About Us
ABOUT THE NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF WOMEN BUSINESS OWNERS
The National Association of Women Business Owners® (NAWBO®) is the voice of America's 10.4 million women-owned businesses. Since 1975, NAWBO has helped women evolve their businesses by sharing resources and providing a single voice to shape economic and public policy. The National Association of Women Business Owners is the only dues-based national organization representing the interests of all women entrepreneurs across all industries.
Mission
Today the organization has 9,000 members and 80 chapters across the United States. By combining the knowledge, networks, and expertise of its diverse membership, board of directors, and staff, NAWBO works to:
• Strengthen the wealth creating capacity of its members and promote economic development
• Create innovative and effective changes in the business culture
• Build strategic alliances, coalitions, and affiliations
• Transform public policy and influence opinion makers
Vision
The National Association of Women Business Owners propels women entrepreneurs into economic, social, and political spheres of power worldwide.
Membership
NAWBO's strength comes from the diversity of its membership. Businesses range in size from sole proprietorship to hundreds of employees. Members hail from every business industry—from construction and importers, to retailers and service providers—and represent all areas of the country. Membership is open to sole proprietors, partners, and corporate owners with day-to-day management responsibility. Local chapters allow members to network with their peers on the local level, while staying connected to the larger community of women business owners through the national organization. Visit NAWBO at www.nawbo.org. Contact us at 800-55-NAWBO or national@nawbo.org.
Membership Application - Central Illinois Chapter
Bylaws - Download CIL_Bylaws
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