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SUMMARY:NAWBO Journeys (virtual)
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an exciting event featuring business story-telling and relationship building!\n \nTuesday\, October 7th | 5:00 pm\nThis is a free virtual event. Members and non-members welcome! \nZoom Link \nSpeakers\n \nRobin Fisher\nRobin Fisher is the designer and creative force behind Bright Bird Creative\, a full service design firm that specializes in brand relevant marketing collateral and logo design\, website design & development\, online marketing services\, and digital tools training. Detailed project planning plus 25 years of creative and technical expertise enables Bright Bird Creative to deliver tailored and focused marketing materials that build your brand and attract your target market. \n(831) 338.2834 / Contact via email  / www.brightbirdcreative.com \n \nLeena Mendoza\nLeena Mendoza is the visionary force behind Intentional Leadership\, where her strategic acumen in executive coaching and business consultancy sets her apart. She excels in formulating functional strategies that are not only aligned with her clients’ business goals but are also designed to significantly enhance profitability. Her consulting services are in high demand\, particularly for her ability to act as a robust support resource to management teams. \n(559) 930-2440 / Contact via email / leenamendoza.com
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SUMMARY:Connect\, Grow\, Lead: A Business Retreat for Women
DESCRIPTION:Harvest Your Brilliance\nBusiness & Wellness Summit for Women\n\n \nHarvest Your Brilliance is a full-day\, Northern California business and wellness retreat for women entrepreneurs and leaders\, set in the scenic beauty of wine country during harvest season. \nA Retreat with Purpose.  \nHosted by Nourished Life Coaching & Consulting and Intentional Leadership and in partnership with the Sheri Mac Enterprises\, and the National Association of Women Business Owners (NAWBO) Silicon Valley Chapter. NAWBO is dedicated to strengthening the wealth-creating capacity of women\, influencing public policy\, building strategic alliances\, and driving meaningful change in business culture. \nBy participating\, you’re not only investing in your personal growth\, you’re also supporting a vibrant community committed to advancing women in business and leadership. \nA portion of ticket sales\, wine sales\, and event proceeds will directly benefit the NAWBO Silicon Valley Education Group\, helping to fuel programs that uplift and inspire women business owners. \nThis unique experience blends the inspiration of accomplished women leaders with restorative wellness practices all in an elegant vineyard setting. Step away from the daily grind\, connect with like-minded women\, and leave with tools\, strategies\, and renewed energy to finish the year strong. \nParticipants will enjoy: \n\nInspiring keynote talks & panels featuring successful women business owners sharing lessons learned\, actionable strategies\, and personal insights.\nWellness experiences including guided breathwork\, meditation\, and seated stretching to support clarity and presence.\nCatered lunch & wine tasting that nourish the body and soul.\nCurated networking & silent auction connecting attendees with businesses and practitioners who support women’s wellbeing.\n\nAGENDA: \n10:00 AM Guest Arrival & Welcome Reception\n10:30 AM Opening Remarks\n10:45 AM Lessons in Leadership & Self-Care / Speaker: Allison Tibbs\n11:15 AM Morning Wellness Session: Breathwork for Focus\n11:30 AM Keynote Speaker: Sustainable Success Strategies for Q4 / Speaker: Leena Mendoza\n12:15 PM Catered Lunch & Connection Time\n1:15 PM Wine Tasting & Private Vineyard Tour Experience\n2:00 PM Afternoon Wellness Session: Seated Stretching & Mindful Reset\n2:15 PM Fireside Chat: The Personal Side of Entrepreneurship / Speaker: Cheryl Contee\n3:00 PM Panel: Building Businesses Without Burnout / Speakers: Carol Tate\, Mariah Cooks\, Toni Julian\n4:00 PM Networking Mixer & Silent Auction\n4:45 PM Closing Remarks & Raffle Winners / By: Allison Tibbs & Leena Mendoza \nTICKETS: \nGeneral Admission: $197\nPartner Package: $279\nPlatinum Reserve: $347 \nNAWBO members save $50 on all ticket purchases using promo code NAWBO at checkout. \nRegister \nDownload the Digital Program
URL:https://www.nawbo-sv.org/event/harvest-your-brilliance/
LOCATION:Guglielmo Winery\, 1480 E Main Avenue\, Morgan Hill\, CA\, 95037-3299
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SUMMARY:2025 Action for Impact Summit
DESCRIPTION:Women’s Capital Summit NYC\nHosted by Women Business Collaborative\n \nSeptember 15 – 19\, 2025\nFeaturing NAWBO’s CEO Jen Earle as a panelist \nWe’re a proud partner of Women Business Collaborative (WBC) and hope you’ll join us for their 6th annual Action for Impact Summit live on the Action for Impact Summit page on LinkedIn. This premier event brings together over 3\,000 business leaders\, innovators and changemakers to explore bold solutions to advance equity and opportunity for women in business today. \n LOCATION: LinkedIn \nThis is a free virtual event. \nRegister Now
URL:https://www.nawbo-sv.org/event/2025-action-for-impact-summit/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250917T150000
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SUMMARY:AI: Workforce Transformation for Small Businesses
DESCRIPTION:AI: Workforce Transformation for Small Businesses\nReady to future-proof your workforce?\n \nWednesday\, September 17th\, 2025\n3:00 – 5:00 pm\nFee: No Fee \nLocation: Dr. Martin Luther King Library\n150 E San Fernando Street\, San Jose\, CA 95112 \n**Free parking validation at 4th street garage (44 S. Fourth St.)** \nJoin Foclarity AI for a high-impact training workshop designed specifically for small and medium businesses looking to harness the power of AI. This event will explore how artificial intelligence is transforming today’s workforce and what practical steps you can take to adapt\, compete\, and thrive. \nAgenda: \n\nMeet the Foclarity team and discover what’s ahead.\nLearn about the latest AI technologies\, current trends\, and the challenges that SMBs face.\nGain insights into cultivating a forward-thinking\, AI-ready workforce through training and upskilling.\nBring your questions and get expert input on your unique business needs\nLeave with a clear plan\, valuable resources\, and an invitation to continue the conversation.\nConnect with fellow business leaders and exchange ideas.\n\nWho Should Attend: \nSmall and medium business owners\, team leaders\, HR professionals\, and anyone interested in preparing their workforce for the AI-driven future. \nReserve your spot now. We look forward to helping you lead your business into the future-Powered by AI; fueled by people. \n  \nREGISTER
URL:https://www.nawbo-sv.org/event/ai-workforce-transformation-for-small-businesses/
LOCATION:Martin Luther King Jr. Library – 3rd Floor\, 150 E San Fernando St.\, San Jose\, CA\, 95112
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SUMMARY:Decision-Making in a Socially Aware Workplace
DESCRIPTION:Decision-Making in a Socially Aware Workplace\n  \n \nExplore the social and ethical norms that govern behavior in professional settings to gain a deeper understanding of their impact. This interactive session will empower you to enhance your decision-making skills to contribute to a more ethical and socially responsible workplace environment. \n2nd Wednesdays\, 10:00 – 11:00 am \nSeptember 10: Decision-Making in a Socially Aware Workplace \nREGISTER for September
URL:https://www.nawbo-sv.org/event/decision-making-in-a-socially-aware-workplace/
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SUMMARY:Plan It Like a Pro: Everyday Project Management Skills
DESCRIPTION:The Power of You\nA NAWBO Educational Workshop Series \n \nPlan It Like a Pro: Everyday Project Management Skills\nThursday\, September 4th\, 2025 | 10:00 pm\nThis is a free virtual event. \nFeaturing Victorious Eche of Project Management Institute Fort Worth in Frisco\, TX \nProject management isn’t just a job. It’s a mindset that can help you navigate your day with greater clarity and control. In this interactive session\, you’ll discover how applying core project management principles to your daily routine can boost productivity\, reduce stress and bring structure to your business and personal life. Whether you’re managing a team or simply looking to work smarter\, you’ll walk away with practical strategies to lead with purpose and flexibility. \n  \nRegister
URL:https://www.nawbo-sv.org/event/everyday-project-management-skills/
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SUMMARY:2025 - 26 Board Installation
DESCRIPTION:2025 – 26 Board Installation\nCelebrate Leadership & New Beginnings with Keynote Speaker Pam Foley\, San José Vice Mayor\n\nThursday\, August 28th\, 2025 | 5:30 – 7:30 pm\nLocation: San José City Hall\, 200 E. Santa Clara St.\, San José\, CA / Meeting Rooms 118 – 119 (next to the Rotunda) \nPrice: $25 Member / $30 Non-Member / $0 Corporate Partner / $15 Student \nCome be part of an inspiring evening as we celebrate the dedication and achievements of our outgoing Board and welcome the visionary leaders stepping into their new roles. This special event brings together NAWBO members\, community supporters\, and corporate partners to honor the spirit of women entrepreneurs driving innovation\, equity\, and impact in Silicon Valley. \nWe’re honored to feature a keynote address by City of San José Vice Mayor Pam Foley\, who will administer the oath of office and highlight the City’s valuable resources for small businesses. She will also speak to the role NAWBO Silicon Valley can play in shaping a more inclusive and business-friendly future. \nWe will take a moment to recognize and thank our incredible corporate partners Bird Bright Creative\, Miles Consulting Group\, Breeze\, and Bank of America whose support strengthens our mission and fuels the success of women-owned businesses in our community. \nCelebrate. Connect. Be Inspired.\nLet’s come together to honor leadership\, embrace new beginnings\, and elevate our collective impact. \nTogether\, we rise. Together\, we lead. Together\, we grow.\nProgram: \n5:30 PM – Arrival of Guests\, Networking\, Light Bites \n6:00 PM – Welcome Remarks \n6:20 PM – Key Note & Board Oath by San José Vice Mayor Pam Foley \n7:30 PM – Event Concludes \n8:00 PM – Venue Closes Promptly \n  \n\n \nVice Mayor Pam Foley has represented San José City Council District 9 since 2019 and was appointed to the expanded role of Vice Mayor in 2025 by Mayor Matt Mahan. Before serving on the Council\, she spent 14 years as a Trustee on the San José Unified School District Board. \n\n  \n\nThank you\, Bank of America\, for your invaluable support and partnership in empowering women entrepreneurs at NAWBO Silicon Valley. \n  \nRegister Now
URL:https://www.nawbo-sv.org/event/2025-26-board-installation/
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SUMMARY:2025 NAWBO CA Town Hall
DESCRIPTION:2025 Town Hall\n \nWednesday\, August 27th\, 2025 | 5:00 pm\n\nJoin us for a statewide Virtual Town Hall\, bringing together all NAWBO California chapters and members. \nThis is your opportunity to meet our new President\, connect with state board members\, and engage with fellow NAWBO leaders and members across California. Together\, we’ll share ideas\, collaborate on the future vision of NAWBO\, and create space for open\, positive conversation. \nRegister Today
URL:https://www.nawbo-sv.org/event/2025-nawbo-ca-town-hall/
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SUMMARY:From Curious to Confident – The AI Jumpstart For Your Business
DESCRIPTION:From Curious to Confident\nThe AI Jumpstart For Your Business\n \n  \nAI can help you save hours every week and thousands of dollars each month—but most small business owners still aren’t using it. Join this Dell Business Partnerships Webinar where we’ll dive into real use cases\, real savings and how the right tools—like Dell’s AI-powered PCs—can help you work smarter\, starting now. \nTuesday\, August 26 @ 10:00 am PST\n  \nREGISTER
URL:https://www.nawbo-sv.org/event/ai-jumpstart-for-your-business/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250821T120000
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SUMMARY:Turn Your Website into a Client-Attracting Powerhouse
DESCRIPTION:The Power of You\nA NAWBO Educational Workshop Series \n \nTurn Your Website into a Client-Attracting Powerhouse\nThursday\, August 21st\, 2025 | 12:00 pm\nThis is a free virtual event. \nFeaturing Leslee Owen\, CEO of Movement Maker \nYour website should be more than just a digital business card—it should be your hardest-working employee. If it’s not generating leads\, building trust and driving revenue\, it’s time for a serious upgrade. Join Leslee for this electric virtual workshop that will show you how to transform your site into a lead-generating\, brand-boosting machine using her proven Movement Maker Method. \nRegister
URL:https://www.nawbo-sv.org/event/turn-your-website-into-a-client-attracting-powerhouse/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250820T150000
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SUMMARY:Dollop Gourmet: The Recipe for a Successful Business
DESCRIPTION:Dollop Gourmet\nThe Recipe for a Successful Business\n \nWednesday\, August 20th\, 2025\n2:00 – 5:00 pm\nFee: No Fee\nVirtual Event \nJoin the Silicon Valley SBDC hosted by San Jose State University in an enlightening virtual interactive workshop to learn how to scale your business and succeed. In this session\, Heather Saffer\, Dollop Gourmet Founder\, will share her journey from idea inception to successful exit. The attendees will learn about the ingredients needed to advance your business strategically. \nTopics Covered: \n\nIdea Evaluation: Assessing the viability of your business concept.\nMVP Development: Creating a Minimum Viable Product to test the market.\nFinancial Modeling: Building robust financial models to guide growth\nMarketing Strategies: Effective techniques to reach and engage your target audience\nBranding: Building a strong brand identity\nLicenses\, Permits\, Insurance\nPrepare for Retail/ Commercialize ready\nBeyond the farmer’s market\nScaling strategies for sustainable business expansion.\n\n  \nREGISTER
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SUMMARY:Business Growth Series
DESCRIPTION:Business Growth Series\n \nUnlock the future of business growth! NAWBO is launching the all-new Business Growth Series\, a virtual learning experience designed to empower you with the knowledge and tools to stay ahead. Each week\, a new technology expert will break down key trends in cybersecurity and AI that every woman business owner needs to know. Then\, we’ll come together for a final town hall-style session. It’s smart\, timely and not to be missed! \nWednesday\, August 20\, 27 @ 12:00 pm PST\nUpcoming Sessions\nAugust 20: Lisa Brunet of DLZP Group
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