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Women Who Win Introduces the First International Business Pitch Competition

The year 2026 marks a significant chapter in the journey of economic empowerment for women, as Women Who Win, the flagship initiative of Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Incorporated, prepares to host its inaugural International Business Pitch Competition. This groundbreaking event will unfold during the Sorority's Grand Boulé in Nashville, Tennessee, on July 10, 2026, bringing together aspiring women entrepreneurs from across the globe.

Women Who Win has emerged as a vibrant ecosystem aimed at supporting women entrepreneurs by enhancing their visibility and providing vital educational resources and strategic networking opportunities. Initially launched as a business directory, it has successfully grown into a comprehensive platform focused on fostering sustainable businesses and generational wealth for women.

Maryam Lynch-Tate, the International Co-Director of Women Who Win, expressed her excitement about the initiative. She highlighted that laying down the necessary groundwork for the competition and related events has been an exhilarating journey for the entire team. Lynch-Tate voiced her hopes that these efforts will add immense value to women-owned businesses for countless years ahead.

Since its inception, Women Who Win has successfully:

• - Connected hundreds of women-led enterprises across the United States and internationally through a comprehensive business directory.
• - Fostered networking possibilities and collaboration among entrepreneurs, corporate champions, and community influencers.
• - Provided educational programs aimed at enhancing business acumen, leadership capabilities, and readiness for procurement.
• - Formed strategic alliances with organizations determined to empower women in the business sector.
• - Increased access to necessary resources enabling entrepreneurs to scale their businesses in competitive markets.

With the international competition on the horizon, Women Who Win aims to elevate its mission. This event stands as a monumental moment for the Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, as it marks the first occasion where women entrepreneurs from different regions of the Sorority will compete on an international level, aiming for capital, visibility, and exposure for their innovative ideas.

Following several regional competitions throughout the Sorority’s geographic domains, seven outstanding female entrepreneurs have advanced to participate in this international championship. These final contestants will pitch their business ideas to an esteemed panel of judges, influential business figures, and attendees at the Grand Boulé event.

The pitch competition will allocate:

• - First Place: $10,000
• - Second Place: $5,000
• - Third Place: $2,500

However, the competition signifies more than just financial rewards; it embodies a celebration of entrepreneurship, innovation, and the potent spirit of economic empowerment. It underscores Women Who Win's commitment to creating effective pathways for women to gain access to capital, broaden their networks, and improve business visibility, ultimately propelling long-term growth for their ventures.

International Co-Director Diana L. Hilaire remarked, “This competition is not merely about prize distribution; it’s fundamentally about nurturing women, amplifying their voices, and crafting opportunities with a sustainable economic impact.” Hilaire emphasized Women Who Win’s dedication to ensuring women entrepreneurs receive essential resources, connections, and recognition necessary for achieving success.

Through the International Business Pitch Competition, Women Who Win aims to solidify its vision of becoming a nationally recognized platform for entrepreneurship, business development, and economic growth tailored specifically for Zeta Phi Beta Sorority members. By utilizing strategic partnerships, innovative programming, and continual access to capital, the initiative focuses not only on helping women-owned businesses survive but thrive and create a lasting legacy.

As Women Who Win gears up for the future, the initiative is set to enhance its impact through educational workshops, strategic collaborations, and mentorship, providing entrepreneurs with the necessary tools to pave a path toward enduring success.

About Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Incorporated

Founded on January 16, 1920, at Howard University, Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Incorporated is dedicated to promoting Scholarship, Service, Sisterhood, and Finer Womanhood. For over a century, the organization has made substantial contributions to communities via programs aimed at enhancing education, health, economic empowerment, social justice, and leadership development on a global scale.

About Women Who Win

Women Who Win serves as the primary initiative for business and economic empowerment within Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Incorporated. Focused on supporting women entrepreneurs, it connects them with resources, education, strategic partnerships, and opportunities that nourish sustainable growth and economic prosperity. With business development, networking, mentorship, and capital access at its core, Women Who Win aims to empower women to cultivate flourishing enterprises while reinforcing communities worldwide.