April 3, 2025, 9:30 AM - 2:00 PM
Lincoln University, PA
Business owners, students, and procurement representatives are all welcome for a day of valuable sessions, meet & greet networking, and student career coaching.
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APR
03
03
APR
08
08
April 8, 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Online Webinar
Join us for an informative webinar to learn about SJI’s supplier sourcing and procurement initiatives.
Fee: $15
APR
14
14
April 14, 12:00 – 1:30 PM
SBA Eastern Pennsylvania District
If you’re just starting your business journey or always dreamt of owning your own business, this workshop is for you! We'll introduce you to all WBEC-East has to offer to help you on the entrepreneurial journey.
No Fee
APR
16
16
April 16 - May 14
Virtual Series
Have you ever wondered how to do business with the U.S. government? In this interactive webinar, we'll learn about GSA's supplier sourcing and procurement initiatives.
No Fee
APR
16
16
April 16, 11:00 am - 12:00 pm
Online Webinar
Join us for the first workshop of Doing Business with GSA to learn about subcontracting with the federal government, and more!
No Fee
APR
22
22
April 22, 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Online Webinar
Join us for an informative webinar to learn about the Pennsylvania Convention Center's supplier sourcing and procurement initiatives.
Fee: $15
APR
23
23
April 23, 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
Online Webinar
Join Jonathan Sklar of Bank of America to learn more about how to locate and proceed with commercial real estate in your area.
No Fee
APR
30
30
April 30, 11:00 am - 12:00 pm
Online Webinar
Join us for our second workshop of the Federal Contracting Series to learn more about what the U.S. General Services Administration (GSA) offer!
No Fee
MAY
06
06
May 6, 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Online Webinar
Join us for an informative webinar to learn about Pfizer's supplier sourcing and procurement initiatives.
Fee: $15
MAY
08
08
May 8, 12:00 – 1:00 PM
Online Webinar
Join WBEC-East and Sky's the Limit to discuss the importance of accessibility in the workplace. Together, we will cover topics of personal preference, compliance, and tools to create an accessible business.
No Fee
MAY
14
14
May 14, 11:00 am - 12:00 pm
Online Webinar
Join GSA and learn how to develop effective responses to Requests for Information (RFIs), Requests for Proposals (RFPs) and Requests for Quotes (RFQs).
No Fee
MAY
19
19
May 19, 12:30 – 2:00 PM
Online Webinar
If you’re just starting your business journey or always dreamt of owning your own business, this workshop is for you! We'll introduce you to all WBEC-East has to offer to help you on the entrepreneurial journey.
No Fee
MAY
20
20
May 20, 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Online Webinar
Join us for an informative webinar to learn about PGW's supplier sourcing and procurement initiatives.
Fee: $15
MAY
20
20
May 20, 6:00 – 8:00 PM
Online Webinar
This two-hour workshop will provide valuable information on how to access capital to help your business grow.
No Fee
MAY
28
28
May 28, 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
Online Webinar
Join Jonathan Sklar of Bank of America to learn more about key steps to unlocking better financing, lower interest rates, and building the foundation for strong and long-term success.
No Fee
MAY
29
29
May 14, 11:00 AM – 2:30 PM
Highmark Health, Pittsburgh, PA
Meet + Greet with Western PA corporate leaders across all industries at this highly attended luncheon!
Fee: $44
JUN
03
03
June 3, 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Online Webinar
Join us for an informative webinar to learn about Caesars Entertainment Inc.'s supplier sourcing and procurement initiatives.
Fee: $15
JUN
04
04
June 4, 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM
PPL’s Walbert Training Center, Allentown, PA
Meet + greet with utility corporate leaders in the across the region and a highly attended luncheon!
Fee: $44
JUN
10
10
June 10, 12:00 – 1:00 PM
Online Webinar
We all know what self care is, but how do we practice it as entrepreneurs? Join our panel of seasoned business owners and mental health advocates on self care through the seasons.
No Fee
JUN
11
11
June 11, 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Online Webinar
Join Jonathan Sklar of Bank of America to learn more about how to safeguard your assets, reputation, and customer trust in an increasingly digital world.
No Fee
JUN
17
17
June 17, 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Online Webinar
Join us for an informative webinar to learn about Aramark's supplier sourcing and procurement initiatives.
Fee: $15
JUN
20
20
June 20, 11:00 – 12:30 PM
In-person, WBEC-East
If you’re just starting your business journey or always dreamt of owning your own business, this workshop is for you! We'll introduce you to all WBEC-East has to offer to help you on the entrepreneurial journey.
No Fee
JUL
08
08
3 Sessions, July 8 to July 22
Tuesday Evenings, 6:00 – 8:00 PM
Online, WBEC-East Virtual Classroom
A workshop series that helps understand the fundamentals of business finance.
No Fee
JUL
08
08
July 8, 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
In this first week, we will help you understand the basics of managing your business cashflow, building and expanding your business finances, and financially protecting your business.
No Fee
JUL
15
15
July 15, 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
What is the link between & separation of business & personal finances? How do you pay yourself? In this week’s workshop we outline different business structures and how they impact organizing your finances.
No Fee
JUL
17
17
July 17, 2:00 – 3:30 PM
Online Webinar
If you’re just starting your business journey or always dreamt of owning your own business, this workshop is for you! We'll introduce you to all WBEC-East has to offer to help you on the entrepreneurial journey.
No Fee
JUL
22
22
July 22, 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
This week’s workshop will focus on where to find funding for your business, what lenders look for, what the borrowing process entails, and how to create your business borrowing profile.
No Fee
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AUG
06
06
August 6, 2:00 – 3:30 PM
In-person, WBEC-East
If you’re just starting your business journey or always dreamt of owning your own business, this workshop is for you! We'll introduce you to all WBEC-East has to offer to help you on the entrepreneurial journey.
No Fee
AUG
21
21
August 21 - September 18
In-Person, SBA Eastern PA Office
Interested in taking the whole 5-week series? Register here for a discount!
Fee: $35 per workshop, $155 for entire series
AUG
21
21
August 21, 6:00 - 8:00 pm
In-Person, SBA Eastern PA Office
Evaluate your business idea and learn how to take the next steps towards becoming a business owner.
Fee: $35 per workshop
AUG
28
28
August 28, 6:00 - 8:00 pm
In-Person, SBA Eastern PA Office
Learn the importance of researching the market so you can develop a strong business that will succeed.
Fee: $35 per workshop
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SEP
04
04
September 4, 6:00 - 8:00 pm
In-Person, SBA Eastern PA Office
Learn how to analyze sources of revenue, project sales, and determine start-up costs.
Fee: $35 per workshop
SEP
09
09
September 9, 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Online Webinar
Join us for an informative webinar to learn about Allegheny County's supplier sourcing and procurement initiatives.
Fee: $15
SEP
09
09
September 9, 4:00 – 5:30 PM
Online Webinar
If you’re just starting your business journey or always dreamt of owning your own business, this workshop is for you! We'll introduce you to all WBEC-East has to offer to help you on the entrepreneurial journey.
No Fee
SEP
11
11
September 11, 6:00 - 8:00 pm
In-Person, SBA Eastern PA Office
Sound business planning is an essential ingredient for success. We'll show you how to start writing yours.
Fee: $35 per workshop
SEP
18
18
September 18, 6:00 - 8:00 pm
In-Person, SBA Eastern PA Office
Our panel of experts will help you understand the tricky legal, insurance and licensing aspects so you can launch your business with confidence.
Fee: $35 per workshop
SEP
23
23
September 23, 12:00 – 1:00 PM
Online Webinar
Have you been considering a joint venture but have no idea where to begin? Join WBEC-East and our expert guest speakers.
No Fee
SEP
29
29
September 29, 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Online Webinar
So you got your LLC...what now? This webinar will provide insight on how to get your LLC off the ground and off to a good start!
No Fee
SEP
30
30
September 30, 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Online Webinar
Join us for an informative webinar to learn about EY's supplier sourcing and procurement initiatives.
Fee: $15
SEP
30
30
10 Weeks, September 30 to December 2
Tuesday Evenings, 6:00 – 9:00 PM
Virtual, WBEC-East
The ultimate entrepreneurial prep course for women with a strong business concept.
Fee: $300, full scholarships available as well as need-based financial aid
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OCT
09
09
October 9, 7:00 – 8:30 PM
In-person, WBEC-East
If you’re just starting your business journey or always dreamt of owning your own business, this workshop is for you! We'll introduce you to all WBEC-East has to offer to help you on the entrepreneurial journey.
No Fee
OCT
22
22
October 22, 6:00 – 8:00 PM
Online Webinar
This two-hour workshop will provide valuable information on how to access capital to help your business grow.
No Fee
OCT
28
28
October 28, 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Online Webinar
Join us for an informative webinar to learn about the Federal Reserve Bank of Philadelphia's supplier sourcing and procurement initiatives.
Fee: $15
November Download 2020 Calendar
NOV
13
13
November 13, 4:00 – 5:30 PM
Online Webinar
If you’re just starting your business journey or always dreamt of owning your own business, this workshop is for you! We'll introduce you to all WBEC-East has to offer to help you on the entrepreneurial journey.
No Fee
December Download 2020 Calendar
DEC
15
15
December 15, 4:00 – 5:30 PM
In-person, WBEC-East
If you’re just starting your business journey or always dreamt of owning your own business, this workshop is for you! We'll introduce you to all WBEC-East has to offer to help you on the entrepreneurial journey.
No Fee