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 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
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Tuesday July 21 6:00pm - 8:00pm EDT
Rockland - When the Market Shifts: Adaptability & Momentum
Open to ALL Rockland County residents/business owners Part of “Built to Last: Business Resilience & Growth” (3 workshop series) Identify what is holding your business back, adjust when the market shifts, and keep your revenue strong even through slow seasons. Workshop C......More
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Tuesday July 21 6:00pm - 8:00pm EDT
Bookkeeping & QuickBooks: Know Your Numbers, Grow Your Business (2-Part Series)
Note: Attendees must attend both in-person sessions: July 21 & 28. In this two-part workshop series, you’ll go from feeling overwhelmed by your business finances to confidently understanding your numbers, staying organized, and making smarter decisions. This series is f......More
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Thursday July 23 6:00pm - 8:00pm EDT
How to Get Noticed & Build Community Online
New to digital marketing? This workshop covers the essentials from defining your brand online to finding your customers and making the most of your platforms. Workshop Content: Your unique businessWhere your customers areMaximizing your online spacesAnalyzing and adjust......More