Women's Business Enterprise Center East

Women's Business Enterprise Center East WBEC East provides WBENC women business enterprise certification as well as educational, networking, procurement-related, and informational services.

The Women’s Business Development Center (WBDC) is the first gender-focused small business development center in the Mid-Atlantic Region. Formed in July 1995 with the assistance of a matching grant from the U.S. Small Business Administration's Office of Women Business Ownership, the WBDC fosters the development and retention of successful businesses by delivering resources that enable individuals t

o start new businesses and grow existing ones. While the center is dedicated to the economic empowerment of women, the services are open to all individuals. Working with a broad spectrum of clients from all socio-economic backgrounds, ranging from aspiring micro-entrepreneurs to owners of fast growth ventures, WBDC provides them an environment in which business owners can meet, organize, learn from and support each other in their entrepreneurial efforts.

Fall is full of opportunities to connect, learn, and give back with the RISE community! Join us at upcoming events acros...
09/04/2026

Fall is full of opportunities to connect, learn, and give back with the RISE community! Join us at upcoming events across the region and make meaningful connections along the way.

📍 Pittsburgh RISE: Breakfast + Networking
September 23 | 9:00–11:00 AM | Cranberry, PA

📍 Philadelphia RISE: AI In Action
September 28 | 8:00–10:00 AM | Media, PA

📍 RISE on the Ritz: Pre-Desserts & More Networking
October 22 | 4:00–5:15 PM | Philadelphia, PA

Learn more at our events page 🔗https://wbeceast.com/events/

Join us for three free virtual sessions designed to help you launch, grow, and fund your business.✨ Entrepreneur Readine...
09/02/2026

Join us for three free virtual sessions designed to help you launch, grow, and fund your business.

✨ Entrepreneur Readiness – September 9th
Get clear on what it takes to start strong and reduce the risks of launching your business.

✨ VSBDR: $10K Grants Info Session – September 10th
Learn how to register and explore the library of online courses, grant funding, and more!

✨ Lender Link – September 17th
Understand how to access capital, whether you’re scaling up or preparing to launch.

✨ SBA Launchpad: Resources + Q&A – September 23rd
Learn about the SBA's array of programs and services!

Register at our events page!

💼 Are you a Women-Owned Business ready to grow and connect with new opportunities? wants to do business with you!Join u...
09/01/2026

💼 Are you a Women-Owned Business ready to grow and connect with new opportunities? wants to do business with you!

Join us for an informative session and learn:
✔️ How to become a registered supplier
✔️ Current & future procurement opportunities
✔️ How they support small + local businesses

Register today and take the first step!

🔗https://wbeceast.com/2026/02/23/doing-business-with-university-of-delaware/

🧁Showcase Your Sweet Success at Philadelphia's Premier Entrepreneurial Celebration!Bakers, caterers, dessert makers, an...
08/28/2026

🧁Showcase Your Sweet Success at Philadelphia's Premier Entrepreneurial Celebration!

Bakers, caterers, dessert makers, and food-based businesses are invited to showcase their products at our Annual Fundraiser, Desserts & More, on October 22, 2026 at the Bellevue Hotel in Philadelphia.

Whether you're an established bakery, an up-and-coming caterer, or an innovative food entrepreneur, this is an excellent opportunity to gain visibility, build connections, and leave a lasting impression, one delicious bite at a time.

Apply today! 🔗 https://wbeceast.com/2026/07/01/2026-wbec-east-dessert-showcase/

💼 Are you a Women-Owned Business ready to grow and connect with new opportunities? wants to do business with you!Join ...
08/26/2026

💼 Are you a Women-Owned Business ready to grow and connect with new opportunities? wants to do business with you!

Join us for an informative session and learn:
✔️ How to become a registered supplier
✔️ Current & future procurement opportunities
✔️ How they support small + local businesses
Register today and take the first step!

🔗https://wbeceast.com/2026/02/23/doing-business-with-ey-4/

One week left to apply for our TWO PITCH COMPETITIONS!This year, we're encouraging every eligible entrepreneur to submit...
08/25/2026

One week left to apply for our TWO PITCH COMPETITIONS!

This year, we're encouraging every eligible entrepreneur to submit their pitch to both the Pitch Competition and the WBEC-East & Capital One Pitch Competition.

These opportunities are about so much more than prize money. They're about refining your story, building connections, gaining visibility, and putting your business in front of decision-makers who want to hear what you have to offer.

🎥 Start with a 60-second pitch video. 📅 Submit by August 31. 🏆 Compete for cash prizes, coaching, exposure, and growth. Learn more at our event page!

Why choose one opportunity when you can leverage both?

Now taking applications for our Fall 2026 FastTrac Series!📆10 Sessions: September 24th – December 3rd🕠Thursday evenings,...
08/25/2026

Now taking applications for our Fall 2026 FastTrac Series!

📆10 Sessions: September 24th – December 3rd
🕠Thursday evenings, 6:00 – 9:00 PM | Virtual

The Kauffman FastTrac® series is a comprehensive program designed to help you evaluate and perfect your business concept, as well as complete your own extensive business plan.

You will learn alongside a group of entrepreneurs, experienced facilitators, and people with start-up business experience who understand the hurdles of starting a new enterprise.

Graduates of the course receive a certificate and lifetime access to the online FastTrac® toolkit. The deadline to apply is September 9th!! Apply for free at the link below.

➡ https://form.jotform.com/201944329195056 ⬅

Limited financial aid and scholarships are available to those who qualify. Apply for either within the FastTrac application. Upon receipt of your application, WBEC-East will contact you for a brief interview.

Opportunity Ambassadors Session 2: Joint Ventures & Other B2B RelationshipsLearn how collaborating with other businesses...
08/21/2026

Opportunity Ambassadors Session 2: Joint Ventures & Other B2B Relationships

Learn how collaborating with other businesses—whether fellow small disadvantaged businesses, larger corporations, or complementary service providers—can help expand capacity, access new markets, and unlock growth opportunities. We'll discuss the benefits and risks of partnerships, key legal and operational considerations, and strategies for building successful business relationships that drive mutual success.

📅 Thursday, August 27, 2026
🕐 1:00 PM ET on Zoom

Don't miss this opportunity to explore how the right partnership can help take your business to the next level. 🚀

🔗https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_22_JWfLEQ5e7HIrBZ3S_Sw #/registration

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123 S. Broad Street, Suite 500
Philadelphia, PA
19109

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Monday 8am - 6pm
Tuesday 8am - 6pm
Wednesday 8am - 6pm
Thursday 8am - 6pm
Friday 8am - 6pm

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