About Us
The Suffolk County Women’s Business Enterprise Coalition (SCWBEC) is the only organization of its kind on Long Island. SCWBEC was originally established in 1990 under the Suffolk County Office of Affirmative Action and Minority Affairs by a group of visionary business women. The goal was to break down the barriers to get women-owned businesses (WBEs) on the bid lists for County and other government agencies, and to make women owned businesses known to government and private industry.
The Mission of SCWBEC is to register all women-owned businesses in Suffolk County and to publish a product and services directory for distribution to all purchasing agents and procurement people in government and private industry.
Today, the programs focus on
- Providing WBEs with the tools to compete for government and corporate contracts
- Mentoring new WBEs
- Creating networking/sales opportunities for coalition members
With over 600 current members and associate members, the SCWBEC continues to grow and attract more women business owners to monthly meetings and annual events. Under the auspices of the Suffolk County Executive, SCWBEC serves all women business owners who either reside or maintain their business within Suffolk County. SCWBEC has a 501.c.3 foundation known as the Research and Education Fund of SCWBEC, which raises money for.
What We Offer
- No dues, no fees!
- Monthly Meetings: Programs with contacts and information To grow and improve your business
- Certification Workshops : For New York State or other Certification
- Government and corporate contract opportunities : Highlighted at monthly meetings by speakers who are buying your goods and services
- Membership Directory : available to all Purchasing Agents, Members and online
- Website : www.scwbec.org Information and Resources Upcoming events