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The Women’s Business Enterprise National Council (WBENC) proudly celebrates its 20th Anniversary year by recognising an exclusive group of WBENC-certified women business owners known as Women of Distinction, which includes Pamela Chambers O\u2019Rourke.<\/span><\/h3>\n

January 17, 2017<\/strong><\/p>\n

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The Women’s Business Enterprise National Council (WBENC) proudly celebrates its 20th Anniversary year by recognising an exclusive group of WBENC-certified women business owners known as Women of Distinction. Pamela O\u2019Rourke of ICON Information Consultants is proud to be included as one of the 25 women leaders who have demonstrated a deep commitment to the organisation and to breaking down barriers for women-owned businesses in corporate and government supply chains. The Women of Distinction programme was established to create a strategic role for highly successful and dedicated Women\u2019s Business Enterprises (WBEs) as advisors to WBENC, supporting the growth and success of all WBEs. WBENC is honoured to showcase the Women of Distinction as they celebrate 20 years of success. <\/p>\n

\u201cThe Women of Distinction programme allows leaders to give back to a community they feel passionate about, while playing a key mentorship role. As we celebrate our 20th Anniversary, we are so proud of the inaugural group of Women of Distinction, including Pamela O\u2019Rourke of ICON Information Consultants, for her leadership and commitment to our organisation and the women\u2019s business community.\u201d <\/em><\/p>\n

Pamela Prince-Eason, WBENC President & CEO<\/em><\/p>\n

Pamela O\u2019Rourke will be honoured during the 20th Anniversary celebration at WBENC\u2019s annual Summit & Salute event, taking place from 21\u201323 March 2017 in New Orleans, LA. The presenting sponsors of this milestone event are Accenture, EY, Ampcus Inc., and ASAP Solutions Group. Summit & Salute is a highly anticipated event that provides access to industry insights and senior-level networking opportunities that enable sustainable growth for all businesses. In addition to recognising the Women of Distinction, WBENC will honour the 2016 America\u2019s Top Corporations for Women\u2019s Business Enterprises, highlight past leaders, WBE Stars, and other influential contributors who have enabled two decades of success. <\/p>\n

To learn more about the event or the WBENC Women of Distinction, visit https:\/\/summit.wbenc.org<\/a>.<\/p>\n

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About ICON Consultants<\/h3>\n

ICON Information Consultants, LP is a Houston-based, woman-owned (WBENC-certified) staffing firm, providing recruitment and payroll solutions for over eighteen years, with over 3,500 contractors on staff daily across the US and Canada. Specialising in human capital solutions, ICON\u2019s services also include consulting, payrolling, independent contractor management, and IT project management. Our talent acquisition team excels at identifying professionals of all skills and levels in the fields of Information Technology, Accounting, Finance, HR, and Procurement. ICON Information Consultants has earned a superior reputation for focusing its efforts on excellent customer service to clients, timely and thorough responses, fostering high ethical standards, and creating value throughout the company. As a result, we have reached \u201cTop Tier\u201d or \u201cPreferred Vendor\u201d status with a majority of our clients. To learn more, visit ICONconsultants.com.<\/a> <\/p>\n

About WBENC<\/h3>\n

Founded in 1997, WBENC is the leading third-party certifier of businesses owned and operated by women, with over 13,000 WBENC-certified WBEs. WBENC certification is accepted by more than 1,000 corporations representing America’s most prestigious brands, in addition to many states, cities, and other entities. Throughout the year, WBENC and its 14 Regional Partner Organisations provide opportunities for interaction between more than 650 member corporations, government agencies, and thousands of certified WBEs at business-building events and other forums. WBENC is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organisation that seeks and accepts donations from corporations, foundations, and individuals that support its mission and programmes. For more information, please visit https:\/\/www.wbenc.org. <\/p>\n

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