The Essex County 2026 Small Business Summit brings together entrepreneurs, business owners, and community leaders for a morning of networking, learning, and growth. Attendees will have the opportunity to connect with industry experts, discover valuable business resources, and build relationships with fellow entrepreneurs. Join Essex County's small business community on October 15 to gain insights...
The Salute to the Policy Makers Gala honors the contributions of high-achieving New Jersey women leaders from the private and the public sectors. It also raises funds for the EWNJ Graduate Merit Award Program, which is focused on ensuring new generations of women leaders. Our Graduate Merit Award Program has provided tuition assistance to nearly...
We’re thrilled to announce that the National Minority Supplier Development Council’s (NMSDC) 2026 Annual Conference & Exchange will take place October 25–28 in Los Angeles, California. As the nation’s largest and most influential gathering focused on advancing minority business enterprises (MBEs) and supplier inclusion, this event will bring together corporate leaders, MBEs, government agencies, and...
OA 2026 is a prelude to the NMSDC National Conference & Exchange in Los Angeles. Hundreds of business leaders will come together to learn from each other and share and connect with each other in one afternoon, before the Conference & Exchange opens on Monday, October 26th.
Connect with government procurement officials, prime contractors, MWBEs, and business leaders at City & State’s Diversity & Procurement Summit. Learn about contracting opportunities, MWBE participation, supplier diversity, procurement trends, and strategies for successfully doing business with New York government agencies. Gain practical insights, build valuable partnerships, and discover opportunities to compete and grow in the...
Join EWNJ for an intimate conversation with U.S. District Judge Esther Salas, a trailblazing leader and the first Latina appointed to the federal bench in New Jersey. Judge Salas will share her profound journey of resilience, leadership, and systemic change.
This year, WBEC Metro NY and Greater DMV will come together as a united network across two sister regions for the signature Impact Awards Luncheon. The theme of the luncheon, “Powered by Synergy, Driven by Impact,” reflects the value of bringing both regions together to expand visibility, strengthen cross-regional connection, and celebrate impact on a larger...
The Board Members of EWNJ are pleased to welcome members, friends, and affiliates to the EWNJ annual holiday party, where EWNJ will recognize this year’s recipients of the Graduate Merit Awards. Join EWNJ in honoring these young women and spreading some holiday cheer.
This event recognizes the corporate and certified supplier members of the Council whose partnerships are creating a lasting impact across New York and New Jersey. More details to come. Cost: TBD