FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:
Wednesday, September 18, 2024
(Saipan, MP) The CNMI Small Business Development Center (SBDC) Network at the Northern Marianas College (NMC) and the CNMI Women’s Association (CWA) are pleased to announce the open registration period of Cohort Four of the Women Entrepreneurship Project, set to take place from October 15 to 18, 2024, at the NMC As Terlaje Campus Room J-15. These sessions, running from 5:30 PM to 7:30 PM during the four-day training series, aim to equip women entrepreneurs with practical skills and resources to enhance their business success.
The Women Entrepreneurship Project (WEP) is a collaborative initiative between the CNMI SBDC and CWA, designed to support and nurture women-owned businesses in the Commonwealth. Now in its fourth year, this collaboration has continued to empower women with vital knowledge, mentorship, and networking opportunities to grow their ventures.
Mercilynn Kaneshi Palec, CNMI SBDC Acting Network Director, emphasized the ongoing impact of the program. “Over the years, the Women Entrepreneurship Project has empowered women across the CNMI to overcome barriers in business by equipping them with essential training and support. This fourth cohort builds on that success by offering participants new tools and strategies, from securing credit and accessing federal opportunities to forming strong business partnerships, further enhancing their entrepreneurial journey.”
Dorsha Moreno, President of the CNMI Women’s Association, also highlighted the importance of this initiative. “The Women Entrepreneurship Project has become a cornerstone for empowering local women to take charge of their entrepreneurial journeys. Through this continued partnership with the CNMI SBDC, we’re helping women not only develop critical skills but also connect with resources that can propel their businesses forward. We’re excited to see the positive impact this fourth cohort will have on our community.”
The Women Entrepreneurship Project invites aspiring and established women entrepreneurs to join Cohort 4 and seize the opportunity to take their businesses to new heights. To register for one or all of the trainings, please refer to the following links:
Tuesday, October 15, 2024
Credit Ecosystem: Commercial Loan & Business Credit
Equip yourself with the knowledge needed to navigate commercial loans, build strong business credit and better understand your financials.
Registration Link: https://marianas.ecenterdirect.com/events/1019166
Wednesday, October 16, 2024
Exploring CNMI’s SSBCI 2.0
Dive into CNMI’s SSBCI (State Small Business Credit Initiative) 2.0 program and uncover available opportunities to help support your business financially.
Registration Link: https://marianas.ecenterdirect.com/events/1019167
Thursday, October 17, 2024
The Anatomy of the RFP
Master the components of a successful Request for Proposal (RFP) to enhance your ability to secure contracts in the federal contracting space.
Registration Link: https://marianas.ecenterdirect.com/events/1019168
Friday, October 18, 2024
Consignment Symbiosis: Partnering for Optimal Inventory Growth
Learn how consignment partnerships can improve inventory management, boost sales and get your name out there to expose your brand and business in the market.
Registration Link: https://marianas.ecenterdirect.com/events/1019169
Attendees must be a registered CNMI SBDC client. At the end of the cohort session, Certificates of Completion will be issued to attendees with perfect attendance throughout the four-day training session. Attendees are allowed to miss a session but will not be issued a Certificate of Completion at the end of the program.
For more information, visit www.cnmisbdc.com or contact us at (670) 237-6888 / cnmisbdc@marianas.edu. Follow us on social media for the latest updates: Instagram @cnmisbdc and Facebook at CNMI Small Business Development Center Network.
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Calling all Women Entrepreneurs! The CNMI SBDC Network at NMC and the CNMI Women’s Association are excited to announce the 4th Cohort of the Women Entrepreneurship Project! 
Join us from October 15-18, 2024 for four empowering evenings designed to help you level up your business. From mastering business credit to federal contracting and consignment partnerships, we’ve got all the tools to help you thrive! 
Training Schedule:
Oct. 15: Credit Ecosystem Oct. 16: Exploring CNMI SSBCI’s 2.0 Oct. 17: The Anatomy of the RFP Oct. 18: Consignment Symbiosis
Location: NMC As Terlaje Campus, Room J-15
Time: 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM
Register today and take your business to the next level! Visit www.cnmisbdc.com or call (670) 237-6888 for more info. 
Certificates will be awarded to those with perfect attendance!
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The CNMI SBDC Network promotes a business-friendly economic infrastructure in the community, builds entrepreneurial capacity and financial literacy within that community, and provides current and nascent small businesses with the technical assistance, counseling, training, and support they need to innovate, adapt, and grow.
The CNMI Small Business Development Center Network (CNMI SBDC) Network comprises the CNMI SBDC lead center located in Saipan, the Rota SBDC, and Tinian SBDC. CNMI SBDC Network is partially funded by a cooperative agreement with the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) and the Northern Marianas College. All opinions, conclusions, or recommendations expressed are those of the author(s) and do not necessarily reflect the views of the SBA. Requests for reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities will be made if requested at least two weeks in advance. Language assistance services are available for limited English proficient individuals with at least two weeks advance notice. For arrangements, please contact your local SBDC at P.O.Box 501250 Saipan, MP 96950, Tel: (670) 237-6888, or email adelpha.magofna@marianas.edu. Services are extended to the public on a non-disciplinary basis.
