Where Global Ambition Meets Global Access

International Day is where the Power of Access becomes real. Each year, women-owned businesses and multinational buyers from around the world come together for a focused day of networking, curated matchmaking, and conversations that open doors across borders and industries.

Held alongside the WBENC National Conference (June 15-18, 2026), International Day gives participants a unique opportunity to tap into two powerful business convenings in one week — maximizing visibility, strengthening international relationships, and accelerating access to global opportunities.

Whether you’re a business owner looking to expand globally or a buyer seeking qualified suppliers prepared to compete, International Day is a gateway to a global network built for real business.

About

International Day is WEConnect International’s annual global convening designed to connect women-owned businesses with multinational buyers, partners, and ecosystem leaders.

Each year, the event brings together 200–300 participants from key sourcing markets — including the U.S., Canada, India, Mexico, Brazil, the U.K., Kenya, Japan, and beyond — alongside 50+ multinational corporations, government representatives, and global partners.

The focus is simple: create intentional space for connection, learning, and engagement that supports global growth and long-term opportunity.

Agenda & What to Expect

International Day blends insight, peer exchange, and structured engagement to help participants move from visibility to real opportunity.

International Day 2026 will feature:

Corporate perspectives and expert panels on evolving buyer requirements, global sourcing trends, and what it takes to compete in international markets.
Peer learning and cross-market exchange, offering space to share experiences and navigate the realities of scaling responsibly and competitively.
Structured buyer–supplier engagement, designed to support purposeful conversations aligned with sourcing priorities, alongside informal networking.
An evening reception, creating additional space to deepen relationships across regions and industries.

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Who Should Attend

International Day is designed for:

*WEConnect International-Certified Women's Business Enterprises (WBEs) that are globally-oriented and aim to enhance visibility and strategic positioning as suppliers and to build and strengthen strategic business relationships with large corporate buyers and other women-owned suppliers.
Multinational corporate buyers seeking to connect with qualified women-owned suppliers and explore emerging sourcing markets.
Government and ecosystem partners committed to supporting trade, innovation, and economic growth.

*Note: International Day Programming is exclusively reserved for WEConnect International-Certified WBE suppliers.

Ticket Information

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* How WBENC-Certified Businesses can join WEConnect International:

WBENC-Certified businesses with growth goals to expand outside of the U.S. can apply to join WEConnect International by completing a questionnaire, uploading an active WBENC certificate, and paying an annual fee. The WBE’s WEConnect International profile expiration date will align with the WBE’s WBENC certificate expiration date.

1. Create your business profile
2. Upload your WBENC certificate
3. Pay the non-refundable fee based on the expiration date of your WBENC certificate. Both expiration dates will align.
– WBENC Certification Expiring within 3 months = $125
– WBENC Certification Expiring within 6 months = $250
– WBENC Certification Expiring within 9 months = $375
– WBENC Certification Expiring within 12 months = $500

Ticket Refund Policy:

Refund requests submitted 30 or more days before the event (June 18) will receive a 50% refund.
Refund requests submitted less than 30 days before the event will not be eligible for a refund.
Transferring a ticket to another individual within the same ticket category is allowed for up to 30 days before the event.
All requests should be sent to events@weconnectinternational.org.
Please include "International Day 2026 - Refund/Ticket Transfer Request - [Company Name]" in the subject line.

What's New This Year

International Day will take place at the same venue as the WBENC National Conference - Salt Lake Convention Center - making it easier for attendees to easily access both powerful business platforms.
This year’s event offers exclusive access to WEConnect International-Certified Women’s Business Enterprises (WBEs).
Corporate-Hosted Informational Roundtables – These sessions are ideal for both suppliers and buyers who may not yet be ready to explore specific sourcing opportunities but want to exchange insights on procurement-related topics such as sourcing markets, preferred categories, and supplier engagement strategies.
1:1 Strategic Business Connections – Our team will facilitate tailored meetings between buyers and suppliers to help identify the most relevant connections and make the most of the dedicated business connections segment.

Get Involved

There are multiple ways to participate in International Day:

Register to attend as a Certified WBE supplier, corporate buyer, or ecosystem partner.
Expres s early int erest. Fill out our no-commitment early interest form to let us know you're planning to attend so we can better shape our programming.
Apply to speak. We are currently accepting proposals from certified women-owned businesses interested in contributing insights and perspectives to the program.
Explore engagement opportunities. Engage with our global audience of buyers and women-owned businesses as an event sponsor.

WBENC Conference (June 15-18)

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