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WBEC-West Congratulates the 2026 WBEs Who Rock! Honorees
WBEC-West proudly congratulates all the outstanding women entrepreneurs recognized as honorees in the 2026 WBEs Who Rock! Recognition Program, presented by MBE Magazine. This prestigious recognition celebrates women business owners who are building wealth, creating jobs, transforming industries, and making a lasting impact in their communities and throughout the business ecosystem.Image: https://authoritypresswire.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/WBEs-Who-Rock.png
The 2026 WBEs Who Rock! Honorees represent excellence in entrepreneurship, innovation, leadership, and resilience. Their achievements continue to inspire future generations of women business owners while demonstrating the critical role women-owned businesses play in strengthening our economy.
WBEC-West extends its congratulations to the entire 2026 class of honorees:
* Liz Wool, Public Speaking & Presentation Pros
* Elisabeth Vezzani, Sugarwish, Inc.
* Robyn Donahue, IntelliSource, LLC
* Lorraine Bergman, Caliente Construction Inc.
* Isabella Pina, Inspired Solutions, Inc.
* Samantha Hoeft, Pacific Power Electrical Contracting LLC
* Isabell Yssassi, RENUoil of America, Inc.
* Maria Fernanda, Bravo Story
* Natalie Kaddas, Kaddas Enterprises, Inc.
* Mary Kariotis, Merrimak Capital Company LLC
* Alicia Dupass, SkinLytixImage: https://s.w.org/images/core/emoji/15.0.3/72x72/2122.png
A Special WBEC-West Shout-Out
WBEC-West is especially proud to celebrate the following WBEC-West-certified Women Business Enterprises who were recognized as 2026 WBEs Who Rock! honorees:
* Elisabeth Vezzani, Sugarwish, Inc.
* Robyn Donahue, IntelliSource, LLC
* Lorraine Bergman, Caliente Construction Inc.
* Samantha Hoeft, Pacific Power Electrical Contracting LLC
* Isabell Yssassi, RENUoil of America, Inc.
* Natalie Kaddas, Kaddas Enterprises, Inc.
* Mary Kariotis, Merrimak Capital Company LLC
These exceptional leaders represent the innovation, determination, and excellence found throughout the WBEC-West network. Their businesses span industries including technology, workforce solutions, construction, energy, electrical contracting, environmental services, manufacturing, and financial services-demonstrating the breadth of impact women-owned businesses continue to have across the nation.
"On behalf of WBEC-West, we congratulate all of the 2026 WBEs Who Rock! honorees on this well-deserved recognition," said Dr. Pamela Williamson, President & CEO of WBEC-West. "We are especially thrilled to celebrate the seven WBEC-West-certified WBEs who earned this distinction. Their leadership, innovation, and commitment to excellence continue to open doors, create opportunities, and inspire women entrepreneurs across our network."
The WBEs Who Rock! program recognizes women entrepreneurs who have demonstrated outstanding business success, industry leadership, and a commitment to advancing economic growth and opportunity. Their accomplishments serve as powerful examples of what is possible when women-owned businesses are empowered to thrive.
WBEC-West applauds each of these remarkable women and thanks them for their continued contributions to their industries, communities, and the broader women-owned business ecosystem.
About WBEC-West
WBEC-West, the Women's Business Enterprise Council-West, is committed to driving growth, fostering equity, and inspiring innovation among women-owned businesses across the Western United States. Through its comprehensive certification, education, and advocacy efforts, WBEC-West empowers women entrepreneurs to connect with major corporations, government agencies, and organizations looking to diversify their supply chains.
As a proud Regional Partner Organization of the Women's Business Enterprise National Council (WBENC), WBEC-West supports a dynamic network of women-owned businesses in Arizona,
California, Nevada, Utah, Colorado, Wyoming, Hawaii, and beyond. Its initiatives are designed to remove barriers and create opportunities for women entrepreneurs, offering access to invaluable resources, tailored educational programs, and high-impact networking events.
From certification workshops and leadership development programs to innovative offerings like the virtual Supplier Center of Excellence, WBEC-West is dedicated to equipping women-owned businesses with the tools and strategies needed to scale and succeed in today's competitive marketplace. For more information about WBEC-West and its initiatives, visit http://www.wbec-west.org.
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