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WEConnect International members are large organizations committed to global supplier diversity and inclusion that help build sustainable communities by sourcing from women-owned businesses around the globe.
Learn more about supplier diversity & inclusion and the benefits of becoming a WEConnect International member.
Prime Supplier Membership includes:
– Training sessions on planning and implementing SD&I efforts
– Access to global database of women-owned businesses
– Assistance with identifying existing diverse suppliers
– Best practices on local, regional and global SD&I efforts
– Individual member strategy support
– Invitations to regional networking/matchmaking events
The real drivers of the economy are women —as business leaders, employees, consumers, and entrepreneurs. Investing in women can yield a significant boost in economic growth, otherwise known as “the gender dividend.” When women are made the focus in business decisions, communities will thrive.
Learn more about GRP as a critical initiative for driving business growth.
One-third of all privately owned businesses in the world are owned by women, yet women-owned businesses earn less than 1% of large corporate and government spend with suppliers
Globally, women control $20 trillion in annual consumer spending and make over 85% of consumer purchasing decisions
A ‘one-stop’, reliable and cost-effective way to identify women-owned businesses in 135 countries and access WEConnect International certified women-owned suppliers in 55 countries.
Assistance in mitigating risk and validating reported efforts to spend with women-owned suppliers that meet the global criteria for 51 percent owned, operated and controlled.
Access to cost-savings and innovative services through increased competition with suppliers that mirror your diverse customer base.
Efficient, in-person and virtual networking opportunities to identify 19,000+ women-owned businesses through the WECommunity database and other global and local events.
A platform to engage employees through training and educational programs for women business owners to enhance their capacity to supply to corporations, increase their market value and reduce risk to potential buyers.
Ongoing opportunities to amplify inclusive sourcing efforts and increase the visibility of your company through global and local media channels available to WEConnect International.
Access to the world’s largest network of leading experts and resources on best practices of supplier diversity and inclusive sourcing programs.
Opportunities to set your company apart from competitors in CSR/ESG efforts and demonstrate a commitment to the UN Sustainable Development Goals, specifically goal #5 of Gender Equality and #17 of Partnerships for the Goals.
This ranking is made up of the some of the world’s largest corporations that have demonstrated their commitment to global inclusive sourcing, including minority, women, LGBT and disabled-owned businesses around the globe.
Starting in January 2025, we are streamlining our membership levels and dues. The membership information listed above is only applicable to 2024 memberships. View the 2025 Membership for Buyers overview to explore 2025 levels, benefits, and dues. The document also outlines membership dues adjustments beyond 2025, to help for future planning.
Advisory Council Membership is at an enhanced level, designed to provide guidance and support to WEConnect International in the target market for member and women’s business enterprise development, as well as external advocacy, and provides members with greater access to resources, networking and support.
We currently have Advisory Councils active in the following markets:
– Asia Pacific & Oceania (Regional)
– Brazil
– Europe (Regional)
– India
– LATAM (Latin America)
– Nigeria
– South Africa
Desired Member Profiles
Corporate member representatives with qualifying global or local membership who are passionate about empowering women to build sustainable communities through business development. For more information, please contact Michael Tobolski.
“As a proud partner of WEConnect International, we have witnessed firsthand the unparalleled value and innovation that global women-owned businesses bring to the table through this vibrant WEConnect International’s network. Together, we can drive meaningful change and create a more inclusive, equitable global economy.”
Cheryl Hofmeister
Head of Supplier Diversity, Organon
“Baker Hughes is proud to support WeConnect International and our shared vision of promoting inclusive and sustainable economic growth, as well as reducing inequality within and among countries. Our partnership will help develop nationwide marketing campaigns and learnings systems to help drive revenue and grow the number of registered women-owned businesses in the WEConnect network.”
Anna Strachan
Supplier Diversity Program Manager, United Kingdom, Baker Hughes
“WEConnect International’s multi-national and multi-regional footprint is an asset to the advancement of women in business ownership and the globalization of corporate Supplier Diversity programs. They provide positive momentum for women owned businesses’ access to opportunities, which serves as a catalyst for diverse spend acceleration across industries.”
Genne McDowell
Global Supplier Diversity & Social Responsibility Director, Dow
“Accenture is proud to be a co-founder of WEConnect International, whom we are actively helping expand worldwide. WEConnect International empowers women to succeed in global markets by convening corporations and women-owned businesses to spur innovation and inclusion in global supply chains, generate more sustainable business models, and promote faster socio-economic advancement.”
KAI NOWOSEL
CHIEF PROCUREMENT OFFICER, Accenture
“Walmart is focused on leveraging our size and scale to empower women across the globe. We believe increasing sourcing from women-owned businesses is the right thing to do and will make us a better retailer by providing more products and services which align to the needs of our customers. WEConnect International helps us identify women-owned businesses for our global supply chain.”
Sherry-Lee Singh
Senior Director, Supplier Diversity, Walmart
“WEConnect International has been an amazing partner in our inclusive sourcing journey by helping us to explore opportunities with women-owned businesses globally. We believe our woman-owned supplier partners provide a competitive edge that enhances our customer experience.”
Bianca Ortega
Senior Director, Global Supplier Diversity, Marriott International
