Great Lakes Women's Business Council upcoming events for business growth July 2024

July 16, 2024 1PM - 3PM

I-375 Project RFP / Business Growth Program Information Session

MDOT | Great Lakes WBC | MMSDC

Certified WBE, DBE, and MBE businesses, mark your calendars for July 16, 2024 for this in-person event sponsored by MDOT & Great Lakes Women's Business Council.

Bridging the Gap: Building the Future

GLWBC's Conference brings together women-owned businesses from around the country, corporate and government supplier diversity, and procurement professionals.

Join us for the GLWBC 40th anniversary celebration on Sept. 23, 2024, make sure to add a pop of Ruby to your attire to celebrate!

• Celebrating 40 Years of Impact
• Shared Memories
• Live Music: Detroit Academy of Arts and Sciences (DAAS) Choir
• Networking and Celebration
• Dinner, Beverages, and Dessert

Learn More, Book your Hotel & View the Agenda

Open House celebration for our 40th anniversary of the GLWBC in both locations. Discover how the GLWBC has made a positive impact on countless lives and explore our diverse departments.

Please RSVP by July 12, 2024

WE Succeed: AI and the Competitive Advantage

WE Succeed is the GLWBC’s transformational education and development program, equipping certified Women's Business Enterprise (WBEs) with the tools and knowledge to maximize growth opportunities, grow sustainable businesses, and delve into Al topics in an interactive format.

Explore the Intersection of Women, Business, and Artificial Intelligence (AI)

Don't miss the Reception on July 24 at ALOM

TGLWBC's Women's Business Center has been awarded 3 prestigious awards by the SBA.
Michigan Women’s Business Center of Excellence
Regional Women’s Business Center of Excellence (Illinois, Indiana, Michigan, Minnesota, Ohio, and Wisconsin)
National Women’s Business Center of Excellence (the highest commendation received from SBA)

Great Lakes WBC offers funding for small businesses

Championing Small Business Michigan | Great Lakes WBC

CEED Lending, Spotlight on the News Channel 7

CERTIFICATION

WBENC certification is one of the most widely recognized and respected certifications in the nation.

CORPORATE MEMBERS

Great Lakes WBC is a membership-based organization with over 2,000 members. Corporations, government/public institutions, nonprofits, and small business/individuals that have women spend goals are welcome to join.

CEED LENDING

Providing business expansion financing and small business loans in nine southeast Michigan counties.

WOMEN'S BUSINESS CENTER

Since 1994, the center has served as a U.S. Small Business Administration’s (SBA) Women’s Business Center.

Women's Business Enterprise (WBE) Certification Orientation Sessions

Attend a free orientation session to learn why getting a WBE Certification will help your business grow.

July 10, 2024 | 2 PM EST

July 25, 2024 | 11 AM EST

August 7, 2024 | 11 AM EST

WBE ONBOARDING

The WBE Onboarding is an introductory webinar and overview of how WBENC and Great Lakes WBC is here to support your business growth.

WBE TOOLKIT TRAINING

The WBE Toolkit training will outfit you with the strategies and tools to maximize your new certification. This webinar will strengthen and grow your WBENC network and opportunities.

August 6, 2024

October 15, 2024

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