March 16, 2010 (Tuesday)
Join AWIB for the Fifth Annual Small Business Summit 2010 produced by Prime Strategies and SmallBizTechnology.com. This year's event is focused on Strategies for the New Economy and will cover, IT Strategies: From the Backroom to the Boardroom, Strategies to Create Successful Email Campaigns, Lessons in Leveraging Technology, Hottest Technologies for your Business, Building Community: Successful Women Share Their Stories and more! During this one-day opportunity, you'll hear experts talk about how to GROW your business in the The New Economy, LEARN how to apply big business strategies without the big budget, NETWORK with others interested in your business, BE INSPIRED by business leaders who understand your small business challenges and HAVE FUN!
Current AWIB members will receive a discount on tickets. Register
March 18-20, 2010
Asia Society- 20th Asian Corporate Conference AWIB is an Outreach Partner for Asia Society’s Asian Corporate Conference. Since its inception in 1989, the conference has been held annually in a different city throughout Asia and has established itself as a pre-eminent event on the Asia-Pacific business calendar. Given the great interest and optimism about India’s future as a global leader, this year’s conference will be held in New Delhi, India. The 2 ½-day conference draws an audience of top government leaders, key decision-makers, and industry experts from the international business community, as well as a diverse representation of international press. For more information, call 212-288-6400 or email info@asiasociety.org. A limited number of complimentary tickets are available to current AWIB members who are attending the conference. If interested, please contact us at 212-868-1368 or info@awib.org. Location: Taj Palace Hotel, New Delhi, India Register with Asia Society and View Flyer
March 23, 2010 (Tuesday)
NYC Comptroller John Liu's Women History Month Celebration AWIB is a co-sponsor for the Comptroller's Women's History Reception.It is a great opportunity to engage with community and business leaders in a special celebration for Women's History Month. It is our pleasure to include AWIB members and supporters in community events such as this. This is just one of the many benefits of joining the AWIB community! Location: Surrogate's Courthouse, 31 Chambers Street, NYC
Register with the Comptroller's Office of Special Events at:
212-669-4466/212-669-3450 or eventsrsvp@comptroller.nyc.gov View flyer
March 24, 2010 (Wednesday)
To Pitch or Not to Pitch: Navigating Your Networks to Success
Effective networking is a must-have skill, whether you're a corporate professional or an entrepreneur, looking for your next job or business opportunity. The key to successful networking requires deliberate steps to connect with others and build your circle of influence. Networking expert, Jane Hyun, leadership strategist, founder of Hyun Associates and author of Breaking the Bamboo Ceiling, will provide women with insights and practical tips for how to network for business and career growth. This interactive workshop will reach into her personal and professional experience and will share strategies for networking and help you understand how to invest your time, who you should pitch as well as Do's and Don'ts. You'll also learn techniques on differentiating short and long term relationship building and cultivating them for mutual benefit! Time: 6:00-8:30pm
Location: Microsoft, 1290 Avenue of the Americas- 6th FL Radio City Conference Room, NYC
Cost: $20 for Members, $45 for Non-Members Register and View Flyer
April 15, 2010 (Thursday) Speak Up and Speak Out: Mastering the Art of Public Speaking and Presentations
Do you dread speaking in public? Do you get nervous and end up not speaking up at a meeting? Whether it’s a small office briefing or a big client presentation, the key to success depends on being confident, clear and concise in your speech. Join AWIB in this highly acclaimed workshop that has helped hundreds of business owners and professionals overcome their fear of public speaking. You'll learn: the key ingredients of effective public speaking, how to identify and maximize your speaking strengths, how to develop a speaking strategy that works for you and the do’s and don’ts of public speaking. Conducted by industry expert and executive trainer Tessie Tiaba, this workshop offers an intensive and interactive three-hour session where you’ll get to practice new skills, receive constructive feedback and develop techniques to make your next speaking event an effortless one. This class is always sold out. Class size is restricted to optimize your learning experience, so RSVP early. Time: 6:00-9:00pm
Location: Microsoft, 1290 Avenue of the Americas- 6th FL Radio City Conference Room, NYC
Cost: $20 for Members, $45 for Non-Members Register and View Flyer
April 28, 2010 (Wednesday)
AWIB Spring Member’s Reception at Esprit
Please join AWIB as we host an exciting, exclusive networking reception at Esprit for our members and supporters. This private event is a wonderful opportunity for members and their guests to browse Esprit’s current collection, network with like-minded professionals, and, most importantly, experience the benefits of being an AWIB member. Our networking reception will also provide a platform for members to market their company, product or services at our brand information table – please bring materials with you. Members are encouraged to invite a guest and everyone will receive a percentage off merchandise purchased that evening. This event is generously hosted by Esprit and is AWIB’s opportunity to thank our members for their continued support. Time: 6:00-9:00pm
Location: Esprit, 600 Fifth Avenue, New York, NY 10020 (between 49th and 50th Street) Register
May 13, 2010 (Thursday)
AWIB Annual Procurement Conference
The AWIB Annual Procurement Opportunities Conference for Minority/Women-owned Business Enterprises is scheduled for May 13th. This event is a MUST for business owners- it is a one day conference packed with business growth opportunities, including interactive workshops, one-on-one meetings with corporate buyers, numerous exhibitors from government agencies and corporations, and ample B2B networking opportunities. Time: 8:30am to 3:30pm
Location: The Bank of New York Mellon, 101 Barclay Street- 10th FL, NYC Registerand View Flyer
