Yuspie, LLC and founder Dr. Erin Albert releases new book, "Indianapolis: A Young Professional's Guide" in order to help new or existing young professionals better connect to central Indiana. [read press release]
WTHR Women You Should Know: Features NAWBO Member, Shawntelle Gault - The Glove Lady
Meet the woman behind the pink truck! [read her story]
NAWBO Members Among 2008 Torchbearer Award Recepients: On Tuesday, January 22nd the Indiana Commission for Women presented Torchbearer Awards to members Billie Dragoo (Entrepreneiral Advocacy) and Diana Brenner ( Architecture). The Torchbearer Award is the highest award presented only to women by the State of Indiana. Each of the award winners received a gold medallion inscribed with "Lady of Victory" and the official seal of the State of Indiana. [view press release and complete list of Torchbearer Award winners]
Women's Campaign School - Summer Session 2008
[posted Apr. 2008]
The Women's Campaign School at Yale University is a bi-partisan, not-for-profit organization who's mission is to train and equip women to run for public office with the long term goal of positively impacting the public dialog through a more balanced representation. Their 5 day annual summer session is scheduled for July 16 - 20.
Training Session Info
Apply Here!
2008 Women's Business Conference - Together: Rising
[posted Apr. 2008]
June 12-14 | Arizona Biltmore Resort & Spa | Phoenix, Arizona
In 2008, women business owners will create a rising tide of entrepreneurship, shaping the larger business environment as they build greater success for themselves. Uniting around their common goals, these powerful women will define new standards of ownership and prosperity, changing the social, political, and economic landscape forever.
In celebration of this rising change, NAWBO is holding its 2008 Women’s Business Conference June 12-14 at the Arizona Biltmore Resort & Spa in Phoenix. This premier event will draw women entrepreneurs from across the country looking to grow their businesses, advance their leadership skills, and create lasting change in the business culture. Make plans now and plan to attend this essential event.
Learn more...
Add your bio and photo to National NAWBO's Directory
[posted Apr. 2008]
Take your NAWBO networking to the next level by adding your bio and photo to your online national membership profile. You'll stay better connected with friends and make stronger connections with other NAWBO members across the country. Log on to www.nawbo.org now to get started. Don't know your login and password? Fill out this quick form.
Local chapter members can now add a photo to their company profile in the Indianapolis membership directory. Log on to www.nawboindy.org to update your profile. Don't know your login and password for the chapter's site? Email jodi@nawboindy.org.
New Corporate Connections!
[posted Apr. 2008]
NAWBO-Indianapolis is very pleased to welcome Clarian Health, and Clifton Gunderson LLP as Corporate Partners. They join the ranks of other corporations making connections through NAWBO: the essential community for women business owners.
Clarian Health - Gold Partner
Clifton Gunderson LLP - Silver Partner
View all NAWBO-Indy Corporate Partners
Lending Program Designed to Assist DBEs to Grow Their Businesses
[posted Apr. 2008]
The U.S Department of Transportation, Office of Small an Disadvantaged Business Utilization (OWSDBU) has program that is designed to assist Disadvantaged Business Enterprises to grow their businesses. The Short Term Lending Program (STLP) wa created by the OSDBU to offer certified DBEs the ability to obtain short-term working capita at competitive interest rates. The STLP provides revolving lines of credit to finance accounts receivable arising from transportation-related contracts.
Learn more...
Employment Opportunity at the Indianapolis chapter
[posted Mar. 2008]
The Indianapolis chapter has seen trememdous growth over the past three years. The board of directors has decided it is time for an exciting step: hiring an excutive director for NAWBO-Indianapolis. The job description is linked below - please fee free to share it with anyone you think might be prepared for this extraordinary challenging task.
It is preferred that candidates submit an electronic resume via Safari Solutions website or cut and paste your resume into the body of an email. If you choose to attach your resume via email, please format your documents in MS Word.
Executive Director - Job Posting (Safari Solutions)
Contact Information: Ron Giles, HR Consultant Safari Solutions [Click here to email] | (317) 578-1310
New Corporate Connections!
[posted Jan. 2008]
NAWBO-Indianapolis is very pleased to welcome RJE Business Interiors as a Corporate Partner. RJE joins the ranks of other corporations making connections through NAWBO: the essential community for women business owners.
RJE Business Interiors - Gold Partner
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Winners: 2007 Visionary Awards
[posted Jan. 2008]
Nearly 650 people attended the NAWBO-Indianapolis annual awards luncheon Dec. 13, which honored corporate partners and three individuals for their achievements as business owners and leaders in the community. more...
2007 Visionary Award Winners
Jesse Moore, Purdue University - Indianapolis Choice
Liz Hoover, Hoover Financial Advisors - Member of the Year
Kathy Reehling, CREW Corporation - Woman Business Owner of the Year
The Passing of Congresswoman Julia Carson
[posted Dec. 2007]
The NAWBO-Indianapolis extends its deepest sympathy to the family and friends of Julia Carson. Though her death brings great sadness, their is relief now that she is at peace. Congresswoman Julia Carson was a brave and inspirational woman who has left us all with a wonderful legacy of leadership and service to all. Memories of her zest for life, willingness always to share and give to other will not be forgotten. Her humor, wisdom and resolve will always be with us.
Kenya's Leading Businesswoman & Entrepreneur, Evelyn Mungai, Comes to Indianapolis
[posted Nov. 2007]
(Indianapolis, IN – November 26, 2007) – Evelyn Mungai, one of Kenya’s leading businesswomen and entrepreneurs is the keynote speaker at the National Association of Women Business Owners, Indianapolis Chapter’s (NAWBO-Indianapolis) 2007 Annual Awards and Holiday Luncheon, Thursday, December 13 at the Indianapolis Marriott Downtown from 10:30 A.M. to 1:30 P.M. more...
Renewed Corporate Connections!
[posted Nov. 2007]
NAWBO-Indianapolis is very pleased to welcome the return of AVI FoodSystems, Inc. as a Corporate Partner. They join the ranks of other corporations making connections through NAWBO: the essential community for women business owners.
AVI FoodSystems- Bronze Partner
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NAWBO National Dues Increase and Ever-Increasing Benefits
[posted Oct. 2007]
In order to continue providing ever-increasing benefits and higher quality services, NAWBO National will increase its dues effective January 1, 2008. Membership fees will increase $50 for new members from $100 to $150, with no administration fee. For renewing members, the fee will increase by $25 increments over the next two years. In 2008, renewing members will pay $125 and in 2009, renewing members will pay $150.
Renewing members have the opportunity to lock in their current national dues rate for the next two years by joining or renewing between October 1 and December 31, 2007. After this two-year period, the national member rate will increase to $150.
Join Now! Renew Membership
NAWBO National's New Members-Only Section
[posted Oct. 2007]
NAWBO National has launched a new Members-Only section. Members are encourage to sign in to www.nawbo.org and check out the new features. If you have not received an email with your new username and password please contact national at 800-55-NAWBO or email national@nawbo.org.
New Corporate Connections! [posted Oct. 2007]
NAWBO-Indianapolis is very pleased to welcome Bingham McHale LLP, Fifth Third Bank and Tom Wood Lexus as Corporate Partners. They join the ranks of other corporations making connections through NAWBO: the essential community for women business owners.
Bingham McHale LLP - Gold Partner
Tom Wood Lexus - Silver Partner
Fifth Third Bank - Bronze Partner
View all NAWBO-Indy Corporate Partners
NAWBO-Indy Announces New Board of Directors
[posted Jul. 2007]
The Indianapolis Chapter of the National Association of Women Business Owners® announces the installation of Jannett Keesling, as its 2007-2008 president. Jannett will focus her presidency on increased diversity and strengthening NAWBO-Indy's internal network.
