Join CWE and the Veterans Business Outreach Center of New England (VBOC) for a day filled with dynamic workshops, impactful networking opportunities, and the chance to engage with fellow entrepreneurs!

Wednesday, October 7, 2026

7:30 AM -3:00 PM

College of the Holy Cross
Hogan Center
1 College St.
Worcester, MA

Registration Opens Soon

Elevate Your Business

Discover innovative strategies to take your business to new heights! Our sessions will cover everything from navigating certification processes to gaining visibility among key decision-makers in the corporate and government supply chains.

Celebrate the Entrepreneurial Spirit

This isn’t just an event; it’s a vibrant celebration of creativity, growth, and community! Connect with passionate entrepreneurs from varied backgrounds who share your drive for success. Together, we’ll foster an environment that inspires collaboration and celebrates the entrepreneurial spirit!

Why Attend?

• Share Experiences: Forge connections with fellow entrepreneurs and share your unique stories.
• Exchange Ideas: Dive into engaging discussions that encourage fresh perspectives and innovative thinking.
• Forge Communities: Build lasting relationships with like-minded individuals.
• Explore Opportunities: Discover certification and contracting opportunities to expand your business with government and corporate partners.

You'll leave the summit equipped with practical tools, actionable insights, and game-changing strategies to elevate your business. Our lineup of engaging workshops and interactive sessions will expand your network, empower you to lead confidently, and help you achieve your goals.

Conference Highlights

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  Sessions & Workshops: Participate in interactive sessions led by industry experts, designed to equip you with practical tools and actionable insights.

• Matchmaking Roundtable Engagement: Meet with corporations of your choice across rotating sessions.  Introduce yourself, pitch your services, and elevate your business arsenal—get your capability statement ready and be part of this game-changing experience! Must be a certified women-owned or certified veteran business to attend.
• Matchmaking One-on-One: Discover an exclusive, by-appointment-only opportunity designed to connect you directly with corporations seeking your services. If you are a certified women-owned or certified veteran business, make sure to register for The Business Summit by September 9th to take advantage of this unique chance to showcase your offerings and secure potential partnerships.
• Networking Opportunities: Build valuable connections that can enhance your business.

Tickets & Registration

Don’t let this incredible opportunity pass you by! Join us at The Summit to transform your business and immerse yourself in a dynamic community of entrepreneurs eager to support one another. Take advantage of our Early Bird tickets available until Friday, August 7. Remember, online sales will close on Wednesday, September 30, so secure your spot early! Please note that all registration and ticket sales are final after this date, and we will not be able to issue refunds. 

Registration will open soon!

Sponsorship, Advertisement Opportunities and Donations

Are you looking to boost your company's visibility while supporting women and veterans? Consider becoming a sponsor or making a donation to a worthy cause. Your company logo or name will be featured in the conference promotional materials sent to over 40,000 subscribers, including our clients, corporate members, supporters, business leaders, and more. Click here for sponsorship opportunities. For more information about our sponsorship packages and donation options, please email Debbie Aurelio at dauerlio@cweonline.org.