WBEC Greater DMV certifies People Rise, LLC as Women's Business Enterprise

A business specializing in strategic HR advisory in addition to executive leadership coaching, People Rise, LLC has received a national certification by the WBEC Greater DMV as Women’s Business Enterprise.

WBEC Greater DMV is a Women’s Business Enterprise National Council’s regional certifying partner. WBENC Certification has been considered as United States’ gold standard for women-owned business certification.

Susan S. Mahaffee, the president and founder of People Rise, LLC remarks, “As a woman who had the courage to start People Rise entirely on my own, WBENC Certification catapults us into a community of like-minded women.”

She added, “It provides us with opportunities to be considered alongside other well-known companies that we wouldn't ordinarily have a chance to compete with. This certification isn't just a recognition; it's a gateway to a level playing field, empowering us to showcase our strengths and contributions in the business world.”

The certification procedure ensures that a business is at least 51 per cent owned, operated, and controlled by a woman or a team of women. WBENC Certification offers opportunities to women-owned businesses to expand their business while giving them year-round virtually and in-person. The certification is combined with professional development alongside engagement in the WBENC network.