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MOUNTAIN VIEW COLLEGE CONFERENCE | |
The 2012 Mountain View College Supplier Diversity and Innovative Small Business Conference for the North Texas area, is a full day conference and lunch and it is open to the public.
WBCS will be an exhibitor, and president Debbie Hurst will be a panelist at the
"Navigating the Procurement Maze" workshop.
Tickets are $10
Thursday, June 28, 2012, 8:30 a.m. - 3 p.m.
Mountain View College, 4849 West Illinois Avenue, Dallas, TX 75211
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Join us for WBCS Council Orientation to learn how your WBCS membership and WBE certification can help your business.
This introduction is a great way to boost the benefits of your WBCS membership right off the bat and learn the answers to the question, "I'm a member, now what?"
Staff and other council members will be there tomeet you and share their Council experiences and how membership has benefited them. You will also have the opportunity to meet other WBCS members that are attending the Council Orientation for the first time.
Don't forget to bring plenty of business cards!
Women's Business Council-Southwest
2201 N. Collins Suite 158
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WBENC NEWS | |
The 2012 Tuck-WBENC Executive Program:
One Week Leads to Years of Growth
The annual Tuck-WBENC Executive Program, brought to you by IBM will be held September 30 through October 5, 2012.
New this year, the program will be held at the IBM Learning Center in Armonk, N.Y.
The Tuck-WBENC Executive Program is an intensive, five-day executive development program for WBENC certified Women Business Enterprises (WBEs).
It is an intensive learning experience that focuses primarily on increasing the competitive advantage and robustness of the participant's own business. Up to 50 WBE attendees will form a learning community that will continue to provide a source of support, expertise, opportunities and strategic alliances long after graduation.
The curriculum includes finance, marketing, operations and service while incorporating a collaborative learning
environment.
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GOVERNMENT PROCUREMENT CONFERENCE | |
The Women's Business Council-Southwest is proud to be a partner of The Texas Government Procurement Conference.
In its 16th year, the confeence continues to be the most important and largest procurement conference in North Central Texas.
Wednesday, July 18, 2012
8 a.m. - 4 p.m
Arlington Convention Center
1501 Convention Center Dr.
Arlington, Texas 76011
Registration is open. |
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2012 SAVE THE DATES |
June 14, 2012
Mindful Women Panel Discussion
June 19-21, 2012
WBENC National Conference & Business Fair
June 21, 2012
Architecture, Construction and Engineering (ACE) Breakfast
June 25, 2012
Member Orientation
June 26, 2012
Austin Council Connection
June 26, 2012
Alliance Texas
July 10, 2012
Table Topics Luncheon
July 17, 2012
July Business Insights
July 19, 2012
Metrocrest Chamber of Commerce Women's Business Forum
July 23, 2012
Member Orientation
July 31, 2012
Austin Council Connection
August 1, 2012
Albuquerque WBCS Workshop and Reception
August 7, 2012
Table Topics Luncheon
August 27, 2012
Member Orientation
August 28, 2012
Austin Council Connection
September 4, 2012
Table Topics Luncheon
September 6, 2012
September 24, 2012
Member Orientation
September 25, 2012
Austin Council Connection
October 2, 2012
Table Topics Luncheon
October 16, 2012
Architecture, Construction and Engineering (ACE) Breakfast
October 22, 2012
Member Orientation
October 30, 2012
Austin Council Connection
November 6, 2012
November 13, 2012
November 26, 2012
Member Orientation
November 27, 2012
Austin Council Connection
December 13, 2012
Architecture, Construction and Engineering (ACE) Breakfast
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WBCS STAFF | Debbie Hurst
President
817-299-0566 ext 208
Debbie Barnard
Austin Program Manager
512-694-2556
Flo Cox
Finance & Operations Manager
817-299-0566 ext 203
Kelly Francis
Certification Program
817-299-0566 ext 210
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I sure hope you are all reading this bi-weekly newsletter, because it's the perfect snapshot of all that's going on in the Council. It gives you important dates and opportunities in a concise and consolidated way. It's really our primary communication vehicle with the membership. Please encourage your fellow Council Members to rely on it for the most current information on all that the Council offers.
Another critical WBCS communication tool is our Web site which we just enhanced. You should have received an e-mail at the end of May announcing the new site and asking you to go online and access the members only section with your personal ID and password. Please take a couple of minutes to do that because I think you will be pleased with our new features. For one thing you can now post your Done Deals™ online, and we are now capturing WBE to WBE spend along with our longstanding practice of capturing corporate spend. Read about the deals that are being done and who's doing business.
We are also using the members' only portal to advertise bid opportunities being made available by any of our corporate or WBE members. This can be a real time-saver and link to opportunities and potential suppliers with just a click.
Our versatile calendar and listing of upcoming events is much more comprehensive and easy to access and we are showcasing our members in new and different ways. Check out our Lillie Knox recipients through the years and read about each of the members being "highlighted" on our home page.
Stay cool and safe as you travel this summer and I hope to see many of you at the WBENC National Conference in Orlando, Florida in just a few weeks!
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WBCS ENHANCED WEB SITE | |
Have you checked out our enhanced Web site? We have a fresher look and more features for our membership.
Don't miss the opportunity to check out the Done Deals™ Dashboard, view posted bid opportunities, members spotlight and much more!
If you have not logged in yet, go to
http://www.wbcsouthwest.org and follow the instructions below.
- Click on Member Login (leave user name and password blank)
- That takes the user to the login page member access page where user can request new password
- User can enter *user name OR email address. Note: email address is the one the one WBCS has on file
- This message will display on the page "Further instructions have been sent to your e-mail address."
*User name is your first name and last name separated by a period, example john.smith |
| HARVESTING PARTNERSHIPS | |
Register Today! To help you plan accordingly, WBCS has launched online registration for Harvesting Partnerships early this year!
Register to reserve a seat at two of four (4) workshops designed for corporations and WBEs packed with relevant business and personal development topics that are sure to equip you throughout 2013!
Sponsorship Opportunities Available! - WBCS appreciates its member support through sponsorships. WBCS has sponsorships available for Harvesting Partnerships ... the annual Lillie R. Knox Memorial Luncheon and educational symposium designed to take your business to the next level ... on September 6, 2012. Sponsorship opportunities with complimentary admissions and marketing benefits for your company are a great way to support WBCS programming while sharing your company brand with WBCS members. Check out sponsorship levels and benefits!
Lillie Knox Investing for Growth Award - Who couldn't use extra cash to grow your business! By identifying a critical business need and completing a 1-page application, you can receive up to $5,000 cash! Attend the July Business Insights (6/17) and learn from past Investing for Growth award recipients about strategies for submitting a compelling application. Register for the July Business Insights today.
Volunteers - Volunteer support is at the heart of everything we do at WBCS ... and it is what makes Harvesting Partnerships a tremendous success! We need YOU to lend a hand on day of the event as a room monitor (for the workshops), raffle ticket seller, greeter and more. Please review the Volunteer Sign-Up Form and see what area you would be interested in assisting. |
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MEMBER NEWS | |
The New Mexico Business Weekly's Social Madness
The New Mexico Business Weekly's Social Madness contest is in full swing!
Companies earn points by getting votes from fans, on September 11, three national winners will be announced. A charitable donation of $10,000 each will be made on behalf of the three national winners.
Look for WBCS member EXHIB-IT! in the small business category and vote for them now!
Harris Packaging Corporation Named Small Business of the Year by Fort Worth Chamber of Commerce
Harris Packaging Corporation has received the 2012 Small Business of the Year Award from the Fort Worth Chamber of Commerce. Owners Joe Harris, Jenise Harris-Cox and Jana Harris accepted the award at Mayor Betsy Price's State of the City address at the Fort Worth Convention Center February 23.
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ARCHITECTURE CONSTRUCTION AND ENGINEERING (ACE) LUNCHEON | |
Opportunities to work with the Trinity River Vision Authority Project
The Trinity River Vision is a master plan for 88 miles of the Trinity River and its major tributaries in Fort Worth. More than a decade in the making, the master plan was conceived by volunteers and community leaders, and adopted by city, county and state officials.
The Trinity River Vision Authority has an aggressive diverse business program which strives to provide bid opportunities for all on the Trinity River Vision - Central City project. Come learn how you can be part of this North Texas history project, and the events and opportunities involved with the TRVA. Presented by Shanna Cates, TRVA Thursday June 21, 2012 11:15 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.
Purdy-McGuire 17300 N. Dallas Parkway
Suite 3000
Dallas, Texas 75248 Register now! |
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Business Insights give small business owners and corporations information on current business trends, quality networking and potential procurement opportunities between women business owners and corporate purchasing representatives.
This event will spotlight a panel discussion for WBEs and (Corporate) Sustaining members titled Set Your Sights on the Lillie Knox Cash Award, featuring members of the Lillie Knox Award Selection Committee and past recipients of the Lillie Knox Investing for Growth Award.
WBEs will gain clarity around the application process and how to position their company for top consideration while (Corporate) Sustaining members will learn how to support the growth of women business enterprises through this important initiative.
There are sponsorship opportunities still available.
Addison Conference Center
15650 Addison Road
Addison, Texas 75001
Tuesday, July 17, 2012
3:30 - 6:00 p.m.
Register today!
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WBENC NATIONAL CONFERENCE | |
The 2012 WBENC Conference is June 19-21.
Make the best of your conference experience by:
One of the workshops, "Technology Solutions for Small Business" is offered by AT&T at 2:30, 3:30 and 4:30 p.m. on June 20th.
Each session will provide information about technology solutions that can give small businesses a competitive advantage in the marketplace.
Choose the best time for you and be sure to add it to My Show Planner.
Register today!
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MINDFUL WOMEN | |
Coaching vs. Consulting
How Do You Decide For You and Your Business?
With the growth of the professional/business coaching industry, one of the questions most asked is "What is the difference between coaching and consulting?"
Learn the answers from Linda Swindling, Journey On! and a panel of local academic professionals on how to decide when you need a coach or a counselor, what type of coach do you look for and what type of credentials they may need. Or ... are you better off with a good business consultant?
Panelists:
Judith F. Feld, MCC - ACTP Training Director, Executive and Professional Coaching, University of Texas at Dallas, School of Management
Wayne Huddleston - Director, Tarrant Small Business Development Center
Francesca Spinelli, Ph.D. - SMU MBA Instructor
Paulette Turner, MBA - Integrated Leadership Concepts, Inc. and TCU Coach for Executive MBA Students
Facilitator:
Linda Swindling, Journey On!
Thursday, June 14, 2012
3 - 6 p.m.
Brinker International
6700 LBJ Freeway
Bldg. C, CR Play Room
Dallas, Texas 75240
Thank you to our sponsors.
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| ALLIANCE TEXAS PROCUREMENT FAIR | |
On June 26th, the 10th Annual Alliance Texas Small Business Procurement Fair is returning to the Arlington Convention Center.
A primary challenge for business is to be aware of current regulations and guidelines.
This conference provides opportunities to meet buyers and contracting officers from major military bases, the surrounding states, and large companies to discuss business opportunities. Educational sessions will provide current information on emerging new standards and provide you with the tools to bid and contract successfully, gain valuable information and share success stories.
Take a look at the schedule of events, and register soon.
Arlington Convention Center
1200 Ballpark Way
Arlington, TX 76011
Event Hours:
7:30 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. |
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ALL ABOUT AUSTIN | |
Moving from Kansas to Oz - Embracing Risk
Get your ruby slippers ready!
With a big gust of wind, you find yourself in a whole new world where nothing looks the same anymore.
How do you move ahead and create growth in such an unknown environment? In today's world, your well designed business plan may no longer work. To improve your odds for growth, it may be time to consider changes in your risk assumptions and action plan.
Today's companies need to learn to live with a strategic view of risk and find innovative ways to adapt to it.
Join Katie Johnson, President of Upshaw Johnson Company, as she walks you through the upside and downside of risk.
You will learn:
- A few insights from Oz
- Clues to your personal risk appetite
- Five steps for successfully embracing risk
We promise, no flying monkeys!
Tuesday, June 26, 2012
11:15 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.
Chez Zee American Bistro
5406 Balcones Drive
Austin, Texas 78731
Seating is limited; be sure to register early.
Accepting online registrations through June 21, 2012.
Austin Business Journal Nominations
The Austin Business Journal will be honoring the 2012 Profiles in Power & Women of Influence in Central Texas.
Nominations are open for women in Central Texas who have forged their own path and developed their own leadership principles.
Nomination deadline is June 15th.
The winners will be recognized at an event on August 2nd at the AT&T Executive Education and Conference Center.
Registration will be open soon. |
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TERRITORY NEWS
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Northwest Arkansas
Women InVESTing in Women
Thank you to Arvest Bank for inviting us to speak at their Bentonville Chapter Women InVESTing in Women Luncheon. We hope the attendees realized how WBE certification and WBCS membership can benefit their business.
BNSF Sponsored WBCS Reception
On August 1, BNSF will be sponsoring a WBCS reception in Albuquerque from 4 to 7 p.m. at the Embassy Suites Hotel. Dale Granda, founder and CEO of Bigger, Faster, Smarter Solutions (BFS Solutions) will discuss winning results and the role change plays. He will examine why change is still so difficult, be it a wide scale organizational change or individuals merely looking to improve performance. Cost $20
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