NAWBO recently held its National Women’s Business Conference, which was virtual for the second consecutive year, but as near in-person as an online event gets. There was fun, networking, education, inspiration, resources, awards, swag and more—all designed to deliver on the conference theme’s promise of “Power Your Dream.”
Whether or not you were able to join us this year, we hope you’re finding smart and creative ways to move your dream forward despite the challenges we’ve all faced these past two years.
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Membership Insights: Power Your Dream |
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The last year has proven a little challenging for business owners. What have you done to continue to Power Your Dream forward? How has NAWBO Chicago helped you Power Your Dream? |
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"This year has been all about diversifying my all-woman branding agency, DesignScout. Pre-Covid, over 60% of our revenue was from the hospitality industry working with clients like Cooper’s Hawk, Goddess and the Baker, and Protein Bar and Kitchen."
Scout Driscoll
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Meet the Board: Lynette DeRose |
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Treasurer, NAWBO Chicago
Managing Director, Supporting Strategies | Chicago Southland
What do you hope to contribute to NAWBO during your term as a board member? What are your top priorities?
"As treasurer, I hope to guide the board in making sound financial decisions that strengthen the chapter financially. I want to provide transparency in reporting so that everyone on the board understands our financial position and how they can contribute to make it even better."
Lynette shares how NAWBO Chicago members can make the most of their membership.
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Mary Balistreri Joins the NAWBO Chicago Board |
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This Fall marked an exciting new chapter for Mary Balistreri and other women business owners in Wisconsin...literally. The state is now home to the National Association of Women Business Owners (NAWBO) Wisconsin, a satellite office of its neighboring chapter, NAWBO Chicago. |
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Applications Open for Chi Biz Strong Grants Program |
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The City of Chicago recently launched two new programs to help businesses and nonprofits who have been affected by the pandemic. The Chi Biz Strong Grants Program and Outdoor Dining Grants Program will provide over $20 million in grants to Chicago’s small businesses and nonprofit organizations.
Several $5,000 and $10,000 grants will be awarded lottery-style to business owners who apply before the November 12 deadline.
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NAWBO National Courageous Conversations |
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The "Courageous Conversations" webinar series begins Thursday, November 4. Join NAWBO and the National Federation for Just Communities (NFJC) for this series of DEI&B Circle events starting in November designed to empower you in your DEI journey.
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Join the Small Business Advocacy Council on November 4 at 10:00 am for "Comfortably Uncomfortable - Talking About Race and Other Differences in the Workplace." Click below to register for this webinar.
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Congratulations to the following NAWBO Chicago members who have recently been recognized for their amazing achievements! |
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Katherine Tipper, president and CFO of Hunter Benefits Consulting Group, was highlighted in Fall 2021 edition of PlanConsultant, an official publication by the ASPPA, the largest national organization for career retirement professionals.
Congratulations, Katherine!
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Congratulations to the following NAWBO Chicago members who are being recognized by Enterprising Women.
Enterprising Women of the Year Award Recipients:
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Melissa Kehl (Rieke Office Interiors)
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Jacqueline Ruiz (JJR Marketing)
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Joanna Sobran (MXOtech)
Enterprising Women of the Year Award Champions:
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Jennifer Ogrondy (Elite Facility Professionals, Inc.)
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Alicia Ponce (AP Monarch)
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NAWBO National recently highlighted BridgePoint Technologies Vice President and COO/CFO, Laura Barker's article: "Blockchain Technology: The Next Big Online Thing." Read her feature here.
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Click here to find updates about NAWBO's advocacy efforts and relevant developments on Capitol Hill. |
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Whether a solopreneur or a million-dollar business, NAWBO Chicago gives women-owned businesses of all levels the resources and support needed to help them grow and thrive. A NAWBO Chicago membership offers the power and benefits of an established community of women entrepreneurs. |
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Join a Mastermind
Premier Members are eligible to participate in one Mastermind as a Member Benefit. A Mastermind group is the same small group of women that meet on a regular basis to provide peer-to-peer discussions. Email to learn more.
Update Your Profile
Your profile is how you are represented to other members. By including details about your business, your interests and yourself, you have a better opportunity to be seen. Click here to update.
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Get Involved with a Committee
Attend a Monthly Event
Connects are monthly small-group meetings that allow our members to come together regularly throughout the Chicagoland region. Find future events here.
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NAWBO Chicago Newsletter Submissions
NAWBO Chicago newsletters are published monthly. Submit December information to the newsletter editor by November 19, 2021.
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