Women's Enterprise Development Center
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About Us
The Women’s Enterprise Development Center (WEDC), a 501(c)(3) corporation, has been empowering women entrepreneurs to build successful small businesses since 1997 in Westchester County and the Hudson Valley. This is accomplished by providing comprehensive, high quality business training programs, one-on-one business and loan counseling, networking opportunities, assistance with loan applications for microloans and crowd funding through Kiva Zip, and MWBE certification assistance in English and Spanish. WEDC’s overarching goal is to build a vibrant community of women business owners, comprised of start-up and established companies.
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Contact Information
3 Neptune Road
Poughkeepsie, NY 12601
Call 845-363-6432
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Thursday August 21 6:00pm - 7:30pm EDT
Work for Yourself @50+
Work for Yourself @50+ Are you over 50 and looking for ways to improve your financial situation? Have you ever dreamed of being your own boss?Work for Yourself@50+⢠has the information you need to succeed. AARP Foundationâs Work for Yourself@50+ initiative is designed ......More
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Tuesday August 26 6:00pm - 8:00pm EDT
SĂŠ Tu Propio Jefe (Presencial en Poughkeepsie)
¿Estås pensando en empezar tu propio negocio y no sabes por dónde comenzar? En este taller, recibirås claridad, motivación y herramientas para que tomes el control de tu futuro y comiences tu camino empresarial con confianza. Temas clave: Las verdades que debes s......More
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Tuesday September 9 6:00pm - 9:00pm EDT
Entrepreneur Growth Lab (Fall 2025, Westchester â New York)
What is the Entrepreneur Growth Lab (EGL)? It is an 8-week course, designed for entrepreneurs at different levels. Do you have a business idea or already have an established business? In any case, there is always room to grow and improve. WEDCâs professional instructors......More
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Tuesday September 9 6:00pm - 9:00pm EDT
Laboratorio para el Crecimiento Emprendedor (Mid-Hudson)
¿QuÊ es el Laboratorio para el Crecimiento Emprendedor (LCE)? Es un programa de capacitación empresarial de 15 sesiones. Estå diseùado para darte las herramientas, estrategias y la confianza necesaria para tener Êxito en el mercado competitivo de hoy. Ya sea q......More
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Thursday September 11 6:00pm - 8:00pm EDT
Laboratorio para el Crecimiento Emprendedor (Westchester)
¿QuÊ es el Laboratorio para el Crecimiento Emprendedor (LCE)? Es un programa de capacitación empresarial de 17 sesiones. Estå diseùado para darte las herramientas, estrategias y la confianza necesaria para tener Êxito en el mercado competitivo de hoy. Ya sea ......More
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Wednesday September 17 6:00pm - 8:00pm EDT
Mid-Hudson Money Moves and Networking That Works
Connect, collaborate, and grow at this must-attend networking event! Meet fellow entrepreneurs, enjoy refreshments, learn smart banking tips, discover how KeyBank and WEDC can help you grow, and enter for a chance to win a special raffle prize. What to Expect: Discover ......More
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Thursday September 18 6:00pm - 7:45pm EDT
SOLO PARA RESIDENTES/EMPRESARIOS DE NEW ROCHELLE: Clientes Felices, Ingresos Altos: Secretos de la Venta Inteligente
En este taller descubrirĂĄs cĂłmo optimizar cada venta usando estrategias como upsell, bump y cross-sell. Aprende a crear una experiencia de compra irresistible que harĂĄ que tus clientes vuelvan una y otra vez. Temas a tocar: Estrategias de marketing para aumentar ingr......More
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Tuesday September 23 9:00am - 10:30am EDT
Mount Vernon Residents and Business Owners: Back to School, Back to Business Financing Panel 101
Join us on Tuesday, September 23rd, 2025 for Back to School, Back to Business Financing 101 Panel open to Mount Vernon residents and business owners. As summer winds down and routines pick up, itâs the perfect time to refocus on your business goals. Back to School, Back......More
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Wednesday September 24 6:00pm - 9:00pm EDT
How to Turn Every Vendor Event into a Profit Powerhouse
In-Person Workshop in Poughkeepsie Sell more with smarter event marketing! Tired of having a table/booth at an event and wondering if it was worth it? At this workshop, learn how to turn every event into a sales magnet and leave with profits, not doubts. Walk away ......More
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Monday September 29 6:00pm - 7:45pm EDT
New Rochelle Residents and Business Owners Only: Digital Marketing and Social Media for Small Business Owners
Whether youâre just getting started or looking to grow your presence online, this 90-minute workshop will help you cut through the noise and focus on what really works. Weâll break down digital marketing and social media into approachable stepsâso you can show up with m......More