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SUMMARY:WBENC National Conference & Business Fair
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URL:https://www.wbecsouth.org/event/wbenc-national-conference-business-fair/
LOCATION:LA
CATEGORIES:National,Summits,WBENC
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20180926
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SUMMARY:Women's Enterprise (WE) Summit & Awards Gala
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.wbecsouth.org/event/womens-enterprise-we-summit-pinnacle-awards-gala/
LOCATION:Sheraton New Orleans\, 500 Canal Street\, New Orleans\, LA\, 70130\, United States
CATEGORIES:Louisiana,Regional,Summits
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ORGANIZER;CN="Women's Business Enterprise Council South":MAILTO:events@wbecsouth.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20180926T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20180926T153000
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SUMMARY:WB Marketplace Live Demo
DESCRIPTION:Join WBEC South & Brojure on “Women Owned Wednesday” for a live demonstration to learn more about how you can make the WB Marketplace work for your business. The team from Brojure will also be hosting a “Lab” to assist WBE’s one-on-one with their Brojures. \nThis event is FREE with WE Summit Registration.
URL:https://www.wbecsouth.org/event/wb-marketplace-demo/
LOCATION:LA
CATEGORIES:Live Demo,Summits,WB Marketplace
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ORGANIZER;CN="Women's Business Enterprise Council South":MAILTO:events@wbecsouth.org
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20190311
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20190314
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SUMMARY:WBENC Summit & Salute
DESCRIPTION:SAVE THE DATE!
URL:https://www.wbecsouth.org/event/wbenc-summit-salute/
LOCATION:Houston\, TX\, Houston\, TX\, United States
CATEGORIES:National,Summits,WBENC
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20190625
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20190628
DTSTAMP:20190430T201246Z
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SUMMARY:WBENC NATIONAL CONFERENCE & BUSINESS FAIR
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.wbecsouth.org/event/wbencnational/
LOCATION:Baltimore\, MD\, Baltimore\, MD\, United States
CATEGORIES:National,Summits,WBENC
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20190925
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20190927
DTSTAMP:20190621T220017Z
CREATED:20181220T183523Z
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SUMMARY:WE SUMMIT & AWARDS GALA
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URL:https://www.wbecsouth.org/event/wesummit/
LOCATION:Hyatt Regency New Orleans\, 601 Loyola Ave\, New Orleans\, LA\, 70113\, United States
CATEGORIES:Louisiana,Summits
ORGANIZER;CN="Women's Business Enterprise Council South":MAILTO:events@wbecsouth.org
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SUMMARY:Power Hour: Know Before Your Go\, WE Summit 2024
DESCRIPTION:Get Ready for Success at the WBEC South WE Summit! \nJoin us for the Know Before You Go webinar to ensure you’re fully prepared for the WBEC South WE Summit! This session will cover all the key details you need to know before the event\, including: \n\nConference Schedule & Keynote Highlights – Learn what to expect throughout the day\, from inspiring keynotes to panel discussions and networking opportunities.\nMatchmaker Expectations & Tips – Discover how to make the most of the Matchmaker sessions\, including how to prepare your pitch and what buyers are looking for.\nNavigating the Event – Get helpful advice on logistics\, how to connect with attendees\, and tips for maximizing your experience.\nQ&A Session – Have your questions answered by WBEC South staff to ensure you’re ready for a successful event.\n\nWhether it’s your first WE Summit or you’re a seasoned attendee\, this webinar will give you all the tools and knowledge you need to make the most of the upcoming event! \nZoom Link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83966273714
URL:https://www.wbecsouth.org/event/power-hour-know-before-your-go-we-summit-2024/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Power Hour,Summits,Webinar
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ORGANIZER;CN="Women's Business Enterprise Council South":MAILTO:events@wbecsouth.org
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20241204
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20241206
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SUMMARY:New Date! 2024 WE Summit
DESCRIPTION:**Due to the impending threat of Tropical Storm Francine\, the new date for the 30th Anniversary WE Summit is December 4th & 5th.** \nAll current registrations and table purchases will be honored in full for the rescheduled event. For hotel reservations\, room cancellations will be sent directly from the Intercontinental Hotel with a link to rebook. \nWe were anticipating our biggest and best Summit to date\, and it goes without saying that each of you has contributed to this. With 300+ full conference registrants\, 430 matchmaker appointments\, and more than 400 gala attendees\, we are overwhelmed by the support for our 30th Anniversary and the entire community of women business owners. \nWBEC South’s Women’s Enterprise Summit (WE Summit) and Awards Gala is an annual event convening business owners\, corporate and government procurement partners\, and community stakeholders supporting women-owned business growth and development. Through a carefully curated program of strategic networking\, qualified matchmaking\, and solution-focused conversations\, we uphold our mission of barrier-free access to business opportunities for female founders and entrepreneurs. \nHeld in one of the world’s greatest cities\, the WE Summit celebrates the success and accomplishments of our extraordinary community. Join us and experience the unique culture of New Orleans and the hospitality that is only found in America’s Southern Region. \nRegister today and laissez les bon temps rouler (let the good times roll)! \nRegister Now!\nBook Hotel Room\nPop-Up Vendor App
URL:https://www.wbecsouth.org/event/2024wesummit/
LOCATION:Intercontinental Hotel New Orleans\, 444 St. Charles Avenue\, New Orlean\, LA\, 70130\, United States
CATEGORIES:Alabama,Certification,Corporate,Florida,Louisiana,Mississippi,Summits,Tennessee
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ORGANIZER;CN="Women's Business Enterprise Council South":MAILTO:events@wbecsouth.org
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250623
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250627
DTSTAMP:20250220T191430Z
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SUMMARY:2025 WBENC National Conference
DESCRIPTION:SAVE THE DATE FOR THE 2025 CONFERENCE! | June 23-26\, 2025 | New Orleans\, LA\nLock in Early Bird Pricing! Register by May 1 to save on your general attendee ticket! \nPurchase your exhibitor package now! Early bird pricing ends April 1 for exclusive discounted pricing! \nGet ready to shift into high gear at the 2025 WBENC National Conference! This year\, we’re turning up the momentum with our electrifying theme\, ACCELERATE—designed to propel your business\, network\, and impact to new heights!\nWhat is ACCELERATE? \nACCELERATE is YOUR call to action: to break barriers and drive your business forward with purpose. ACCELERATE means embracing every challenge as a stepping stone\, using each connection as a catalyst\, and setting bold goals that propel you and your business forward.\nThis year\, the 2025 WBENC National Conference continues to be a powerful arena for growth\, where the shared goal is clear: to uplift\, innovate\, and build a community of unstoppable businesses.\nAt the 2025 WBENC National Conference\, where thousands gather to do business\, all united by a shared drive to uplift and elevate small businesses\, connections become collaborations\, insights turn into innovations\, and big dreams meet limitless possibilities. \nThe 2025 National Conference will feature: \n\n\nAn unrivaled Expo of certified women-owned businesses and those who do business with them\n\n\nProductive Meet & Greets\n\n\nDynamic educational programming\n\n\nInspiring speakers\n\n\nThe Collegiate Accelerator pitch competition\n\n\nWomen-Owned Demo Stations and Pop-up\n\n\nRegional Partner Organizations (RPO) Meet Ups\n\n\nCelebrations and fun\, including karaoke (of course!)\n\n\nCountless networking opportunities\n\n\n  \nBook Your Hotel    Purchase Your Exhibitor Package    Become a Sponsor
URL:https://www.wbecsouth.org/event/2025-wbenc-national-conference/
LOCATION:Ernest N. Morial New Orleans Conference Center\, 900 Convention Center Blvd.\, New Orleans\, LA\, 70130\, United States
CATEGORIES:Summits,WBENC
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260929
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261001
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SUMMARY:WE Summit 2026 | Powering Possibilities
DESCRIPTION:Join us for the 2026 WE Summit!  \nSeptember 29-30\, 2026 | Hyatt Regency\, New Orleans \nJoin WBEC South for two days designed to move your business forward. The WE Summit brings together women entrepreneurs\, corporate partners\, and industry leaders for high-impact connections and real business opportunities. \nRegister Now\nEvent Website\n  \nBook a Room\nApply as a Marketplace Vendor
URL:https://www.wbecsouth.org/event/we-summit-2026-powering-possibilities/
LOCATION:Hyatt Regency New Orleans\, 601 Loyola Ave\, New Orleans\, LA\, 70113\, United States
CATEGORIES:Summits
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