WBE

WBE Advocate of the Year Award 

The WBE Advocate of the Year Award recognizes a WBE owner or employee who demonstrates extraordinary efforts in inspiring, engaging, and empowering women-owned businesses. This individual will be recognized and honored for her mentoring, coaching, and supporting of women-owned businesses.  

WBE Rising Star 

The WBE Rising Star Award recognizes a certified WBE who has demonstrated the highest degree of support for and involvement with WBEC ORV and plans to continue engagement into the future. 

WBE Volunteer of the Year

The winner is the WBE who has volunteered for committee work or Catch the Wave, or has served in a support role in his or her market 

President's Award

The winner is a certified WBE owner who goes above and beyond in their dedication to WBEC ORV.

Corporate/Community

Partner of the Year Award 

This honor is awarded to one WBEC ORV Corporate Member who has been instrumental in the ORV's successful achievement of its annual goals. 

Corporate Advocate of the Year Award

This honor is awarded to an employee of a WBEC ORV corporate or government member in good standing who has done the most to promote business opportunities for WBENC-certified WBEs. This individual has provided exceptional support to women business enterprises and demonstrated leadership in the promotion and utilization of WBENC-certified WBEs. 

Hes4Shes Award

This award honors a male ally who goes above and beyond in championing women-owned businesses. He actively supports, advocates, and creates opportunities that help WBEs grow and succeed. His commitment reflects the spirit of partnership that drives equity and inclusion.