SUPPORT AND ADVOCACY FOR WOMEN IN BUSINESS
The National Association of Women Business Owners (NAWBO) was founded in 1975 by 13 women business owners in the Washington, DC area who gathered to share information and strengthen their entrepreneurial interests. NAWBO's
network reaches to approximately 80 chapters in the U.S. and through its
international affiliation 60 countries on 5 continents.
NAWBO has had a presence in New Jersey since 1989. Through the years, we have played a significant role in the status, growth and success of women
entrepreneurs. Unlike some organizations, NAWBO's membership is made up of owners rather than companies. Its programming is targeted toward the unique issues of business ownership, understanding that if you prosper then your
business is likely to be successful. NAWBO creates leaders, and strong leaders create strong companies.
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The National Association of Women Business Owners (NAWBO) was founded in 1975 by 13 women business owners in the Washington, DC area who gathered to share information and strengthen their entrepreneurial interests.
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Members of the National Association of Women Business Owners® (NAWBO®) are a part of the largest dues paying organization for women entrepreneurs and the voice of the nation’s over 10 million women-owned businesses.
GET STARTEDMember Benefits
NAWBO Central Jersey offers you many benefits, but the most valuable one is difficult to quantify. What value do you put on always having someone to call for advice? How can you put a price tag on having like-minded people around you?
SEE BENEFITSUpcoming Events
At NAWBO we are always on the go. We invite you to join us at one of our many spectacular events. Here you will make strategic alliances, interact with movers and shakers.
Why Join NAWBO
Membership has its privileges.
Members of the National Association of Women Business Owners® (NAWBO®) are a part of the largest dues paying organization for women entrepreneurs and the voice of the nation’s over 10 million women-owned businesses. A NAWBO® membership offers women-owned businesses a national and local platform to tap into the power of an already established community of women entrepreneurs.
Membership Categories for Central Jersey
- Emerging Business (Non-Voting Member): $225
- Established Business (Voting Member) : $275
- Student -fulltime, 4 year (Non-Voting Member): $150
- Supporting Member (Non-Voting Member): $350
Membership dues are the total of the national dues and the local chapter dues for the member category that you are applying for.
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MASTERMIND GROUP
Feeling Lonely at the Top? Then Mastermind May Be For You.
Do you:
- Feel isolated as a business owner?
- Want to grow your business but aren't sure how?
- Wonder if you're making the right business decisions?
- Wish you had a board of directors whose expertise and advice you cantrust?
Then joining a NAWBO Mastermind Group may be just what you need. The purpose of Mastermind is to promote problem-solving and creativity among a small group of business owners in a safe, supportive, constructive environment.