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SUMMARY:WBENCPitch IMPACT 1st Round
DESCRIPTION:This year the WBDC will host WBENCPitch IMPACT 1st Round in two segments. One will be for professional services and the other will be for products. Applications will open for both at the same time.\nFor the 1st Round\, WBE’s will use storytelling techniques to clearly describe who they are and what their business does\, delivering their message in a way that creates a memorable and lasting IMPACT on both the audience and the judges. \nTiming: Your pitch will only be 1 minutes. \nFocus: IMPACT your STORY \nFormat: Virtual (ZOOM) \nApplications Open: June 1\, 2026 \nApplications Close: July 6\, 2026 \n  \n**Only 20 will be accepted** \n**Applicants are notified by July 14\, 2026. \n**Mandatory orientation on Tuesday\, July 28\, 2026 (12pm-1pm CST) for Professional Services & (1pm-2pm) for Product \n  \nThank you to our prize donors\n            
URL:https://www.wbdc.org/en/event/wbencpitch-impact-1st-round/
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SUMMARY:Achieve Summit | Southland Development Authority
DESCRIPTION:We’re excited to share the upcoming Achieve Summit hosted by the Southland Development Authority\, taking place June 4–6 at Wind Creek Southland Casino & Hotel. \nAchieve Summit is a 3-day experience designed for entrepreneurs\, real estate investors\, and anyone who is ready to grow. \nThis year’s summit brings together a dynamic lineup of speakers\, including Marcus Lemonisentrepreneur and host of The Fixer on FOX\, known for helping businesses strengthen operations\, improve profitability\, and build long-term sustainability; Egypt Sherrod—real estate broker\, entrepreneur\, and television host focused on wealth-building; and Brian Page—an entrepreneur recognized for creating scalable income through short-term rental (Airbnb) strategies. \nAn environment built for connection: \n\ncurated networking across all three days\ndirect access to speakers\, founders\, and decision-makers\nopportunities to build relationships that extend beyond the event\nHands-on workshops and sessions\n\nThis year also introduces a focus on Entrepreneurship Through Acquisition—exploring how buying and growing existing businesses can open new paths to ownership. \nThere are also VIP experiences available for those looking for deeper access and smaller\, more focused conversations. \nIf you’re looking for more than just another event\, this is one to take a closer look at.
URL:https://www.wbdc.org/en/event/achieve-summit-southland-development-authority/2026-06-05/
CATEGORIES:Partner Events
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