June 2020 Newsletter
A Message From Our President
In writing my final newsletter, it’s hard to believe a year has already passed since I was inducted – yet so much has happened in the world that it is hard to believe it has only been  one  year. 

We’ve seen many changes and achieved great things over this past year, but most impressive was our growth from third in membership size to becoming the largest chapter in the United States. Our visibility and voice can be heard throughout all of NAWBO, which is particularly important now as the COVID-19 pandemic has truly brought NAWBO to an elevated national community.

How Members Are Pivoting During COVID-19
A "Brick and Click" Store
Diana Canto-Sims
As an optometrist with an eye care clinic and an eyewear boutique, my biggest lesson during this pandemic was discovering how to quickly shift from a substantial brick and mortar to the newer "brick and click" model. 

Trust the Process
Kimberly Moore
Our biggest lesson for KDM was to trust the process, no matter where it leads and trust the team you put in place because you chose them for a reason.



Nominations are Being Accepted for Our Annual Awards
Nominations have resumed for NAWBO Chicago's most prestigious awards! We invite you to nominate anyone that you feel embodies the award criteria, and applicants may self-nominate . If you previously submitted an application, you do not need to resubmit.

Congratulations Linda!
Congratulations to NAWBO Chicago Board Member Linda Forman, President of
Linda Forman CPA, on being the first-ever recipient of the NAWBO Advocacy Award . Linda is pictured above with US Rep. Jan Schakowsky.

Linda will be featured in the June issue of NAWBO One discussing the impacts she has made through her #NAWBOVoice.
NAWBO's 45th Birthday!
We are excited to celebrate the 45 th birthday of our organization. The National Association of Women Business Owners has been on the front lines advocating for women entrepreneurs since 1975, and today we honor the past, present and future of this organization. We invite you to celebrate with us for a week of festivities from June 15-19. 

Take Advantage of Your Membership Benefits
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. As the largest Chapters in the U.S., a NAWBO Chicago membership offers the power and benefits of an established community of women entrepreneurs.
Advocacy
Advocacy Days 2020 continues with events scheduled through June 4. Participate to make women business owner's voices heard in Congress.

Education
All NAWBO members are welcome at the 2020 National Conference in September. This year’s theme of “Brave Is” will help you put yourself out there, push through fears and say “yes” to life and business.

Growth
The 2020 Achievement Luncheon is being transformed into a conference this year to help our members learn and grow their businesses while celebrating the achievements of our members.
Networking
NAWBO Chicago hosts a monthly Virtual Happy Hour to help keep our members connected, as well as a variety of additional programming throughout the month.

Perks
As part of membership, NAWBO Chicago Members receive available perks from partner organizations like UPS and Constant Contact.

 Visibility
Our Annual Awards help highlight a member who goes above and beyond in the community . Click here to learn more about each award and to access each application.
If you know a woman business owner who hasn’t yet signed up to receive these amazing benefits, invite them to join our NAWBO community.
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June 15 - 19
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Loyola University
June 12 and 19

Based on over three decades of research and practice, our performance-based strategy online course provides real, practical knowledge to help you make better strategic decisions and provide your organization and management team with a framework to develop a successful strategy.
M embers in the News
Congratulations to Jennifer J. Fondrevay of Day One Ready for her recent article in the Harvard Business Review .

Congratulations to Kimberly Moore of KDM Engineering on being named one of Crain's Chicago Business' Notable Women in STEM !
COVID-19 Resources
At NAWBO Chicago, we have been working around the clock to stay on top of the latest Coronavirus (COVID-19) developments, recommendations, resources, and to develop a plan that will support you and keep you connected during this challenging time. We are gathering resources from our partners and other trusted organizations to help you navigate the changing business world. We will continue to update this page along with our member programming as more information becomes available.

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NAWBO Chicago newsletters are published monthly. Submit July information to the newsletter editor by June 24, 2020
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