Registration and Exhibitor are OFFICIALLY OPEN for the 2026 WBENC NATIONAL CONFERENCE and we’re heading to Salt Lake City, June 15–18!
This year’s theme, IMPACT, is about accelerating growth, strengthening strategic relationships, and expanding opportunity across the WBENC network and beyond. The National Conference is where meaningful connections turn into measurable results — from sourcing conversations and new partnerships to deals that move businesses forward.
Whether you’re planning to attend, exhibit, or explore sponsorship opportunities, now is the moment to secure your place in the room where business gets done!
GET INVOLVED NOW by clicking the link in bio!
Exhibitor registration is also officially open. If you’re ready to elevate your visibility, connect directly with decision-makers, and position your brand at the center of innovation and opportunity, we want to see you on the Expo floor!
Thank you to the 2026 WBENC National Conference Co-Chair Sponsors: EY, Merck, Verizon, The ActOne Group, Alom, Ampcus, Kolar Kxi, Rose International, and SHI. We are grateful for your leadership, partnership, and commitment!
With thousands of attendees, the WBENC National Conference continues to be a powerful platform where enterprise-ready suppliers connect with corporate leaders, government agencies, and advocacy organizations. Your sponsorship fuels enhanced engagement, meaningful connections, and outstanding visibility for all involved.
WBENC’s mission is to fuel economic growth by identifying, certifying, and developing women-owned entrepreneurs and small and medium-sized businesses, and your support makes this possible. Because of you, we’re able to expand our networks, deliver impactful education, elevate event experiences, and provide critical resources to help businesses thrive.
Thank you for helping us empower and elevate the next generation of businesses!
Want to learn more? Register now to attend this year's conference! wbenc.org/conference (link in bio)
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The next session of WBENC LIFT CEO Catalyst, “Leading through Change,” brought to you by Wells Fargo, will take place at the WBENC National Conference in Salt Lake City, Utah!
This dynamic session on Tuesday, June 16 from 4:15 – 5:45 PM MT, will help ground attendees in the realities of leading through uncertainty and equips them with practical, adaptable strategies to strengthen their organizations. As business owners and leaders navigate a rapidly shifting environment, this session featuring Daniella Reichstetter of Tuck School of Business, Dartmouth, Ingrid Christensen of INGCO International, Lisa Riggs of Spirit Sox, and Deidre Norville of Human Potential Consultants, offers both inspiration and actionable guidance on how to lead, market, and manage their businesses and teams with confidence and clarity.
Register for Conference to Attend this Session! Open to all. Link in bio.
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Join us for the return of the WBENC Forum Insight Series starting on Thursday, May 21st from 3-4 pm ET! Hear from Liz Whitehead, CEO of 12PointFive, and learn how to better understand emerging sourcing opportunities. This session presented by the Domestic Forum, "Procurement Opportunities: Key Trends and Takeaways" will help to examine some of the economic, technological, and operational trends influencing procurement and impacts on small businesses across industries.
Drawing on current market data and cross industry trends, we will look at how larger organizations are identifying and evaluating women owned and small businesses today, along with what they expect from potential partners. Attendees will gain practical guidance on trends and how to leverage those for long term success.
Register now! Link in bio.
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Driving IMPACT | Meet 2026 WBE Star, Adonica Randall
Meet Adonica Randall, President of Abaxent LLC, with the Women’s Business Development Center-Midwest Regional Partner Organization. Adonica is a seasoned technology executive whose career is defined by disciplined leadership, deep technical expertise, and a commitment to aligning technology with real-world business outcomes. As President of Abaxent LLC, Adonica brings more than 40 years of experience across enterprise IT, operational technology, and large-scale infrastructure environments.
Get inspired by Adonica’s insights! Read more at the link in bio 🔗
The 2026 WBENC National Conference is powered by an exceptional group of women who bring more than titles and credentials to the table. Their lived experience, hard-earned insight, and deep commitment to lifting others as they rise have shaped their narratives. Representing a dynamic cross-section of WBEs across Regional Partner Organizations, this year’s Host Committee is a collective of leaders, builders, and visionaries who understand what it means to grow a business with intention and impact.
Each woman in this group carries her own story of resilience, of bold decisions, of opportunities seized and created. Together, they reflect the strength of the WBENC network: different industries, different perspectives, but a shared belief in the power of connection and community. Their commitment to lifting others as they rise is woven into everything they do, and it’s exactly what makes their leadership so compelling.
With this year’s theme of IMPACT, their leadership becomes even more powerful. They embody what it means to accelerate growth, unlock new markets, and build the kind of relationships that move business forward.
Get to know the women behind the momentum—read the full article and discover the stories driving IMPACT at the 2026 WBENC National Conference! Click the link in bio!
Join us TOMORROW for the 2026 WBENC Women Owned in Retail Program Kickoff session on Wednesday, May 13 | 2:00 - 3:00 PM ET!
Join us as we launch the 2026 WBENC Women Owned in Retail Program. This kickoff session will introduce this year’s priorities, share key opportunities in retail, and provide an overview of how participants can engage and succeed. Whether you’re new or returning, this session will set the foundation for a strong and impactful year!
Register now by clicking the link in bio!
On the fence about attending the WBENC Conference? Hear from Forum Leader and Co-Chair Kelly Kolar with this personal message. Today is the last day to take advantage of Early Bird rates! Register now at the link in bio 🔗
Register now and SAVE with early bird rates! Early bird pricing for the WBENC National Conference is ending May 8 — and this is your moment to lock in your spot at this dynamic, business-focused event! Register now at the link in bio 🔗
National Small Business Month is a reminder that growth doesn’t happen by accident; it’s built through access, opportunity, and the right connections.
For small businesses ready to scale, certification is more than a credential. Becoming a Women Owned Small Business opens doors to corporate partnerships, supplier opportunities, and a network designed to help you grow with intention.
Explore what certification can unlock and take the next step toward expanding your impact. Learn more by clicking the link in bio!
Join us for the 2026 WBENC Women Owned in Retail Program Kickoff session on Wednesday, May 13 | 2:00 - 3:00 PM ET!
Join us as we launch the 2026 WBENC Women Owned in Retail Program. This kickoff session will introduce this year’s priorities, share key opportunities in retail, and provide an overview of how participants can engage and succeed. Whether you’re new or returning, this session will set the foundation for a strong and impactful year!
Register now by clicking the link in bio!
