NAWBO SEVA
“THE Resource for Growth-Oriented Women Business Owners”

It’s February and there is a lot going on!

NAWBO SEVA has a lot going on! We have a new Corporate Sponsor, Wachovia, who is sponsoring the Entrepreneurial Woman of the Year. Cathy Burke, VP of the Business Banking branch will be representing Wachovia at our meetings. Please make sure to introduce yourselves at our February meeting at the Town Point club. FEB 21st.

HONOREES for Entrepreneurial Woman of the Year
Sue Cunningham- Senior Resources Group
Marilyn Fall- Elder Care at Home
Lynn Nelson- Integrity Transportation
Dyanne Walker- Web Teks, Inc.

Make your reservation for the March meeting!

KUDOS

Laura Cardone- Her book Motivation At Work was just published and you can buy it at Amazon .com I’ve read it, and can honestly say, if you’re looking for ideas and principles to motivate and inspire your employees, this is a must read.

Melinda Davis- Melinda will be made Partner at Goodman and Co. in July. Melinda has worked tirelessly for our chapter and our members. Congratulations Melinda, if your work with us is any indication, you deserved this years ago!

NETWORKING

Pamela Hopkins of The Healing Fountain hosted a free networking on Jan. 23rd. There were 57 people there to enjoy networking, food, and a wonderful atmosphere. Thanks to Pamela for hosting this event, we really enjoyed the demonstrations and the opportunity to connect with so many people. If you are a member and would like to host a networking event, contact Mina Lucks at info@minalucks.com for information. The Member Services and PR committee provide assistance.

FOR RENT

Maggie Davis has merged her business with Keller Williams and is giving up her location in the Lynnhaven area of Virginia Beach. If you know of anyone that is looking for a great business location, info is attached. More Information

UPCOMING EVENTS

February 21st, Town Point Club 5:30 to 8:00
A panel of corporate and government buyers will share information on what they look for in minority owned businesses and how to register to do business with them. A must for women certified business owners and anyone looking to find more corporate business. Register online

March 21st, Chesapeake Conference Center 5:30 -8:00
Come join us to celebrate entrepreneurship and recognize the Entrepreneurial Woman of the Year! Our 8th annual award promises to be an exciting event for all. The National Association of Women Business Owners Southeastern Virginia Chapter annually recognizes women who own their own businesses and are examples of the entrepreneurial spirit of ingenuity, resourcefulness, responsiveness, community service and development. The Selection Criteria for the Award is as follows: Ingenuity in making her business successful, growth in sales and staff, Innovation of products and service, Response to adversity and ability to overcome obstacles, Community service and philanthropy, Has a substantiated history as an established business for at least five years. This event is sponsored by Wachovia and the Chesapeake Conference Center. Register online

OTHER EVENTS OF INTEREST

Success in Homeland Security and Defense Contracting- Series of seminars starting Feb. 20th at TCC in Va. Beach. More Information

FREE SEMINARS
Mina Lucks of Long and Foster, and Carrie Sterling of Wells Fargo Mortgage are giving seminars at the Virginia Beach Library to demystify the mortgage process. I attended one and was surprised at the knowledge these two have regarding just about everything in the home buying process. More Information

Anti-Money Laundering Phone Forum being conducted by IRS on Feb. 15, 2007 at 10:00 a.m. EST. More Information

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