(My very first NAWBO event!) 

In 2012 I learned about NAWBO through a friend at my gym. She invited me to an event in Pasadena,CA and my life as a business owner changed FOREVER.

One of the first game changers was meeting Deb Snyder, who at the time was the membership chair for the LA chapter. (Now is the VP of membership for NAWBO National).  Deb, gave me some great advice, she said “After you join, GET INVOLVED.” With her guidance and introductions I quickly joined the membership committee.

I didn’t know much at all about NAWBO and felt like I didn't have much to add to the conversation.  Looking back, although I didn’t say anything - it was valuable to have another person in the room. Someone who was learning and later would be willing to move the NAWBO mission forward. 

Shortly after I joined I received an email advertising the Women’s Business Conference hosted by NAWBO in Miami.  Many of you have heard my NAWBO...