Center for Women & Enterprise Rhode Island

Center for Women & Enterprise Rhode Island CWE is an inclusive economic empowerment organization helping women business entrepreneurs.

🛍️ BIG SHOPPING DAY TOMORROW! Join the Center for Women & Enterprise, the Veterans Business Outreach Center (VBOC), a...
11/04/2025

🛍️ BIG SHOPPING DAY TOMORROW! Join the Center for Women & Enterprise, the Veterans Business Outreach Center (VBOC), and the City of Boston for an unforgettable evening at our Client Holiday Marketplace! Discover one-of-a-kind gifts from local entrepreneurs—think handcrafted jewelry, cozy housewares, unique books, pet accessories, and luxurious bath and beauty products.

🗓 Wednesday, November 5, 2025
🕙 3:00 PM – 8:00 PM
📍 100 High Street Place Food Hall, Boston, MA

Start prepping your shopping list now!
Here's the list of amazing vendors:

27Teas
Aura Bead
Cat in the Box
Dri Umbrellas
Elcee Jay Creations
Frios Gourmet Pops
Hauskaa
Hale Sky
Homevity
Lady Ella Studios
Lady Lavette's Plant Studio
Little Man Originals
Love Balungi
Mango Fish, Inc
Mayuur Naturals
Maxady
Play and Oak
Precious Prosper
Simply Chickie Clothing
Star Bright Books
Supply Bulk Foods
The Shine Brand
Tipzy Nails
And more

10/31/2025

WHAT A DAY! A sold out crowd gathered yesterday for The Summit where we were inspired by industry leaders, dynamic workshops, and impactful networking with other entrepreneurs.

If you were there, please comment your favorite thing about the day below. If you see yourself in this wrap up reel add a ❤️!

Thank you to everyone who participated and our sponsors!

🤝 CWE / Veterans Business Outreach Center event

📍 Bridgewater State University

See you at tomorrow's SOLD OUT Summit! We can’t wait to welcome a packed house of entrepreneurs, innovators, and changem...
10/29/2025

See you at tomorrow's SOLD OUT Summit! We can’t wait to welcome a packed house of entrepreneurs, innovators, and changemakers. If you are going to the event, give us a "See you soon!" shout out in the comments below.

⚠️ Please note: No walk-in registrations will be accepted.

To ensure a smooth experience for everyone, here are a few important logistics:

🚗 GPS Directions: Please use Bridgewater State University Garage

🅿️ Parking: Use the 5th floor of the parking garage

🚐 Shuttle Pick-Up: Located just outside the left back corner of the garage, near the tennis courts - the shuttle is available to take you to and from the Rondileau Student Union

🚶‍♀️Walking Option: Expect a 15-minute walk from the garage to the Rondileau Student Union

♿ Accessible Parking: Available directly at the Student Union

✅ Preview the full day of programming so you can plan ahead >>https://d1bcd7y41azngs.cloudfront.net/documents/2025-Summit-Agenda-at-a-Glance.pdf

Get ready for an energizing day designed to elevate your business. See you soon!

🛍️ Get ready to shop! Join the Center for Women & Enterprise, the Veterans Business Outreach Center (VBOC), and the Ci...
10/27/2025

🛍️ Get ready to shop! Join the Center for Women & Enterprise, the Veterans Business Outreach Center (VBOC), and the City of Boston for an unforgettable evening at our Client Holiday Marketplace! Discover one-of-a-kind gifts from local entrepreneurs—think handcrafted jewelry, cozy housewares, unique books, pet accessories, and luxurious bath and beauty products.

🗓 Wednesday, November 5, 2025
🕙 3:00 PM – 8:00 PM
📍 100 High Street Place Food Hall, Boston, MA

Start prepping your shopping list now!
Here's the list of amazing vendors:

27Teas
Aura Bead
Cat in the Box
Dri Umbrellas
Elcee Jay Creations
Frios Gourmet Pops
Hauskaa
Hale Sky
Homevity
Lady Ella Studios
Lady Lavette's Plant Studio
Little Man Originals
Love Balungi
Mango Fish, Inc
Mayuur Naturals
Maxady
Play and Oak
Precious Prosper
Simply Chickie Clothing
Star Bright Books
Supply Bulk Foods
The Shine Brand
Tipzy Nails
And more

🛡️ Insure Your Business Now — and How!Are you confident your business is fully protected? Join us for a free workshop de...
10/23/2025

🛡️ Insure Your Business Now — and How!

Are you confident your business is fully protected? Join us for a free workshop designed to help women entrepreneurs safeguard what they’ve worked so hard to build.

In this session, you’ll learn how to:
✨ Protect your personal and business assets
💸 Compare plans and save money
❓ Ask the right questions when speaking with brokers
👩🏽‍💼 Identify which types of insurance fit your business
🤝 Protect your employees and your future

Whether you’re just starting out or reassessing your coverage, this workshop will empower you to make informed, cost-effective decisions that keep your business secure.

👉 Register today! https://cwewbc.ecenterdirect.com/events/979937

NEXT WEEK’S Summit is SOLD OUT! We can’t wait to welcome a packed house of entrepreneurs, innovators, and changemakers. ...
10/23/2025

NEXT WEEK’S Summit is SOLD OUT! We can’t wait to welcome a packed house of entrepreneurs, innovators, and changemakers. If you are going to the event, give us a "See you soon!" shout out in the comments below.

⚠️ Please note: No walk-in registrations will be accepted.
To ensure a smooth experience for everyone, here are a few important logistics:

🅿️Parking: Use the 5th floor of the parking garage

🚐 Shuttle Pick-Up: Located just outside the left back corner of the garage, near the tennis courts - the shuttle is available to take you to and from the Rondileau Student Union

🚶‍♀️Walking Option: Expect a 15-minute walk from the garage to the Rondileau Student Union

♿ Accessible Parking: Available directly at the Student Union

✅ Preview the full day of programming so you can plan ahead >>https://d1bcd7y41azngs.cloudfront.net/documents/2025-Summit-Agenda-at-a-Glance.pdf

Get ready for an energizing day designed to elevate your business. See you soon!

Join the Center for Women & Enterprise, the Veterans Business Outreach Center (VBOC), and the City of Boston for an unfo...
10/21/2025

Join the Center for Women & Enterprise, the Veterans Business Outreach Center (VBOC), and the City of Boston for an unforgettable evening at our Client Holiday Marketplace! Discover one-of-a-kind gifts from local entrepreneurs—think handcrafted jewelry, cozy housewares, unique books, pet accessories, and luxurious bath and beauty products.

🗓 Wednesday, November 5, 2025
🕙 3:00 PM – 8:00 PM
📍 100 High Street Place Food Hall, Boston, MA

Start prepping your shopping list now!
Here's the list of amazing vendors:

27Teas
Cat in the Box
Dri Umbrellas
Elcee Jay Creations
Hauskaa
Hale Sky
Homevity
Lady Ella Studios
Lady Lavette's Plant Studio
Little Man Originals
Love Balungi
Mayuur Naturals
Maxady
Play and Oak
Simply Chickie Clothing
Star Bright Books
Supply Bulk Foods
The Shine Brand
Tipzy Nails
And more

💥 The Power of the Page: Mastering the Capability Statement 💥Want your government proposals to stand out? Your Capabilit...
10/20/2025

💥 The Power of the Page: Mastering the Capability Statement 💥

Want your government proposals to stand out? Your Capability Statement is your most powerful marketing tool — when done right.

Join Vanessa Zamy, Founder of LiberationX Contracts, to learn how to:
✅ Craft a compelling business narrative
✅ Align your strengths with agency needs
✅ Format your CS to grab attention
✅ Use it strategically to win contracts

🎤 Vanessa — The Business Defibrillator® — is a GovCon Prime & Subcontractor featured in Fast Company and NPR Marketplace.

📅 Don’t miss this game-changing session!
👉 https://cwewbc.ecenterdirect.com/events/979932

⏳ Only 2 weeks until The Summit! Are you ready?Join us for a full day of connection, growth, and hands-on learning desig...
10/16/2025

⏳ Only 2 weeks until The Summit! Are you ready?
Join us for a full day of connection, growth, and hands-on learning designed to move your business forward.

✅ Bring your laptop for interactive sessions
✅ Prepare a 2–3 minute pitch for the opening session
✅ Brush up your capability statement using our builder tool
✅ Get ready to share insights and collaborate during the Mastermind
✅ Reach out for support—we’re here to help you shine!

It’s not just a Summit—it’s a launchpad for your next big move. We’ll see you October 30 at Bridgewater State! https://cweonline.org/about-us/the-summit

And the 2025 WBENCPitch Regional Round Winners are...Colleen DelVecchio of Maxady, and Dr. Ellana Stinson of Safo Hair! ...
10/14/2025

And the 2025 WBENCPitch Regional Round Winners are...Colleen DelVecchio of Maxady, and Dr. Ellana Stinson of Safo Hair! 👏 🎉 They won $1,000 each, move on to this month's national semifinals, and have a chance at the $25,000 national prize.

We recognize and congratulate all participants in this year's event. It's not easy to put yourself out there, and these women did an incredible job of presenting their amazing businesses.

Janell Caldwell of Phenomenal Js
Donna Childs of Prisere LLC
Eden-Renee Hayes of Pluralism Solutions
Sheri Kasper of Fresh Communications
Marianne Lancaster of Lancaster Packaging
Lei Nichols of Wise Mouth
Heather Roberts of Mom Bomb

We extend our deep gratitude to the sponsors of the Regional Round:
HarborOne Bank
MFS Investment Management

Thanks also to our volunteer judges:
Aditi Dussalt of Rivet Consulting Services
Adrianna Flax of Citizens
Jill Governor of MFS Investment Management
Kristina Gulish of Boston Scientific
Jackie Henry of Boston Scientific
Ruth Johnson of TJ Maxx
Tracie Ninh of MassMutual
Stephanie Stevens of HarborOne Bank

If you want to learn more about how certification can benefit your business and/or how to participate in next year's competition, contact [email protected].

10/09/2025

⏳ The countdown is on—just 3 weeks until The Summit! We can't wait to see you there.

If you're a certified woman- or veteran-owned business, tomorrow (Oct 10) is your last chance to register for our exclusive One-on-One Matchmaking opportunity. Don’t miss this chance to sit down with corporate decision-makers actively seeking vendors in your space. These 10-minute meetings could open the door to lasting partnerships—but only if you're on the list.

🔗 Register now https://cweonline.org/about-us/the-summit

Certified and ready to connect? If you’re WBENC-certified, veteran-owned, service-disabled, or hold a State WBE/MBE or W...
10/02/2025

Certified and ready to connect? If you’re WBENC-certified, veteran-owned, service-disabled, or hold a State WBE/MBE or WOSB certification—this is for you.

At the CWE Summit, our exclusive one-on-one matchmaking sessions will connect you directly with corporations actively sourcing in your NAICS categories. These brief, high-impact meetings could lead to lasting business opportunities—but you must register by October 10 to be considered.

🎯 Register now, highlight your certifications, and get ready to meet the right partners.

🔗 https://cweonline.org/about-us/the-summit

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132 George M. Cohan Boulevard
Providence, RI
02903

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm

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