WBEC-East Cares Act Consulting Program Still Accepting Applications
WBEC-East is now offering free expert resources to small businesses impacted by COVID-19. Funded by the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA), WBEC-East has launched the CARES Act Consulting Program, which provides 10 free hours of consultation services to small businesses in the Southeastern PA region. Subject matter experts will provide consulting services on COVID-19 related recovery including loan applications, financial strategies, pivoting to digital marketing, and human resources concerns.

To qualify for the program, businesses must be deemed small by SBA standards, have been in business before February 2020 and have a business address in Bucks, Chester, Delaware, Montgomery, Lehigh Valley or Philadelphia county. Small business owners can sign up for this free consultation program
The COVID-19 PA Hazard Pay Grant Program was established to help employers provide hazard pay to employees in life-sustaining occupations during the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic.

Hazard pay is intended to keep front-line employees working in sectors that are vital to every Pennsylvanians’ existence. The program will help employers provide hazard pay for their employees to retain current employees. This reimbursement-based grant is for employers who will be offering hazard pay over the eligible program period.

Businesses, healthcare non-profits, public transportation agencies, and certified economic development organizations may apply for funding for employers located and operating in Pennsylvania within one certain industries.
Eligible Industries:
  • Healthcare and Social Assistance
  • Food Manufacturing
  • Food Retail Facilities
  • Transit and Ground Passenger Transportation
  • Security Services*
  • Janitorial Services to Buildings and Dwellings
Applications will be received until July 31, 2020
Power Up with Girls on the Run This Summer!
Is your girl ready for a power boost?!

Girls on the Run is bringing our life-changing program to YOUR home! On this page, you’ll find more information about the Power Up Activity Kit, as well as parenting resources, activities for your girl and inspirational content about our organization and mission.
Each Power Up Activity Kit includes 50 interactive activities that emphasize the important connection between physical and emotional health.

Fun movement games and creative projects enable girls (age 8-11) to cope when things get difficult, demonstrate care for self and others and identify what she values — skills that are particularly relevant to her world right now.
WBE Spotlight
Priya Osuri, Founder/Owner of Anar Gourmet Foods is thrilled to announce the launch of two NEW delicious spice mixes – Butter Chicken and Saag Paneer (Spinach with Indian Cheese) on July 17, with help from WBENC. During the pandemic, Priya saw demand for people wanting to prepare nutritious Indian food at home.
 
Priya says “I’m particularly grateful to WBENC’s commitment to help members by providing much needed resources to grow and thrive during these uncertain times”. She believes her comfort food nourishes the heart and soul for people during these uncertain times. She creates authentic & fusion Indian seasoning mixes for people who love Indian food but are intimidated to prepare it. The all-natural, gluten-free seasoning mixes are a hit because of the delicious authentic taste and simplicity of preparing these family sized dishes at home.

As a self-employed individual running her business, Priya often finds herself stretched to the max. However, she was able to launch her products due to Catalant technologies, a resource she accessed through WBENC. Priya was matched with two MBAs, Annie Hosler and Lin Zhang, with whom she credits infusing her business with actionable strategy, execution skills and refreshing new-found energy to launch her two new spice mixes. 

It is because of these two exceptionally talented and generous individuals’ tireless efforts and WBENC’s continuous commitment to its members that Priya’s business has thrived during this pandemic. She enthusiastically looks forward to achieving her vision of blending cultures and spices for foodies through her uniquely delicious tasting authentic and fusion Indian food.

Anar Gourmet Foods, a Pittsburgh based company founded in 2016 is a proud member of WBEC-East. Learn more at https://anargourmetfoods.com/
WBEC-East Webinars
Every Tuesday, learn about procurement and supplier diversity processes directly from corporate and government representatives.
Doing Business With:
Federal Reserve Bank of Phila
July 28, 1-2 pm
Doing Business With:
AstraZeneca
August 4, 1-2 pm
Partner Events
Women's Global Trade Empowerment Forum
US Department of Commerce
Various Dates

Connect with other women in a free, six-part virtual Women's Global Trade Empowerment Forum where you will learn how you can benefit from the United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA) while also building a winning export strategy and developing valuable business connections.
 
In addition to the six-part series, we are offering an opportunity to enhance your virtual experience with industry-focused activities for women business owners in the Aerospace & Defense, Automotive, Education, Design & Construction, Healthcare, IT or Energy sectors that wish to dive deeper into each session for a reduced fee of only $50.

*Please note, slots are limited to the first 50 registrants.
Virtual Construction Business Building Event
CVS Health General Contractors
Register by July 30, 2020 | Week of Aug. 10th 1:1 meetings between Contractors & diverse owned sub-contractors

CVS Health is hosting a series of Construction Business Building virtual meetings with diverse sub contractors. CVS hosts these meetings to introduce sub-contractors to their general contractors. These meetings present an opportunity for diverse sub-contractors to meet with CVS Health’s General Contractors to discuss their capabilities and possible inclusion in CVS Health related projects.

CVS will connect pre-qualified diverse sub-contractors with decision makers that have a real project within the next 12 -18 months. To achieve the most impact, they will be leveraging a turn-key platform to facilitate the increased utilization of diverse sub-contractors on CVS Health’s new builds, remodels, and rebranded construction projects.
2020 Catch the Wave Regional Conference
WBEC ORV (Ohio River Valley)
Sept. 21-24 | Sandusky, OH

Join the Women’s Business Enterprise Council Ohio River Valley (WBEC ORV) for the 11th Annual Catch the Wave Conference and leave this conference with inspiration and new tools that will make a difference in your personal and business growth.
The Catch the Wave Regional Conference provides networking, training, and access to both women business owners and corporate members from across our region of Ohio, Kentucky & West Virginia.

This year`s conference is expected to draw over 500 attendees , including over 50 corporate members’ buyers and supplier diversity teams.
Welcome Newly Certified WBEs!
Certified March - June 2020
A+ Academy Company

Adams Glass Co

AJZ'S HAULING, LLC

ALISSA HALPERIN DBA
HALPERIN BUTERA

All American Concrete Form, Inc.

AmberK, Inc.

AMERICAN SYSTEMS & INSTALLATIONS INC

Angela Wolf Video, LLC

Anmar Electrical Contractor, Inc.

APPALACHIAN BOTANICAL COMPANY LLC

Ari Staffing Agency

ARIADNE SOFTWARE LLC

ATK DESIGN STUDIOS, LLC

ATLANTIC PACIFIC FLOORING LLC

Avayou Design

BAW Plastics Inc

BERKSHIRE SYSTEMS GROUP INC

Borrie's OPE Inc DBA Borrie's Outdoor Power Equipment

Brookins Inc.

Brooks Advisory LLC

BURGOYNE/COUSIN LLC

Byrnes & Merz DBA Merz

C. Amodei Co Inc

Century 21 Pierce and Bair, Inc.

City Supply, Inc.

Complete Home HealthCare, Inc.

Connect the Dots Insights LLC

Corporate Claims Management, Inc.

Counseling and Wellness Center of Pittsburgh

Coy Balboni Environmental, Inc.

CURTIN ENGINEERING LLC

Dailey LLP

Data Solutions Central, Inc.

Demone Enterprise LLC DBA Demone Apparel, Demone Cosmetics

Digitability Inc.

Diversified Glass Films DBA
Eastern Solar Glass LLC

Dream2Career LLC

EARTH2EARTH LLC

EHS Global LLC

Elite Glass Interiors, LLC

EM2TECHGLOBAL

ESG Incentives, LLC

Faithful Home Care Solutions, LLC

FILM WORKS WINDOW FILM LLC

Freedom Glass & Metal, Inc.

FYES TRAFFIC CONTROL SERVICES LLC

G. Adams Restoration LLC DBA G. Adams Construction Group LLC

Girls Auto Clinic, Inc.

Graham & Sons Restoration DBA Servpro of South Philadelphia

HI SHINE INC. DBA HI SHINE CLEANING SERVICES

HUTCHINSON CABINETS LLC

HydroTech Environmental LLC

ID DISCOVERY INC.

Inspired Studio

INTEGRITY ADVANTAGE SOLUTIONS LLC

Interstate Premier Services Corp

Inverta LLP

IT Connect LLC

J.M. PATTON ASSOCIATES, INC.

JADE KNOLL MANAGEMENT, LLC DBA KEL-CON
Jats Transportation LLC DBA Maaco America's Bodyshop

JC Custom Design and Build LLC

JR Global Events Incorporated

LA CHELE MEDICAL AESTHETICS LLC

LA PERLA LLC

Lightstream Group, Inc.

Linda Barie Landscape Architect, LLC DBA LBLA

London Approach, Inc.

Lyceum Group LLC

Mayfly Communications

Mazer Consulting LLC DBA Formation Energy LLC
Mega Supply Store, LLC DBA Mega Supply Pro

METAL SOLUTIONS, INC.

MGA Partners LLC DBA MGA Partners Architects

Miracle Dental Associates, LLC

Motor Content Production Company LLC

MYMEDCHOICES, INC.

Natalie Excavation & Demolition, LLC

NEW CONCEPT STAINING LLC

on call trans llc

Osprey Health, LLC

Phillis Enterprises, Inc. DBA B.R.P. Entertainment

Pou and Partners

PVR Coaching & Consulting LLC

RamJack Foundation Repair of the Tri-States, Inc.

RegFluent

RIGHT TECHNOLOGY PARTNERS CORP.

RJG Inc. DBA Jennifer Grega Inc., The Fish Tank

Sadabo LLC DBA CertaPro Painters of York

Safety 1st Paratransit Inc

Simmeco Group, LLC

Special T Electronics, LLC

Spicer Welding & Fabrication, Inc

STELCO, INC.

SyncScript, LLC

The Carlin Collaborative

The Coffee Tree Roasters Corporation

The Frozen Farmer LLC

The Resources Group, Inc.

Thrive Leadership

Total Package Partners, Inc.

TRI-STATE PACKAGING SUPPLY CO. INC.

US SHRINK WRAP INC.

Walker US, Inc.

WGM Contractors, LLC.

WYELECTRIC, LLC

YOWIE LLC