In Brazil, WEConnect International and L'Oréal Brazil recently connected more than 60 inspiring women-owned businesses with 15+ potential buyers for an event that fostered many meaningful connections and business opportunities. 🤝 This was more than a meeting --- it was a powerful showcase of innovation and resilience, as women business owners presented their remarkable ventures and paved the way for future partnerships. That's the power of the #WEConnectEffect. 💪 Join us! https://buff.ly/2QsZ2iL
WEConnect International
Non-profit Organization Management
Washington, DC 40,030 followers
Connecting women's enterprises with global opportunities.
About us
WEConnect International helps drive money into the hands of women business owners by enabling them to compete in the global marketplace. Our vision is a world in which women have the same opportunities as men to design and implement business solutions that create wealth and the sustainable prosperity of their communities. WEConnect International connects member buyers to women-owned sellers based outside of the US, enhances their capabilities to transact business and instills confidence that sellers meet buyers’ standards for women-owned businesses.
- Website
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http://www.weconnectinternational.org
External link for WEConnect International
- Industry
- Non-profit Organization Management
- Company size
- 11-50 employees
- Headquarters
- Washington, DC
- Type
- Nonprofit
- Founded
- 2009
- Specialties
- Supplier Diversity, Women's Business Empowerment, Procurement and Sourcing Assistance, and Women's Business Enterprise Certification
Locations
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Primary
1100 H St NW
Ste 1100
Washington, DC 20005, US
Employees at WEConnect International
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Yvonne N. Rosina
Corporate IMPACT lawyer | M&A | ESG specialist | Business advisor | Mentor and coach
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Kathy Jourdain
We give people the power to transform - themselves, relationships, workplace cultures, outcomes - and the knowledge to make it happen.
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Katie Day
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Elizabeth Vazquez
CEO & Co-Founder, WEConnect International
Updates
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Really excited to be speaking at the World Commerce & Contracting Summit – Americas 2024 in Atlanta this October! This event will showcase the partnership between #WorldCC and WEConnect International, driving the conversation on gender-inclusive sourcing and highlighting the impact of women-owned businesses in global value chains. World Commerce & Contracting is a global not-for-profit association providing support to over 75,000 members across 180 countries, empowering successful contracts and commercial relationships. Looking forward to discussing how women-owned businesses are fostering innovation and inclusive growth, emphasizing the win-win benefits of buying from women. See you there! #AmericasSummit2024 #InclusiveSourcing #WomenOwnedBusinesses #ContractingForOutcomes
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From the heart of a small community rocked by tragedy to the heights of entrepreneurial success, Dr. S. Jane Subha’s story is a testament to the power of resilience, vision, and sheer determination. Read about Dr. Subha's founding and growth of PestÖTouch and how WEConnect International certification has opened new doors and provided the credibility to serve major multinational clients. https://lnkd.in/ezadYisD WEConnect International South Asia #WEConnectInternational #SuccessStory #TheWEConnectEffect
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💡 Yesterday's Moody's Ratings Roundtable in Johannesburg was an incredible convergence of insights, expertise, and action! Industry leaders came together to discuss the critical role of ESG and BBBEE in driving the empowerment of women-owned businesses in South Africa. The panelists shared impactful success stories and key strategies that highlighted how inclusive procurement can fuel both social equity and sustainable growth. 🌍 Thank you to everyone who attended and contributed to this vital conversation. Together, we're advancing diversity, unlocking opportunities, and shaping a future where women entrepreneurs thrive in corporate supply chains. Stay tuned as we will be sharing more insights on this impactful event! #EmpoweringWomen #ESGLeadership #BBBEE #InclusiveProcurement #Moodys #Roundtable Elizabeth Vazquez Frida Owinga Jessica Carlson Moody's Corporation
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The Europe Supplier Diversity & Inclusion Conference in Paris is just two weeks away! 🎉 It takes a village to pull off an event of this size, and it should come as no surprise that our talented network of women business owners is stepping up in a big way. Check out the incredible women entrepreneurs below who are making a difference.👇
𝐒𝐡𝐨𝐮𝐭𝐨𝐮𝐭 𝐭𝐨 16 𝐈𝐧𝐜𝐫𝐞𝐝𝐢𝐛𝐥𝐞 𝐖𝐨𝐦𝐞𝐧-𝐎𝐰𝐧𝐞𝐝 𝐁𝐮𝐬𝐢𝐧𝐞𝐬𝐬𝐞𝐬! As we get ready for the Europe Supplier Diversity & Inclusion Conference, we want to extend a heartfelt thank you the 16 amazing women-owned businesses helping us make it all happen! Their expertise and commitment are invaluable, and we’re proud to be working with such talented entrepreneurs. Meet the Women-Owned Businesses contributing to this year’s conference: Paola Manca CEO & Founder of Ampere Translations https://lnkd.in/dt6Gyvhk Contribution: Providing live captioning services Elle Tait Collective Consultant & Breathwork Practitioner at The Game Changer Collective https://lnkd.in/dNsgCfdW Contribution: Hosting a breathwork session Adda van Zanden Chair of Volt Women Nederland https://voltnederland.org/ Contribution: Hosting a workshop about the feminine leadership Hulya Kurt - Vocation Architect CEO of InnKick https://innkick.com/ Contribution: Hosting a workshop - Sending a clear message Gill Thorpe FCIPS Chartered CEO of The Sourcing Team https://sourcing.co.uk/ Contribution: Providing badges and lanyards Astrid Hoeken Owner of Astrid Hoeken Training Contribution: Postural alignment workshop Yvonne N. Rosina Lawyer & Managing Partner of Rockwater Legal https://lnkd.in/ezS9dWwn Contribution: Hosting a workshop - How to thrive as a female business Elizabeth Heron CEO & Founder of OrangeDoor https://lnkd.in/dQssS394 Contribution: Printing of booths and step-and-repeat backdrops Ekaterina Blake Founder of InspoHub https://inspohub.io/ Contribution: Video and photography Elisabeth Lützow Dewey COO & Co-founder of Organic Mondays https://lnkd.in/gksKcFx Contribution: Providing hygienic products Priscila Bernal CEO & Founder of Conté https://lnkd.in/dSrxXHQ6 Contribution: Creating amazing slide design Monica Parker Founder of HATCH Analytics https://lnkd.in/dkbhjK2 Contribution: Consulting support Yvon Golbach Founder of Zest for Work https://zestforwork.com/ Contribution: Making networking effortless Susana MARTINS Product Creator Founder of MS International https://lnkd.in/eJqA9Cq2 Contribution: Providing pins & trophies Miranda Wheatley Price Director - Organisational Change & Excellence at Rubica Change & Analytics for Life Sciences https://www.rubica.co.uk/ Contribution: Live feedback looping Vivian Acquah CDE® Certified Diversity Executive of Amplify DEI https://amplifydei.com/ Contribution: Showcasing unconscious bias through VR Get ready to be surprised and impressed at our event—it's all thanks to these amazing women-owned businesses! They are truly making a difference, and we’re excited to put them in the spotlight where they deserve to be. Show some love to these fantastic businesses, follow them, and check out their work! See you in Disneyland! https://lnkd.in/ecWK-fnT #WEConnectInternational #WomenOwnedBusinesses #Paris2024
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Cultivating a global network of organizations and individuals fully committed to driving money into the hands of women business owners takes time, dedication, and a sustained commitment. We have been doing just that for 15 years (and we're definitely not stopping). Our recent activities in Costa Rica were a prime example of how collaborations are key to accelerating economic growth and providing women business owners with the resources and connections they need to thrive. We had the pleasure of meeting with senior leaders from Moody's Corporation, the Chamber of Commerce, and the Chamber of Information and Communication Technology to discuss current and potential partnerships aimed at increasing investments into women-owned businesses in the region. Here’s to building stronger, more inclusive economies, one partnership at a time! 💪🌍 Adriana H. Mariamalia Guillen Elizabeth Arroyave Elizabeth Vazquez Ixchel Alcantara Saritha Venumbaka, PMP, CPA, SHRM-SCP WEConnect International in Latin America Cámara de Tecnologías de Información y Comunicación (CAMTIC) Moody's #WomenOwned #WomenOwnedCostaRica #BuyWomenOwned #StrongerTogether
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We are proud to have partnered with EY to launch a comprehensive report offering in-depth, evidence-based analysis that demonstrates the value of investing in women-owned businesses in Australia. The report emphasizes that investing in women-owned businesses is not just a matter of equity but a smart economic strategy. 🎯 Dean Yates presented the report at our Asia Pacific Conference in Brisbane last month, outlining the actionable steps businesses, policymakers, and other stakeholders can take to unleash the economic potential of women in Australia. Read a summary of the highlights and access the full report here: https://lnkd.in/ec-eZRJT WEConnect International - Australia WEConnect International South Asia #WEConnectAustralia #WomenOwnedAustralia #WEConnectAPAC
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Buenos días from Costa Rica! 🇨🇷 The WEConnect International team is here to host our new training program with the Moody's Corporation focused on sustainability, helping women business owners sell ethical, innovation-driven, and sustainable supply chain solutions to major buyers. We also visited the farm where WBE Marcela Porras Elizondo of Roblesabana Coffee sources her coffee and sat down with local WBEs Yancy Jimenez, Madelaine Artavia, Karina Díaz CR, and Ingrid Ocampo to discuss the challenges and opportunities facing their businesses. Thanks to Moody's Corporation for supporting the wonderful community of women-owned businesses in Costa Rica and helping drive sustainability! #WomenOwned #WomeninSustainability #WEConnectCostaRica #ESG Elizabeth Vazquez Ixchel Alcantara Saritha Venumbaka, PMP, CPA, SHRM-SCP Alvaro Ulloa WEConnect International in Latin America
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While there isn't one single recipe for business success, for Florence Wambugu Kioi, it was the winning combination of determination, vision, and access to the right clients that helped her build Sprint Kenya into a leading provider of high-quality business signage, design, and printing solutions in Nairobi. WEConnect International played an important part in the journey, opening doors to opportunities with major buyers, including Unilever. Read her story here: https://lnkd.in/dJz6JGRj What's the missing ingredient in your business? See how we can help: https://lnkd.in/geSaPUB WEConnect International in Africa WEConnect International in Kenya #TheWEConnectEffect #BusinessSuccess #WomenOwned #WBE #CertifiedWomenOwned #SuccessStory #WEConnectAfrica #WEConnectKenya
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WEConnect International reposted this
The WEConnect International team was privileged to attend our MoU partner Supply Nation’s Connect 2024 Knowledge Forum and Indigenous Business Tradeshow, an annual event in #Australia that serves as an important platform for #Indigenous businesses and their stakeholders, to network, share knowledge and develop business opportunities. Making it even more special is the fact that for the third consecutive year, our #certified #womenownedbusiness The Event Room, led by the amazing Natalie Le, has proudly led the end-to-end #eventmanagement and production of this large event! #buywomenowned #inclusivebusiness #supplierdiversity #womenownedbusinesses #sdg5 #sdg12
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