NAWBO National

H.R. 5050, The Women’s Business Ownership Act, was signed into law during a White House ceremony with then-President Ronald Reagan. NAWBO was pivotal in working with Congress to pass this monumental piece of legislation.

Megan Patton, NAWBO National Advocacy Chair from Cleveland, OH, shares why being an informed voter matters. She emphasizes voting as key to engaging, upholding rights, and NAWBO’s bipartisan approach. Listen to her insights on the #NAWBO podcast! https://bit.ly/47LGO0C

Have You Filed Your BOI Reporting? We have collaborated with Wolters Kluwer BizFilings, the preferred provider of business compliance solutions, to offer a Beneficial Ownership Information (BOI) Reporting solution. NAWBO members receive 5% off when you enter NAWBO5 on the dedicated page that contains helpful resources: https://bit.ly/4doJBOK

Women are starting businesses out of necessity-and many are thriving. Thank you to our partners at Wells Fargo for highlighting the impact of women business owners. Learn more: https://lnkd.in/epn5puUB

Here’s another resource for women business owners: WBENC (Women’s Business Enterprise National Council). They offer certification, networking, and access to corporate and government contracts. Another resource to support your journey. Learn more >> wbenc.org

Let this be the year you commit to certifying your business. Learn more about the process and the benefits. You're not in this alone. Our NAWBO HQ Certification team is ready to assist and provides a nice lineup of resources. Also, follow NAWBO Institute for Entrepreneurial Development ✨ Visit https://bit.ly/3GYptVn or email certification@nawbo.org

[Milestone Moment: 1991] Past NAWBO National presidents are inducted into the National Women’s Hall of Fame in Seneca Falls, New York. The Hall of Fame is a nonprofit organization committed to engaging every generation in celebrating the achievements of women who change the world. Join us to celebrate 50 years, in D.C. June of 2025! https://bit.ly/3NnNcS1

Open Enrollment and Medicare: What You Need to Know for Your Business. Join our partner Public Private Strategies Institute for a business leader briefing with Dr. Meena Seshamani, Deputy Administrator of the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) and Director of the Center for Medicare within the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), on what you need to know about Medicare and open enrollment this year. https://lnkd.in/eZy85zQU

Some #NAWBO & You highlights: • Global Supply Chain For Small Businesses Virtual Training Series with UPS.com • Join us for a three-part financial literacy series  • Save 5% on your BOI reporting filing as a NAWBO member