News & Updates

We are looking for experts to educate us on specific business issues and topics. If you are able to share your expertise with us, please complete the RFP at http://nawbo-sac.com/speakers. Your application is subject to approval by the Board of Directors and we will try to accommodate as many applications as possible, as quickly as possible. Please note: this is an open call for speakers- you do not need to be a member to respond. Read More

NAWBO® National is proud to be joining Inc. magazine in their search for the fastest-growing private companies in America – the Inc. 500|5000. The list ranks private companies in the US by revenue growth, bringing honorees national and local acclaim in print, online and across multiple media channels.  It is a distinct honor that can be celebrated by your employees and promoted to your potential customers, partners, and members of the media. Let Inc. recognize your company!  Was your 2010 revenue greater than 2007 revenue? Then we encourage you to apply now for the 2011 Inc. 500|5000 award.

Currently only 15% of the 2011 Inc. 500|5000 applicants are women-run businesses.  Increase the visibility and recognition of women-run businesses—APPLY FOR THE INC. 5000 TODAY!

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Elections of the 2011-2012 Chapter Officers are now underway.  Nominating our Chapter Officers is a critical task that will assist us in continuing to grow our Chapter and build on the relationships we have developed to move us forward.

Pursuant to our by-laws, our elected Chapter Officers include a President, President-Elect, Secretary and Treasurer.  This slate of officers is very important to continuing the momentum our Chapter has built over the past years.  Serving in a leadership position is a very rewarding experience.  We need to continue to have very strong leaders to assist the Chapter in continuing our successful endeavors.

The former President-Elect (2010-2011) and current acting President, Kammy Burleson, automatically fills the role of President in the new 2011-2012 term of office, ensuring a smooth transition.  The current positions to be filled include the President-Elect (this is the person who will become the President in the following year 2011-2012).  The positions of Secretary and Treasurer are also elected positions with a two-year limit on these two positions. Read More

2011 Power NAWBO® Annual Membership Drive

In celebration of Women’s History month, the National Association of Women Business Owners® (NAWBO®) is holding our annual membership drive that invites women business owners to tap into the power of NAWBO®.

More than any other time in the history of women’s entrepreneurship, the power and influence of women business owners will help drive job creation and economic recovery.  Representing the fastest growing segment of the economy, NAWBO® members have a rich heritage to share with the more than 10 million women-owned businesses in the United States today.

We invite you to Join NAWBO® as we strive to:

• Strengthen the wealth-creating capacity of our members and promoting economic development within the entrepreneurial community Read More
  

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ACT NOW!

You can’t afford to wait any longer to make the best ROI decision for your business this year.

At NAWBO®, we know that our members and the women’s business community at large are looking for a capacity building educational program that will unlock the key to taking their business to the next stage of growth.

The NAWBO® Institute proudly presents the Accelerated Growth Series® that promises to be the best business investment that you make this year!

Full participation in the Accelerated Growth Series® will enable growth-minded women business owners to:

• Gain a comprehensive assessment of your business and implications for long-term success
• Develop a 3- to 5-year strategic plan that builds the roadmap for accelerated growth
• Implement your plan through customized growth strategies
• Access renowned experts and exclusive networks from program partners and sponsors
• Become a part of a community of peers who are all dedicated to each other’s success

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NAWBO-CA PUBLIC POLICY SUMMIT for Women Business Owners

Today’s Politics – Tomorrow’s Economic Impact on Business!

SHERATON GRAND, SACRAMENTO

March 7 & 8, 2011

SUMMIT TOPICS INCLUDE:

• Meet and hear Senator Curren Price, and Assembly member Steve Bradford talk about small business benefits and contracting with State of California, still the mecca for entrepreneurship.
• How will the new Health Care Legislation affect business owners’ physical and financial health?
• Is Workers Comp going up? Does small business have any other option then State Fund?
• State budget crisis: how can we help?
• Is increased tax laws in California a new reality?
• Public Policy training: how to impact legislation. Read More
  

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On October 21, 2010 the Sacramento Valley Chapter of NAWBO celebrated its 13th annual Outstanding Women Leaders(OWL) Awards Banquet at the Doubletree Sacramento. We were joined by Keynote speaker Michele DeKinder-Smith, founder of Jane Out of the Box, and Kitty O’Nea,l KFBK radio personality.  Check out the the2010 OWL Awards event program for more information about this year’s event.  A portion of this year’s proceeds will be donated to Women’s Empowerment.  Next year’s nominations open in June and the 14th annual event is scheduled for Thursday, October 20, 2011.  Save the date!

This is our chapter’s signature event of the year and we would like to thank all those that supported this event which honored women business owners and women who are leaders in the business community in the Sacramento region.  Thanks to all members & guests who attended this year’s awards gala. 

Congratulations to all our Outstanding Women Leaders nominees and recipients!   Thanks to all who submitted nominations for the awards.  The National Association of Women Business Owners, Sacramento chapter, was proud to honor these accomplished leaders of the Sacramento Valley business community.

Read the detailed awards recap and announcements of award recipients.

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The OWL Awards were given to these women in the following categories:

• Women on the Way Award (less than 5 years in business)
• Achievement Against All Odds (Success despite unfavorable circumstances)
• Woman Innovator Award (Successful business owner in a non-traditional business)
• Executive Woman Award (Senior level corporate woman)
• Luminary Award (An individual/organization lighting the way for others)
• Wise Woman Award (Business Woman of the Year)

See details on each category below. Read More

Congratulations to the outstanding nominees who comprise the 2010 finalists for the 13th annual Outstanding Women Leaders (OWL) Awards.
Every year we are impressed with the caliber of women that are nominated for the OWL awards and this year is no exception. Each one of these nominees is to be commended for their achievements not only professionally but personally. Thanks to all those who took the time to nominate and introduce us to such amazing women leaders. Come help us celebrate the successes of these and all women leaders and entrepreneurs on October 21st.  Register here.
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