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WBDC Women's Business Enterprise Certification

WBENC Women's Business Enterprise certification for Illinois women-owned businesses seeking corporate and public-sector supplier opportunities.

About this program

Visit the program website for full details.

Eligibility

Businesses generally must be at least 51% owned, controlled, operated, and managed by one or more women and meet WBENC documentation and review requirements.

Requirements

  • Submit the WBENC/WBDC certification application.
  • Provide ownership, control, management, legal, tax, and business documentation.
  • Complete review steps, including any required site visit or interview.