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NAWBO was Founded on Advocacy
NAWBO was Founded on Advocacy “Finding our voice as women business owners is the foundation of NAWBO on a national level and here in Chicago. Together, that voice is strong and clear. It’s all of us.” Susan DawsonPresident, NAWBO ChicagoPartner in Waltz, Palmer &...
Going Rogue in 2017
“This time of year gives us a chance to reinvest, reengage, reignite. It’s a time for us to find the right energy in our businesses and reconfirm who we are and who we want to be.” Susan Dawson President, NAWBO Chicago Partner in Waltz, Palmer & Dawson LLC Going...
5 Reasons You Should Invest in Personal Growth
by NAWBO Member Diana Rodriguez-Zaba, Partner, ServiceMaster Restoration by Zaba Like other successful businesswomen, I've always understood the importance of investing in my own company. From modern equipment and fleet vans to a solid 401(k) plan for my employees,...
The 5 Most Important Questions in 2017 for True Sustainability
The 5 Most Important Questions in 2017 for True Sustainability With the holidays setting in, let’s talk toys. Which one has sold more than 300 million units, been around for 70 plus years, and trips you when racing down the stairs? Answer: the Slinky. The wiggly, wiry...
Why My One Big Secret Will Absolutely Matter to You
“More than anything, NAWBO has given me wings.” Susan Dawson President, NAWBO Chicago Founding Partner of Waltz, Palmer & Dawson LLC Why My One Big Secret Will Absolutely Matter to You During the first half of my career, I carried a secret stuffed deep in the bottom...
Diversity is Our Greatest Opportunity
Diversity is Our Greatest OpportunityBy: Elizabeth Colón I took a personality test thinking for sure it would reveal me as a “star,” one of eight possible profiles. Turns out I’m a “supporter;” I was shocked. I likened supporter status to somebody who wasn’t concerned...
NAWBO Chicago, Let’s Talk Honestly About Confidence
GUEST CONTRIBUTOR: Claire Shipman, co-author of The Confidence Code, a regular contributor to Good Morning America and other national broadcasts for ABC News, and keynote speaker for the 2016 NAWBO Chicago Achievement Luncheon May 2 NAWBO Chicago, Let’s Talk...
Board Engagement Could Be Your #1 Big Idea for 2016
Board Engagement Could Be Your #1 Big Idea for 2016 By Joanne Tica Steiger NAWBO Chicago Board Member No one can do it alone. I’ve tried, and it doesn’t work. Advice from others has shaped my most important milestones – from the early days of my father teaching me to...
Calling All Women-Owned Businesses in Chicago: We have 24 Days to Win it All!
Michele Katz President, NAWBO Chicago Founding Partner, Advítam IP, LLC Calling All Women-Owned Businesses in Chicago: We have 24 Days to Win it All! I feel like the Cubs – before they won 97 games last season and beat the St. Louis Cardinals in the National League...
5 Big Financial Words for Growing Your Company in 2016 and How to Prepare for Rising Interest Rates
5 Big Financial Words for Growing Your Company in 2016 and How to Prepare for Rising Interest Rates By Connie Lavin Senior Vice President Commercial Banking Manager - Business Banking First Midwest Bank NAWBO Chicago threw down a challenge and Connie Lavin, Senior...
Get Down to Business with Shalom Klein Podcast
Shalom Klein interviews NAWBO Chicago Executive Director, Wendy Jaehn. Listen to the entire podcast at Get Down to Business with Shalom Klein Podcast.
Call for Nominations: 2016-17 Chicago Area NAWBO Board of Directors
Want to elevate your involvement in this organization and help chart its future course? Want to join us in our mission to strengthen the wealth creating capacity of our members? Here is your chance to join the NAWBO Chicago leadership team! Now in its 38th year, the...