• 2026 WBEC-East Supplier Leadership Award Nomination Form

  • This honor is awarded to an entrepreneur that actively participates in WBEC-East programs and activities, and whose leadership, mentoring, business acumen, participation in WBEC-East activities, and community service have contributed significantly to the growth and development entrepreneurs in their community.  Desired leadership qualities include  Inclusivity, open-mindedness, collaboration and non-authoritarian leadership approaches. 

    Eligibility Criteria:

    • The Supplier Leadership Award Nominee must be actively engaged in the WBEC-East territory (PA, DE, Southern NJ).

    • The individual submitting this nomination must be a business owner or Council Partner in good standing or a WBEC-East Board/Staff Member.

    • Self-nominations for the Leadership Award are NOT accepted.

    • Previous winners are not eligible to win the Leadership Award a second time. Subsequent nominations for a Nominee are accepted.

    • The Award Celebration will be held in concert with WBEC-East’s annual Desserts & More Fundraiser on Thursday, October 22nd, 5:30 PM in Center City, Philadelphia. While not a requirement to be present during the Award Ceremony it will be appreciated for both the Nominee and Nominating Individual to plan to participate.

    Submissions are due Friday, August 7th!

  • Nomination Form

    Please note: All nominations are reviewed by an independent Team of Judges. Your attention to detail and complete responses will be appreciated!
    • Nominator's Contact Information 
    • Nominator's Information

      (Individual submitting this nomination)
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    • Nominee's Contact Information 
    • Nominee's Information

      (The person you are nominating for the WBE Leadership Award)
    • Essay Questions 
    • Please add as much detail as possible. Each of these questions will have space for you to respond.

      • Key leadership attributes
      • Involvement in WBEC-East
      • What is the nominees impact on the economy
      • Service to their own business and community
      • Additional reason(s) why you think this individual is a leader/inspiration for other business owners
      • No more than 500 words
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