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Why Join NAWBO?

The National Association of Women Business Owners-Atlanta is all about helping you grow your business and become a recognized leader in your community.

We provide programs and resources that represent women entrepreneurs from all industries in Georgia.

As a member of NAWBO-Atlanta you can:

  • Learn from other women entrepreneurs
  • Develop business contacts and friends
  • Participate in our programs
  • Join a CEO Roundtable
  • Be mentored or become a mentor

Our member businesses range in size from sole proprietorship to hundreds of employees and our members represent all areas of Georgia.

Membership is open to sole proprietors, partners, and corporate owners with a minimum of 51% business ownership and day-to-day management responsibility. Membership Levels


Become a member – Today!

We invite you join NAWBO-Atlanta today. Join Online Now or Download our application you can mail or fax.  Become part of the Atlanta Chapter and start your journey to expand your personal business horizons.

Explore how to break down business barriers, improve your alliances and build a better business by:

  • Sharing resources, skills and experience
  • Participating in the education series
  • Attending monthly programs
  • Serving on committees
  • Meeting new friends.

The opportunities to grow and learn are endless.

You will also have access to NAWBO national meetings and NAWBO conventions to take advantage of the wide network of NAWBO members and resources. Meet and connect with more than 9,000 members nationally and develop a network of successful peers globally.

 


How to Join NAWBO-Atlanta

When you submit your online application or print application you will automatically join both the Local Chapter and the National organization. Each Local Chapter is part of the NAWBO National organization.

Local and National dues are paid at the same time through our local chapter.

Total dues:

  • Chapter Membership Levels
  • Women Business Owner Sponsorship with Voting Rights Membership Included
    A business owner who is an individual partner or stockholder with minimum 51% ownership and is responsible for management of the business and who purchases a Platinum, Gold Silver or Bronze sponsorship. See Sponsorships.
  • Corporate Sponsor Member Membership Included
    An Individual who is employed by a Corporation that purchases a Platinum, Gold, Bronze or Silver Sponsorship. A Non-Voting member. Can serve on Committees. See sponsorships.


To Join

  1. Fill out our Membership Application or Sponsorship Application Online or Print Version
  2. Your application will be presented to our board of Directors for review.
  3. Individual Membership Applications are reviewed every 2nd Wednesday of each month.
  4. You will be contacted by our Membership or Sponsorship Chairwoman once your application is reviewed.
  5. After local Membership or Sponsorship approval, your application will be automatically processed to receive your National membership materials.
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Local Benefits

Local Membership Benefits 

Business Growth Opportunities 
·  Develop Relationships with knowledgeable and successful women in all industries
·  Forge Connections with women business owners to exchange ideas and opportunities
·  Learn information about WBO certification and procurement opportunities
·  Access elite member benefits with corporate partners
·  Join our CEO Round Table Groups learning to mastermind with other women 

Leadership Development 
· Participate in Leadership Training and leadership development opportunities
· Volunteer to serve on Local and National Boards
· Learn to become a Women Owned Business Leader in your community
· Volunteer to lead other women in committee development and execution 

Resources 
· Monthly Local Luncheon Educational Programs with featured speakers
· Monthly social programs to get to know the members
· Access to Capital Investment programs and Finance Workshops
· Local Strategic Alliances SCORE, Atlanta Business Women’s Center and the Georgia Small Business Development Centers (SBDC)
· Information on Business Statistics and Economic Trends
· Public Policy Days – learn about legislative action affecting women owned businesses

 

National Membership Benefits
· NAWBO PAC
·  Procurement Access through NWBOC
·  Research and Support through NFWBO
·  Discounts for Products and Services from National corporate Sponsors
·  Two Annual Economic Conferences
·  Development Conferences
·  Access to International Contacts
·  Issue Advocacy
·  National Peer Group

 

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