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execWE | Beyond Sustainability | Business Essentials for Driving Growth

April 5, 2023 @ 9:00 am - 2:00 pm

This event informs attendees on how a rising number of corporations have pledged to work only with suppliers that adhere to sustainability standards that create a cascade of sustainable practices that flows smoothly throughout the supply chain. The development of a sustainability program is increasingly being recognized as a business essential, not a “nice to have.” Businesses that implement sustainability have a greater probability of winning contracts.
You’ll gain:
*Understanding from industry experts how sustainability in your business model is a growth driver and competitive advantage
*Network with corporate members in a discussion of sustainability measures
*Receive a guide to designing a sustainability plan
*Acquire informative links to sustainability resources

Who Should Attend:
Women business owners/founders, corporate partners, business leaders, certified WBEs, women ready to level-up.

Great Lakes Women’s Business Council registration is requiredgreatlakeswbc.org/execWE. NO same-day registration will be available.

Details

Date:
April 5, 2023
Time:
9:00 am - 2:00 pm
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Organizer

Great Lakes Women’s Business Council
Phone:
7346771400
Email:
events@greatlakeswbc.org
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Other

Organizer Name
Shelly Hyland
Organizer Phone
7346771400
Organizer Website
greatlakeswbc.org
Organizer Email
shyland@greatlakeswbc.org
Is this event local within metropolitan Detroit?
Yes
Please list the organization name(s) hosting this event.
Lear DTE Energy BCBS of Michigan TOYOTA Stellantis
Please list the organization name(s) that benefit from proceeds of this event.
Women business owners/founders, corporate partners, business leaders, certified WBEs, women ready to take their businesses to the next level.
Please explain what this charity supports, i.e., programs, services, etc.
Great Lakes Women’s Business Council is a nonprofit champion for women and minority business owners. We provide access to capital, corporate procurement opportunities, certification for women-owned business enterprises, and small business educational support. We represent more than 1,400 Women’s Business Enterprise National Council (WBENC) certified women’s business enterprises generating approximately $8.6 billion in annual revenue and employing 48,000 U.S. workers as well as 90+ corporate partners in a diverse range of industry sectors. We provided $8 million in loans to small business owners who created 1,800 jobs. Through the Michigan Women’s Marketplace and in-person sessions, we have trained more than 15,000 business owners and entrepreneurs.
Which categories does this event fall under? (Please check all that apply)
Education
Which categories does this agenda fall under? (Please check all that apply)
Meet & Greet, Networking, Program
Registration Requirements
Registrations is required. NO same-day registration will be available. www.greatlakeswbc.org/execWE
Dress Code
Business casual (no jeans)
Parking Guidelines
Event parking to the right of the guard booth
COVID-19 Protocols
Great Lakes WBC will enforce its “Be Well” policy that stipulates that if you feel sick or are experiencing COVID-like symptoms prior to traveling to or while onsite at our event, we ask that you leave or not attend for the safety of others. To help ensure your personal safety Great Lakes WBC is committed to robust and transparent communications.
Sponsors
https://na.eventscloud.com/website/52245/sponsors/
Event Submitter Email (required)
shyland@greatlakeswbc.org

Venue

Lear Corporation
LEAR Corporation | Building #400 – Auditorium | 21557 Telegraph Road
Southfield,MI48033United States
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Phone:
7346771400
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