Benefits Each month our FYI newsletter includes answers to common business questions sent in by our readers. Answers are generated by NAWBO members from our chapter as well as from the 80 other chapters and 9,000 members nationwide. Questions accepted for submission must relate to a business topic, such as Marketing, Finance, Human Resources, Accounting, Planning, Branding, etc. Learn More and Application NAWBO® member benefits include... Corporate and Affinity Partner discounts (see Corporate and Affinity Partner section of this web site for more details!) Online membership directory NAWBO®time, NAWBO®’s electronic newsletter Leadership & business development training Opportunities to participate in media interviews and prepare congressional testimony National advertisement and promotion through RFP’s and speaking opportunities Recognition of achievement through national awards and publicity Special member registration rates to NAWBO®-sponsored events Access to the NAWBO®Speakers’ Bureau to promote training and speaking services Public Policy advocacy/presence in Washington DC Access to an international business network through affiliation with the World Association of Women Entrepreneurs (FCEM) and The International Alliance for Women (TIAW) Opportunities to: Forge connections with women business owners to exchange ideas and opportunities Gain access to certification and procurement opportunities Network with women representing every industry on a local and national level The NAWBO® Speakers Bureau is an exclusive benefit for NAWBO®members and provides an outstanding opportunity for members to gain exposure to a wide variety of audiences. A dynamic network of presenters and trainers, Bureau members are high-quality, experienced, inspirational speakers on their chosen subject matter. Each member is equipped to accept speaking engagements with other Chapters and outside organizations seeking expert women entrepreneurs for events and fundraisers. Topics can cover a wide range of areas, including Starting a Business, Business Growth Issues, Inspirational/ Motivational Presentations, Stress Management, Leadership Training, Strategic Planning, E-Commerce, Advertising and Public Relations, Networking and Sales Skills, etc. Speaking at local Chapter events is an excellent way to get exposure to Board members who select speakers for national events. To learn more about joining the Speakers Bureau, contact NAWBO®Headquarters by email (national@NAWBO®.org) or by phone (1-800-55- NAWBO®). A Benefit of NAWBO® Melinda Salzer, President (2003 - 2004), speaking with Commerce Secretary, Don Evans after attending a information discussion with President Bush’s informal discussion about how the new tax programs have led to new hires and corporate growth in women owned businesses. The January 9th event was by-invitation only. About 25 NAWBO®members were invited to attend the event. Somewhere in Kentucky, on our way to Nashville in June 2003 to be Chartered. In the front row (left to right) are: Melinda Salzer and A. Lorraine Jones. Back row: Donna Domenicalli and Liz Milio. Linda Coppolino took the picture. Many of our National Corporate Patrons and Partners offer members discounts and other incentives. Visit the NAWBO®.ORG Web site and click on Partner & Resources to learn about these programs.