| LEVEL | | REQUIREMENTS | BENEFITS |
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WBCC
Participant | | Pay as you go, participate as
often or as little as you choose | Attend Mixers, Seminars, Workshops, Special Events; Use our Online Resources; Information - Education - Resources - Networking |
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WBCC
Community
Member | | Pay as you go, participate in a
minimum of 3 events every 12
months, OR
Be enrolled in First Step FastTrac® entrepreneurial training program | Same as above, plus: Get listed online in the WBCC Community business directory & referral list, Special Event/Program Discounts Free counseling & specialty advising AND/OR, speaker/presenter opportunities |
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Supporter
| $00,050 $00,100 | Support a Monthly Mini Mixer Support a Monthly Mixer Grande | Same as above, plus: Your logo linking to your website on 1 WBCC newsletter + Your logo with link on WBCC website for 1 full year |
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| Micro Sponsor Corporate Sponsor | $00,200 $00,500 | Sponsor our annual Mega Mixer & Expo Sponsor our annual Mega Mixer & Expo | Same as above, plus: Prime exposure at the expo, Higher placement on WBCC website, Additional newsletter promos + Article submission & postings |
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| Program Sponsor | $02,500+ | Support seminars/workshops/expo | * Customized packages
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| Program Partner | $05,000+ | Support all our events + training programs | * Customized packages
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Organization Donors,
Presenters, Grantors | $10,000+ | Support the organization | * Customized packages |
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| Frequently Asked Questions |
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How do I join the WBCC and how much does it cost?
The WBCC is NOT a membership-based organization, there are NO membership applications, fees or dues. Use our services as you need them, when you need them, pay only for what you use. All are welcome to participate in all we have to offer, there is no need to be a member to utilize our services. |
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Can men participate?
YES! Many men participate. The WBCC was born from a federal grant program promoting women business ownership. The name remained for branding purposes, to honor our history, & to continue the focus on our niche demographic. However, we like men too, & all of our services applicable to female & male entrepreneurs. |
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What is a WBCC Community Member?
1. A participant who utilizes our services on a regular basis, or;
2. A sponsor who contributes to the financial needs of the organization, or;
3. A nonprofit partner who works with us in a mutually beneficial manner for cross marketing purposes, & offers the WBCC
complementary membership. |
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How can I become a WBCC Community Member if I am not a financial sponsor or nonprofit partner?
1. Participation in 3 events within a 12 month period = membership for 1 subsequent year (renewed under the same terms)
2. Enrollment in an ongoing training program = membership for 1 year from program start date |
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Why do you have community memberships if you do not charge membership fees?
First, it is meant to motivate you to make the time to come and take advantage of all the resources we have to offer;
Second, the ongoing revenue helps us offset some of our nominal operating costs ensuring continuous, ongoing, affordable services
Third, it helps us provide the necessary statistical data to sponsors/grantors so that we can continue to provide affordable services; Fourth, the more involved you are, the more we get to know you; the more we get to know you, the better we can assist you! |
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What are the benefits to being a WBCC Community Member?
* Special VIP invitations to WBCC & community events
* Special promotional opportunities: when we need a speaker, we go to our member database first!
* Listing on our website on the Community Members page with your company name, info & link to your website
* The ability for us to offer you customized services because we have the opportunity to better understand you & know your needs |
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How can I help to support the WBCC?
There are numerous ways to be involved as a supporter. As a nonprofit, 501(c)(3) organization, all financial support is tax deductable.
1. The WBCC has sponsorship levels beginning at just $50.
2. You can offer your products or services as an in-kind donation (also tax deductible).
3. We always welcome your donation of time & talent as a volunteer!
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Are there any other criteria for membership?
YES! We ask for you to fill out a simple, 10 question form with basic demographic data & verification of membership criteria as previously outlined: Click here to register * Demographic data is used only for the purpose of procuring grant & sponsorship funding in order to keep our prices of services to you affordable.
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