Welcome to the National Association of Women Business Owners, Charlotte Chapter, an organization specifically designed to fuel the success of the women-owned businesses in the Charlotte area.
NAWBO Charlotte is proud to be recognized
as the 2024 Chapter of the Year!
Commitment to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Belonging:Â
NAWBO National and NAWBO Charlotte are committed to an inclusive and diverse membership, and ensuring all women entrepreneurs feel welcome, regardless of age, ethnicity, race, sexual orientation, disability or religion, and know she has a seat at the table. Â Read more:Â Membership & BenefitsÂ
Upcoming Signature Meetings
August 6 – Lunch
September 10 – Dinner
October 1 – Lunch
November 12 – Dinner
January 14 – LunchÂ
February 2 – DinnerÂ
March 3 – LunchÂ
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November Recap - Here's What You Missed
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Celebrate the Holiday Season with NAWBO Charlotte!
Join us for a festive evening of fun, food, and connections as we celebrate the holidays with the women of NAWBO Charlotte! Enjoy a light dinner buffet, refreshing beverages, and entertainment, all while taking in the stunning views of the Uptown Charlotte skyline.
This is the perfect opportunity to close out the year and make meaningful connections with fellow women business owners in a festive and relaxed setting. Gain some expertise with our speaker this year, Zahn Patin from @thewondergrp!
🎉 Evening Attire: Festive Holiday Chic
Don't miss out on this amazing event – register today and end your year on a high note! lp.constantcontactpages.com/ev/reg/yjbufkj
#nawbo #womeninbusiness #holidayparty
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Join us as we kick off the new year with insight, inspiration, and strategies to help you thrive in 2025!
Our January Signature Lunch features the inspiring Emily Green, founder of Grace Communications and Emily Green LLC. As Co-Chair of the Charlotte Area Chamber’s Women in Business Committee, she empowers women through her impactful talk "Living and LOVING Your Values." A dedicated entrepreneur, speaker, and leader, Emily is passionate about driving change and making a difference.
đź“… Tuesday, January 14th
⏰ 11:00am - 1:00pm
đź“ŤBrewers at 4001 Yancey
🎟️ Register now: lp.constantcontactpages.com/ev/reg/yjbufkj
#NAWBO #SignatureLunch #WomenInBusiness
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THE DEI JOURNEY: PROGRESS, NOT PERFECTION
Hello, NAWBO Charlotte! đź‘‹
Today's #deibdownload is a gentle reminder that DEI is an ongoing journey, not a destination. Whether you have a team of 100 or you're a solopreneur, it's about continuous learning, growth, and striving for progress, not perfection. 🌱
Remember…
Building a truly inclusive culture takes time and commitment. It's about making small, consistent steps forward,even when it feels challenging.
Here are some tips to embrace the journey, no matter the size of your business:
đź“šCultivate a learning mindset: Be open to new perspectives and feedback. Seek out resources, attend workshops, and engage in conversations about DEI.
🎉Celebrate small wins: Acknowledge and celebrate your progress, no matter how small. This helps to build momentum and maintain motivation.
đź’ŞDon't be afraid to make mistakes: We all stumble along the way. The key is to learn from your mistakes, course-correct, and keep moving forward.
🗣️Foster open communication: If you have a team, create a safe space for employees to share their experiences and perspectives. If you're a solopreneur, be open to feedback from clients and collaborators. This helps to identify areas for improvement and build trust.
🌟Lead by example: As a business owner, your commitment to DEI sets the tone for your entire organization, even if it's just you right now. Walk the talk and inspire others to join the journey.
Remember, every step you take towards a more inclusive workplace or business practice benefits not only your employees (if you have them) but also your clients, collaborators, and your business as a whole.
đź’¬ Let's keep the conversation going! Share your biggest DEI challenge or a success story. Let's learn and grow together!
#deibdownload #deijourney #progressnotperfection
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Congratulations to our 2023 Award Winners!
Kelly Rains Jesson
Jesson & Rains, PLLC
2023 Woman Business Owner
Since 2015, Kelly has been working for her clients according to her core values:
- Do the right thing always
- Everyone has a voice
- We do what we say we are going to do, when we say we are going to do it
- We are client-focused problem solvers
Jesson & Rains, PLLC focuses on protecting both the business and personal assets of business owners through proactive planning and loss mitigation when an issue arises.
Tanisha Chea
Chea Creative Concepts:
IDEA Lab Kids Ballantyne
2023 Rising Star
IDEA Lab Kids Ballantyne
Tanisha opened her doors in 2020 after realizing her family and community would benefit from a space like IDEA Lab Kids Ballantyne. They inspire and empower young minds ages 4-14 through engaging and interactive learning experiences in science, technology, engineering, arts and mathematics (STEAM).
“We empower every student who walks through our doors with the knowledge, skills, and confidence they need to achieve their full potential and make a positive impact on the world.”
2023 Women Business Owner Award Finalists
Nicky Bradley
Nichely, LLC
Laurie Johnson
ReVision Financial Solutions
Kelly Rains Jesson
Jesson & Rains, PLLC
2023 Rising Star Award Finalists
Amy Haskell
Total Writing Enrichment
Kimberly Melton
Visual Story Media
Tanisha Chea
Chea Creative Concepts:
IDEA Lab Kids Ballantyne
IDEA Lab Kids Ballantyne
The Power of You
