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SAVE THE DATES 2014
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July 1, 2014
Table Topics Luncheon
July 15, 2014
Business Insights
August 5, 2014
Table Topics Luncheon
September 4, 2014
Harvesting Partnerships
September 9, 2014
Table Topics Luncheon
September 16, 2014
Border Connect, Fronteras Unidas
October 7, 2014
Table Topics Luncheon
October 9, 2014
Austin Insights
November 4, 2014
Table Topics Luncheon
November 13, 2014
Power to Potential
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GREETINGS FROM WBENC NATIONAL CONFERENCE
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The WBENC National Conference wrapped up yesterday and WBCS was thrilled to be a part of the excitement! With over 350 corporations and businesses exhibiting at the Business Fair, there was an opportunity for everyone to make at least one meaningful connection.  It was a treat to see so many WBCS members represented in Philadelphia. Next year promises to be even better with the National Conference being hosted in our very own Austin, Texas! If you haven't already marked your calendar, we will all be in Austin June 23-25, 2015!
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LILLIE KNOX INVESTING FOR GROWTH AWARD
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 The Women's Business Council - Southwest (WBCS) invites WBEs to apply for the Lillie Knox Investing for Growth Award for the chance to receive up to $5,000 to help grow your business! This award is available to all WBEs who are eligible, regardless of company or revenue size.
The process couldn't be easier. Just submit a completed application by July 31, 2014, with the following information:
- A brief description of your and your company's involvement in WBCS
- A brief description of your critical business need
- How you would use the cash award of up to $5,000 to support this need
- How meeting this need would support the growth and development of your business
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BUSINESS INSIGHTS
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 MEMBERS ONLY
Diversity:
Celebrating Who We Are and Where We Are Going!
This member-favorite event is back! Join WBCS for July Business Insights with an interactive presentation and discussion focused on organizational diversity.
  Our guest presenter Linda Valdez Thompson, Executive Vice President of Administration and Diversity, DFW International Airport, will provide relevant information on diversity, creating awareness, valuing others and maximizing connections.
Royalyn Reid, CEO of Consumer and Market Insights and WBCS board member, will facilitate a brief discussion on how we as an organization can value and optimize our diversity.
Tuesday, July 15, 2014
4 - 6:30 PM
Online Registration Fee: $25
On-Site Registration Fee: $30
Noah's Richardson
2251 N Greenville Ave
Richardson, Texas 75082
Register today!
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TABLE TOPICS LUNCHEON SUMMER SERIES
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TODAY, Thursday, June 26, 2014, is the LAST day to register online for part two of the three-part Table Topics summer series themed Take Your Business to the Next Level.
Make the most of this educational luncheon series by attending the remaining two sessions!
Mark your calendar for the following dates and topics:
- July 1 - How to Capitalize on the Latest Marketing Trends
- August 5 - How to Become an Idea-Sparker and Enable Innovation
July's Topic:
2014 Marketing Trends
Presented by Heather Capps, KCK2 Partners
To grow your business and get the highest return on your investment, you must market your services to the correct audience. This session will focus on trends and tactics for targeted marketing outreach. Heather Capps will specifically highlight successes that are producing maximum ROI in the areas of social media, direct marketing, SEM/SEO, behavioral advertising and remarketing.
Tuesday, July 1, 2014
11:15 AM - 1:00 PM
Online Registration Fee: $25
On-Site Registration Fee: $30
Brinker International
6700 LBJ Freeway
Bldg. C, CR Play Room
Dallas, Texas 75240
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The two companies initially met last year at the 2013 WBCS businessWORKS! event. Their booths were across the aisle from each other. This year, a one-year deal was struck for pest control services at the Trans-Expedite Farmers Branch office and warehouse.
"It was very exciting to complete a Done Deal™ with Keeli and sign the contract at the event. We are looking forward to building a long lasting relationship with the Trans-Expedite folks," says Norris.
"Keeli also introduced us to Katie Bailey with Techway Services, Inc., a WBE located in the same building with Trans-Expedite. We are reaching out to talk with them about providing services for their offices as well," she adds.
Submit your own Done Deals story today!
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DOROTHY B. BROTHERS EXECUTIVE
SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM
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WBE Scholarship Opportunity
 Dorothy B. Brothers Executive Scholarship Program is a prestigious scholarship opportunity providing women business owners with up to $11,000 each in tuition to a WBENC approved executive education program.
Our community suffered a great loss with the passing of Dorothy B. Brothers in July 2002. Ms. Brothers was a supplier diversity and development executive, as well as a WBENC board member. The Dorothy B. Brothers Executive Scholarship Program was founded by Ms. Brothers.
For a list of criteria, or to apply, click here.
Submit the completed application by July 3, 2014 to dbb@wbenc.org. Scholarship award recipients will be notified in late August by phone and email upon final selection. Contact Lindsay Burger at 202-872-5515, ext. 8102 or LBurger@wbenc.org for information about how to contribute to the fund.
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TUCK-WBENC EXECUTIVE PROGRAM
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The Tuck-WBENC Executive Exchange Program is an intensive, five-day executive development program for WBENC-Certified Women's 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.
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POWER OF PARTNERING
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SAVE THE DATE!
On September 26, 2014, the Greater Southwest Black Chamber of Commerce is holding the Women of Power and Influence Business Conference & Awards Luncheon featuring our very own fearless leader, Debbie Hurst!
 
WHAT IS THE FOCUS FELLOWS PROGRAM:
Now in its third year, digitalundivided's FOCUS Fellows program is a rigorous week long program (September 30-October 5, 2014) for black women founders of developed, but early staged, technology enabled companies. The program is held in New York City during the FOCUS100 conference. Early stage is defined as less than $50,000 in revenue and/or funding. This year, they're accepting 8 FOCUS Fellows for the program. Please note that digitalundivided takes a very small equity position in exchange for participation in the program.
For more information and to apply for the
FOCUS Fellows Program, click here!
Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis, until July 1.
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