Women's Enterprise Development Center
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About Us
The Women’s Enterprise Development Center (WEDC), a 501(c)(3) corporation, has been empowering women entrepreneurs to build successful small businesses since 1997 in Westchester County and the Hudson Valley. This is accomplished by providing comprehensive, high quality business training programs, one-on-one business and loan counseling, networking opportunities, assistance with loan applications for microloans and crowd funding through Kiva Zip, and MWBE certification assistance in English and Spanish. WEDC’s overarching goal is to build a vibrant community of women business owners, comprised of start-up and established companies.
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Contact Information
3 Neptune Road
Poughkeepsie, NY 12601
Call 845-363-6432
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Tuesday June 9 6:00pm - 7:45pm EDT
Rockland - The Brand Behind Your Business: Identity that Converts
Open to ALL Rockland County residents/business owners Part of “Master Your Marketing: Branding, Strategy & Results” (3 workshop series) Discover how a clear brand identity and an authentic community presence turn your business into one people trust, choose, and recommen......More
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Tuesday June 9 6:00pm - 8:00pm EDT
Build a Website That Does the Selling For You (2-Part Series)
Note: Attendees must attend both sessions: June 9 & 16. Every day your website sits nonexistent, unfinished or unclear someone googles what you offer and hands their money to a competitor. Most business owners know they need a website but the planning feels overwhelmin......More
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Thursday June 11 6:00pm - 8:00pm EDT
Speed Dating with Business Experts - Your Business Questions, Answered Face-to-Face
Think of it as speed dating for your business. You’ll rotate through stations and sit face-to-face with an expert in each topic, ask your real questions, and walk away with real answers. Get focused mentoring from professionals who know their field. Topics: Insurance: I......More
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Tuesday June 16 6:00pm - 7:45pm EDT
Rockland - Marketing That Fits Your Business
Open to ALL Rockland County residents/business owners Part of “Master Your Marketing: Branding, Strategy & Results” (3 workshop series) Marketing isn’t one-size-fits-all. What works for one business or one industry may not work for another, so let’s focus on what will w......More
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Wednesday June 17 6:00pm - 8:00pm EDT
Tu Ingreso Extra: como empezar un negocio paralelo
Descubre cómo convertir tus ideas y talentos en una fuente real de ingresos adicionales. Temas a cubrir: ¿Qué es un side hustle y por qué tantas personas están comenzando uno?Cómo identificar habilidades, talentos o hobbies que puedan generar ingresosCómo validar una id......More
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Tuesday June 23 6:00pm - 7:45pm EDT
Rockland - Turn Your Marketing Into Measurable Results
Open to ALL Rockland County residents/business owners Part of “Master Your Marketing: Branding, Strategy & Results” (3 workshop series) Walk away with a clear action plan, the metrics that matter, and the tools to measure your marketing ROI. Workshop Content: How to set......More
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Tuesday June 23 6:30pm - 8:00pm EDT
Never Sign Blind Again: Master Negotiation & Contracts for Your Business
Because every agreement you sign shapes the future of your business Negotiation isn’t just for lawyers. Whether you’re hiring a contractor, landing a client, or signing a lease, knowing how to negotiate and read a contract is one of the most valuable skills you can have......More
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Thursday June 25 6:00pm - 7:30pm EDT
Sell With Confidence: Handle Objections, Close Deals, Keep Your Margins
Most entrepreneurs lose deals not because of their product, but because of the conversation. This workshop changes that. Workshop Content: Approach new prospects with a clear, repeatable methodNavigate obstacles and handle pushback without losing the dealClose business ......More
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Tuesday July 7 6:00pm - 8:00pm EDT
Rockland - Built to Scale: Structure & Systems for Growth
Open to ALL Rockland County residents/business owners Part of “Built to Last: Business Resilience & Growth” (3 workshop series) Discover how the right systems and processes can free you from theday-to-day and give your business the structure it needs to grow. Workshop C......More
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Monday July 13 6:00pm - 8:00pm EDT
Rockland - Diversify & Thrive: Strategy & Offer Development
Open to ALL Rockland County residents/business owners Part of “Built to Last: Business Resilience & Growth” (3 workshop series) Learn how to expand your services, reduce dependency on a single client, and make the strategic decisions that move your business forward. Wor......More
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Tuesday July 14 6:00pm - 8:00pm EDT
Charge What You're Worth: Pricing for Service-Based Businesses
If you’ve ever lowered your price to close a deal, struggled to explain what makes your services worth what you charge, or simply guessed at your rates this workshop is for you. Workshop Content: A clearer understanding of how-to price based on value deliveredTools to i......More
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Thursday July 16 6:00pm - 7:30pm EDT
Cybersecurity for Small Business - Protect What You've Built
Cyber attacks on small businesses are more common than you think and most are preventable. Learn what hackers target first and the simple steps that can protect your business. Workshop Content: Why small businesses are a prime target for cyber attacksThe five things hac......More