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Premier Member – $39.95 per month or $359.40 if paid in one payment*
A Premier Member receives all communications and publications, is eligible for all discounts and benefits, and is listed in the online member directory.
Chapter membership is automatic for those whose businesses are located in a chapter area. To qualify for membership, members must own a percentage of their company. Those outside the 45 mile radius of a chapter qualify for a NAWBO – Virtual membership.
*$100 One time initiation fee
Benefits
Complimentary one-year PR Newswire membership valued at $2,000
PerkSpot program offers significant savings with a robust menu of over 500 different merchants
Discount on Dell products
Sage Payment Solutions complimentary setup valued at $75
Enterprise Software and Professional Services offered by the One Page Business Plan a tool used for precise business planning
Opportunity to submit content for publication in the NAWBO ONE for Women Business Leaders e-publication
Early Bird Discount to NAWBO National events
Access to eLearning Series that provides business solutions to build better business leaders
Special tools provided by Constant Contact
Discounts provided by UPS
Early Bird Discount to NAWBO National events
Learn from the Resource Center & NAWBO Institute. Featuring cutting-edge business information on the NAWBO web site
Eligible to participate in NAWBO Video Contests
Note: All member benefits for this category include the benefits for the Introductory Member Category.
Introductory Member – $29.95 per month or $239.40 if paid in one payment*
An Introductory Member is a non-voting members and cannot initially serve on the Chapter’s board; however an Introductory Member can change her status to Premier at any time by visiting the nawbo.org website. She receives all communications and publications, is eligible for limited discounts and benefits, and is listed in the online member directory. Chapter membership is automatic for those whose businesses are located in a chapter area. Those outside the 45 mile radius of a chapter qualify for NAWBO – Virtual.
*$100 One time initiation fee
Benefits
Special tools provided by Constant Contact
Discounts provided by UPS
Early Bird Discount to NAWBO National events
Access to eLearning Series providing business solutions to help become a better business leader
Learn from the Resource Center & NAWBO Institute. Featuring cutting-edge business information on the NAWBO web site
Eligible to participate in NAWBO Video Contests
Supporting Member – $39.95 per month or $359.40 if paid in one payment*
A Supporting Member is an Individual or Non-Profit Organization who subscribes to the objectives of NAWBO and wishes to lend support to NAWBO through membership. This category of membership includes limited discounts and is listed in the online member directory.
The individual does not need to be a women business owner.
Non-Voting Member
*$100 One time initiation fee
Benefits
Special tools provided by Constant Contact
Discounts provided by UPS
Access to eLearning Series providing business solutions to help become a better business leader
Note: All member benefits for this category include the benefits for the Introductory Member Category.
Retired Member (Voting) – $9.95 per month
A regular voting category, member receives all communications and publications, is eligible for all discounts and benefits, and is listed in the online member directory.
Chapter membership is automatic for those whose businesses are located in a chapter area those outside the 45 mile radius of a chapter qualify for Virtual membership. To qualify for membership you must be a member in good standing for the last 5 years.
Benefits
Special tools provided by Constant Contact
Discounts provided by UPS
Access to eLearning Series providing business solutions to help become a better business leader
Learn from the Resource Center & NAWBO Institute. Featuring cutting-edge business information on the NAWBO web site
Eligible to participate in NAWBO Video Contests
Early Bird Discount to NAWBO National events
Student Member (Non-Voting Member) – $9.95 per month, $25.00 one-time initiation fee
STUDENT MEMBER (Non-Voting)*
A non-voting category member receives all communications and publications, is eligible for limited discounts and benefits, and is listed in the online member directory.
Must be enrolled in an entrepreneurial program and submit proof of enrollment by fax to 202-403-3788 or upload as a document to your customer record.
This category is not available through online application.
Benefits
Special tools provided by Constant Contact
Discounts provided by UPS
Learn from the Resource Center & NAWBO Institute. Featuring cutting-edge business information on the NAWBO web site
Early Bird Discount to NAWBO National events
Access to eLearning Series that provides business solutions to build better business leaders
Eligible to participate in NAWBO Video Contests
For more information, visit https://www.nawbo.org/membership
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NAWBO Buffalo Niagara forges connections with other women entrepreneurs
The chapter provides outstanding opportunities to create valuable connections. You’ll network with dynamic women entrepreneurs and make important business contacts, gaining access to chapter partners offering a wide range of services. And you’ll benefit from chapter member support, energy and experience, while increasing business opportunities.
NAWBO Buffalo Niagara provides valuable business resources
Our monthly programs offer inspiration, information, and insights that are absolutely essential for business owners. The chapter also provides workshops, procurement opportunities; member-only scholarship and leadership development programs; and business resources through our strategic alliances with other organizations, such as U.S. Small Business Administration and the Canisius College Women’s Business Center.
NAWBO Buffalo Niagara is a powerful advocate for small business
The chapter provides women with a voice on public policy issues. We build the power of women entrepreneurs through our lobbying efforts on the key issues that affect business.
Nationally, NAWBO offers exciting business opportunities. The national membership directory and national conferences provide opportunities to link up with women entrepreneurs around the country. As well, there are numerous benefits and services available from national corporate partners.To become a member of NAWBO Buffalo Niagara download the PDF application and mail it in with a check.