Be a Part of the NAWBO Experience
"I am in business for myself… but I am not in business alone."
- Barb Girson, My Sales Tactics
"With NAWBO Columbus, I know if I don’t have an answer to a business problem, I’ll find someone, or someone who knows someone, who will."
- Andrea Nameche, Columbus Financial Group
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What can NAWBO Columbus do for you?
NAWBO Columbus is the premier women’s business networking organization, representing a wide range of industries and business types — from multi-million-dollar companies to small and emerging businesses. Our mission? To help YOU clear your path to business success.
We bring together hundreds of women business owners in Central Ohio to collaborate, connect, and grow through strategic alliances and exclusive business resources.
Be Inspired by Dynamic Women Business Owners
- Annual Visionary Awards Honoring women who have achieved notable business success and made substantial contributions to their communities.
- Good To Great Discussion Tables At this annual luncheon, women business owners who have demonstrated success in growing their businesses from good to great will share their winning strategies and lead a roundtable discussion.
- Monthly Speaker Luncheons Build relationships and learn from powerful speakers who address timely topics with unique insight.
- Advisory Roundtables Peer advisory groups meet regularly to serve as a sounding board and idea incubator for your business.
- Central Ohio ATHENAPowerLink® Based on an evaluation and application, one recipient each year receives a hand-selected professional advisory board for twelve months.
- Public Policy Updates and Legislative Alerts Stay informed and active on critical federal, state, and local policies that impact business owners.
- Corporate Partners Access special discounts and unique programs from our sponsors, including UPS, KeyBank, and Business First.
Challenge Your Thinking and Fuel Your Growth
- Exclusive Members-Only Networking Events Connect with thought leaders who are focused, smart, dynamic, daring and driven.
- Local Connections Find potential partners and clients through the NAWBO Columbus member directory, corporate partners, and speakers.
- NAWBO National Organization Connect with 8000+ members nationally through online bulletin boards, national member directories, and the Annual National Conference.
How much does membership cost?
Membership is $300 per year (includes the Columbus Chapter and the National organization).
What do I get for my money?
Meaningful connections! Your membership includes discounted rates for Monthly Speaker Luncheons, access to members-only events, Roundtable participation, listing in the NAWBO local and National online directory, and special corporate sponsor discounts. Most importantly, you instantly become part of a strong community of women business owners who are each dedicated to doing whatever it takes to help each other grow their businesses.
How can I get the most out of my membership?
Participate! Attend networking events, join a Roundtable, or be a part of one of our special-interest committees (Public Policy, Communications, Corporate Partners, Programming, Outreach and Membership). These give you the best opportunities to become familiar with other members and to let them get to know you, too.
Where and when do I make the connections?
Regular meetings are held the first Thursday of each month except July at Brookside Golf & Country Club, 2770 W. Dublin-Granville Road, Columbus, OH 43235
How do I join?
You can join online, in person at any of the NAWBO Columbus meetings or events, or by mailing your application to us.
Who do I contact for more information?
You are encouraged to speak with any NAWBO Columbus member who will be thrilled to tell you more about what you can expect from membership. For an application or specific questions, please email membership@nawbocolumbusohio.com.