The Women’s Business Enterprise National Council is the largest third-party certifier of women-owned businesses and a leading advocate for women business owners and entrepreneurs.

Reported Metrics 

-Over $51 billion spent on WBENC-certified WBEs in 2018 by WBENC’s Top Corporations alone

-Over 16,000 certified companies 

-WBENC’s certification is accepted by over 1,000 corporations across America as well as various states, cities and government entities. 

Resources & Opportunities: 

-WBENC has a database it utilizes to connect women owned businesses to various organizations

-Find a list of educational programs and grants offered by WBENC here

-The council has a wide list of in-class programming, events and networking opportunities designed to help women-owned businesses.

-WBENC has a Covid-19 resource centre 

Pro Tips: 

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Our Review

The Women’s Business Enterprise National Council was founded in 1997 and is the largest third-party certifier of women-owned businesses. The WBENC certification gives women-owned businesses a chance to compete for opportunities with 1,000 American corporations, brands, cities, and states, all ready to work with women-owned small businesses. 

The council is a leading advocate for women business owners and entrepreneurs. It offers tailored solutions that address various issues women face in setting up and running businesses. These include public campaigns to promote women-owned businesses, education programs, and grants. The council has a newly launched platform to help women deal with the devastating effects of Covid-19 on small businesses. 

WBNEC has 14 Regional Partner Organizations (RPOs). These work to assist women-owned businesses earn its certification. Certification is quite affordable, starting at $350 for businesses earning under $1 million. 

WBENC Says:

“Throughout the year, WBENC provides best-in-class programming, events and networking opportunities for women-owned businesses, supplier diversity experts, government and corporate procurement professionals, and other industry and thought leaders throughout the U.S. From our signature events to executive education programs, we are dedicated to connecting women-owned businesses and our Corporate and Government Members in meaningful ways, as well as providing the programs and resources that enhance business development and growth.”

Website

https://www.wbenc.org/