NAWBO Greater Raleigh

The countdown is on for our NAWBO Greater Raleigh panel discussion on The Status of Women Business Owners in North Carolina Political Participation: Breaking Barriers to Engagement. As women business owners, we have the power to shape policy and influence decisions that impact our businesses and communities. This event will dive deep into breaking barriers and ensuring women are represented at all levels of government. Date: September 25, 2024 Time: 8:30 a.m. – 10:30 a.m. Location: North Ridge Country Club Seats are filling up fast, so don’t miss out on this critical conversation! Register Now at https://lnkd.in/dxgeH3c . #WomenMeanBusiness #WomenInBusiness #WomenEntrepreneurs #HealthyWealthyWise #WomenLeaders #SupportWomenOwned #WomenInPolitics #BreakingBarriers #WomenWhoLead #NAWBO_GR #NAWBO

Celebrating Women Who Mean Business! What an incredible evening at the 2024 NAWBO Greater Raleigh Installation and Awards Gala! We gathered at the prestigious Prestonwood Country Club in Cary, NC, for a night of celebration, empowerment, and connection under the inspiring theme, "Women Mean Business: Healthy. Wealthy. Wise." The event was a beautiful tribute to the power and impact of women entrepreneurs in our community. We honored outgoing board members, welcomed our 2024-2025 Board of Directors, and celebrated remarkable award recipients who are making waves in the business world. Congratulations to our 2024-2025 Board of Directors: President: Carnela Renee Hill President-Elect: Jodi Hill Free Treasurer: Maribeth Christensen Secretary: Carletha Ward Director of Corporate Partners: Ronica VanGelder Director of Public Policy: Terry Dunn Bradley Director of Membership: Sara Paisner Chair of Professional Development: Katie A. Gailes NEXTGen Chair: Gala Glow Member at Large: Dr. Cheryl Sutton Special shout-out to our amazing award winners: Susan Hager Legacy Award: Terry Dunn Bradley, Tai-Lynn HR Solutions, LLC Mary Diener Spirit Award: Olalah Njenga, YellowWood Group Rising Star Award: Timbuktu-Ali Kaazim, Kaazim Enterprise, Inc Women Business Owner of the Year: Alicia Parr, Performentor LLC Public Policy Advocate of the Year: Jodi H. Free, Platinum Business Solutions Inc Corporate Partner of the Year: Dr. Cheryl Sutton, NC Education Lottery The night was made even more special with inspiring words from Governor Roy Cooper, an empowering keynote by the Pitch Queen herself, Precious L. Williams, and an unforgettable evening led by our Mistress of Ceremony, Sharon DeLaney. NAWBO Greater Raleigh is committed to lifting up women entrepreneurs, and this event was a perfect reminder that together, we are strong, powerful, and unstoppable. Stay tuned for more exciting events and opportunities to connect, grow, and thrive! Visit us at nawbo-raleigh.org for more details. #NAWBO #WomenMeanBusiness #EmpowerWomen #HealthyWealthyWise #WomenInBusiness #RaleighBusiness #NAWBO_GR #RaleighEvents

🌟 What an Incredible Luncheon with Jes Averhart! 🌟 Thank you to everyone who joined us on Wednesday, August 14, for a dynamic and inspiring business luncheon at The Village Grill in Raleigh! Jes Averhart, a renowned leadership coach, guided us through building effective teams and maximizing collaboration. It was a fantastic workshop filled with insightful conversations, team-building strategies, and the opportunity to connect with like-minded professionals. We’re grateful for the engagement and energy each of you brought to the event. Stay tuned for more empowering events—together, we’re building stronger teams and businesses! #Leadership #TeamBuilding #Collaboration #JesAverhart #NAWBO #NAWBO_GR #WomenMeanBusiness #Networking #Entrepreneurship #RaleighEvents #TeamSuccess #HealthyWealthyWise

🌟 Collaboration & Effective Teams Do Real Work with Jes Averhart 🌟 Mark your calendars for Wednesday, August 14, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., and join us at The Village Grill in Raleigh for an exciting business luncheon with Jes Averhart, an acclaimed leadership coach and expert in team development. Discover how to enhance your team’s dynamics and maximize collaboration potential. Enjoy a delightful lunch while gaining insights from a leading expert in the field. This is an opportunity you won’t want to miss! 🗓 Event Details: Date: Wednesday, August 14 Time: 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Location: The Village Grill, 8470 Honeycutt Rd, Raleigh, NC 27615 Registration ends this Monday, so be sure to register today! 🔗 Register now and secure your spot: https://lnkd.in/dxgeH3c We can’t wait to see you there! #BusinessLuncheon #Leadership #TeamBuilding #Collaboration #JesAverhart #NAWBO #NAWBO_GR #WomenMeanBusiness #Networking #Entrepreneurship #RaleighEvents #TeamSuccess #HighPerformingTeams

Join Us for an Invigorating Business Luncheon with Jes Averhart! NAWBO Greater Raleigh is back in session, and we have some exciting opportunities for female business owners to connect, collaborate, and network through the end of the year. As we continue to feel the energy from our 2024 Installation and Awards Gala (pictures coming soon), we are grateful for all we accomplished last year and look forward to even more achievements in the future. We are excited to invite you to join us on Wednesday, August 14, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at The Village Grill in Raleigh for an inspiring business luncheon featuring Jes Averhart, a renowned leadership coach and expert in building effective teams. Are you ready to transform your team dynamics and unlock the power of collaboration? Don't miss this opportunity! Enjoy a delicious lunch while gaining valuable insights into: -Creating a culture of collaboration -Enhancing communication and trust within teams -Aligning team goals with organizational objectives -Real-world examples of successful team collaboration Whether you're a business leader, manager, or aspiring entrepreneur, this luncheon will provide you with practical knowledge and actionable tips to lead your team to success. Don’t miss this opportunity to learn from one of the best in the field and savor a delightful meal! Event Details: -Date: Wednesday, August 14 -Time: 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. -Location: The Village Grill, 8470 Honeycutt Rd, Raleigh, NC 27615 Reserve your seat today and take the first step toward building a high-performing team! Register Here: https://lnkd.in/dxgeH3c See you soon... #NAWBO_GR #BusinessLuncheon #Leadership #TeamBuilding #Collaboration #JesAverhart #NAWBO #WomenMeanBusiness #Networking #Entrepreneurship #RaleighEvents #TeamSuccess #HighPerformingTeams

Introducing our dynamic NAWBO-GR leadership team for 2024-2025! Get ready to celebrate their commitment and vision for empowering women in business with this year's theme: "Women Mean Business: Healthy, Wealthy, Wise." Join us for the Installation & Awards Gala to honor our outgoing board, welcome the incoming board, and recognize hard-working recipients. Last chance! We're extending registration for one more day. Don't miss out on this momentous event! RSVP today at https://lnkd.in/dxgeH3c! Meet your new leaders: President: Carnela Renee Hill President-Elect: Jodi H. Free Treasurer: Maribeth Christensen Secretary: Carletha Ward Director of Corporate Partners: Ronica VanGelder Director of Public Policy: Terry Dunn Director of Membership: Sara Paisner Chair of Professional Development: Katie A. Gailes NEXTGen Chair: Gala Glow Member at Large: Dr. Cheryl Sutton What Makes NAWBO-GR Different? We are part of the National Association of Women Business Owners, founded in 1975. As champions for solutions that address the unique needs of entrepreneurial women, we advocate for local, state, and federal policies that make running a woman-owned business easier. We are strategic about building an inclusive and diverse membership for all women business owners and are committed to supporting the next generation of entrepreneurial women. Passionate about leveraging our economic, social, and political influence worldwide for meaningful change, we invite you to join us and be part of this incredible journey! Tickets: $85 - Single gala ticket $150 - Pair of gala tickets $250 - Patron (includes one pair of gala tickets, preferred seating & honorable mention) Regular-priced tickets available until Sunday, July 21, at 12 p.m. No tickets at the door! Secure your spot now and celebrate with us! #NAWBO #NAWBO_GR #WomenMeanBusiness #HealthyWealthyWise #Advocacy #Networking #RaleighEvents

You can't afford to miss this event! We're bringing back the Early Bird Special until 3 p.m. today! Don't wait – secure your spot now and join us for an unforgettable experience! We want to see all of our members, partners, sponsors and friends of NAWBO Greater Raleigh. When: Wednesday, July 24, 2024 Time: 6:00pm – 9:00pm Check in 6:00pm - 6:30pm Where: Prestonwood Country Club in Cary. at 300 Prestonwood Pkwy, Cary, NC 27513 Tickets: $85 single gala ticket/ $75 Early Bird Special until 3 p.m. $150 pair of gala tickets/ $140 Early Bird Special until 3 p.m. $250 patron, including one pair of gala tickets, preferred seating & honorable mention Regular-priced tickets will be available until Friday, July 19, at 5 p.m. Tickets cannot be purchased at the door! If you are still interested in being a sponsor, it is not too late! Please contact Jodi Free at [email protected] to discuss further. Additionally, you can sponsor students to attend. We are committed to supporting our NEXTGen students. Registration closes this Friday for NAWBO Greater Raleigh’s 2024 Installation and Awards Gala, which is a celebration you won’t want to miss. All-Inclusive Registration Includes the Following: ✓ Opening reception upon arrival, including beer, wine and appetizers ✓ A decadent, chef-inspired, individual, seated dinner ✓ Parking at the beautiful Prestonwood Country Club in Cary, NC ✓ An elegant evening of supporting women who embody the theme "Women Mean Business: Healthy, Wealthy, Wise" ✓ Inspiration from our keynote speaker and those who support women business owners ✓ A taste of what’s to come in the year ahead, including the installation of the 2024-25 Board of Directors Make sure to RSVP at https://lnkd.in/dxgeH3c and be part of this spectacular event! Visit the NAWBO Greater Raleigh website for more details. 🌟 #NAWBOGala #WomenMeanBusiness #RSVPNow #NAWBO_GR #NAWBO #Networking #raleighevents

🎉 Don't Miss Out! The NAWBO Greater Raleigh 2024 Installation and Awards Gala is fast approaching! 🎉 Be inspired by our Mistress of Ceremony, Sharon Delaney McCloud, and our keynote speaker, Precious L. Williams, as she discusses “Women Mean Business: Healthy, Wealthy, and Wise.” Secure your spot now; the RSVP deadline is tomorrow, Wednesday, July 17, 2024, at 11:59 p.m. This is your chance to be part of an unforgettable evening filled with celebration, inspiration, and delectable dining options, including: 🍗 Herb Seared Breast of Chicken with Basil Garlic Sauce 🐟 7oz Herb Crusted Atlantic Salmon Fillet with Lemon Herb 🥒 Roasted Stuffed Zucchini with Rice 🥩 10oz Herb Marinated Grilled New York Striploin topped with Mushroom Peppercorn Bordelaise Get ready for a fantastic evening! Enjoy a pre-event reception and dance the night away as we celebrate together. Make sure to grab your tickets at https://lnkd.in/dxgeH3c and be part of this spectacular event! Visit the NAWBO Greater Raleigh website for more details. 🌟 #NAWBOGala #WomenMeanBusiness #RSVPNow #NAWBO_GR #NAWBO #Networking #raleighevents

🎉 Time is running out to RSVP for the NAWBO Greater Raleigh 2024 Installation and Awards Gala! 🎉 We're in the final countdown, putting the finishing touches on this spectacular event. Don’t miss out—get your tickets today before RSVP closes on Wednesday, July 17, 2024, at 11:59 p.m. Your gala ticket includes a delicious dinner with your choice of: 🍗 Herb Seared Breast of Chicken with Basil Garlic Sauce 🐟 7oz Herb Crusted Atlantic Salmon Fillet with Lemon Herb 🥒 Roasted Stuffed Zucchini with Rice 🥩 10oz Herb Marinated Grilled New York Striploin topped with Mushroom Peppercorn Bordelaise Join us for an unforgettable evening and be inspired by Precious L. Williams as she shares insights on "Women Mean Business: Healthy, Wealthy, and Wise." Get your tickets now and be part of this memorable night! Visit https://lnkd.in/dxgeH3c now! 🌟 #NAWBOGala #WomenMeanBusiness #RSVPNow #NAWBO_GR #NAWBO

🎉✨ Get Ready for the Event of the Year! ✨🎉 We are thrilled to have Jodi Free of NAWBO Greater Raleigh share why this year's Installation and Awards Gala is THE event of 2024! Tune in as she recounts the unforgettable experience of being in the crowd when our incredible guest speaker, Precious L. Williams, graces us with her presence. 📅 Date: Wednesday, July 24, 2024 🕕 Time: 6-9 p.m. 📍 Location: Prestonwood Country Club, Cary, NC Don't miss out on this extraordinary evening filled with inspiration, networking, and celebration. RSVP today at https://lnkd.in/dxgeH3c. #NAWBORaleigh #InstallationGala #AwardsGala #WomenInBusiness #Networking #EventOfTheYear #WomenMeanBusiness