Office Hours: AWBC Membership Survey
2023-12-07 13:00 - 14:00 (America/New_York) | Online, DC, United States
Join the AWBC team for an open forum and office hours to discuss the 2023 AWBC Membership Survey.
Ask questions about how to submit your survey and learn about how to win a free 2024 Leadership Conference Ticket!

Date: Thursday, December 7
Time: 10:00 – 11:00 a.m. PT / 1:00 – 2:00 p.m. ET
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National WBC of Excellence Graduation & Closing Ceremony
2023-12-15 14:00 - 15:00 | Online, DC, United States
AWBC is proud to celebrate the recognition of the inaugural cohort with the National WBC of Excellence ceremony!

Participants are able to invite a funder, advisory board member and/or a member of the leadership team to witness what benefit pursuing the WBC of Excellence designation has brought and will bring to your organization. There will also be opportunity to share something you have seen positive in your peer(s) and an opportunity for funders/advisory board and leadership team to share comments.

Date: Friday, December 15, 2023
Time: 11:00 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. PT / 2:00 – 3:30 p.m. ET
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Overview: GDEI Trade Mission to Panama, Costa Rica and Colombia
2024-01-04 14:00 - 15:00 | Online, DC, United States
The United States Department of Commerce, International Trade Administration, is organizing a Global Diversity Export Initiative (GDEI) Trade Mission to Panama, Costa Rica, and Colombia from March 10-15, 2024, that will include the Opportunities for Woman-Owned Businesses in the Americas Conference in Panama City, Panama on March 10-11, 2024.

Are you looking to learn more about how to provide resources to your small business clients and new opportunities for them to grow in exporting? Join Corinne Goble, CEO for AWBC as she helps present an overview of what the Trade Mission will entail in March 10. This is one of the most affordable opportunities to attend and engage at Global Trade Mission and an experience you won’t want to miss. Expert speakers, match making sessions and information on how to do business in Panama, Costa Rica, and Columbia will be shared.

Date: Thursday, January 4, 2024
Time: 11 a.m. – 12 p.m. PT / 2 – 3 p.m. ET
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*Please note: Recruitment and consideration will be extended to all export-ready U.S. companies, including small businesses, trade associations and other exporting organizations that meet the established criteria for participation in the mission. ITA is seeking to improve outreach and representation of businesses with owners and/or leaders from underserved communities, including through the GDEI. This webinar will provide an overview of the Trade Mission and Business Conference.

Rural Coalition Bi-Monthly Meet-Up
2024-01-10 14:00 - 15:00 | Online, DC, United States
Join the AWBC team for the Rural Coalition bi-monthly meeting designed to focus on the unique opportunities and challenges of serving rural communities.

Date: Wednesday, January 10, 2024
Time: 11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. PT / 2:00 – 3:00 p.m. ET
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WBC Connect
2024-01-24 14:00 - 15:00 | Online, DC, United States
Monthly Meet-Up for WBC Directors & Staff
Theme: How to Maximize a WBC Membership Program

Join us for the WBC Connect monthly meet-up with your WBC peers for a one-hour discussion focused on How to Maximize a WBC Membership Program. Learn best practices about how to use the Membership Program for fundraising and capacity building.
These casual monthly meet-ups serve as an open space to exchange resources and develop tangible solutions for your WBC. Bring your burning questions and share your own challenges and tips with your peers!

Date: Wednesday, January 24, 2024

Time: 11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. PT / 2:00 – 3:00 p.m. ET
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AWBC Members: Quarterly Member Orientation
2024-02-22 13:00 - 14:00 | Online, DC, United States
Join the AWBC team and your peer WBCs on February 22 for our upcoming AWBC Quarterly Member Orientation!
Learn about how your center can benefit from AWBC resources, and share what YOU would like to see from us this year. We will share advocacy updates, discuss upcoming partnership opportunities, and provide a full refresher on all the perks of being a member of the AWBC – including the unveiling of new benefits added to the AWBC member guide.
This event is open to both new and experienced WBC staff members
Date: Thursday, February 22, 2024
Time: 10:00 a.m. PT / 1:00 p.m. ET
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WBC Connect
2024-02-28 14:00 - 15:00 | Online, DC, United States
Monthly Meet-Up for WBC Directors & Staff
Theme: How to build an impact one page for your center

Join us for the WBC Connect monthly meet-up with your WBC peers for a one-hour discussion focused on How to build an impact one page for your center. Learn how to use your impact data to represent your WBC. Bring this with you for advocacy and share with your Advisory Board so they can easily talk about the success your WBC has accomplished.
These casual monthly meet-ups serve as an open space to exchange resources and develop tangible solutions for your WBC. Bring your burning questions and share your own challenges and tips with your peers!

Date: Wednesday, February 28, 2024

Time: 11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. PT / 2:00 – 3:00 p.m. ET
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Annual Leadership Conference: Info Session
2024-03-20 13:00 - 14:00 | Online, DC, United States
Join the AWBC team for an information session to learn about what to expect at the 2024 Annual Leadership Conference in Kansas City.
Date: Wednesday, March 20, 2024
Time: 10:00 – 11:00 a.m. PT / 1:00 – 2:00 p.m. ET
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3rd Annual Women's Business Summit
2024-03-26 09:00 - 17:00 | Online, DC, United States
Join us for the Third Annual Women’s Business Summit on March 26th to empower and inspire women entrepreneurs from all walks of life!

Welcome to the Women’s Business Summit, where innovation meets opportunity and women entrepreneurs take center stage to maximize their resources and opportunities and maximize the resources and opportunities for all women entrepreneurs — an empowering gathering where trailblazing women come together with government leaders to celebrate achievements, foster collaboration, and inspire the next generation of female leaders.
Join us in our live-streamed event of thought-provoking discussions, engaging workshops, and impactful keynote sessions led by influential women who have carved their paths in various industries. Discover a wealth of resources, guidance, and networking opportunities tailored to fuel your business growth. With seasoned experts, industry leaders, and fellow entrepreneurs, we will collectively navigate the challenges and celebrate the successes unique to women in business.
Whether you’re a startup founder, a seasoned business owner, or someone with an entrepreneurial spirit, the SBA Women’s Business Summit is your gateway to valuable insights, strategic connections, and the tools needed to propel your business forward.
Stay tuned for the list of headline speakers and expert panelists!

Date: Tuesday, March 26, 2024
Time: 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. ET
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Rural Coalition Bi-Monthly Meet-Up
2024-03-27 14:00 - 15:00 | Online, DC, United States
Join the AWBC team for the Rural Coalition bi-monthly meeting. This group is designed to focus on the unique opportunities and challenges of serving rural communities.

Date: Wednesday, March 27, 2024
Time: 11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. PT / 2:00 – 3:00 p.m. ET

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Digital & Financial Empowerment Taught by Mastercard
2024-04-10 14:00 - 15:30 | Online, DC, United States
Hope2Women invites you to attend a LIVE virtual training session in partnership with Mastercard on April 10 in recognition of Financial Literacy Month.
Join Mercedes Garcias and Jimmy Chow from Mastercard’s Community Relations team, as they review personal finance best practices for business owners, the importance of digital presence and accepting digital payments, tips on how to choose a digital payments processor, and more about how to grow and protect your business.

Date: Wednesday, April 10, 2024
Time: 11:00 a.m. PT / 2:00 p.m. ET
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WBC Connect
2024-04-17 13:00 - 14:00 | Online, DC, United States
Monthly Meet-Up for WBC Directors & Staff
Theme: Building effective coaching and training programs for stage 2 entrepreneurs
Featured WBC Speaker: Klassi Duncan, Vice President, Center for Entrepreneurship & Innovation at Urban League Of Louisiana

Join us for the WBC Connect monthly meet-up with your WBC peers for a one-hour discussion. These casual monthly meet-ups serve as an open space to exchange resources and develop tangible solutions for your WBC. Bring your burning questions and share your own challenges and tips with your peers!

Date: Wednesday, April 17, 2024

Time: 10:00 – 11:00 a.m. PT / 1:00 – 2:00 p.m. ET
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Spring Briefing from Washington, D.C.
2024-04-25 13:00 - 14:00 | Online, DC, United States
AWBC invites you to a briefing on key topics from Washington, D.C. including WBC policy updates, national childcare priorities and US Treasury’s State Small Business Credit Initiative (SSBCI).
You will learn about potential funding opportunities for the WBC and your clients’ businesses.

Date: Thursday, April 25, 2024
Time: 10 a.m. PT / 1 p.m. ET

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AWBC Members: Quarterly Member Orientation
2024-05-16 13:00 - 14:00 | Online, DC, United States
Join the AWBC team and your peer WBCs on May 16 for our upcoming AWBC Quarterly Member Orientation!
Learn about how your center can benefit from AWBC resources, and share what YOU would like to see from us this year. We will share advocacy updates, discuss upcoming partnership opportunities, and provide a full refresher on all the perks of being a member of the AWBC – including updates to the AWBC member guide.
This event is open to both new and experienced WBC staff members
Date: Thursday, May 16, 2024
Time: 10:00 a.m. PT / 1:00 p.m. ET
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National Women's Business Center of Excellence: Applicant Info Session
2024-05-21 13:00 - 14:00 | Online, DC, United States
AWBC invites you to participate in the National Women’s Business Center of Excellence program! This program is designed to recognize organizations that demonstrate commitment to the mission and values of their WBC!
This opportunity for WBC Directors and Staff allows participants to strengthen their relationship within the WBC network, learn from peer centers, and elevate their WBC operations. During the applicant info session, we will dive deep into the expectations of participating as a candidate, and address any questions pertaining to the application process and milestones.

Date: Tuesday, May 21, 2024
Time: 10:00 – 11:00 a.m. PT / 1:00 – 2:00 p.m. ET
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Annual Leadership Conference: Info Session
2024-05-22 13:00 - 14:00 | Online, DC, United States
Join the AWBC team for an information session to learn about what to expect at the 2024 Annual Leadership Conference in Kansas City.
Date: Wednesday, May 22, 2024
Time: 10:00 – 11:00 a.m. PT / 1:00 – 2:00 p.m. ET
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Rural Coalition Bi-Monthly Meet-Up
2024-05-23 14:00 - 15:00 | Online, DC, United States
Join the AWBC team for the Rural Coalition bi-monthly meeting. This group is designed to focus on the unique opportunities and challenges of serving rural communities.

Date: Thursday, May 23, 2024
Time: 11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. PT / 2:00 – 3:00 p.m. ET

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WBC Connect
2024-05-30 13:00 - 14:00 | Online, DC, United States
Monthly Meet-Up for WBC Directors & Staff
Theme: How to use AI for your WBC

Join us for the WBC Connect monthly meet-up with your WBC peers for a one-hour discussion. These casual monthly meet-ups serve as an open space to exchange resources and develop tangible solutions for your WBC. Bring your burning questions and share your own challenges and tips with your peers!

Date: Wednesday, May 30, 2024

Time: 10:00 – 11:00 a.m. PT / 1:00 – 2:00 p.m. ET
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WBC Connect
2024-06-26 13:00 - 14:00 | Online, DC, United States
Monthly Meet-Up for WBC Directors & Staff
Theme: How to launch a retail incubator for your WBC clients

Join us for the WBC Connect monthly meet-up with your WBC peers for a one-hour discussion. These casual monthly meet-ups serve as an open space to exchange resources and develop tangible solutions for your WBC. This month’s WBC Connect will feature co-facilitator Danette Nguyen, Managing Director of the Maryland Women’s Business Center. Bring your burning questions and share your own challenges and tips with your peers!

Date: Wednesday, June 26, 2024

Time: 10:00 – 11:00 a.m. PT / 1:00 – 2:00 p.m. ET
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Annual Leadership Conference: Info Session
2024-07-17 13:00 - 14:00 | Online, DC, United States
Join the AWBC team for an information session to learn about what to expect at the 2024 Annual Leadership Conference in Kansas City.
Date: Wednesday, July 17, 2024
Time: 10:00 – 11:00 a.m. PT / 1:00 – 2:00 p.m. ET
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Rural Coalition Bi-Monthly Meet-Up
2024-07-24 13:00 - 14:00 | Online, DC, United States
Join the AWBC team for the Rural Coalition bi-monthly meeting. This group is designed to focus on the unique opportunities and challenges of serving rural communities.
Date: Wednesday, July 24, 2024
Time: 11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. PT / 2:00 – 3:00 p.m. ET

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AWBC Members: Quarterly Member Orientation
2024-07-30 13:00 - 14:00 | Online, DC, United States
Join the AWBC team and your peer WBCs on July 30 for the AWBC Quarterly Member Orientation!
Learn about how your center can benefit from AWBC resources, and share what YOU would like to see from us this year. We will share advocacy updates, discuss upcoming partnership opportunities, and provide a full refresher on all the perks of being a member of the AWBC – including updates to the AWBC member guide.
This event is open to both new and experienced WBC staff members
Date: Tuesday, July 30, 2024
Time: 10:00 a.m. PT / 1:00 p.m. ET
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Annual Leadership Conference: Info Session
2024-08-15 13:00 - 14:00 | Online, DC, United States
Join the AWBC team for an information session to learn about what to expect at the 2024 Annual Leadership Conference in Kansas City.
Date: Thursday, August 15, 2024
Time: 10:00 – 11:00 a.m. PT / 1:00 – 2:00 p.m. ET

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WBC Connect
2024-08-21 13:00 - 14:00 | Online, DC, United States
Monthly Meet-Up for WBC Directors & Staff
Theme: Building a Small Business Holiday Guide: What Works and What Doesn’t

Join us for the WBC Connect monthly meet-up with your WBC peers for a one-hour discussion. These casual monthly meet-ups serve as an open space to exchange resources and develop tangible solutions for your WBC.

Date: Wednesday, August 21, 2024

Time: 10:00 – 11:00 a.m. PT / 1:00 – 2:00 p.m. ET

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2024 Leadership Conference
2024-09-10 08:00 - 2024-09-12 17:00 | https://awbc.org/event/2024-leadership-conference/
2024 AWBC LEADERSHIP CONFERENCE
Kansas City, MO

9/10/2024 – 9/12/2024

Sponsors

Hotel Details

Loews Kansas City Hotel
1515 Wyandotte St, Kansas City, MO 64108
Room rates start at $229 per night

Reserve Your Room

Room Block Open
Must reserve by August 19, 2024 using provided link to receive negotiated rate.

Registration Fee Per Individual Attendee.
$100 Discount for purchasing 4 or more tickets. Discount only valid when purchasing 4+ tickets in one transaction.
Registrations received after the hotel booking deadline of August 19, 2024 will be subject to a $100 late fee.
Welcome Reception included with Conference registration. Only purchase if you are not attending the full conference.
Due to constraints of the food and beverage and other logistics, the refund policy is as follows:
60 Day before event: Full Refund
30 Days before event: 50% Refund
Less than 30 Days: Non-Refundable

WBC Connect
2024-10-17 13:00 - 14:00 | Online, DC, United States
Monthly Meet-Up for WBC Directors & Staff
Join us for the WBC Connect monthly meet-up with your WBC peers for a one-hour discussion. These casual monthly meet-ups serve as an open space to exchange resources and develop tangible solutions for your WBC.
Theme: Applying for National SBA Awards for Your WBC & Clients
The U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) is seeking nominations for the 2025 National Small Business Week Awards, including the National Women’s Business Center of the Year Award and National Small Business Person of the Year.
We’ll discuss what the eligibility requirements are and how to apply during our WBC Connect meeting. You’ll also have an opportunity to hear from National WBC Award recipients.
Date: Thursday, October 17
Time: 10:00 – 11:00 a.m. PT / 1:00 – 2:00 p.m. ET
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AWBC Members: Quarterly Member Orientation
2024-11-13 13:00 - 14:00 | Online, DC, United States
Join the AWBC team and your peer WBCs for the AWBC Quarterly Member Orientation!
Learn about how your center can benefit from AWBC resources, and share what YOU would like to see from us this year. We will share advocacy updates, discuss upcoming partnership opportunities, and provide a full refresher on all the perks of being a member of the AWBC – including access to the AWBC member guide.
This event is open to both new and experienced WBC staff members
Date: Wednesday, November 13, 2024
Time: 10:00 a.m. PT / 1:00 p.m. ET
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National WBC of Excellence Graduation & Closing Ceremony
2024-12-05 13:00 - 14:30 | Online, DC, United States
AWBC is proud to celebrate the recognition of the cohort for the National WBC of Excellence ceremony!

Participants are able to invite a funder, advisory board member and/or a member of the leadership team to witness what benefit pursuing the WBC of Excellence designation has brought and will bring to your organization. There will also be opportunity to share something you have seen positive in your peer(s) and an opportunity for funders/advisory board and leadership team to share comments.

Date: Thursday, December 5, 2024
Time: 10:00 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. PT / 1:00 – 2:30 p.m. ET
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AWBC Conference Encore: Vertical IQ Exclusive Demo for WBCs
2024-12-09 13:00 - 13:30 | Online, DC, United States
Join AWBC for a 30 minute live demo exclusively for Women’s Business Centers to learn how Vertical IQ’s Industry Intelligence can empower your advisors to become more efficient, effective, and impactful.
During this session, Chief Sales Officer and co-founder, Susan Bell, will guide you through Vertical IQ’s use cases for WBCs and key features including Localized Industry Data, Financial Benchmarks, and call preparation tools, all designed to equip your team with the insights needed to advise small businesses effectively.
If you didn’t have a chance to connect with the Vertical IQ team at the leadership conference, now is your chance to learn about special pricing available for WBCs!

Dates & Times:
Monday, December 9 at 10 AM PT / 1 PM ET
Thursday, December 12 at 9AM PT / 12 PM ET
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Capital Access for WBCs: What You Need to Know About The Stearns Bank Partnership
2024-12-11 13:00 - 14:00 | Online, DC, United States
Join AWBC and Stearns Bank for the launch of a new partnership (as announced at the 2024 AWBC conference)! We’ll explore how your WBC can leverage Stearns products to benefit clients, gain support from a trusted capital provider, and increase access to unrestricted funds for your WBC.
If you didn’t have a chance to connect with the Stearns Bank at the leadership conference, now is your chance to learn about this exciting partnership for WBCs!
Optional: Before the meeting, learn more about SBA Loan Types by taking a short (12-minute) course on Small Business Digital Ready: www.hope2women.org/sbaloantypes. Simply login and find the course under the “Learn” section.

Date & Time: Wednesday, December 11 at 10 AM PT / 1 PM ET
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