Celebrating

25 Years of Impact!

Join us as we reflect on our past and prepare for our future as the Florida affiliate of WBENC.

Official celebration: Friday, September 5, from 2 - 4pm EDT.

Certify, Champion & Connect

The WBDC of Florida became an official affiliate of the Women's Business Enterprise National Council in 2000. Since then, we have made it our mission to go beyond certification to support women business owners on their journey. Over the years, we have certified thousands of businesses and championed Women Owned with hundreds of Florida companies and government organizations, building connections and bolstering commerce.

We invite you to help us celebrate!

Attend

Virtual Celebration

Join us as we recognize our champions and grow our connections during our September 5th event.

Thoughts & Stories

Send in your best wishes or share your story to inspire others.

Share your thoughts

Invite

Bring Others

Tell women business owners and companies you meet about certification and our organization. Invite them to learn more and get certified.

Certification

Community Thoughts

Honoring our Champions

As we mark 25 years of empowering women-owned businesses, we’re thrilled to honor the incredible leaders, innovators, and supporters who help shape our community. This year, we’ll be presenting awards that celebrate dedication, vision, and transformation.

Monarch Legacy Award – Honoring enduring commitment and the foundational role played in our journey, just like the monarch’s long and epic migration.

Royal Wings Award – Recognizing distinguished leadership and visionary impact, celebrating those who uplift others and lead with strength and grace.

Monarch Emergence Award – Celebrating rising stars and new WBENC-certified businesses making big strides, full of promise and energy.

Chrysalis Award – For long-standing supporters whose steady presence has enabled transformation, like a chrysalis protecting a butterfly on its journey.

Endurance Award – Honoring steadfast commitment and resilience, inspired by the monarch’s epic migration and enduring spirit.

Destination Award – For those who pursue goals with faith, courage, and an open heart, trusting that the journey will be worth it.

Kaleidoscope Award – Recognizing the beauty and strength in unity, diversity, and the vibrant tapestry we create together.

Flight Forward Award – For innovation, progress, and driving meaningful change, helping others rise along the way.