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Welcome to the weekly communication for the National
Association of Women Business Owners® (NAWBO®)
San Francisco Bay Area Chapter.
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Member News
Welcome New and Renewing Members!
Note from the Board
Members in the News & Member Spotlight
Member Benefits & Opportunities
Ideas, Inspiration and Opportunities
Procurement Programs
NAWBO SFBA Events
NAWBO®-SFBA Networking Breakfast - Oakland: Feb. 1st (1st Thursday of each month)
NAWBO®-SFBA Monthly Dinner Event- San Francisco: Feb. 9th (2nd Thursday of each month)
NAWBO®-SFBA Networking Breakfast - Walnut Creek: Feb. 14th (3rd Tuesday of each month)
NAWBO®-SFBA Networking Breakfast - San Francisco: Feb. 15th (3rd Wednesday of each month)
NAWBO®-SFBA Networking Breakfast - Marin: Feb. 22nd (4th Tuesday of each month)
Make Note
Public Policy: Local, State & National
Key Dates: Mark Your Calendar
More NAWBO National, California and Local Events
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Welcome to New and Renewing Members of NAWBO®-SFBA! |
New Members
- Manzar Azari, Founder and President of Azari Property Management in San Francisco, has rejoined our chaper as an Established Business Owner.
- Doreen DeSalvo, CFO of Loose Id, LLC in San Francisco, has joined our chapter as an Established Business Owner.
- Marena Drlik, owner of Whole Life Health in Livermore, has joined our chapter as an Established Business Owner.
- Jennifer Everhart, President of Summit Drywall and Painting in Concord, has joined our chapter as an Established Business Owner. Jennifer's telephone number is 925-687-4300 and her email address is jeneverhart@summitsdp.com.
- Janice Hugener, Attorney with The Hugener Law Group in San Francisco, has joined our chapter as an Emerging Business Owner.
- Vatrice Lanier, Associate with Lane Fertility Magazine in Dublin, has joined our chapter as an Established Business Owner.
Renewing Members
- Barbara Gilliard, President of Emeritus Investment Management in Mill Valley, has renewed her membership as an Established Business Owner. Barbara has been a NAWBO SFBA member since 1994.
- Carolyn Goodman, President of Goodman Marketing Partners in San Rafael, has renewed her membership as an Established Business Owner. Carolyn has been a NAWBO SFBA member since 2009.
- Bevlen Klein, Owner of NorCal Moving and Storage in San Leandro, has renewed her membership as an Established Business Owner. Bevlen has been a NAWBO SFBA member since 2007.
- Charlotte Elaine Saulter, Broker with Ces Premier Real Estate Services in Pinole, has renewed her membership as an Established Business Owner. Charlotte has been a NAWBO SFBA member since 2010.
- Katherine Stickley, Partner with Arterra Landscape Design in San Francisco, has renewed her membership as an Established Business Owner. Katherine has been a NAWBO SFBA member since 2008.
- Kathleen Thurmond, President of Kathleen Thurmond LLC, has renewed her membership as an Established Business Owner. Kathleen has been a NAWBO SFBA member since 2010.
- Carol Weitz, Owner of Weitz Medical Management in San Francisco, has renewed her membership as an Established Business Owner. Carol has been a NAWBO SFBA member since 2002.
Time to JOIN or Renew your membership? Simply register online www.nawbo.org
Thank you for your membership. We look forward to seeing you at upcoming events, and to the opportunity to grow, thrive, and lead together!
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Note from the President |
President of NAWBO SFBA, Kathleen Thurmond 
Kathleen Thurmond president@nawbo-sfba.org
First of all, thank you to those of you who attended the January dinner and participated in our dinner survey. We strive to bring speakers who bring value both professionally and personally. You ideas and input are invaluable. We appreciate the time you took to keep us informed and to provide us with innovative ideas for future meetings. We have learned so much from your participation in the survey and will send a survey after each dinner meeting.
Secondly, I wanted to reiterate what I spoke about at our January meeting. Given all the changes and uncertainty erupting in the world right now, we have known as a board and an organization that we need to make changes that accurately reflect what you, our members need. NAWBO was created in an era when women in business and women entrepreneurs were new and there wasn't a lot of information out there. Now, we are inundated with tools and information about being a woman business owner. Individuals and organizations need to be part of the business world as it is now. A new evolution needs to be embraced and a new way of conducting business is yet to be discovered. NAWBO as an organization has been around for about 40 years. It has provided a wonderful foundation from which to launch into a new, ever shifting world in business and in our personal lives. As Ghandi said, "be the change you want to see in the world."
I invite you to participate with NAWBO, in partnership, to help create an organization that will provide exactly what you need to expand your business through connection, education, networking and public policy. Join us for our February 9th meeting at our new dinner location at the Galleria Park, to hear Karen Leland speak about her "Marketing Pyramid" and to connect with other women in their mutual quest to lift one another up and expand their knowledge in business. Don't forget about our special meeting presented by the America's Cup organization from 4:30 to 5:30 prior to the meeting. Attend and learn about how you can do business with America's Cup.
 NAWBO SFBA, Executive Director
Ann Singer asinger@nawbo-sfba.org
See the entire Board of NAWBO SFBA
Members in the News & Member Spotlights |
Congratulations Manzar Azari! ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Manzar Azari DiversityBusiness.com has selected the Azari Group Real Estate, Inc. as a 2012 "Top Business" recipient! As one of the 2,500 awardees from around the country, Manzar has distinguished herself as one of the leading entrepreneurs in the United States.
The "Top Business List" by DiversityBusiness.com offers a comprehensive look at the strongest segment of the United States economy - America's privately held companies. Azari will receive this award at the "12th Annual National Business Awards Ceremony & Conference" Mashantucket, Connecticut in April.
Are you a member who has news about your business? Please send your news to the NAWBO-SFBA info@nawbo-sfba.org. "News" refers to recognition your company has received in the press, awards you or your company have won, or events that have happened. This space is not used for promotions of products or upcoming events. Thanks!
Let us know about your business NAWBO SFBA members may bring a promotion item to display on our Member Information Table at each Monthly Mixer.
Member Benefits & Opportunities
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Advertising Opportunity
NAWBO-SFBA is excited to announce a new partnership with the San Francisco Examiner. Our organization will be featured in the February 26 edition of the Women In Business supplement to the San Francisco Examiner. The Examiner is San Francisco's oldest and highest circulated free daily paper in the Bay Area. To inquire about advertising opportunities please contact Maryann Bologna at mbologna@sfexaminer.com
Consider submitting an article for the NAWBO national newsletter. Provide information that benefits women business owners and gain visibility. For guidelines.
Promote Your Business
- NAWBO SFBA members may bring promotional brochures or flyers to display on our members' information table.
- Attendees have the opportunity to showcase their products/services with a marketing table. Cost for members is $50, non-members is $250.
 Get Involved!
The best way to benefit from your membership in NAWBO®-SFBA is be involved! There are many ways to do this.
- Attend events (monthly mixers, networking breakfast, brown bag lunches)
- Join the board - New board begins July 2011.
- Chair or join a committee
- Marketing, Public Policy, Fundraising, Affiliates & Membership Committees are looking for members
- Become a program facilitator (breakfasts or brown bag lunches)
- You can select your own location!
- Offer your time and your talent in anyway you can imagine
In this way you can develop your leadership skills and gain visibility.
Grow, Thrive and Lead!
Contact info@nawbo-sfba.org to share your interest in being an active volunteer member of NAWBO SFBA!
Evening Event in San Francisco |
 NAWBO®-SFBA Monthly Networking Event
2nd Thursday
NEW LOCATION: Galleria Park Hotel, 191 Sutter Street between Kearrny & Montgomery, San Francisco
SAVE the DATE! / Register Now!
February 9th Dinner
5:30 PM - 8:00 PM
Sir Francis Drake Hotel
Flyer with more information >>>
Pre-register by February 7th and save
Let’s grow NAWBO-SFBA and we’ll grow our own businesses in the process.
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NAWBO SFBA Networking Breakfast - Walnut Creek |
 NAWBO®-SFBA Networking Breakfast - Walnut Creek
3rd Tuesday 7:30 AM to 9:00 AM
Il Fornaio, 1430 Mount Diablo Boulevard, Walnut Creek
Free parking at rear of building
February 14th
Our morning breakfast meetings provide a comfortable forum for businesswomen and entrepreneurs to meet monthly, exchange ideas and discuss business challenges. The Networking Breakfasts are a dynamic, informative and productive way to start your day!
Cost:
Members registered by Friday before: $12
Non-Members registered by Friday before: $15
Members & Non-Members at the door: $20
Pre-Register by 11:59 PM, Jan. 13th
Please share the word with your friends and colleagues! |
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NAWBO SFBA Networking Breakfast - San Francisco |
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 NAWBO®-SFBA Networking Breakfast - San Francisco
3rd Wednesday 7:30 AM to 9:00 AM
580 California Street, Suite 1300, San Francisco
There is a parking garage in the building.
February 15th -
Our morning breakfast meetings provide a comfortable forum for business women and entrepreneurs to meet monthly, exchange ideas and discuss business challenges. The Networking Breakfasts are a dynamic, informative and productive way to start your day!
Cost:
Members registered by Monday before: $12
Non-Members registered by Monday before: $15
Members & Non-Members at the door: $20
Please share the word with your friends and colleagues!
Learn more and register online by 11:59 PM Monday, Feb. 13th
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NAWBO SFBA Networking Breakfast - Marin |
 NAWBO®-SFBA Networking Breakfast - Marin
4th Tuesday 7:30 AM to 9:00 AM
Il Fornaio Corte Madera Town Center, Corte Madera
February 22nd
Our morning breakfast meetings provide a comfortable forum for business women and entrepreneurs to meet monthly, exchange ideas and discuss business challenges. The Networking Breakfasts are a dynamic, informative and productive way to start your day!
Cost:
Members registered by Friday before: $12
Non-Members registered by Friday before: $15
Members & Non-Members at the door: $20
Please share the word with your friends and colleagues!
Learn more and register online by 11:59 PM Friday, Feb. 17th
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NAWBO SFBA Networking Breakfast - Oakland |
 NAWBO®-SFBA Networking Breakfast - Oakland
1st Thursday 7:30 AM to 9:00 AM
Oliveto Restaurant & Cafe 5655 College Avenue, Oakland
February 2 - How to Engage and Persuade People with Ease - The 10 Commandments of Good Business Communication
How important is it to communicate effectively in today’s marketplace? It’s a matter of business life and death, according to nationally recognized communication and presentation skills expert, Paula Statman.
Communication is the currency of business. If you are perceived as an excellent communicator, you will be more successful. Potential clients and customers will listen to you and ultimately buy what you are selling. But if you lose credibility or people’s interest because of the way you communicate, you will lose business to your competitors.
In this lively presentation, you will learn how to:
- Connect with audiences of 1 to 100.
- Avoid communication errors that derail your credibility.
- Develop an articulate message and get it across fast.
- Convey knowledge and competence in a “user-friendly” way.
- Follow the ‘10 Commandments of Good Communication’ in your business.
About Paula Paula Statman owns Standout Presentations in Oakland, California. Her clients include business owners, sales and marketing professionals, technical experts, and aspiring and professional speakers. In 2011 she added TedWomen speakers to her diverse list of clients. Paula draws from her diverse background in education, psychology, theater, and music to help clients get exceptional results. In addition to speaking nationally for over 20 years, Paula has appeared as a guest expert on shows such as the Today Show and Oprah.
Our morning breakfast meetings provide a comfortable forum for businesswomen and entrepreneurs to meet monthly, exchange ideas and discuss business challenges. The Networking Breakfasts are a dynamic, informative and productive way to start your day!
Cost:
Members registered by Tuesday before: $12
Non-Members registered by Tuesday before: $15
Members & Non-Members at the door: $20
Please share the word with your friends and colleagues!
Learn more and register online by 11:59 PM Tuesday, Jan. 3rd
Affiliates & Partners |
Time Varying Pricing May Effect Your Company Nov. 1st!
Time Varying Pricing is a new program effective November 1st from California Public Utilities Commission and PG&E.
To efficiently manage the impacts of heightened demand for electricity, the California Public Utilities Commission (CPUC) has mandated that all Investor Owned Utilities pursue Time-Varying Pricing as a way to support the state's energy and greenhouse gas reduction requirements. This mandate transitions all business customers in the state from flat pricing plans to Time-Varying Pricing plans that align customers' price of energy with the cost of energy at the time it is used.
For more information
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Supplier Diversity Programs in corporations are a way for women owned businesses to secure contracts.
The first step is to become a certified Women Business Enterprise. Contact Women's Business Enterprise National Council (WBENC) to begin the process of being certified. http://www.wbenc.org/
Supplier Success Program
Presented by the Alliance for Community Development
Contractors have to lead more competitive and high performing businesses. Join us to build a richer business tool kit to meet requirements of corporate customers and financing sources.
By the end of the day you will be able to:
- Evaluate how you are growing the value of your businessIncrease your revenue streams
- Improve cash management and financial forecasts
- Prepare to acquire capital or contract financing
- Operate your business more strategically to produce results.
Learn from expert presenters and apply the tools to your business immediately.
February 7, 2011
Oakland Asian Cultural Center 388 9th Street, Ste. 290 Oakland, CA 94607
Free (Donation $20 suggested)
Public parking available in building. BART and AC Transit accessible.
The Alliance for Community Development is a nonprofit 501(c) (3) organization with the mission of increasing access to capital for companies with diverse leadership. ACD brings expertise in leveraging market forces to entrepreneurs to achieve economic, social and environmental objectives. For more information go to... www.allianceforcommunitydevelopment.com
- Public Policy Activity & Resources
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- NAWBO National takes strategic stands on the latest legislative issues affecting women business owners. The Legislative Action Center puts bold action at the fingertips of each NAWBO member, delivering the latest policy briefs into your inbox and providing meaningful contact with elected officials with just one click.
NAWBO California actively supports our political process and the government which it serves. As a business owner, it is in your best interest to know who your State representatives are, the positions they hold, and how each individual person represents your interests. Use this list of resources to contact your government representatives.
Public Policy is important to every business owner. Barbara Kasoff, President and CEO, and Co-Founder of Women Impacting Public Policy, Inc.,spoke at the NAWBO SFBS Mixer May 12th and inspired all of us to be informed and maybe get involved in public policy.
WIPP is a non-profit, nonpartisan public policy advocacy organization with over half a million members including 54 business organizations, educating and advocating on economic issues for women in business.
WIPP Calls on Women to Run for Office- Don't Get Mad. Get Elected!
Did you know that women hold just 17% of the seats in Congress and only 23% of state legislatures, where critical, life-altering decisions are often made? Yet women are 51% of the population -- and are leaders in their fields and in community, professional, and civic organizations like WIPP.
A once-in-a-decade opportunity is before us: open congressional and state legislative seats redrawn after redistricting and reapportionment are up for grabs in the 2012 election. Women win open seats as often as men do; there just aren't enough women running. You have a track record of success, you know how to solve problems, you care about your community, and you have the skills and expertise to make a difference. Why not you?
WIPP's leaders and The 2012 Project are asking: Will you run for public office? The 2012 Project is a national, nonpartisan campaign seeking accomplished women in the private and public sectors to fill the new and open seats in Congress and state legislatures in the next election.
The 2012 Project will connect you with campaign training programs, leadership institutes, think tanks, and fundraising networks that will help you launch a successful campaign. Want to know more?
Visit The 2012 Project website at www.the2012project.us. Ready to get involved? Contact us at info@the2012project.us or (650) 326-2216.
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Key Dates: Mark Your Calendar |
NAWBO®-SFBA Networking Breakfast - Oakland: Feb. 1st (1st Thursday of each month)
NAWBO®-SFBA Monthly Dinner Event- San Francisco: Feb. 9th (2nd Thursday of each month)
NAWBO®-SFBA Networking Breakfast - Walnut Creek: Feb. 14th (3rd Tuesday of each month)
NAWBO®-SFBA Networking Breakfast - San Francisco: Feb. 15th (3rd Wednesday of each month)
NAWBO®-SFBA Networking Breakfast - Marin: Feb. 22nd (4th Tuesday of each month)
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