LETTER FROM THE PRESIDENT
As the 2010 - 2011 Chapter President, it is my vision that NAWBO Minnesota will become the largest women's business organization serving the interests of entrepreneurs throughout our state. And we're well on our way to reaching that goal!
Our chapter observed an increase in membership during this challenging economy and in the coming year our members will benefit from expanded programming and member benefits.
If you are already a member- congratulations! NAWBO represents hundreds of women entrepreneurs, fuels their business growth, and supports our region's economy.
If you aren't a member, please join us. I started my busines 12 years ago and I am thankful for NAWBO's support during each and every phase of its development.
This the power of NAWBO and the Power of One: One Woman. One Business. One Voice.
Welcome!
Mary Sue Leathers
President & CEO, Advantage Performance Network
Accelerate Your Success! NAWBO-MN Offers Members Growth Coaching
NAWBO-Minnesota is pleased to be offering a great new benefit to its membership—free growth coaching!
The Business Accelerator Program, sponsored by American Family Insurance, features six months of business growth-oriented webinars. All the trainings are archived on the site so you can download them at your convenience. To register for the Business Accelerator Program, simply go to: www.amfambusinessaccelerator.com.
ochs-raleigh named member of the year
 Marnie Ochs-Raleigh, CEO of Evolve Systems, received the Member of the Year Award at the Annual Member Meeting in June. Under Marnie's direction, Evolve Systems has graciously donated hundreds of hours in web site management services to NAWBO Minnesota. Furthermore, Marnie has been an active member of NAWBP Minnesota for several years and advocate on behalf of the chapter. Thank you, Marnie!
NAWBO Celebrates its 35th Anniversary
NAWBO proudly celebrates its 35-year anniversary this year and is a strong and unified voice of more than 10 million women-owned businesses across the country today. It all began in 1975 when a group of a dozen like-minded women business owners in the D.C. area gathered to share information and create an atmosphere of professional community to further and strengthen their entrepreneurial interests. NAWBO’s Founding President Susan Hagar once said: “Get a seat at the table or build your own table, and make sure to include other women at that table.”
How to Join NAWBO
As a woman business owner, your NAWBO membership entitles you to benefits of National as well as local chapter membership. Click here to join.
If you are not a Woman Business Owner, you are welcome to join the NAWBO Minnesota chapter as an Associate or Partner. Click here to download an application.
MEMBER TESTIMONIAL
 Julie Moore Rapacki
 "When I started my business in 2006 after a career in the F100, becoming a NAWBO member was one of my first investments. Membership has allowed me to meet, learn from, and grow to admire many women in the local small business community. Through NAWBP, I've had the opportunity to contribute my own expertise and thought leadership, to market my business, and to excange ideas..."
Julie Moore Rapacki
President, Polish Your Star
Power Your Dream - Join Today!Dreams are the gears to success. Join NAWBO and become a member today! > Go
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