June 26, 2008 Monthly Dinner Meeting

PLEASE NOTE NEW DATE!!!

NEW BOARD INSTALLATION by The Honorable Judge Emily Vasquez

Come meet your 2008-2009 Board Members and find out what NAWBO Sacramento Valley has planned for the upcoming year!  The Honorable Judge Emily Vasquez will conduct the installation ceremony.

 RSVP for this meeting  Please indicate your dinner choice:

Roasted Sirloin in a herb and mushroom sauce served with roasted potatoes.

Grilled Chicken breast in a mushroom marsala sauce served with wild rice and vegetables.

Vegetarian Option available upon request

Location: Zigato’s at Auburn/Fulton and Capitol City Fwy
Time: 5:30pm
Date: June 26, 2008

June 12-14, 2008 

NAWBO National Women’s Business Conference
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 June12-14 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.

For more information and to register see EVENTS at www.nawbo.org

NAWBO Sacramento Valley members may apply for a Conference Scholarship until May 8, 2008.

WBO CERTIFICATION

Linda Haneborg of NWBOC will explain how and why you should be certified as a Woman Business Owner.  NWBOC is an organization that certifies WBOs and is affiliated with NAWBO.  Learn how easy and inexpensive it is to gain this valuable certification. 

Read Linda Haneborg’s bio.

VIEW WEBCAST OF THIS PRESENTATION:  http://www.helloworld.com:80/global_frameset.aspx?target=myworld&uID=73693&section=show&recID=131985

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Location: Zigato’s at Auburn/Fulton and Capitol City Fwy
Time: 5:30pm
Date: May 15, 2008

Using NAWBO Resources and Tools for Business Success

Presented by Nancy Milton and Bonny Franklin

You joined NAWBO to grow your business, make connections, hone your leadership skills, and have an impact in your community. Learn how best to take advantage  of your membership and what benefits and opportunities you may be missing out on.   You’ll learn how to navigate NAWBO’s many benefits and get your expectations met.  All members and even potential members and corporate sponsors should attend.  There are so many new and exciting opportunities for you to get involved. 

This will also be an opportunity for you to showcase your business to fellow members.  We will have a table for brochures, cards or printed materials.  Be sure to participate by bringing your marketing material.

Read Nancy Milton’s bio.

Location: Zigato’s at Auburn/Fulton and Capitol City Fwy
Time: 5:30pm
Date: April 17, 2007

For registered Public Policy Days attendees.

Location: Sheraton Grand Hotel, Sacramento
Time: 5:30pm to 6:30pm

Come meet and greet with fellow business owners from around the state.

Register for NAWBO-CA Public Policy Days.

“Water Crisis in California” 

11:30AM to 4:00PM 

Metropolitan Water District hosts a free luxury bus tour and lunch to the DELTA region. Find out about the future of California’s water supply and how this will affect you.  Arrive at the Sheraton Grand (Downtown Sacramento) by 11:15am for pick up. Casual and comfortable attire recommended.

NAWBO-CA presents Public Policy Days 2008 -Sacramento

Time: 7:30am - 11:00am
Location: Sheraton Grand Hotel, downtown Sacramento
Price: $69

Join NAWBO as well as Women’s Caucus leaders at this high energy and informative event.  Includes breakfast and the following summit topics:

• Health Care Insurance
• Independent Contract Issue Status
• Workers Compensation
• California Budget Crisis
• Water Crisis in California
• How to Speak to Your Legislators

Register Today for NAWBO’s Public Policy Days.

How to Get Your Message in the Media

Kassy Perry of Perry Communications Group will share techniques to increase the visibility of you and your business without spending a single penny on advertising!  PR and media relations gets the word out about your company in a more effective and efficient manner.  Kassy will highlight techniques that you can use immediately, and she’ll talk about when you need to call in an expert. 

Read Kassy Perry’s bio.

BUSINESS ROUNDTABLES

With Corporate Host AT&T

Would your business soar if technology wasn’t weighing you down? How can you land that big contract to take you to the next level? Are you in a growth phase but don’t have the resources to take advantage of it? Bring the issues that are hampering your success to the NAWBO Business Roundtables and let experts and fellow members give you new insights. You will leave with many new ideas to try right away!