Center for Women & Enterprise

Center for Women & Enterprise CWE is an inclusive economic empowerment organization helping women business entrepreneurs. We believe that lifting up women benefits everyone.

That is why, for more than 25 years, we have been helping aspiring women entrepreneurs and business owners to launch and grow their business by meeting them where they are and providing greater access to the resources, tools, and support they need to achieve business success. Because when we empower women to succeed economically, they are better positioned to support themselves, their families and

the communities around them. CWE welcomes anyone who identifies as a woman regardless of assignment at birth.

By founding MG Secret Place, Marjorie created a space where women can embrace their bodies, discover their personal styl...
09/04/2026

By founding MG Secret Place, Marjorie created a space where women can embrace their bodies, discover their personal style, and gain confidence. She also takes pride in inspiring others while enjoying the independence and fulfillment that come with owning her own business.

Learn more about Marjorie's story here >> https://cweonline.org/news/marjorie-gutierrez-mg-secret-place-pawtucket-ri

Only FIVE weeks until this year's CWE Business Summit. Here's 5 reasons to attend this content-rich day:1. GROWTHLearn h...
09/03/2026

Only FIVE weeks until this year's CWE Business Summit. Here's 5 reasons to attend this content-rich day:

1. GROWTH
Learn how to scale your business without losing what makes it work.
→ Scaling Your Business Without Losing Your Mind: The FARTHER Model for Sustainable Growth
Adriana Vaccaro, CEO, Culture Redesigned
→ Shift Happens: Transitioning from Employee to Manager
Colleen DelVecchio, Chief Maximizer, Maxady

2. FUND
Get smarter about financing and understand what lenders and investors are really looking for.
→ What Gets Funded, and Why
Cvic Innocent, General Partner, Frankenbuild Ventures
→ The Loan Readiness Lab
Angela Krupica, Senior Credit Analyst, East Cambridge Savings Bank
Patricia Schiapelli, Vice President, Commercial Loan Officer, East Cambridge Savings Bank
Lynn Wahlquist, Vice President, Commercial Loan Officer, East Cambridge Savings Bank

3. WIN BUSINESS
Learn how to turn certification into contracting opportunities and get your business in front of organizations looking for suppliers.
→ From Certification to Contracts: Navigating Massachusetts Procurement with Confidence
Maria Gonzalez, Founder and Principal, M&A Supplier Diversity Consultants (M&A SDC)
Plus, eligible certified businesses can take advantage of Roundtable Engagement and One-on-One Matchmaking opportunities. Registration closes September 7th, so act now!

4. STAND OUT
Your story can be one of your most powerful business tools. Learn how to use it to strengthen your positioning, credibility, and leadership.
→ Transforming Your Story into Impactful Strategies
Zuhaly Ramon, Founder, The Chronicles Collective

5. CONNECT
Meet fellow entrepreneurs, business leaders, experts, potential collaborators, and organizations that can help move your business forward.

There’s a lot you can accomplish in one day.

🗓 October 7, 2026
📍 College of the Holy Cross | Worcester, M
👉 Get your ticket to the 2026 CWE Business Summit. Link in comment.

By launching Crystal Clear Marketing, Crystal turned her passion for storytelling and helping brands connect into a thri...
08/28/2026

By launching Crystal Clear Marketing, Crystal turned her passion for storytelling and helping brands connect into a thriving business—helping local businesses, nonprofits, and community-focused organizations share their stories with clarity and impact. She also enjoys the independence, creative freedom, and fulfillment that come with owning her own business.

Learn more about Crystal's story here >> https://cweonline.org/news/crystal-cordones-crystal-clear-marketing-cranston-ri

08/27/2026

The 2026 CWE Business Summit is your chance to step away from the day-to-day and focus on what’s next for YOU and your business.

🤝 Make meaningful connections
💡 Learn from experts and fellow entrepreneurs
🛠️ Walk away with ideas you can actually put to work
🌟 Tap into a community invested in your success

Make the investment in yourself. Join us at the 2026 Business Summit!
📅 October 7
📍 College of the Holy Cross | Worcester, MA

REMINDER: Matchmaking one-on-one registration closes September 7th!

👉 Register today: Link in comment

Corporations, buyers, and consumers want to support women-owned businesses. Make it easy for them to recognize yours.One...
08/26/2026

Corporations, buyers, and consumers want to support women-owned businesses. Make it easy for them to recognize yours.

One of the many benefits of certification through Women's Business Enterprise National Council - WBENC is the ability to use the official Women Owned logo and WBE seal as marketing tools.

These visuals help your business:
• Instantly signal that you are women owned
• Increase visibility in supplier networks
• Influence purchasing decisions from customers who want to support women-owned companies—BONUS you get listed on the buywomenowned.com website

You don’t have to figure out certification alone.

If you’re ready to explore WBENC certification and the benefits that come with it, CWE helps make the path clearer — right here in your community.

Learn more:
https://cweonline.org/build-your-business/certification-programs/womens-business-enterprise-national-council-wbenc

🎉Exciting News! 🎉 CWE received a $25,000 grant from the Foundation to provide entrepreneurship training and support to...
08/25/2026

🎉Exciting News! 🎉

CWE received a $25,000 grant from the Foundation to provide entrepreneurship training and support to women entrepreneurs and small business owners in Essex, Suffolk, Norfolk, and Middlesex counties, focusing on serving low- to moderate-income small business owners living in underserved communities such as Brockton, Cambridge, Lawrence, and Lynn.

We’re deeply grateful to the PNC Foundation for their commitment to economic empowerment.

Together, we’re building stronger businesses, communities, and futures. 💪 💼

By turning a daily café routine into an entrepreneurial opportunity, Savannah launched Caribe & Co. to bring the bold Ca...
08/21/2026

By turning a daily café routine into an entrepreneurial opportunity, Savannah launched Caribe & Co. to bring the bold Caribbean flavors she grew up with into coffee and cocktail syrups. Through her business, she celebrates culture, creates connection through flavor, and enjoys the freedom and growth that come with building something of her own.

Learn more about Savannah's story here >> https://cweonline.org/news/savannah-campbell-caribe-co-warren-ri

Learn from leaders who have built businesses, shaped industries, secured funding, transformed workplace culture, and hel...
08/20/2026

Learn from leaders who have built businesses, shaped industries, secured funding, transformed workplace culture, and helped entrepreneurs succeed.

The 2026 Business Summit brings together an outstanding lineup of speakers ready to share practical strategies, real-world experiences, and actionable insights to help you grow your business. From funding and procurement to leadership, branding, sales, and sustainable growth, there's something for every entrepreneur.

🎤 Featured Speakers & Session Leaders
• Colleen DelVecchio – Chief Maximizer, Maxady
• Maria Gonzalez – Founder & Principal, M&A Supplier Diversity Consultants
• Cvic Innocent – General Partner, Frankenbuild Ventures
• Angela Krupica – Senior Credit Analyst, East Cambridge Savings Bank
• Zuhaly Ramon – Founder, Chronicles Collective
• Patricia Schiapelli – Vice President, Commercial Loan Officer, East Cambridge Savings Bank
• Adriana Vaccaro – CEO, Culture Redesigned
• Lynn Wahlquist – Vice President, Commercial Loan Officer, East Cambridge Savings Bank

You'll also experience:
🤝 Networking with fellow entrepreneurs and business leaders
🏢 Corporate matchmaking opportunities for eligible certified businesses
🎓 Interactive workshops and hands-on learning
🎤 Pitch It!, our exciting closing competition where six entrepreneurs compete live for $1,500 in cash prizes
💡 Practical ideas and connections you can put to work immediately

🗓 Wednesday, October 7, 2026
📍 College of the Holy Cross | Worcester, MA
⏰ 7:30 AM – 3:00 PM

This event sells out. Register today! Link in Comment.

✨ CWE Board Spotlight ✨ We're proud to spotlight Rhonda Sargent, President and Owner of Lamont, Hanley & Associates, Inc...
08/19/2026

✨ CWE Board Spotlight ✨ We're proud to spotlight Rhonda Sargent, President and Owner of Lamont, Hanley & Associates, Inc., and a valued member of the CWE Board of Directors.

Since co-founding her accounts receivable management firm in 1991, Rhonda has built a lasting business and a workplace culture grounded in professionalism, integrity, and continuous improvement.

Why CWE?
"No one builds a lasting business alone. Thirty-five years as a business owner taught me that success takes trusted resources, experienced mentors, and a strong community — and that's exactly what CWE provides for women entrepreneurs. I'm proud to be part of it."

Thank you, Rhonda, for your leadership, dedication, and service to CWE.

08/18/2026

Growing a business takes more than ambition; it takes clarity, strategy, and the right support system.

That’s what Teresa Cruz Foley, Brad Spelbring, and Crystal Silva found through CWE. With guidance on everything from capability statements to crafting a strong pitch, they gained tools to better position their businesses and stand out in competitive spaces.

Surrounded by a community focused on growth and improvement, they’re turning knowledge into action, and opportunity.

No matter where you are in your entrepreneurial journey, CWE meets you where you are.

Learn more at https://www.cweonline.org

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