December 9, 2021
We Want to Hear From You!
NAWBO Atlanta is conducting a brief survey. We really want to understand our community and create meaningful programming and content for the female business owners in our area. We would also like to know who is interested in joining the NAWBO Atlanta leadership team!

It is important for us to know if you are feeling comfortable enough to attend in-person events at this time. And if you are interested in events, what programming are you in need of that will help you and your business post-pandemic.
 
Please take this brief survey by December 23 so that we may continue our planning to support you in 2022!
Member Orientation: For All Members!
Get to know the benefits of belonging, including events, programming and opportunities to increase your company’s visibility. This webinar provides best practices for how to get the most out of your NAWBO membership!

The next Member Orientation is January 13, 2022 at 12:00 p.m. EST.
Upcoming Virtual Connect and Learn
Join us on January 11 at 12:00 p.m. ET. for "Building a New Business Culture" with Rene Masey, Managing Principal of Dots Grow. In this presentation you will learn how to build company culture with:
● Organizational alignment to meet and welcome clients
● Gap Analysis to find out what your company may need to bring in new clients
● Training & communication to achieve ROI
● Sustaining a new business system with tools
Cultivate Advisors 2022 Business Planning Webinar
Elisa Au, a three-time world karate champion, relied on business planning when she opened up a martial arts studio 15 years ago. Today, it’s propelled her to five locations and 1,000 students.

As a business advisor with Cultivate Advisors, Elisa recently shared business planning insights with a group of NAWBO leaders and members who attended November’s business planning webinar. You can access this webinar on demand below.
Government Increases Assistance for Small Businesses
Last week, the Biden-Harris Administration announced new commitments to small disadvantaged businesses. The government will increase federal contract spending towards small disadvantaged businesses by 50 percent by 2025, translating to $100 billion over the next five years.

Click HERE to view a fact sheet.
National Small Business Week Awards Nominations Open
The National Small Business Week Awards recognize the achievements of SBA-assisted small businesses and the contributions they have made to their communities and our nation’s economy. All nominations should be submitted electronically by 3 p.m. ET on January 11, 2022. The awards will be presented during the NSBW Awards ceremony in the first week of May 2022.
Registration Open for NAWBO Leadership Academy
If you know a woman business owner who hasn’t yet signed up to receive these amazing benefits, invite them to join our NAWBO community.