Dear NAWBO Silicon Valley Sisters, As we step into March, we celebrate Women’s History Month, a time to reflect on the incredible contributions of women in business, leadership, and beyond. It is also a time to recognize our own journeys as women entrepreneurs—our resilience, determination, and the impact we make in our communities and industries every day. At NAWBO Silicon Valley, we continue to foster a powerful network of [...]
On March 9, 2025, I had the incredible opportunity of representing the National Association of Women Business Owners (NAWBO) Silicon Valley at the International Women’s Day Networking Event hosted by Rotary District 5170. It was an evening filled with powerful conversations, meaningful connections, and a shared commitment to uplifting women in business and leadership. From engaging with like-minded professionals to hearing from an inspiring panel of women leaders, the [...]
Join Tonia Chagnon from NAWBO HQ and Lois Rouder, Senior Partner Manager at Amazon Business, for an insider look at the tools and strategies her team has developed to help Amazon Business sellers grow—with a focus on small and diverse sellers, sustainable products and the Buy Local initiative. In just 15 minutes, you’ll learn about Amazon Business (where B2B lives on Amazon.com), the shopping experience and how to leverage [...]
Celebrating Harbir Bhatia The Silicon Valley Business Journal has recognized Silicon Valley Central Chamber CEO (and NAWBO SV member), Harbir K. Bhatia, as one of Silicon Valley's Power100 individuals shaping the region alongside other exceptional leaders! Described as a “nontraditional leader committed to creating social impact and tackling pressing societal issues head-on, often by leveraging public-private partnerships.” Harbir Bhatia is a civic entrepreneur at heart. Her leadership, dedication, and [...]
Mastering Your Media Presence: A Five Key Guide for Women Business Leaders In today’s digital-first business world, your media presence isn’t just an add-on—it’s a vital leadership tool. After conducting over 12,000 interviews with leaders and celebrities and coaching countless C-suite executives, Janice discovered that success leaves clues. The most impactful leaders realize they are the star of their own life’s reality show—and they know how to use that mindset [...]
March, 2025 NAWBO Silicon Valley Communicates Collaboration, Support, Mentoring and More to Win Members Chapter President Wendy Roberts and Membership Director Robin Fisher share the strategy and best practices that put them on top during the last Membership Campaign: What’s so special about NAWBO and your chapter that you communicate as part of your Membership Campaign efforts? Silicon Valley: Collaborating women business owners, a supportive environment, mentoring opportunities, promoting [...]
Photo by Kelly Sikkema on Unsplash Dear NAWBO Silicon Valley Members,As we step into February, a month often associated with connection, celebration, and warmth, let us reflect on the power of unity and shared purpose within our wonderful NAWBO chapter and organization.This year, we are committed to creating opportunities that empower each of you to reach new heights in your business journey. February is also a time to honor [...]
Happy New YearTo Our NAWBO Sisters,Happy New Year! As we step into 2025, I am inspired by the energy and potential that a fresh start brings. This is the time to look ahead with clarity and determination, embracing the possibilities that lie before us.Leadership, at its core, is about envisioning the future and boldly pursuing it. Each of you, as a woman of ambition and talent, possesses the power to [...]
Celebrating Women Business OwnersAs we gather to celebrate the joys of the holiday season, I want to take a moment to reflect onthe incredible resilience, creativity, and impact of women business owners across our NAWBO organization. This time of year reminds us of the values that unite us: community, perseverance, and the drive to create a brighter future for all.The year 2024 has been one of remarkable achievements as well [...]
Global Women Entrepreneurship — what an incredible experience!Recently, NAWBO SV had the honor of partnering with Global Ties San Francisco whose parent organization is the World Trade Center Northern California to host 24 international delegates from various countries.Together, we engaged in candid conversations about women's entrepreneurship, how to build support systems for women business owners, and how to tackle workforce challenges across cultures. Being in a room full of global [...]