Greater Women's Business Council

Interested in learning more about supplier diversity? Join BMW Manufacturing Co., LLC at its Supplier Diversity Xchange Conference in Greenville, South Carolina, on August 29, where attendees will enjoy multiple educational seminars and networking with buyers, professionals and more. Register today!

Do you know a businesswoman in Georgia, South Carolina or North Carolina making a significant impact in their industry with their innovative ideas, unique perspectives and dedication? Now is the time to nominate them for the Ladies Achieving Continuous Excellence (LACE) Awards! These awards celebrate and honor the achievements of the businesswomen and corporate partners who have significantly contributed to GWBC's mission. The nomination form deadline is Monday, July 31, by 5 p.m., and if your nomination moves to the next round, the application will be due on September 13.

If your brand is not making the impact it deserves, you could be a great candidate for the 2024 Lucy Lab Cohort. This program is designed to help you develop a cohesive voice and build a brand that resonates with your customers. It is fully virtual and runs for 10 weeks, two hours a week. View Chef Maria Kemp's feedback on the Lucy Lab cohort here: https://lnkd.in/e_U8nBRw If you want to take your branding to the next level, this program is for you. There are only 15 spots, so register today.

Exciting News for Atlanta Entrepreneurs! The Atlanta Downtown's "Retail Ready" Business Accelerator program is here to help product-based businesses make the leap into storefront locations within Downtown Atlanta. Offering a comprehensive curriculum and grant support, this program equips participants with the essential knowledge, resources and connections needed to scale their operations successfully. Participants will benefit from: 🔹 Expert-led workshops 🔹 One-on-one mentoring 🔹 Access to a network of industry professionals 🔹 Financial incentives 🔹 Marketing support 🔹 Strategic partnerships If you're ready to establish your brick-and-mortar presence, this is the opportunity you've been waiting for!

If you haven't signed up for a membership to The WBE Collective, do so today! This unique location is GWBC's new co-working space in the Bank of America building, where certified and non-certified WBEs and corporate partners can brainstorm, network and build a more successful, cohesive brand. With different membership tiers, from monthly to half-day, there is something for everyone. If you'd like to tour The WBE Collective before purchasing a membership, please email Juliet Perrault at jperrault@gwbc.org. Learn about the multiple options on our website and sign up today: https://lnkd.in/eemVwBgB

If you're a South Carolina women-owned business, we encourage you to sign up for GWBC's Perfect Pitch competition. Semi-finalists will pitch their businesses at the end of the POP S.C. event for a chance to win $1,000 and advance to the National WBENC Pitch competition. Submit a 90-second video elevator pitch and your application by July 9, next Tuesday!

Attention all contractors, bond trustees, attorneys and law firms! Invest Atlanta, the official economic development authority for the City of Atlanta, has seven exciting open RFPs and RFQs available now. This is your chance to partner with a powerful entity that includes the Urban Residential Finance Authority, Downtown Development Authority and the Atlanta Economic Renaissance Corporation, all under the leadership of the Mayor of Atlanta. Don't miss out on this opportunity! Visit the Invest Atlanta website to view details, deadlines and applications.

The GWBC team is wishing you a happy and safe 4th of July! This Independence Day, reflect on our progress as a nation while committing ourselves to the work still ahead. GWBC is focused on breaking down barriers, creating equitable opportunities and ensuring that the promise of the American dream is accessible to all, regardless of gender, race or national origin. Learn more here: https://lnkd.in/g7TFst7J

Attention All Local, Small and Diverse Suppliers! Today is the deadline to register for the 2025 PGA VendorMatch! Don’t miss out on this incredible opportunity to supply goods and services for the following PGA spectator championship events: - PGA Championship - Quail Hollow Club, Charlotte, NC (May 12-18, 2025) - Senior PGA Championship - Congressional Country Club, Bethesda, MD (May 19-25, 2025) - KPMG Women’s PGA Championship - Fields Ranch at PGA Frisco, Frisco, TX (June 16-22, 2025) - Ryder Cup - Bethpage Black Course, Farmingdale, NY (Sept 22-28, 2025) How PGA VendorMatch Works: 1. Register by July 3, 2024 (Today!) for consideration. 2. Selected suppliers will be contacted to schedule meetings with the PGA or its Prime Suppliers in August (Charlotte NC), September (virtual) or October (Farmingdale, NY). 3. Vendors will be notified if selected to provide goods/services. The 23 Categories Needed: - Artists And Musicians - Audio Visual Services - Catering & Concessions - Cleaning Services - Electrician Services - Equipment/Truck Rentals - Event Photography - Floral & Landscape - Food And Beverage Products - Freight Fueling - Furniture Rental - Ice/Ice Merchandisers - Laundry Services And/Or Linen/Towel Providers - Local Paint Shop - Lodging - Lumber - Printing - Security - Signage/Graphics - Social Media - Staffing - Transportation Register Today: https://lnkd.in/ebAfrrCX

We can't help but look back at the great time had by all at our Annual TOP Corporations of the Year Awards, where we celebrated with WBEs and corporate partners at the Emory Conference Center Hotel. Reflect on this amazing event in the 2024 TOP Awards Digital Booklet, where you'll hear from Roz Lewis, the CEO and President of GWBC and Patrick Dierberger, the GWBC board chair. Enjoy photos, recaps and stunning ads from our corporate partners.