency.

Join EMSDC, WBEC-East, and Highmark for a webinar series designed to get suppliers corporate ready.

This final session will cover the design and objectives of effective mentoring relationships, the structure and benefits of comprehensive supplier development initiatives, and how SDBs can actively seek out, participate in, and maximize the value derived from these opportunities. Ultimately, these programs are not just about opening doors, but about equipping SDBs with the tools and knowledge to thrive as sustainable and impactful corporate suppliers.

Are you interested in doing business with PPL Electric? Please join us for an informative webinar to learn about PPL’s supplier sourcing and procurement initiatives.

You’ll hear about their company’s mission, supplier goals, and steps to connect with their team. Come with questions and be ready to engage with fellow WBE’s who may be looking to do business with you, too!

WBC Keys Partner Program

Does Your Organization Offer Small Business Support Services?

WBEC-East is proud to have been selected by the US Small Business Administration to unite the Women’s Business Center program in Pennsylvania.

As part of our expansion effort, we will be looking to partner with other entrepreneurship-focused non-profits, incubators, and associations, to join forces as one connected network of support for new and growing small businesses across the Commonwealth.

Certified September 2026

2026 PA Conference for Women

November 5th | 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM | Philadelphia, PA

Join 8,500+ professionals gathering for a day dedicated to growth, inspiration, and connection. Attendees come to gain practical advice and inspiration around navigating the evolving landscape of work and life.

SBA | The Million Dollar Pitch Competition

Honoring 250 years of American small-business innovation, the show puts America’s entrepreneurs in the spotlight and showcases how the SBA helps small businesses pursue their goals.

2026 Impact Awards Luncheon

November 20th | 10:00 - 2:30 PM | New York, NY

You'll learn all of the critical aspects of planning and operating a restaurant. In this series, you’ll skip the learning curve and beat the odds on your way to a successful, profitable business.

Looking to partner with us? Learn More Here.