Certification Committee
The Certification Committee is responsible for the certification and recertification process of all WBEs. Committee members are trained using the WBENC Standards and Procedures.

Participation on this committee is by invitation only.

Corporate Advisory Committee
Mission:  To provide a corporate forum promoting the mutual success of corporate members and WBEs by connecting our supplier diversity programs and resources to support each other and the WBEA

This committee is open to WBEA corporate members.  The purpose of the corporate advisory committee is to share knowledge and provide direction on supplier diversity trends and issues that impact the mission and programs of the WBEA. 

Meeting Time: 2nd Tuesday of every month at 2:00 p.m.
at the WBEA Office.

Education Committee
This committee is open to WBEs and corporate members that wish to influence WBEA’s educational programs. Committee members help interview potential presenters, organize educational programs, and create opportunities for business development and member enrichment. 

Meeting Time: 2nd Thursday every month at 9:00 a.m.
at the WBEA Office.

EXPO Committee
The Annual Women's Business Opportunity EXPO is WBEA’s largest event of the year held at Reliant Center—this trade show is your opportunity to network with hundreds of Women Business Enterprises, as well as local and national corporate sponsors and buyers.  The EXPO is a must for women in business who want to develop their niche in the global marketplace. Take advantage of the networking opportunities, and get inside knowledge on Texas’ premier networking opportunity for women in business.  Don’t miss out on this amazing opportunity to get connected!

Call 713-681-9232 for dates and times. Meeting location is at the WBEA Office.

Golf Committee
The Golf Committee develops one of the most popular, fun-filled events of the year!  The Annual Golf Classic & Silent Auction serves as one of our primary fund-raisers, providing resources essential to the continued success of women- owned businesses.  The golf tournament is a great day for enjoying the beauty of Houston in October while connecting and networking with Corporate members and other WBEs. 

Meetings begin in June each year. Call for more details.

PR/Marketing & Events Committee
The PR/Marketing & Events Committee helps to spread the word about the advantages of WBEA membership, both to our members and the Texas business community. Current projects include an E-Newsletter, a WebStore offering WBEA branded merchandise and a Speaker's Bureau to create exposure for the organization and individual WBEs.   Made up of WBEs and Corporate members, this joint committee will help market and organize Business Opportunity Breakfasts, Networking luncheons, monthly A5 (After Five) Networking events and the Holiday Party.  Committee members benefit from the networking and relationships they build during event planning and production. This committee is also responsible for the development of new events that meet our member’s needs.

Meeting Time: 2nd Friday of every month at 10:00 a.m.
at the WBEA Office.

Membership Committee
The Membership Committee is the first line of contact with potential and new WBEs and Corporate Members!  The Membership Committee directly contributes to the growth of the organization through one of our three sub-committees:  Recruitment, Retention, and New Member Orientation.  Committee members are responsible for contacting new members, and have additional networking opportunities to meet Corporate members when they hold their semi-monthly “Meet and Greet” immediately after our New Member Orientation.  

Meeting Time: 2nd Tuesday of every month at 1:00 p.m.
at the WBEA Office.

The Forum
The Forum is the ‘think tank’ of the organization, formulating and assessing additional programs that would give every WBEA member more value to their membership.  We are looking for members in every size business, every industry all over the greater Houston area.  Come join the committee where you KNOW you can make a difference!  

Meeting Time: 3rd Tuesday of every month at 1:00 p.m.
at the WBEA Office.