Around the Network – March 2023

A curated list of articles, news stories, and perspectives from entrepreneurs we think you might find interesting from around the WBENC network.

WBEs Making News:

• Three WBENC certified WBEs were included in GE Appliance’s first-ever Launchpad program for Diverse-Owned Suppliers:
  • Cimtech, Jesika Young
  • Lavelle Industries, Kathryn Turke
  • Machine & Components Industries, Holly Hile

• Congratulations to ICON Consultants’ Pamela Chambers O’Rourke, for being named one of CEO Connects 25 Most Influential Women of Mid-Market and one of the Top WBE CEOs for 2022!

• Congratulation to The Mixx, a trailblazing certified-diverse strategic creative agency based in NYC for announcing acquisition!
• TRInternational’s Megan E. Gluth-Bohan named 2022 Distributor of the Year award from the National Association of Chemical Distributors
• Congratulations to our WBEs for being recognized as EY Entrepreneurial Winning Women Class of 2022!

• Lucie Voves, CEO and Founder of Church Hill Classics, marks their 12th time on the Inc. 5000 List—the most prestigious ranking of the fastest-growing private companies in America

• Congratulations to Jillian Wilson for making Co-Managing Partner at Wilson & Associates!

• Stolz, a woman-owned marketing agency, celebrates their 25th Anniversary!
• Anne Arundel County’s Savannah Mitchell, who’s helping the DMV get its jolt of java every day, is featured on ABC News for the Small Business Spotlight: Sunday Morning Coffee Co.
• Congratulations to Ebony Vaz  who has graduated from Goldman Sachs One Million Black Women Initiative.
• Join AdWeek Sept. 12-16, to identify new growth opportunities, solve challenges and connect with power players. 
• The American Red Cross Collaborates with Legendary Streetwear Designers to Launch Drop For Drop™, a Program Designed to Make Donating Blood Fashionable for a New Generation of Donors
• SIA Scotch Whisky is pledging an additional $110,000 to support entrepreneurs of color in the food and beverage industry.
• Randstad releases the 2022 EDI&A report:the impact of a culture where everyone belongs.

Corporate Members In the News:

• Access Curated Coaching for Entrepreneurs from Chase for Business
• Walmart Marketplace is offering new sellers 50% off commission rates during the first 90 days of launching on Walmart.com.
• The Facebook Invoice Fast Track program is an early invoice payment solution for certified diverse-owned businesses across the United States. Register now.

• Media Partner News:
• Use the links below to read the latest issues.
  • • WEUSA
    • Enterprising Women
    • BEQ Pride
    • MBE Magazine
    • Diversity Professional
    • Professional WOMEN’s Magazine
• Other News:

  • • Congratulations to WBENC Vice President of Business Development & Engagement Mia Delano for being chosen for The Top 50 Women Leaders of Minnesota for 2022!
    • 25th Anniversary Year of WBENC is off and running! Learn how you can be involved.
    • WBENC-Certified WBEs have free access to EOS® tools, and dedicated support for businesses interested in finding Professional EOS Implementers®.
    • MBE Magazine has partnered WBENC WBE Jayne Agency on a series of webinars on branding.
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