Who Are We?
The Women’s Business Development Center was founded in 1986 and is a nationally recognized leader in women’s business development and economic empowerment.
Learn MorePrograms and services
Coaching / Curricula
- Strategic one-on-one and group business advising
- Specialized cohort-based curricula and workshops
- Digital learning
Contracts
- Private sector procurement opportunities
- Public sector contracting assistance
- WBE certification
Capital
- Financial education
- Debt and equity placement
- Direct lending
- Kiva microlending
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Save the Date!
WBENC and the WBDC invite you to the 2023 WBENC National Conference March 20-23 in Nashville, TN, at the Gaylord Opryland Resort & Convention Center! We look forward to connecting again to build momentum, identify innovative best practices, learn industry trends and celebrate accomplishments by our WBEs and Corporate Members that further a diverse supply chain and grow business opportunities for women entrepreneurs. Learn how you can participate now: https://www.wbenc.org/conference/
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PROCUREMENT PANEL WITH GOVERNMENT AGENCIES
Competing for government contracts includes a lot of moving and essential parts for achieving success. In this webinar, you will have an opportunity to hear from government buyers who will discuss how to do business with their agencies, tips for responding to request for proposals (RFP) and bids, and having the qualifications. Event Details
Feb
1
Chicago IL
10:00am - 11:00am
Intro to Government Contracting
Feb
2
Chicago IL
10:30am - 12:00pm
NEW YEAR’S RESOLUTION: FORWARD PLANNING EDUCATIONAL SERIES FOR WBES
Feb
7
Chicago IL
10:00am - 11:00am
Intro to Minority and Women Owned Business Certifications for Government Contractors
Feb
9
Chicago IL
All Day Event
Plan for Profit Winter 2023 | Application Deadline
