NAWBO-OC positions women business owners for profits, power, and the passionate pursuit of excellence.
NAWBO-OC is the premier educational and networking resource for local women business owners and professionals. Our objectives include promoting the growth, stability, and profitability of women-owned businesses in Orange County. With over 300 members, NAWBO-OC is committed to enhancing the overall success of women business owners by providing our members encouragement and support, networking opportunities, educational programs, and
professional development.
Join us for the celebration of our 15th Annual Remarkable Women Awards! Register Now to reserve your seats at this very special event recognizing the achievements of Remarkable Business Women in Orange County. Learn more on our
Remarkable Women Awards page.
Information resources, including education and skills development
Focused business opportunities
Visibility in the business community
Opportunities to build relationships with peers
"I have been a member of NAWBO for the past seven years. I find the organization extremely valuable to me due to the quality of the programs and the community of empowered women who are its members."
Moty Koppes , Personal / Professional Development Coach
Visibility and Business Opportunities
Listing in our roster (local and national, online and print)
Receiving media exposure in local business publications
Getting involved is a great way to maximize your membership. Whether you want to use your skills to benefit a committee, learn something new to improve your business, or meet other members and develop more networking contacts, we welcome you to check out our committees.
"I have been a member of NAWBO-OC from the beginning it's definitely a must for any woman business owner in Orange County. I love the inspirational, educational meetings. And this group has grown just like Zov's Bistro has grown!" Zov Karamardian, Zovs Bistro
"I have enjoyed every moment... the women, the programs, and the windows of opportunity." Shaila Mistry, Jayco MMI
"I've learned about leadership, gained a support network of highly successful businesswomen and developed clients from among NAWBO members." Eugenie R. Brown, Vantaggio HR, ltd
Networking with highly experienced/successful women business owners
Discovering potential mentoring relationships (see mentoring program)
Please join us at our next monthly dinner meeting to learn from top quality speakers, as well as to meet exceptional women with whom you can exchange ideas, share business leads, and establish valuable relationships.Meetings are normally held the first Tuesday of the month at the Irvine Hyatt. Be sure to make a reservation to guarantee your seat.
"I have found NAWBO to be a wonderful and profitable experience. This group has provided my company, Excelerate, with exposure to people and corporations that are enabling me to take my business to the next level. NAWBO-OC is unquestionably one of the best networking groups in Orange County." Kimberly Gerber, Excelerate, Inc.
"Having founded Specialized Marketing Services 18 years ago, I am confident in my business skills. But joining NAWBO-OC and becoming actively involved with similarly confident, strategically minded women business owners, have positively influenced the way I think about my business and my community." Gloria Robbins, Specialized Marketing Services, Inc.
"I joined NAWBO before we even opened our doors because I wanted to be around other women professionals with knowledge that I needed. Susan Johnson, Susan's Healthy Gourmet
In today's dynamic world where you have to stay informed of innovation, government regulation, globalization, and new technology, NAWBO is here to meet your needs. We are committed to empowering, encouraging and developing your business.
Relationships With Peers
In addition to building mutually beneficial business relationships, many women business owners feel a need to interact with others who share an entrepreneurial mindset and face similar challenges.
"NAWBO-OC welcomed me with open arms. I have met great service providers, great clients and more importantly, great friends." Rochelle J. Schneider, RJS Legal and Business Consulting
"NAWBO-OC immediately embraces new members and invites input. The Board is a culture of inclusion and accountability, and therefore, spectacular opportunities for members. I encourage every woman business owner in OC to discover this real-time resource of support and inspiration." Cassie Hoag, Equity Architects LLC
Discounts from Corporate Partners and Affiliated Organizations
Discounts on products and services through local, state and national corporate partners
Membership NAWBO-OC members include women business owners, corportate sponsors and other business people looking to connect with women in business. We have many ways to participate as a member of NAWBO-OC (click here for application) including being an affiliate member for local organizations that share common goals and values with NAWBO-OC. To see how you can benefit from
membership, see Benefits Page, or contact Loreen Gilbert, Vice President Membership Services at 949.748.1177. If you are interested in supporting NAWBO-OC as a corporate partner, see Corporate Partner Benefits Page, or contact Aileen Grant at 949.836.5857.
More than ever, women are actively making a difference in the world. NAWBO is driven by the resounding success of women business owners who constitute the fastest growing segment of American business. There are 80 NAWBO chapters across the United States with more than 8,000 members. Our national headquarters, located near Washington, D.C., is the voice of America's 9 million women entrepreneurs. We encourage you to
become part of our dynamic community!
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contact with persons or businesses associated with these events.