Scwbec

05/30/2026

🚀 SCWBEC is Excited to Attend The Long Island Edge: AI Solutions for Long Island Entrepreneurs!

The Suffolk County Women's Business Enterprise Coalition (SCWBEC) will be exhibiting at this exciting event, and we invite all our members, sponsors, business owners, entrepreneurs, and community partners to join us.

📅 June 10, 2026
⏰ 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM
📍 Huntington Hilton – Melville, NY

Come visit the SCWBEC table and learn more about the benefits of membership, sponsorship opportunities, procurement resources, networking, and professional development available through our organization.

This event features an outstanding lineup of speakers and industry leaders discussing how Artificial Intelligence is transforming business and creating new opportunities for entrepreneurs across Long Island.

🎟️ Sign up today and reserve your spot:
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A special thank-you to Strategic Pathways Group and the event organizers for bringing together innovators, business leaders, and entrepreneurs to explore the future of AI and business growth.

We look forward to seeing you there and continuing to empower, connect, and support women-owned businesses throughout Long Island!

05/29/2026

🎉 Join SCWBEC for Our Special Membership Event! 🎉

https://scwbec.org/event/special-membership-event/

Are you looking for funding opportunities, grants, business resources, procurement opportunities, and meaningful connections to help grow your business?

Then you won't want to miss this incredible event!

📅 Wednesday, June 24, 2026
⏰ 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM
📍 740 Veterans Memorial Highway, Hauppauge, NY 11788

🌟 FEATURED PRESENTERS 🌟

🎤 **Marcos Maldonado**, CEO of Grant Gurus LLC
**Business Grants 101: A Toolkit for Grant Seekers**

Learn how to identify grant opportunities, develop winning strategies, and position your business for funding success. Attendees will also have an opportunity to apply for a grant during the presentation.

🎤 **Rory P. Whelan**
Deputy Commissioner
Suffolk County Department of Economic Development and Planning

🎤 **Lionel Chitty**
Executive Director
Nassau County Office of Minority Affairs

Learn about valuable resources, business opportunities, certification support, and programs available to small businesses throughout Long Island.

🚨 The first 50 registrants will receive priority seating, so register early!

📲 **Registration is easy! Simply scan the QR code on the flyer to reserve your seat today.**

💙 A Special Thank You to Our Meeting Sponsor, Valley Bank 💙

SCWBEC is proud to spotlight **Valley Bank**, our Meeting Sponsor for this event.

Please join us in thanking:

⭐ **Kevin O'Connor**
Long Island Market President, Valley Bank

⭐ **Maria Feliciano**
First Vice President, Market Manager, Valley Bank

We are honored to have Valley Bank as our Meeting Sponsor and appreciate their support of SCWBEC, women-owned businesses, and the Long Island business community. Their partnership helps us continue providing valuable educational, networking, and business growth opportunities for our members.

👏 Thank you, Kevin, Maria, and the entire Valley Bank team for supporting this special event.

Register today, scan the QR code, and invite a fellow business owner!

https://scwbec.org/event/special-membership-event/

05/28/2026

🚨 Attention Women Business Owners, Entrepreneurs, MWBEs, DBEs, and Small Business Leaders!

Are you interested in learning how to access federal contracting opportunities and do business with the U.S. General Services Administration (GSA)?

Join SCWBEC for an impactful and informative training session:

📅 Thursday, June 11, 2026
⏰ 8:00 AM – 11:00 AM
📍 H. Lee Dennison Building
100 Veterans Memorial Highway, Hauppauge, NY 11788

🎤 Featured Presenter: Jemeek Morris
Small Business Technical Advisor
U.S. General Services Administration (GSA)

Learn how to:
✅ Navigate federal contracting opportunities through SAM.gov and GSA pipelines
✅ Leverage powerful contract vehicles such as MAS and GWACs
✅ Identify subcontracting opportunities with prime contractors
✅ Understand how agencies find and select small businesses
✅ Position your business to compete for government contracts

Whether you are new to government contracting or ready to expand your business into the federal marketplace, this session will provide valuable tools and resources to help you grow.

A special thank you to our Meeting Sponsor, Gina Hill Slater Parker, President & CEO of Long Island Development Corporation (LIDC) and Long Island Small Business Assistance Corporation (LISBAC), for supporting this important educational opportunity.

🎯 Don't miss this opportunity to learn directly from GSA and connect with fellow business owners.

Register today and invite a colleague!

https://scwbec.org/event/june-2026-meeting/

05/26/2026

05/25/2026

Ready to put these 3 entrepreneurship tips into action? 🧠🚀 Confidence isn’t just built in your office—it’s built where the business happens!

​This Thursday, May 28th, you have the perfect opportunity to practice what we preach. SCWBEC is participating in the HIA-LI 38th Annual Business Trade Show & Conference, and we want to see you there!

​Here is how you apply today's tips at the event:

1️⃣ Own your Value Proposition: Pitch your business to hundreds of professionals.

2️⃣ Set Clear Goals: Walk in knowing exactly who you want to network with.

3️⃣ Train Constantly: Learn from top industry leaders during the conference.

​Come meet us, connect, and discover how we empower women in business across Suffolk County!

​📅 When: Thursday, May 28, 2026

⏰ Time: 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM

📍 Where: Suffolk Credit Union Arena (at Suffolk County Community College), Brentwood, NY

​📲 Scan the QR code on the flyer or check the link in our bio to register now! Let's grow together! 🤝

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05/21/2026

What a powerhouse room! 🔥 Looking back at the incredible moments from our Monthly General Meeting on May 14th.

​From high-energy networking to the masterclass by Lauren Linakis on building a bulletproof Capability Statement, the energy at the H. Lee Dennison Building was unmatched. When women entrepreneurs gather to learn and support each other, magic happens. ✨

​A huge thank you to everyone who showed up, connected, and leveled up their business game! Special thanks to our sponsor for making this morning possible. 💼🚀

​Missed out on this one? Make sure you’re at the next one! Tap the link in our bio to join the community. 🔗

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05/20/2026

Join SCWBEC on Thursday, June 11th for an interactive session with Jemeek Morris, Small Business Technical Advisor at the GSA. Learn how to navigate federal contracting opportunities, leverage contract vehicles like MAS and GWACs, and identify subcontracting openings with prime contractors.

Whether you’re new to government contracting or looking to scale, this session gives you the practical roadmap to compete and succeed in the federal marketplace.

Secure your spot and grow your business knowledge with expert guidance!

05/19/2026

Building stronger business communities starts with collaboration, support, and education. 🌟

At SCWBEC, we empower women entrepreneurs to grow through professional networking, leadership development, and shared resources. Together, we create opportunities that strengthen businesses and the community as a whole.

Join our mission, connect with like-minded professionals, and continue building your business knowledge every day. 💼💖