Our panel will explore The Status of Women Business Owners in North Carolina Political Participation: Breaking Barriers and discuss strategies for greater engagement. While women are increasingly active in U.S. politics, the majority of North Carolina’s state and federal officeholders remain male. Despite making up over half of the state’s population, women hold only about a third of statewide executive office seats. NAWBO has been a leading advocate for women business owners and the issues that impact their businesses. Join us to learn about the key issues affecting women entrepreneurs and discover how we can engage in the political process to ensure our voices are heard at every level of government, including on boards and commissions. Women business owners represent the fastest-growing segment of the economy. No one can advocate for you better than you. Get engaged. Get appointed. Get involved in North Carolina’s political process. Get elected!