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WELCOME WBCS MEMBERS | |
Bullseye Database Marketing
Genesco Sports
Enterprises
Mollica and Associates
Peachtree Telecommunications International
Sierra Plastics and Regency Plastics
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MINORITY SMALL BUSINESS BANKING FORUM |
Trinity River Campus
Action Plan Conference Room
300 Trinity Campus Circle
Fort Worth, TX 76102
For more information and to register, view the event flyer. |
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BUNDLE AND $AVE | |
2013 Sponsorship Bundle Package is Now Available
I know that many of you are beginning to plan your 2013 budgets and WBCS wants you to have everything you need to make decisions about how your company will participate in the many events and programs offered by the Council in 2013.
The 2013 Sustaining Member Bundle Package and the WBE Bundle Package are now available on the WBCS website. You won't want to miss the Parade of Stars Awards Gala at the beautiful downtown Omni Hotel, and check out the new sponsorships and format for our businessWORKS! Expo. Complete the bundle package and save up to 100% on your annual membership dues!
For questions or to submit your completed bundle worksheet email Flo Cox or call 817-299-0566 ext. 203.
Start planning now and get the biggest bang for your buck!!
Debbie Hurst
WBCS President |
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WBCS STAFF
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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 Associate
817-299-0566 ext 210
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HARVESTING PARTNERSHIPS RECAP |
Thanks to everyone that attended our Harvesting Partnerships Educational Symposium on September 6. We had a great turnout and we hope everyone enjoyed the day's events!
Melinda Marcus of InPSYCHS was the keynote speaker and discussed how subtle changes in the way you present yourself make a huge difference in your desired outcome.
Katie Johnson of Upshaw Johnson, whisked us away to Oz during the General Session to learn the best way to embrace risk as it relates to the way you think. Our workshops focused on Mobile Apps, Negotiating, Life Balance and Staying Ahead of the Trends.
2012 Lillie Knox Award Winners
From the Featured Charity
"Thank you and the members of Women's Business Council- Southwest for choosing us as your featured charity. Because of your generosity, we received $1,814 in cash donations and 125 Hope-in-a-boxes for the kids. Your staff and members are amazing. Thanks to all."
Brenda Cannon
Thanks again to our great sponsors!
Corporate Title Sponsor
Underwriter Sponsors
 
Diamond Sponsor
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| DONE DEALS™ | |
WBEs, here's your chance to nominate those who have helped you along the way! You have the opportunity to nominate for two different Done Deals™ Awards.
Nominations are due September 28.
Sustaining Champion Award Description & Criteria:
The Sustaining Champion award goes to an outstanding individual (executive, buyer or supplier diversity professional) employed by a Corporate (Sustaining) Member company, who was instrumental in securing business for a WBCS WBE. The Sustaining Champion introduced the WBE to the appropriate decision-makers within their company and identified the right fit for her business services and/or products, helped secure procurement opportunities for the WBE, acted as a guide and mentor on the journey to doing business with the corporation and played an active role along the way.
Women Working Together Award Description & Criteria:
The Women Working Together award recognizes an outstanding Done Deal™ between WBE members of the Women's Business Council - Southwest. Emphasis will be placed on the "story" behind the deal (i.e., details behind the initial meeting, negotiating and deal-signing, contribution of each party, why doing business with fellow WBEs is valuable). This deal should highlight the importance of WBE to WBE business opportunities.
Awards will be presented at Power to Potential on November 6.
View the newest Done Deals™ - business being done between WBCS members. Have a deal you want to submit? Login to your account and give us the scoop! All information will be approved by both parties prior to publication. If you need assistance logging in, please contact Monica Runion. |
| JPS HEALTH NETWORK VENDOR CONFERENCE RECAP | |
WBCS exhibited at the first annual JPS Health Network Vendor Conference on September 18.
Close to 200 attendees were given information on procurement opportunities available, and the benefits of having the certifications required to do business with the vendors. |
| WBCS MEMBER NEWS | |
Congratulations to Crown Trophy the 2012 recipient of the Fred Moses Minority Business Development Award from the Plano Chamber of Commerce.
The Dallas Business Journal's Best Places to Work 2012 - Dallas Business Journal
Among the companies receiving the award are WBCS members, BridgeWork Partners , Brinker International, Social Media Delivered and, Transwestern.
Congratulations!
WBENC's September President's Report
IBM was named as one of the top Corporations with the best practices in their September President's Report.
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THE SOUTHWEST REGIONAL TRANSPORTATION CONFERENCE RECAP
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On September 14, WBCS was an exhibitor at the 2012 Southwest Regional Transportation Conference hosted by the Minority Transportation Officials (COMTO) - Dallas Chapter.
The Conference workshops informed small businesses and minority- and women-owned businesses about transportation projects in the state of Texas, and contract opportunities that are available.
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ALL ABOUT AUSTIN | |
September Austin Council Connection
Ingredients for a Powerful Brand
What is a "Brand" Really?
How do you ensure your consumers memory of your company is what you intend for the brand?
We will take a step back to the work of psychologist Carl Yung and embrace the stories, emotions and personas that shape our unconscious memory.
Kirsten Cutshall, president of Steel Branding will discuss how your organization can use Archetypal Branding to guide its marketing decisions and align your organization to create a brand that people are passionate about. This presentation will introduce the core principles of Archetypal Branding that ensure customers identify, relate with and, ultimately, remember your brand the way you want it to be remembered.
October 24 - Save The Date
The Texas Conference for Women will be held in Austin on October 24, 2012, at the Austin Convention Center.
Be sure to use the WBCS code TXCP98 when you register, to receive the special discount!
This year, representatives from the WBCS and Women's Business Enterprise Alliance (WBEA) will join together to be sure we have the whole state covered as we offer information on national WBENC certification, membership in the Councils, and benefits both Councils can offer women-owned businesses and corporations.
The Conference features nationally recognized speakers who share their wisdom and expertise on a wide range of personal and professional development topics, helping you find clarity on your goals and what you need to accomplish them. This is a very empowering event for women, and WBCS is happy to be a Supporting Organization.
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ARCHITECTURE, CONSTRUCTION AND ENGINEERING (ACE) LUNCHEON
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Plan for the Best, Prepare for the Worst:
Surviving Construction Disputes
When things go right, working in the construction industry can be profitable. When things go wrong, dealing with a dispute can cost you time and resources. Women's Business Council-Southwest's ACE Group brings you a panel discussion with professionals who work every day in the middle of those disputes we try to avoid.
October 16, 2012
11:00 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.
Purdy McGuire
17300 N. Dallas Parkway
Suite 3000
Dallas, TX 75248
Register now!
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TABLE TOPICS LUNCHEON
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Brainworks: Simple Solutions for Staying Sharp
Presented by:
Riley Horlacher, CIMAŽ
Director, Advisor Solutions Group
Janus Labs presents a practical approach to a problem facing millions of Americans ... cognitive decline. Combining the latest in brain science with practical suggestions, this program outlines a training program for staying mentally sharp.
Boost your brain power ...
- Learn the critical components of brain health that provide a foundation for improved cognitive functioning
- Utilize the power of brain training to improve learning in areas that have the most significant impact on performance
- Create a sustainable training program that can help maintain a strong, flexible mind over time
October 2, 2012
11:15 A.M. - 1:00 p.m.
Brinker International
6700 LBJ Freeway
Bldg. C, CR Play Room
Dallas, TX 75240
Register now! |
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200 BUSINESS WOMEN IN BLACK
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WBCS will be exhibiting at the 200 Business Women in Black event being held by the Greater Southwest Black Chamber of Commerce.
This is a city-wide event, business owners, entrepreneurs and professionals will come together to learn more about the benefits of obtaining minority certifications, legislative issues and women's issues.
September 27, 2012
8 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Midlothian Conference Center
1 Community Circle Drive
Midlothian, TX 76065
Early Bird Registration is still open.
All tickets include breakfast, lunch and two workshops.
We hope to see you there!
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TERRITORY NEWS |
Little Rock WBCS Luncheon
The Evolution of the Women Owned Small Business (WOSB) Federal Certification
The WOSB Federal Certification through the Small Business Administration (SBA) was created in 2011 to provide greater access to federal contracting opportunities. The Program allows contracting officers, for the first time, to set aside specific contracts for those women-owned businesses that are WOSB or EDWOSB certified. This Program assists federal agencies achieve the existing goal of five percent of federal contracting dollars being awarded to WOSBs.
So it's mid-year of 2012, how has the WOSB Program evolved?
Linda Nelson, SBA, Arkansas District Director, will share with us the following and much more:
- How many women businesses are WOSB certified?
- What benefits have they achieved with this certification?
- Where do the federal agencies stand relative to their five percent goal?
- Will this certification help my business?
- Where is the Program going in 2013?
We will also have representatives from the Clean Line Energy Project to talk about their Plains & Eastern Clean Line Project in Arkansas and what projects are available to certified women business owners.
September 25, 2012
11:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Copper Grill
300 East 3rd Street
Little Rock, AR 72201
Register now! |
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