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SUMMARY:Annual Leadership Conference: Info Session
DESCRIPTION:Join the AWBC team for an information session to learn about what to expect at the 2024 Annual Leadership Conference in Kansas City. \nDate: Wednesday\, March 20\, 2024 \nTime: 10:00 – 11:00 a.m. PT / 1:00 – 2:00 p.m. ET \nClick here to register.
URL:https://awbc.org/event/annual-leadership-conference-info-session/
LOCATION:Online\, DC\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Association of Womens Business Centers":MAILTO:info@awbc.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240326T090000
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SUMMARY:3rd Annual Women's Business Summit
DESCRIPTION:Join us for the Third Annual Women’s Business Summit on March 26th to empower and inspire women entrepreneurs from all walks of life! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWelcome 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. \nJoin 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. \nWhether 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. \nStay tuned for the list of headline speakers and expert panelists! \n\n  \nDate: Tuesday\, March 26\, 2024\nTime: 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. ET \nClick here to register for the FREE event.
URL:https://awbc.org/event/wbs2024/
LOCATION:Online\, DC\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240327T140000
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SUMMARY:Rural Coalition Bi-Monthly Meet-Up
DESCRIPTION: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.\n\n\n\nDate: Wednesday\, March 27\, 2024 \nTime: 11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. PT / 2:00 – 3:00 p.m. ET \n  \nClick here to register.
URL:https://awbc.org/event/rural-coalition-bi-monthly-meet-up-2/
LOCATION:Online\, DC\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Association of Womens Business Centers":MAILTO:info@awbc.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240410T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240410T153000
DTSTAMP:20260413T054137
CREATED:20240408T131349Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240408T131349Z
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SUMMARY:Digital & Financial Empowerment Taught by Mastercard
DESCRIPTION:Hope2Women invites you to attend a LIVE virtual training session in partnership with Mastercard on April 10 in recognition of Financial Literacy Month. \nJoin 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. \n  \nDate: Wednesday\, April 10\, 2024\nTime: 11:00 a.m. PT / 2:00 p.m. ET \nClick here to register for the FREE event.
URL:https://awbc.org/event/digital-financial-empowerment-taught-by-mastercard/
LOCATION:Online\, DC\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Association of Womens Business Centers":MAILTO:info@awbc.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240417T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240417T140000
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CREATED:20240207T190317Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240307T191321Z
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SUMMARY:WBC Connect
DESCRIPTION:Monthly Meet-Up for WBC Directors & Staff\nTheme: Building effective coaching and training programs for stage 2 entrepreneurs \nFeatured WBC Speaker: Klassi Duncan\, Vice President\, Center for Entrepreneurship & Innovation at Urban League Of Louisiana \n\n\n\n\nJoin 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! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDate: Wednesday\, April 17\, 2024\n\n\nTime: 10:00 – 11:00 a.m. PT / 1:00 – 2:00 p.m. ET \nClick here to register.
URL:https://awbc.org/event/wbc-connect-5/
LOCATION:Online\, DC\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Association of Womens Business Centers":MAILTO:info@awbc.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240425T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240425T140000
DTSTAMP:20260413T054137
CREATED:20240408T130846Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240408T130846Z
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SUMMARY:Spring Briefing from Washington\, D.C.
DESCRIPTION: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).  \nYou will learn about potential funding opportunities for the WBC and your clients’ businesses. \n  \nDate: Thursday\, April 25\, 2024\nTime: 10 a.m. PT / 1 p.m. ET \n  \nClick here to register.
URL:https://awbc.org/event/spring-briefing-from-washington-d-c/
LOCATION:Online\, DC\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Association of Womens Business Centers":MAILTO:info@awbc.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240516T130000
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CREATED:20240207T180109Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240207T180109Z
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SUMMARY:AWBC Members: Quarterly Member Orientation
DESCRIPTION:Join the AWBC team and your peer WBCs on May 16 for our upcoming AWBC Quarterly Member Orientation!  \nLearn 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. \nThis event is open to both new and experienced WBC staff members \nDate: Thursday\, May 16\, 2024\nTime: 10:00 a.m. PT / 1:00 p.m. ET \nClick Here to Register.
URL:https://awbc.org/event/awbc-members-quarterly-member-orientation-4/
LOCATION:Online\, DC\, United States
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://awbc.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Quarterly-Member-Orientation-5.png
ORGANIZER;CN="Association of Womens Business Centers":MAILTO:info@awbc.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240521T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240521T140000
DTSTAMP:20260413T054137
CREATED:20240503T153353Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240503T153716Z
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SUMMARY:National Women's Business Center of Excellence: Applicant Info Session
DESCRIPTION: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! \nThis 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. \n  \nDate: Tuesday\, May 21\, 2024 \nTime: 10:00 – 11:00 a.m. PT / 1:00 – 2:00 p.m. ET \nClick here to register.
URL:https://awbc.org/event/national-womens-business-center-of-excellence-applicant-info-session-2/
LOCATION:Online\, DC\, United States
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://awbc.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/National-WBC-of-Excellence.png
ORGANIZER;CN="Association of Womens Business Centers":MAILTO:info@awbc.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240522T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240522T140000
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CREATED:20240123T205831Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250228T180747Z
UID:10000180-1716382800-1716386400@awbc.org
SUMMARY:Annual Leadership Conference: Info Session
DESCRIPTION:Join the AWBC team for an information session to learn about what to expect at the 2024 Annual Leadership Conference in Kansas City. \nDate: Wednesday\, May 22\, 2024 \nTime: 10:00 – 11:00 a.m. PT / 1:00 – 2:00 p.m. ET \nClick here to register.
URL:https://awbc.org/event/6961/
LOCATION:Online\, DC\, United States
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://awbc.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/leadership-conference-info-session.png
ORGANIZER;CN="Association of Womens Business Centers":MAILTO:info@awbc.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240523T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240523T150000
DTSTAMP:20260413T054137
CREATED:20240313T143718Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250228T180740Z
UID:10000186-1716472800-1716476400@awbc.org
SUMMARY:Rural Coalition Bi-Monthly Meet-Up
DESCRIPTION: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.\n\n\n\nDate: Thursday\, May 23\, 2024 \nTime: 11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. PT / 2:00 – 3:00 p.m. ET \n  \nClick here to register.
URL:https://awbc.org/event/rural-coalition-bi-monthly-meet-up-3/
LOCATION:Online\, DC\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Association of Womens Business Centers":MAILTO:info@awbc.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240530T130000
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CREATED:20240207T191115Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250228T180731Z
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SUMMARY:WBC Connect
DESCRIPTION:Monthly Meet-Up for WBC Directors & Staff\nTheme: How to use AI for your WBC \n\n\n\n\nJoin 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! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDate: Wednesday\, May 30\, 2024\n\n\nTime: 10:00 – 11:00 a.m. PT / 1:00 – 2:00 p.m. ET \nClick here to register.
URL:https://awbc.org/event/wbc-connect-6/
LOCATION:Online\, DC\, United States
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://awbc.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/WBC-Connect.png
ORGANIZER;CN="Association of Womens Business Centers":MAILTO:info@awbc.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240626T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240626T140000
DTSTAMP:20260413T054137
CREATED:20240405T185233Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250228T180723Z
UID:10000188-1719406800-1719410400@awbc.org
SUMMARY:WBC Connect
DESCRIPTION:Monthly Meet-Up for WBC Directors & Staff\nTheme: How to launch a retail incubator for your WBC clients \n\n\n\n\nJoin 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! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDate: Wednesday\, June 26\, 2024\n\n\nTime: 10:00 – 11:00 a.m. PT / 1:00 – 2:00 p.m. ET \nClick here to register.
URL:https://awbc.org/event/wbc-connect-7/
LOCATION:Online\, DC\, United States
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://awbc.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/WBC-Connect.png
ORGANIZER;CN="Association of Womens Business Centers":MAILTO:info@awbc.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240717T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240717T140000
DTSTAMP:20260413T054137
CREATED:20240123T213127Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250228T180716Z
UID:10000181-1721221200-1721224800@awbc.org
SUMMARY:Annual Leadership Conference: Info Session
DESCRIPTION:Join the AWBC team for an information session to learn about what to expect at the 2024 Annual Leadership Conference in Kansas City. \nDate: Wednesday\, July 17\, 2024 \nTime: 10:00 – 11:00 a.m. PT / 1:00 – 2:00 p.m. ET \nClick here to register.
URL:https://awbc.org/event/annual-leadership-conference-info-session-2/
LOCATION:Online\, DC\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Association of Womens Business Centers":MAILTO:info@awbc.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240724T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240724T140000
DTSTAMP:20260413T054137
CREATED:20240603T181222Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250228T180708Z
UID:10000192-1721826000-1721829600@awbc.org
SUMMARY:Rural Coalition Bi-Monthly Meet-Up
DESCRIPTION: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. \nDate: Wednesday\, July 24\, 2024 \nTime: 11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. PT / 2:00 – 3:00 p.m. ET \n  \nClick here to register.
URL:https://awbc.org/event/7339/
LOCATION:Online\, DC\, United States
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://awbc.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Rural-Coalition_-1920-x-750-px.png
ORGANIZER;CN="Association of Womens Business Centers":MAILTO:info@awbc.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240730T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240730T140000
DTSTAMP:20260413T054137
CREATED:20240603T183334Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250228T180700Z
UID:10000194-1722344400-1722348000@awbc.org
SUMMARY:AWBC Members: Quarterly Member Orientation
DESCRIPTION:Join the AWBC team and your peer WBCs on July 30 for the AWBC Quarterly Member Orientation! \nLearn 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. \nThis event is open to both new and experienced WBC staff members \nDate: Tuesday\, July 30\, 2024\nTime: 10:00 a.m. PT / 1:00 p.m. ET \nClick Here to Register.
URL:https://awbc.org/event/awbc-members-quarterly-member-orientation-5/
LOCATION:Online\, DC\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Association of Womens Business Centers":MAILTO:info@awbc.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240815T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240815T140000
DTSTAMP:20260413T054137
CREATED:20240717T164119Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250228T180653Z
UID:10000196-1723726800-1723730400@awbc.org
SUMMARY:Annual Leadership Conference: Info Session
DESCRIPTION:Join the AWBC team for an information session to learn about what to expect at the 2024 Annual Leadership Conference in Kansas City. \nDate: Thursday\, August 15\, 2024 \nTime: 10:00 – 11:00 a.m. PT / 1:00 – 2:00 p.m. ET \n  \nClick here to register.
URL:https://awbc.org/event/annual-leadership-conference-info-session-3/
LOCATION:Online\, DC\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Association of Womens Business Centers":MAILTO:info@awbc.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240821T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240821T140000
DTSTAMP:20260413T054137
CREATED:20240717T163352Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250228T180558Z
UID:10000195-1724245200-1724248800@awbc.org
SUMMARY:WBC Connect
DESCRIPTION:Monthly Meet-Up for WBC Directors & Staff\nTheme: Building a Small Business Holiday Guide: What Works and What Doesn’t \n\n\n\n\nJoin 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. \n\n\n\n\n\n\nDate: Wednesday\, August 21\, 2024\n\n\nTime: 10:00 – 11:00 a.m. PT / 1:00 – 2:00 p.m. ET \n  \nClick here to register.
URL:https://awbc.org/event/wbc-connect-8/
LOCATION:Online\, DC\, United States
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://awbc.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/WBC-Connect.png
ORGANIZER;CN="Association of Womens Business Centers":MAILTO:info@awbc.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240910T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240912T170000
DTSTAMP:20260413T054137
CREATED:20230919T141545Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240820T210414Z
UID:10000168-1725955200-1726160400@awbc.org
SUMMARY:2024 Leadership Conference
DESCRIPTION:2024 AWBC LEADERSHIP CONFERENCE\n											Kansas City\, MO\n		\n			9/10/2024 – 9/12/2024 		\n\n		Sponsors\n	\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n\n		Hotel Details\n	\n	Loews Kansas City Hotel \n1515 Wyandotte St\, Kansas City\, MO 64108 \nRoom rates start at $229 per night \n			\n							Reserve Your Room\n					\n				\n Room Block Open\nMust reserve by August 19\, 2024 using provided link to receive negotiated rate. \n	\n	Registration Fee Per Individual Attendee. \n$100 Discount for purchasing 4 or more tickets. Discount only valid when purchasing 4+ tickets in one transaction. \nRegistrations received after the hotel booking deadline of August 19\, 2024 will be subject to a $100 late fee. \nWelcome Reception included with Conference registration. Only purchase if you are not attending the full conference. \nDue to constraints of the food and beverage and other logistics\, the refund policy is as follows: \n60 Day before event: Full Refund \n30 Days before event: 50% Refund \nLess than 30 Days: Non-Refundable
URL:https://awbc.org/event/2024-leadership-conference/
LOCATION:https://awbc.org/event/2024-leadership-conference/
CATEGORIES:Leadership Conference
ORGANIZER;CN="Association of Womens Business Centers":MAILTO:info@awbc.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241017T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241017T140000
DTSTAMP:20260413T054137
CREATED:20240923T173827Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250228T180552Z
UID:10000198-1729170000-1729173600@awbc.org
SUMMARY:WBC Connect
DESCRIPTION:Monthly Meet-Up for WBC Directors & Staff\nJoin 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. \nTheme: Applying for National SBA Awards for Your WBC & Clients \nThe 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. \nWe’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. \nDate: Thursday\, October 17\nTime: 10:00 – 11:00 a.m. PT / 1:00 – 2:00 p.m. ET \nClick here to register
URL:https://awbc.org/event/wbc-connect-9/
LOCATION:Online\, DC\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Association of Womens Business Centers":MAILTO:info@awbc.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241113T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241113T140000
DTSTAMP:20260413T054137
CREATED:20241002T190333Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250228T181204Z
UID:10000200-1731502800-1731506400@awbc.org
SUMMARY:AWBC Members: Quarterly Member Orientation
DESCRIPTION:Join the AWBC team and your peer WBCs for the AWBC Quarterly Member Orientation! \nLearn 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. \nThis event is open to both new and experienced WBC staff members \nDate: Wednesday\, November 13\, 2024\nTime: 10:00 a.m. PT / 1:00 p.m. ET \nClick Here to Register
URL:https://awbc.org/event/awbc-members-quarterly-member-orientation-6/
LOCATION:Online\, DC\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Association of Womens Business Centers":MAILTO:info@awbc.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241205T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241205T143000
DTSTAMP:20260413T054137
CREATED:20240923T174338Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250228T181155Z
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SUMMARY:National WBC of Excellence Graduation & Closing Ceremony
DESCRIPTION:AWBC is proud to celebrate the recognition of the cohort for the National WBC of Excellence ceremony!\n\nParticipants 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.\n\n\n\nDate: Thursday\, December 5\, 2024 \nTime: 10:00 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. PT / 1:00 – 2:30 p.m. ET \nClick here to register.
URL:https://awbc.org/event/national-wbc-of-excellence-graduation-closing-ceremony-2/
LOCATION:Online\, DC\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Association of Womens Business Centers":MAILTO:info@awbc.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241209T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241209T133000
DTSTAMP:20260413T054137
CREATED:20241203T190415Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250228T181148Z
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SUMMARY:AWBC Conference Encore: Vertical IQ Exclusive Demo for WBCs
DESCRIPTION: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. \nDuring 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. \nIf 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! \n  \nDates & Times: \nMonday\, December 9 at 10 AM PT / 1 PM ET \nThursday\, December 12 at 9AM PT / 12 PM ET \nClick here to register
URL:https://awbc.org/event/awbc-conference-encore-vertical-iq-exclusive-demo-for-wbcs/
LOCATION:Online\, DC\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Association of Womens Business Centers":MAILTO:info@awbc.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241211T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241211T140000
DTSTAMP:20260413T054137
CREATED:20241203T185143Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250228T181133Z
UID:10000202-1733922000-1733925600@awbc.org
SUMMARY:Capital Access for WBCs: What You Need to Know About The Stearns Bank Partnership
DESCRIPTION: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. \nIf 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! \nOptional: 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. \n  \nDate & Time: Wednesday\, December 11 at 10 AM PT / 1 PM ET \nClick here to register
URL:https://awbc.org/event/capital-access-for-wbcs-what-you-need-to-know-about-the-stearns-bank-partnership/
LOCATION:Online\, DC\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Association of Womens Business Centers":MAILTO:info@awbc.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241212T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241212T123000
DTSTAMP:20260413T054137
CREATED:20241203T190522Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250228T181128Z
UID:10000204-1734004800-1734006600@awbc.org
SUMMARY:AWBC Conference Encore: Vertical IQ Exclusive Demo for WBCs
DESCRIPTION: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. \nDuring 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. \nIf 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! \n  \nDates & Times: \nMonday\, December 9 at 10 AM PT / 1 PM ET \nThursday\, December 12 at 9AM PT / 12 PM ET \nClick here to register
URL:https://awbc.org/event/awbc-conference-encore-vertical-iq-exclusive-demo-for-wbcs-2/
LOCATION:Online\, DC\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Association of Womens Business Centers":MAILTO:info@awbc.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250115T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250115T140000
DTSTAMP:20260413T054137
CREATED:20241003T150044Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250228T181121Z
UID:10000201-1736946000-1736949600@awbc.org
SUMMARY:WBC Members: Rural Coalition
DESCRIPTION:Join the AWBC team for the Rural Coalition bi-monthly meeting. \n\nThe Rural Entrepreneurial Environment Outlook for 2025: An open discussion of the current environment for rural entrepreneurship among WBCs. What resources are being affected and how are you handling client concerns? What support does your WBC need to serve the clients in your communities?  \n\nDate: Wednesday\, January 15\, 2025 \nTime: 10:00 a.m. – 11:00 p.m. PT / 1:00 – 2:00 p.m. ET \n  \nClick here to register. \nThis group is designed to focus on the unique opportunities and challenges of serving rural communities.
URL:https://awbc.org/event/rural-coalition-bi-monthly-meet-up-4/
LOCATION:Online\, DC\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Association of Womens Business Centers":MAILTO:info@awbc.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250130T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250130T140000
DTSTAMP:20260413T054137
CREATED:20250107T155049Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250228T181110Z
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SUMMARY:WBC Connect
DESCRIPTION:Monthly Meet-Up for WBC Directors & Staff\nJoin us for the WBC Connect monthly meet-up with your WBC peers for a one-hour discussion. \nTheme: Best Practices in Hosting a Pitch Competition for your WBC Clients \nDate: Thursday\, January 30\nTime: 10:00 PT / 1:00 p.m. ET \nThese 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! \n\n\n\n\nWBCs will also have an opportunity to hear and learn from Betty Hines\, Founder of Women Elevating Women and Tiana Ligon\, COO & CFO of Women Elevating Women on the 5 Pillars of Success. \n\n\n\n\n\n\nClick here to register
URL:https://awbc.org/event/wbc-connect-10/
LOCATION:Online\, DC\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Association of Womens Business Centers":MAILTO:info@awbc.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250131T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250131T150000
DTSTAMP:20260413T054137
CREATED:20250115T173239Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250228T181102Z
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SUMMARY:AWBC Training: Unlock Funding Opportunities with VSBDR
DESCRIPTION:Join the AWBC team for an informative training session on the next round of the Verizon Small Business Digital Ready funding opportunity. \nThis marks our 5th year participating in a program that has already awarded thousands of dollars to Women’s Business Centers nationwide. Let this be the year you take advantage too! \nLearn how to apply\, get your questions answered\, and discover how this program can benefit your WBC. Don’t miss this chance to explore valuable resources\, secure funding\, and enhance your center’s impact! \n  \nDate: Friday\, Jan 31\, 2025 \nTime: 2:00 PM EST / 11:00 AM PST \nClick here to Register
URL:https://awbc.org/event/awbc-training-funding-opportunity-announcements/
LOCATION:Online\, DC\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Association of Womens Business Centers":MAILTO:info@awbc.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250205T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250205T140000
DTSTAMP:20260413T054137
CREATED:20250130T171107Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250228T181056Z
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SUMMARY:How to start selling in Amazon’s store
DESCRIPTION:Join AWBC and HOPE2Women for a 1-hour training on ‘How to Sell in Amazon’s Store‘. \n\n\nIn this session\, discover if you’re ready to sell in Amazon’s store and how to get started. Learn the fundamentals of selling with Amazon including what to sell and when\, how to list and deliver your products\, and how to grow and scale your brand online. We will also share information on the resources and programs Amazon has to help enable small business success.\n\n\nDate: Wednesday\, February 5\nTime: 10am PT / 1pm ET \nClick Here to Register
URL:https://awbc.org/event/how-to-start-selling-in-amazons-store/
LOCATION:DC
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ORGANIZER;CN="Association of Womens Business Centers":MAILTO:info@awbc.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250206T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250206T140000
DTSTAMP:20260413T054137
CREATED:20241213T151509Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250228T181050Z
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SUMMARY:Encore Session: Grant Ready\, Grant Steady: From Proposal to Compliance
DESCRIPTION:Join AWBC and Ascend Ascend Nonprofit & Business Solutions for an insightful training session on organizational readiness for grant acquisition and management\, aimed at equipping fundraisers with best practices in grant fundraising and sustaining compliance beyond the SBA grant. \nLed by experts Dr. Arlene Siller and Daniela Paz from Ascend Nonprofit & Business Solutions\, this training offers essential knowledge and tools to navigate the entire grant process—from pre-award preparation to post-award compliance. \nWhether you’re new to grants or looking to enhance your strategies\, this session provides actionable insights to help you secure funding and ensure long-term success and sustainability. \nIf you didn’t get a chance to connect with Ascend at the Leadership Conference\, here is your chance to learn best practices on grant proposals! Don’t miss this opportunity to elevate your grant strategy and make a lasting impact in your community. \n  \nDate: Thursday\, February 6\, 2025\nTime: 10:00 a.m. PT / 1:00 p.m. ET \nClick here to register
URL:https://awbc.org/event/encore-session-grant-ready-grant-steady-from-proposal-to-compliance/
LOCATION:Online\, DC\, United States
CATEGORIES:Virtual Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Association of Womens Business Centers":MAILTO:info@awbc.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250212T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250212T140000
DTSTAMP:20260413T054137
CREATED:20250127T215438Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250228T180533Z
UID:10000216-1739365200-1739368800@awbc.org
SUMMARY:Sustaining WBC Success: Addressing Cash Flow In WBC Operations
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an engaging virtual event designed specifically for Women’s Business Centers (WBCs) Directors\, hosts\, and/or financial officers. This session will delve into the common cash flow challenges faced by WBCs and explore practical solutions to ensure financial stability and sustainability. Our discussion will cover strategic tools such as establishing a Line of Credit and other financial strategies specifically tailored for WBC operations. \nWho Should Attend: Directors\, financial officers\, and staff of Women’s Business Centers who are seeking solutions to manage WBC operational cash flow challenges. \nKey Takeaways: \n\nUnderstand common cash flow challenges for WBCs.\nLearn how a Line of Credit can support your center’s financial stability.\nExplore actionable solutions and best practices for managing cash flow.\nConnect with peers to share experiences and strategies.\n\nDon’t miss this opportunity to strengthen your WBC’s financial foundation and ensure long-term success! \n  \nDate: Wednesday\, February 12\nTime: 10am PT / 1pm ET \nClick here to register
URL:https://awbc.org/event/sustaining-wbc-success-addressing-cash-flow-in-wbc-operations/
LOCATION:Online\, DC\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Association of Womens Business Centers":MAILTO:info@awbc.org
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