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Congratulations to our own Mary Mora, recipient of the Unsung (S)hero Award at the 2026 Women’s Leadership & Policy Summit!
Grab Your Spot in the First NAWBO Strategic Leap
NAWBO Strategic Leap is a new 12-month growth accelerator designed exclusively for women entrepreneurs generating $250,000-$999,999 in annual revenue who are ready to scale their businesses to $1 million and beyond.
Not ready to take the “Leap,” but would like additional information for a future cohort?
Nominate yourself or a friend for the Enterprising Women of the Year Award
The 25th Annual Enterprising Women of the Year Awards Celebration & Conference, April 4-6, 2027 will be hosted at the Wyndham Grand in Clearwater Beach, Florida. Award honorees will be recognized at the Gala Awards Dinner on Tuesday evening, April 6.
All nominations must be received by midnight on November 30, 2026.
Member Benefits & Opportunities
Grow Your Business with LBAN
Join entrepreneurs who are committed to growing their businesses by participating in our programs at the Stanford Graduate School of Business. You will develop a growth mindset, inspiring you to look at your company differently.
“Meet a Member” Spotlight
NAWBO Members, get showcased on NAWBO National social media and build your brand nationwide!
Apply for a Digital Ready $10,000 National Grant
To apply, complete any two eligible Verizon Small Business Digital Ready courses or events to unlock your application (the platform is free to register for and use). You can submit your application anytime in 2026 and remain eligible all year.
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Beyond Burnout: What a Community of Women Entrepreneurs Reminded Me About Finding Ourselves
On June 25, I attended a NAWBO (National Association of Women Business Owners) Empower Hour, a twice-monthly gathering where women entrepreneurs come together to connect, reflect, and learn from one another.I joined NAWBO because community has become an essential part [...]
A Drive Through Conversation
Summer 2026, I was riding through a drive-through when my Midwest values kicked in: say hello (to the drive through staff) — and really mean it. And the drive through staff answered honestly. "I'm in pain, and my benefits aren't [...]
The Entrepreneur’s Hero’s Journey: Stage 4
Stage 4 — Meeting the MentorWhen Support Begins to AppearIn The Entrepreneur’s Hero’s Journey: Meeting the Mentor, the weight of hesitation begins to soften as support, insight, or guidance enters the journey.After confronting fear, doubt, or uncertainty, entrepreneurs often encounter [...]
Congratulations Mary Mora recipient of the Unsung (S)hero Award!
Congratulations to our own Mary Mora, recipient of the Unsung (S)hero Award at the 2026 Women’s Leadership & Policy Summit! Hosted by Santa Clara County Supervisor Betty Duong and the Valley Health Foundation on October 10, the award honors [...]
President’s Message | September 2026
Happy Fall to everyone,It’s that time of year when we look forward to cool evenings, but we are still having some hot days here in Silicon Valley. This week, to prepare the garden for winter, I have been pruning out [...]
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