SSWBN – From the Executive Director, December 2011
December 5, 2011 by khoward
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Dear Members and Colleagues:
WOW! What a great year 2011 has been, celebrating SSWBN’s 20th year. Below is an excerpt from the speech I made at our 20th year Gala and I think it’s fitting to include here for all to read:
Our 20th year-long celebration was about honoring six women who some years ago recognized the need for change and something new, and about celebrating all of the SSWBN members.
My role is to make sure that we continue to follow the mission set forth 20 years ago while making changes to suit the times. …
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SSWBN – From the Executive Director, November 2011
November 8, 2011 by khoward
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Dear Members and Colleagues,
We try to offer our members opportunities to showcase their businesses. Have you signed up to do a Three-Minute presentation at an event? This is a member benefit. Let me help you if you need assistance. Contact Paula Lind (Three-Minute Presenter Coordinator) at plind@odinsurance.com
to schedule your talk.
We also have a fabulous Holiday Breakfast showcase planned. Please plan to come and shop or purchase a display table for only $40 (includes breakfast). For more details click on the link (above). The Holidays are coming….
Looking to build your brand? Call me. SSWBN has many low-cost …
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SSWBN – From The Executive Director, October 2011
October 7, 2011 by khoward
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Dear Members and Colleagues,
It gives me great pleasure to announce that Eastern Nazarene College President Dr. Corlis McGee has been selected at the first recipient of the network’s new “South Shore Women’s Business Achievement Award!”
The award will be presented at our upcoming 20th Anniversary Celebration, to be held at Raffael’s at the South Shore Country Club and featuring WCVB anchor Susan Wornick as guest speaker. We hope you will join us for this special evening.
October is SSWBN’s Membership Drive. Join or renew and save $50. See details here.
Small Business tip for the month –…
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From The Executive Director, September 2011
September 8, 2011 by khoward
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Dear Members and Colleagues,
I hope you will join us for South Shore Hospital Growing Families Stroll for the goal FUN DAY. This is a fundraiser for the NICU (Neonatal Intensive Care Unit). If you have ever been there – you will want to raise money for the little babies who are nurtured so delicately by the oh-so-special staff. “Team SSWBN”* will be there with purple
shirts. Bring your family for a fun day at the Hanover YMCA. For more information click HERE.
*”Team SSWBN” was formed as a way to celebrate SSWBN’s 20th year, to giveback to the …
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A Message from Katie, Director of Operations, August 2011
August 4, 2011 by khoward
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Dear Members and Colleagues,
We are currently requesting nomination submissions for the 2011 ”SSWBN Women’s Business Achievement Award.” (Click here for nomination form.) This award has been created as part of the Network’s year-long 20th anniversary celebration and will be presented at SSWBN’s 20th Anniversary Gala on November 3rd . The award is designed to honor a local businesswoman who exemplifies the South Shore Women’s Business Network’s commitment to helping other women to grow and develop professionally.
I hope to see you on the water for SSWBN’s networking cruise out of Hingham. Join us for some fresh salt air …
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SSWBN – A Message From Katie, Director of Operations – July, 2011
June 29, 2011 by khoward
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Dear Members and Colleagues,
I love summer! In celebration of this wonderful season we have organized a networking cruise out of Hingham. Join us for some fresh salt air and fun! Thank you to Bonnie Spence of Raffael’s and Mass Bay Lines for helping us to provide this fun event.
Reminder: We’ve launched a summer referral program! For you SSWBN Members, refer a friend to join SSWBN this summer, and YOU can come to a breakfast or lunch FOR FREE*
*New member referrals only. New member must give your name on new member application to be eligible. You …
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SSWBN – From the Director of Operations, June 2011
June 6, 2011 by khoward
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Dear Members and Colleagues,
We’ve launched a summer referral program! For you SSWBN Members, refer a friend to join SSWBN this summer, and YOU can come to a breakfast or lunch FOR FREE*
*New member referrals only. New member must give your name on new member application to be eligible. You will receive a coupon to use for the event. Promotion expires 8/31/2011
Small Business tip for the month: Interested in having your own “advisory board”? Consider joining a SSWBN Round Table. This is an effective way to gain momentum and progress. SSWBN will be re-launching its Round Table program …
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SSWBN – From the Director of Operations – May 2011
May 3, 2011 by khoward
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Dear Members and Colleagues,
I’m so lucky to hold a position in which to be constantly inspired by the women of SSWBN.
I recently took part in an interview by the Boston Globe about women in business, how we support each other, and the importance to avoiding isolation by reaching out and networking. One of SSWBN’s founders and an inspiration to me, Vicki Donlan, took part in the interview as well. Have you seen her blog? Please read and remember this quote from Vicki “When one woman wins, we all win.”
I’m really excited about SSWBN’s Professional Development Day. On …
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From The Director of Operations, April 2011
April 5, 2011 by khoward
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Dear Members and Colleagues,
I’m really excited about SSWBN’s Professional Development Day.
On May 5th Linden Ponds in Hingham will host our day of learning. The powerful speaker lineup will present workshops on blogging, stress management, social media, client care, SEO, leadership, and LAUGHTER! This event was created by you and for you. Register NOW.
Small Business tip for the month:
Have you become a “fan” of the SBA on Facebook? They offer daily small business tips and information to help you grow your business. “Fan” the SBA New England Region today at: http://www.facebook.com/SBANewEngland .
Looking to build your …
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From the Director of Operations, March 2011
February 28, 2011 by khoward
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Dear Members and Colleagues,
Happy Spring! (Almost … it’s coming … I heard birds chirping the other day!)
Cha-cha-cha-changes … I am excited to announce that we will be gathering for our networking lunch at a new location in March — the HINGHAM BEERWORKS on 3A in Hingham. Going forward, we will alternate the venue between Hingham Beerworks and the Granite Grill in Braintree each month. We look forward to seeing you there.
Check out our other events here.
I hope that you got the chance to check out our Member to Member Discount Program! If you …
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