Events to foster connections that build business
WBEC FL Onboarding
Now that you're certified, let us introduce you to the world of WBENC from a regional perspective. Learn how and where to use the branding, including the Women Owned logo, to let others know about your new credentials. Understand how the WBEC Florida region supports you and your business through events, communications and other activities. Learn about our corporate partners and helpful resources. WBEC Florida Certification Director Lisa Roblejo will be your guide.
When: 2 to 3 p.m. on the third Thursday of each month
Upcoming session: Thursday, April 16, 2026
Where: Online via Zoom
Registration: Free
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Winning Strategies with a WBE
Mastering Your Mingle-Ability: 5 Ways to Turn Contacts into Contracts
In today’s hybrid work environment, effective networking is more crucial than ever. This session empowers you to build meaningful connections, both in-person and virtually.
Participants will learn to:
- Navigate conferences, trade shows, and a variety of social events with confidence.
- Engage in impactful conversations.
- Leave lasting impressions that foster professional growth.
Register today! And bring your sales and marketing leaders, too.
Join our guest speaker Jacqueline Whitmore, founder and CEO of The Protocol School of Palm Beach, for this installment of our WBEC Florida Winning Strategies with a WBE series, which features our members bringing their expertise directly to you!
Date: Tuesday, April 28, 2026
Time: 10 to 11:30 a.m. *NEW TIME*
Location: Online via Zoom
Cost: Complementary for members and nonmembers
A Zoom link will be provided after registration.
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UF Opportunity Fair
This all-day event is designed to provide UF's business and community partners with information for success, business growth, and sustainability. Hundreds of representatives from small businesses, UF contracted suppliers, corporations, UF departments, and state agencies will be on hand.
When: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Thursday, April 30
Where: University of Florida, Reitz Union, 655 Museum Road, Gainesville, FL 32611, in the Grand Ballroom on the 3rd floor
Registration: Free
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WPO Entrepreneurial Excellence Forum
There's still time to register for the Women Presidents Organization annual Entrepreneurial Excellence Forum. The organization is for owners of businesses that generate $2 million or more in revenue ($1 million for a service business), and you don't have to be a member to attend. Contact us for a WBEC Florida discount code!
When: May 7-9, 2026
Where: The Diplomat Beach Resort, 3555 South Ocean Drive, Hollywood, FL 33019
Registration: See WPO site for pricing
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Certification 101
WBEC Florida Certification Director Lisa Roblejo walks you through the process of applying for certification and helps guide you on the next steps of using your credentials.
When: 2 to 3 p.m. on the second Thursday of each month
Upcoming session: Thursday, May 14, 2026
Where: Online via Zoom
Registration: Free
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Winning Strategies with a WBE
Readiness Before Reaction: Leading Through Change Without Breaking Trust
Leaders today are expected to move fast, through AI adoption, restructures, and constant change, often without time to pause.
This session explores why resilience breaks down when organizations react faster than people can process, and how leaders can create the clarity, shared expectations, and human space needed to navigate change without eroding trust.
Participants will walk away with a simple, repeatable framework for leading change in a way that stabilizes people and sustains performance.
Register today! And bring your sales and marketing leaders, too.
Join our guest speaker Lisa Rigoli of Element of Change, for this installment of our WBEC Florida Winning Strategies with a WBE series, which features our members bringing their expertise directly to you!
Date: Tuesday, May 19, 2026
Time: Noon to 1:30 p.m.
Location: Online via Zoom
Cost: Complementary for members and nonmembers
A Zoom link will be provided after registration.
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WBEC FL Onboarding
Now that you're certified, let us introduce you to the world of WBENC from a regional perspective. Learn how and where to use the branding, including the Women Owned logo, to let others know about your new credentials. Understand how the WBEC Florida region supports you and your business through events, communications and other activities. Learn about our corporate partners and helpful resources. WBEC Florida Certification Director Lisa Roblejo will be your guide.
When: 2 to 3 p.m. on the third Thursday of each month
Upcoming session: Thursday, May 21, 2026
Where: Online via Zoom
Registration: Free
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