Numbers Don't Lie (So Be Sure to Know Yours)
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If numbers don’t lie and they tell a compelling story (and they
do
), there’s no time like the present to know your business numbers as we push through the heart of tax season and head into the 2
nd
quarter of the year. In fact, it’s critical to keeping your dream alive and well – and growing – for years.
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Why You Should Know Your Numbers
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Understanding your financial statements is critical for business owners as it allows you to analyze past performance and plan for the future. Warren Buffet said it best: "Accounting is the language of business."
Jennifer Cataldo
Audit Principal
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37th Annual Achievement Luncheon
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Joanne C. Smith, MD, redefined what’s possible — for patients, for her organization and for the field of medicine. As President and CEO of Shirley Ryan AbilityLab, she is revolutionizing the way that care and science co-exist in the name of cures. Learn how she challenged conventional wisdom, led a team toward a novel vision and evolved an idea into a radical new paradigm poised to change the way and the speed in which patients recover.
The luncheon has expanded into a full day conference. Breakout workshops include Access to Capital, Wellness, Human Resources, and Sales, Marketing and Lead Generation. Please contact
Melissa
if you are interested in presenting or sponsoring one of the sessions.
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45 Years and Counting: Let's Be Better Together!
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NAWBO's annual Spring Membership Drive is now underway. Sign up as a Premier Member today and get $3,575 of value for $359.40:
- $45 off the one-time new member initiation fee in honor of our 45th anniversary
- Paying annually saves you $120
- Premier (Voting) Members receive additional perks locally
- Mastermind ($2,000 value)
- Connects ($300 value)
- Workshops ($200 value)
- NAWBO Talks ($75 value)
- Discounts ($1,000+ value)
- Tribe, Community, Network (Priceless)
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Board of Directors Nominations
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NAWBO Chicago is currently looking for talented and passionate members to join the Board of Directors. Applicants should be current NAWBO Chicago members who are interested in elevating their involvement in the organization and have a desire to help chart its future course.
The Chicago Area Chapter is one of the very first chapters chartered by our National organization, and we have long been regarded by NAWBO chapters across the country as a leadership role model. It is because of the talents and passions of members like you, who over the years have stepped forward to lead, that this tradition of preeminence has continued. If you would like to be part of the 2020-2022 leadership team, the Nominating Committee welcomes your interest!
Below are links to two documents, including the official nomination form which reviews NAWBO's purpose, objectives and responsibilities, as well as a listing of the continuing and open Board positions. The deadline for submissions is March 31, 2020.
Thank you in advance for considering this opportunity. We hope you will help us continue to create a strong team!
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Tuesday, March 10
12:00 - 1:30 pm
Tuesday, March 10
12:00 - 2:30 pm
Wednesday, March 11
4:30 - 7:00 pm
Thursday, March 12
7:00 - 9:00 pm
Tuesday, March 17
8:30 - 10:00 am
Tuesday, March 17
4:00 - 6:00 pm
Tuesday, March 24
8:30 am
Tuesday, March 24
8:45 - 10:15 am
Thursday, February 27
8:30 - 10:00 am
National Events
Tuesday, March 10
4:00 - 4:30 pm
Tuesday, March 12
5:00 - 6:00 pm
Partner Events
Tuesday, March 10
9:00 - 11:00 am
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Partner Opportunities
First Midwest Bank and 101.9 THE MIX have partnered to celebrate women in business. Is there a woman business owner who inspires you? Nominate her today and her business could win a total prize package of $10,000- $5,000 awarded to support her business and $5,000 to support her community! Please indicate you are a NAWBO member when submitting. Learn more
here
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Members in the News
Congratulations to former NAWBO Chicago president,
Michele Katz
of
Advitam IP, LLC
, for her recent article in
The Global Matrix
. Read her article on page 17. Congratulations, Michele!
Congratulations to
Helen Bloch
of
Law Offices of Helen Bloch, P.C.
, who was recognized as a Super Lawyer by
Super Lawyers Magazine
. Learn
more
about this honor. Congratulations, Helen!
SBAC Petition
NAWBO Chicago and the Small Business Advocacy Council (SBAC) have partnered to help small businesses thrive by working to pass federal legislation that will reduce student debt and empower the small business community.
The $1.5 trillion dollar student debt crisis is crushing millions of Americans and stifling our economy at the same time that small businesses are struggling to hire and retain talented employees.
Please sign this petition today urging senators to pass the
Employer Participation and Repayment Act
. This important legislation will allow small businesses to pay $5,250.00 toward their employees’ student debt tax-free. The cherry on top? Business owners are allowed to take a deduction for these payments, making it much easier for small businesses to provide this benefit. Learn more
here
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Need Financing For Your Growth?
Our partner, SomerCor is proud to operate as an SBA certified, non-profit small business lender. Through the SBA, they specialize in helping small business owners looking to buy, expand or refinance a commercial building or equipment. The SBA 504 loan supports businesses in growth mode and includes strategic capital considerations. A Certified Development Company (CDC), like Somercor, and a traditional lender, partner to help a small business owner obtain the loan. Learn more about the 504 loan
here
.
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NAWBO Chicago Newsletter Submissions
NAWBO Chicago newsletters are published monthly. Submit April information to the newsletter editor at
info@NAWBOChicago.org
by March 27, 2020
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