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CALENDAR
Apr 21 E101: Basic
But Essential: Organizing Your Operations
May 3 Dinner Meeting: Keys to an Organized
Office
May 5 E101: Building
Your Team: Leveraging Your Human Resources
May 19 E101: On-going
Success for the Road Ahead
May 24 Workshop: Tapping Public
Sector Dollars ... Riding The Wave Of Contracting Success
June 9-11: NAWBO 2005 Women's
Business Conference
AFFILIATE
EVENTS
Apr 23 WomanSage
Taking Care: Dementia Diagnosis & Care
Apr 23 FWI: "Return
To Paradise" Casino Night Fundraiser
Apr 28 AWT:
Women's Technology Leadership Forum
May 5-6 WITI 11th
Annual National Conference (held in LA)
June 2-3 ABAOC: 6th Annual Procurement Conference (Procon)
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section TITLES and highlighted words for the full scoop! NEW MEMBERS
Sarah Bain, Bain & Companies
Deborah Brown, PR a la Carte
Joann Case, Eagle Real Estate
Lana Chandler, Lana Chandler Public Relations
Nicole Friel, Elite Development Group
Camille Jayne, Matters at Hand
Kiran Kaur, AJK Communications
Aggie Kobrin, Conference and Expo Connections
Cherie Miranda, CM Home Financial Corp.
Marty Tullio, McCloud Communications
Lyn Walker, The Results Coaching Company
MEMBERS
IN THE NEWS
 Helane
Cohen's Le
Petit Cookery, Inc.—Cooking Adventures for Kids—is
featured in the Smart Ideas Section of the April Edition
of Entrepreneur Magazine.
 Kristin
Williams, President of PBI Sales Training, Inc.,
received coverage in the March 5 issue of Sales and Marketing
Management magazine. Kristin shared her insights and
advice on how to retain customers when a top performing sales
representative leaves the company. She not only covered the
key initial steps to take, but also how this may provide
opportunities within client accounts.
 Stephanie Hager,
a NAWBO member and professional photographer, was recently
on location at Death Valley National Park
shooting this year's once-in-a-lifetime profusion of wildflowers.
While there, she
was interviewed by NBC's "Today" Show. The segment aired on March 14,
2005.
 Hilary
Kaye, president of HKA,
Inc. and NAWBO-OC board member, was featured in the cover story "Network
Equals Net Worth," by Paul Sterman in the March 31 OC
Metro.
Hilary provided insights into successful networking (i.e. focusing
on building relationships, rather than just giving leads) and
cited NAWBO-OC as a key networking opportunity for all women
business owners in OC.
 Rachel
Owners, Principal of Succession Strategies
and longtime NAWBO-OC board member, was highlighted in the
March 27 OC
Register feature "First
Home." This feature highlights an Orange County resident's
first experience with home ownership.
KUDOS
 Congratulations
to Josefina de la Cruz, CPA who
was named 2005 Women in Business Advocate
of the
Year
by the
U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) Santa
Ana District Office. District Director Sandy
Sutton said when announcing her selection, "Josie
is a leader in the community, a smart business
woman, and a strong advocate for women and
minority business owners. We salute her achievements." Josefina
will be honored at the SBA Small Business
Awards Luncheon on May 12, 2005 at The National
Orange Show in San Bernardino, CA as part of
a nationwide salute to small business. For further
information on the luncheon contact the
Inland Empire SBDC
at 951-781-2345.
 Holli Dorr,
President of Hollister Construction Company, has been named
Small Business Person Finalist of the Year 2005 by the U.S.
Small Business Administration (SBA) Santa Ana District Office.
District Director Sandy Sutton announced her selection saying, "Holli
Dorr's ability to establish and sustain her business in a male-dominated
industry is remarkable. We salute her accomplishments." Hollister
is a woman-owned general contracting firm that provides construction
and related services for tenant improvement projects to a variety
of clients throughout California. Great work Holli!
 Congratulations
to Pam Adams, Financial Consultant with A. G. Edwards and Sons,
who has been selected as a recipient of this year's 2005 Distinguished
Lauds and Laurels Award for the University of California Irvine.
As a 1998 MBA graduate from the Paul Merage School of Business
she was selected as their outstanding alumni. Pam has served
for five years on the board of directors of the Alumni Network,
including the last two years as President. Also, she is now
chairing the Dean’s Leadership Circle, a new alumni support
group for the dean.
 UltraSystems,
a certified WBE/SBE/DBE environmental consulting firm owned
by longtime NAWBO-OC member Betsy Lindsey,
was just ranked one of the top 30 environmental consulting
firms in the county by The Orange
County Business Journal for the second year in
a row.
Kudos
Betsy!
 Laura
Miller with LKM Consulting is pleased
to announce she was nominated for the Orange
County Business Journal's Excellence
In Entrepreneurship Awards. Laura thanks
fellow NAWBO members, Susan Hansted-Kuntz
and Bethany LaFlam of The CMM Advisory Group,
Inc., for the nomination!
 The
CMM Advisory Group, Inc. is proud to announce
that it's co-founder Bethany LaFlam of
LaFlam Law, LLP, has been nominated for the Orange
County Business Journal's Excellence
in Entrepreneurship Award.
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MEMBER NEWS
 Liz
Schmidt, NAWBO-OC's Communications
Director and Webmaster, has been invited to
speak at the
City
of Lake Forest's Business Expo on May
14, 2005. Her presentation will be on the topic
of Internet marketing for small
businesses.
MEET OUR BOARD MEMBERS
 Dee
Putman Elliot is the founder and current chair
of our Mentoring Committee. She runs Executive
Moving Systems, an agent for North American Van
Lines. Her company relocates people across town
and around the world, and also moves offices
and high value products. Dee began our chapter's
mentoring program two years ago to partner established
business owners with newer business owners who
want help in identifying and attaining personal
and professional objectives. According to Dee, "Research
has found that the quickest way to achieve your
goals is by having a single dedicated person
help you along the way." She has done a
wonderful job getting all the pieces in place
to ensure the success of this popular program.
See mentoring page for more information.
THANK YOU!
 Thank
you to our April speaker, Barry
Sedlick,
who talked to us about the
troubles facing our Golden State, and the improvements
that
are being made by applying good business strategy
to each of the State Departments. Also, thank
you to our Director of Public Policy, Shaila
Mistry, and the Gas Co's Margaret
Pashko for
their hard  work on bringing this program together.
We
also appreciate our meeting sponsor, Southern
California Edison (represented by
Rebecca Jones, photo at right), and table sponsors—SBC
and The
Gas Company for their support.
Thanks
also to those who donated
prizes for April's opportunity: Orange
County Printing Consultants (Michael
Adams) 2 bottles of wine; Southern
California Edison T-shirt, thermos
and calculator; The Image Center (Kathleen
Ahn) 3 Gift certificates for facials, skin rejuvenation kit; Allen Cadillac (Wendy
Allen)
Weekend in a Cadillac or GMC vehicle.
MEMBER APPRECIATION
AWARDS
At the April meeting,
awards were given to members who have belonged
to NAWBO-OC for five and ten years...
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5
YEARS: Rochelle Schneider
(presenter) with awardee Cathy Daugherty
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10
YEARS: Sharon Norris accepting
for Betsy Lindsey, Rochelle Schneider
(presenter), Deirdre Kelly
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The
CMM Advisory Group, Inc. offers "Smart
Women Run Smart Businesses" Sponsored
by Pamela M. Adams. Join
us for a 2 hour interactive seminar covering
the 5 essential building blocks
of growing a business. Thurs. May 12, 6:00 PM
- Do you know what you would ultimately
like to do with your business?
- Does
the business structure/business development
plan support your succession
plan?
- Do your written contracts and
documents properly protect you?
- Do you
have the 3 key elements to your
financial success?
- Are you creating a legacy?
Reservations required.
Call for details 949-863-9774. (member
advertisement)
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NAWBO-OC NEEDS YOU!
COMMITTEES are the ideal place to build
relationships with other NAWBO members. Time requirements vary
greatly and are generally very flexible. The "work" on
our committees is fun, as well as productive; and the relationships
developed are priceless. Click title for information on current
needs and opportunities. PLEASE JOIN US!
PROMOTE
YOUR BUSINESS! (members only)
Member Showcase: (at monthly meetings)
The cost of an exhibit is $75 for a full table. see
details
Monthly Advertising: BIG audience, detailed ad! NAWBO-OC's
monthly e-news, which is sent to our full mailing list (1000+), accepts up
to three member ads per issue. $50/issue.
Banner Ad: Make an impression on a BIG audience! Our website
is viewed by 3000+ potential customers every month! $100/qtr.
Member Spotlight: Help other members get to know you better
by telling us what you do, why, and how you do it. No cost.
CLICK TITLE FOR INFO ON THESE AND OTHER OPPORTUNITIES.
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  Principal
Financial Educational Series for Women Business Owners The Principal
Financial Group®, the nation’s
401(k) leader and premier provider of employee
benefits, and its national network of producers
is again hosting a "Women in Business Teleclass" educational
series designed exclusively for women business
owners. Get ready to fill your idea bank with tips
and strategies for growing your business. Sign
up for one or all of the upcoming free teleclasses
(see list). This year, leading women
entrepreneurs and industry experts will deliver
a wealth of tips
and strategies under the theme, "It’s
Your Business: Managing Growth and Opportunity
in 2005." Each teleclass will outline valuable
resources available for women business owners and
explore growth strategies in a multitude of markets.
Join us for "Teleclass Tuesday" once
a month. Teleclasses are conveniently scheduled
around the lunch hour, Noon Central. Space
is limited. Pre-register for classes at www.principal.com/women.
April 26, 2005: Five Ways to Prioritize and
Organize Your Way to Success
May 24, 2005: Creative Advice on Financing
Your Business
COMMITTEE
NEWS
 Public
Policy: NAWBO Business Women Meet With
Governor Schwarzenegger in Sacramento
April 19, 2005 - NAWBO members, led by Jerri Hemsworth,
CA President, met with Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger Monday
to discuss business issues that are impacting California.
The delegation was in Sacramento for the annual NAWBO-CA
Legislative Action Summit. The group spent two days in the
capital to meet with legislators to discuss issues
such as healthcare, preschool for all, workers comp., unemployment, and the governor’s
reform package.
The delegation of NAWBO leaders and members who met with
the governor was made up of 30 women business owners from
throughout California. Cathy Daugherty, Vice
President of Legislative Action for NAWBO-CA and NAWBO-OC's President Elect,
had set up a meeting with staff members from the governor’s office, which
then turned into a face to face with the governor himself.
The governor spoke about the importance of government being run like a business
and the need for accountability in politics. He also urged the group to continue
letting their voice be heard at the state and local level.
The two-day Legislative Action Summit is an annual event that provides a chance
for women business owners to speak up and be heard at the capital. Each day is
filled with lectures and seminars to help educate women on legislation that affects
business.
 Remarkable
Women Awards: If you are interested in working
on this exciting event—NAWBO-OC's primary fundraiser
for the year to be held October 14—please join our
committee. Contact Judi
Fouladi 949-916-2220 for more
information or see RW page.
Membership: Get
the most out of your NAWBO membership and accelerate relationship
building by
joining one of our three dynamic membership committees: Recruiting,
Retention, or Hospitality. Depending on how much time you can
commit and what will create the most value for your business,
you can choose to make a few calls each month, be
a greeter at monthly meetings, or coordinate the quarterly
Member Appreciation Awards. Contact Barri
Carian, VP Membership,
949-640-2141.
Membership: We are pleased
to announce that during
NAWBO's national membership campaign in October 2004, our chapter
won the
contest for the most new members
in the category for chapters
with over 75 members. Thank you to all
who helped recruit these wonderful new members!
NAWBO-OC
ELECTIONS COMING SOON!
At the April 5th dinner meeting, the
following candidates for elected positions on the 2005-2006
board will be announced. To read about them, please click on
the title above. A qualified member can
petition to be slated on this year's ballot (petitions are
due April 25). For information
on
petitioning, contact Beth
Adkisson 949-715-7608 or download
petition form. Ballots will be mailed on
May 3rd to all members who are eligible
to
vote.
| 2005-06 SLATE OF
OFFICERS (click photo for bio) |
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President-Elect
Camille
Jayne |
V.P.
Membership
Barri
Carian |
Secretary
Vicki
Tortorelli |
Treasurer
Danielle
Hewitt |
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CORPORATE MEMBER
NEWS
 May
24, 2005 MWD WORKSHOP: TAPPING PUBLIC SECTOR
DOLLARS ... RIDING THE WAVE OF CONTRACTING SUCCESS Doing
business with the public sector is a complex endeavor.
It takes more than just knowing your business; it
requires an in-depth understanding of a public agency’s
priorities, procedures and proposal submission process.
Join us for our May Membership Meeting/Workshop as NAWBO-LA
and NAWBO-OC jointly present this invaluable
primer on how to navigate the waters from getting certified
to signing your first contract. Click
for details & registration.
 April
20, 2005 Free Seminar "Employment
Issues" Presented by
Southern California Edison,
Public Counsel Law Center, Orange County Small Business
Development Center, and the Asian Business Association. Learn
more about employment issues small businesses face. This seminar
will
explore
at-will employment, hiring, employee performance issues, terminations and firing
from a legal perspective. 5:30-8:30pm at Orange Education
Center,
1465 N. Batavia,
Orange, CA. Complimentary dinner will be provided. Space is
limited,
please register ASAP by contacting Christina
R. Durdella 714-564-5202.
 Transamerica
Insurance & Investment
Group Supports NAWBO as a Corporate Partner
NAWBO is pleased to announce
that Transamerica
Insurance & Investment
Group (TIIG) is a new 2005 NAWBO national corporate
sponsor. NAWBO and TIIG share a vision of helping women
entrepreneurs achieve their personal, professional and financial
goals. They will strive to promote mutually beneficial business
opportunities for women business owners. To learn more, please
visit http://www.nawbo.org/pressroom/index.php.
 SBA
EXPO 2005: Celebrating National Small Business Week April
26-28, 2005 This special event, taking place
in Washington, DC, provides an exceptional opportunity
to join forces with
business leaders from around the country, network and celebrate
the tremendous contributions made by America's small businesses
to our nation's economy. Come and learn about cutting-edge business
practices, find out what's hot in business trends, meet government
officials
and talk with decision-makers who help shape the economy. CONFERENCE
HIGHLIGHTS: Business Matchmaking, Business Sessions, Town Hall.
CLICK
for info & registration.
Got
Cash? The SBA
will be presenting a free Small Loan Fair
on Thursday, May 19, 2005,
from 4 to 7pm at the Ontario Convention Center,
2000 Convention Center Way, Ontario, California. The
Loan Fair gives small business owners interested in loans
from $1,000 - $150,000 the opportunity to meet one-on-one
with lenders. On The Spot credit applications for qualified
individuals will be available. This allows potential borrowers
to find out immediately if they qualify for a loan. Established
businesses are asked to bring copies of their last three
years'
tax returns, a current financial statement and a business
plan. Start-up businesses are asked to bring cash flow projections
along with a copy of their business plan. SEE DETAILS
 $10,000
PRIZE! APPLICATIONS DUE APRIL 22: In
2004, NAWBO and Mirassou Winery teamed up
to create the NAWBO/Mirassou Business Optimist Award, which
recognizes a businesswoman who has overcome adversity and remained
optimistic. For details download
application.
AFFILIATE NEWS
 Forum
for Women Entrepreneurs (FWE) Becomes WE2: The parent
chapter of FWE made an organizational decision to
consolidate
its operations
into a single national entity, and to discontinue all local
chapters as of 12/31/04. The local FWE chapter, a NAWBO affiliate,
has since reorganized under a new name—Women Executives
and Entrepreneurs (WE2). The organization will continue
to host
program series, monthly meetings and networking opportunities,
with a focus building value in the companies of entrepreneurs,
executives and service providers, and
providing resources and networks to accelerate
the growth and success of their businesses. The
group will also continue to support women creating, building
and funding businesses in the high technology and life sciences
areas, and they are initiating new programs
to address the needs of women in management seeking to advance
their careers.
WANTS & NEEDS
Executive Office Space Available: Includes
receptionist, copier, fax, beautiful office. Great location
in Orange. From $600-$900/mo. (NAWBO member rate) Call Cathy
or Jim Daugherty at 800-387-0918 or email Jim@trademarkins.com.
Office Space Available: CPA
and bookkeeper wanted to share office space and with business
consultancy
and law firm. Beautiful Newport Beach location. Please call
Susan Kuntz at The CMM Advisory Group, Inc. 949-863-9774.
SURVEY: WORK-LIFE BALANCE AMONG WOMEN
BUSINESS OWNERS A
group of doctoral candidates at Alliant International
University in San Diego are researching the
many ways in which women business owners manage the multiple
demands
of work and personal life. NAWBO members are
invited to participate in this study by answering
a brief survey. Your responses will help the students determine
how life and work roles of entrepreneurial women
relate to
each
other,
and how those roles connect to life and work satisfaction and
balance. Click for more information
and a link to the survey.
Business
Women Series: Join hundreds of Orange County
and LA business women for this
one-day
conference
designed to
help your business grow. Listen to over 20 expert speakers.
Enjoy keynote speaker Mimi Donaldson; hear Jan Norman from
the OC Register, and dozens of experts discussing
marketing, public relations, business development, networking
and
much more. Join our "Five-Minute Networking"
events, take part in our Poster Sessions, and enjoy breakfast,
lunch and a great reception, all for $149. Thursday
June 9, 2005 at the OC Airport DoubleTree Hotel. A limited
number of exhibit tables and sponsorships are available.
Don't miss this event, it will sell out!!! See www.businesswomenseries.com or
call 949-727-1211 for additional information. (member advertisement) |
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