1.  Connect with a large network of women business owners in Hampton Roads and with over 8,000 national members.

2.  Enjoy Corporate Partner benefits from companies like: American Express/OPEN, Sam’s Club/Wal-Mart, Wyndham Hotels and Resorts and Wells Fargo as well as select discounts from local NAWBO members.

3.  Member’s only access to the Online membership directory.

4.  Receive electronic and printed newsletters with important information that affect you and your business.

5.  Access speaking opportunities through the NAWBO National Speaker Bureau.

6.  Be recognized for your achievements through national awards and publicity.

7.  Influence legislation that impacts women business owners by being involved with Public Policy in Washington, DC.

8.  Access an international business network through affiliation with the World Association of Women Entrepreneurs (FCEM).

9.  Take advantage of leadership opportunities on your local board and committees

10.  The opportunity to attend educational programs and seminars to assist you in your business.

 

Membership Categories

Student Member - $50.00 + $100.00 = $150.00 Annually
Shall be an individual who is either a student registered full time at a school or university, who subscribes to the objective of NAWBO and intends to start a business.

Emerging Business Owner - $50.00 + $100.00 = $150.00 Annually
For a new business owner (in business for two years or less). A non-voting category limited to two years, members receive all communications and publications, are eligible for all discounts and benefits, and are listed in the annual directory.

Established Business Owner - $100.00 + $100.00 = $200.00 Annually
For a business owner who has been in business for more than two years and lives in a chapter area. A regular voting category, members receive all communications and publications, are eligible for all discounts and benefits, and are listed in the annual directory. Chapter membership is also required. To qualify for membership members must own a percentage of their company.

Retired Chapter Member - $50.00 + $100.00 = $150.00 Annually
Shall be an individual who was a Chapter or At-Larger member of NAWBO for at least five (5) years and has sold, divested their interest, or is no longer in their business. A member in this classification shall have one (1) vote.

Sustaining Member - $250.00 + $100.00 = $350.00 Annually
Shall be a business owner as defined in the NAWBO Policies and Procedures and is a Chapter Member or an At-Large Member who wishes to support the organization in a larger monetary way and gain additional benefits. A member in this classification has one (1) vote.

At-Large Member - $120.00 + $100.00 = $220.00 Annually
Shall be a business owner whose business and residence are not located within a Chapter’s organization territory, and who is an individual, partner or stockholder who exercises the power to make policy decisions and is actively involved in the day-to-day management of the firm. A member in this classification has one (1) vote and is under the supervision of NAWBO. All voting members must belong to a chapter of NAWBO if one exists in their area.

PLEASE NOTE -- Membership in NAWBO is recorded in the name of the individual, not the organization. Membership dues are nonrefundable and are billed annually on the anniversary date of acceptance. Upon joining, "New Members" will pay a full year's dues to National and the Local Chapter. Dues quoted are effective 09/04 and are subject to change. We are required to advise you that your Association dues are not deductible as charitable contributions for Federal Income Tax purposes. In compliance with Omnibus Budget Reconciliation Act of 1993, it is estimated that 1% of the payment is nondeductible as a business expense.