August 24, 2008, Houston, Texas: Women Business Owners (WBO) announces Office Max, Inc. as their Title Sponsor for their first annual “Free to be Me” National Business Convention October 10-12, 2008 in Houston, Texas. Office Max is the premier office store for everything from office supplies to office furniture and more.

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Felicia Slattery with Communication Transformation has been accepted as one of our convention speakers at the upcoming WBO National Business Convention sponsored by Office Max, Inc. in Houston, Texas on October 10-12, 2008.

 

Slattery will speak about “Credibility, Confidence, Communication, and Cash Flow” on Saturday morning.    Her motivational speech for Friday evening is titled, “Creating connections during the convention”.

 

A popular national and international speaker, Felicia J. Slattery, M.A., M.Ad.Ed. trains home-based business professionals to get more cash flow through effective communication with their clients and target audiences.  She teaches teleseminars, leads workshops, publishes written and audio materials, and offers private coaching to individual clients on improving their communication skills.

 

Having taught communication skills for more than a decade, Felicia knows what it takes to help her clients see results.  She offers a free e-course as well as a number of other free resources available on her website: http://www.communicationtransformation.com. 

 

Women Business Owners is a comprehensive 501c3 non-profit organization dedicated to women in business, entrepreneurship and business education.  Registrations are being accepted for the upcoming WBO Business Convention at http://www.womenbizowners.org.

 

Lauren Mayer with Lauren Mayer Productions has been accepted as one of our convention Master of Ceremonies at the upcoming WBO National Business Convention sponsored by Office Max, Inc. in Houston, Texas on October 10-12, 2008.

 

Lauren Mayer has emceed and provided customized comedy & music for corporate events, private parties, and fundraisers for over 17 years, with clients ranging from Bell Micro Products and Wells Fargo to the California Funeral Directors.  For example, Lauren’s show for BayView Bank helped them work through the issues raised by a complex merger, and she used comedy to give Hewlett-Packard’s digital photography department a better understanding of the women’s market.  Her client at PG&E, Alan Flock, raved, “Fantastic!  The show you put together was exactly what we were looking for.”  And according to best-selling author John Gray, “Her unique and very funny show made my wife’s party extra special.” 

Lauren is a summa cum laude graduate of Yale University; she has produced 5 CDs of her original music (including her latest critically-acclaimed release, “Psycho Super Mom”), and she has written musicals for Contemporary Drama Service, Broadway By The Bay and San Jose Children’s Theater.  She is a 5-time recipient of the San Francisco Cabaret Gold Award and received the Peninsula Community Foundation Arts Fund Grant, as well as numerous other awards for her recordings.  Despite all these accolades and accomplishments, Lauren’s mother still doesn’t understand why she didn’t go to law school.

 

Find out more information about Lauren at her website, www.laurenmayer.com.

 

Women Business Owners is a comprehensive 501c3 non-profit organization dedicated to women in business, entrepreneurship and business education.  Registrations are being accepted for the upcoming WBO Business Convention at http://www.womenbizowners.org.

 

Nancy Williams with Nancy Williams LPC has been accepted as one of our convention speakers at the upcoming WBO National Business Convention sponsored by Office Max, Inc. in Houston, Texas on October 10-12, 2008.

 

Williams will speak about “From Goals to Success: Four Tips to Help You Stay the Course”.  Learn how to set reasonable goals, follow through effectively and achieve success.  Her motivational speech is titled, “Secrets of Confident Women”.

 

Nancy Williams is best known as an “Encourager.”  As a Licensed Professional Counselor and Life Coach, she maintains a private practice in the Houston, Texas area – providing counseling, coaching and consulting services to adults addressing a variety of life management concerns in their personal and professional lives.

 

An experienced conference speaker, teacher and writer, Nancy weaves together warmth, wit and wisdom as she genuinely connects with her listeners and challenges them to live their best life.

 

Nancy enjoys writing an inspirational column with a focus on life management entitled “Keeping Your Balance” that currently appears in multiple community newspapers in the northeast Houston area. She has also been a featured writer on www.cbn.com and www.babeswithabeatitude.com, with a variety of articles focusing on emotional wellness. Keeping Your Balance…Finding Your Way © 2004 includes selections from her early newspaper columns.

 

In addition to a Master’s Degree in Counseling and Human Development along with training through the Institute for Life Coach Training, Nancy’s professional experience includes teaching, small business ownership, consulting, public relations and community development along with Critical Incident Stress Management certification. She also enjoys speaking opportunities in both the church and business communities, presenting information on various life management concerns including stress management, life balance, communication skills, family relationships, grief and loss, adaptation to changes and moving through times of transition.

 

Nancy maintains active participation in various professional and volunteer organizations on the local, state and national levels, including the American Business Women’s Association, American Association of Christian Counselors, Christian Coaches Network and the Federation of Houston Professional Women. She has been married for 33 years and is the mother of two adult sons and a daughter-in-law. Nancy and her husband reside in Kingwood, Texas.

 

Women Business Owners is a comprehensive 501c3 non-profit organization dedicated to women in business, entrepreneurship and business education.  Registrations are being accepted for the upcoming WBO Business Convention at http://www.womenbizowners.org.

August 25, 2008 Houston, Texas: Women Business Owners (WBO) announces that they have added a new Table Sponsor for their National Business Convention happening in October – AlphaWomen Media, Inc.

Gazelle Simmons, Vice President of WBO had this to say about AlphaWomen: “Alpha Women.com is a community based website designed for women who continuously strive to make the best of life created by Freda Mooncotch. That is what makes their desire to be a part of the convention so special. We are both working to enrich the lives of women. An Alpha Woman is defined as a decision-maker who is committed to her goals and dreams. That’s every woman business owner I know and clearly describes our members. I’m honored to have Alpha Women’s support in order to reach even more women looking for support.”

AlphaWomen.com features provocative blogs from self-motivated, compelling women and rejoices in a woman’s never-ending journey of gaining knowledge and confidence. Their site stands out among the rest because their bloggers themselves initiate insightful conversations that build not only personal but also professional relationships.

The location for the WBO convention this year is the Sheraton North Houston Hotel, near the Intercontinental Airport, 15700 John F. Kennedy Boulevard, Houston, TX 77032. Their direct phone is: 281-969-1209.

When asked why WBO is providing this convention for their members and the general public, Anna Campbell, President of WBO responded, “Deciding to be an owner is a daunting task and one that proves difficult and too much for some. At this years’ convention we will be focusing on learning the tools needed to own a successful business.”

The convention offers attendees eighteen (18) seminars to choose from. Attendees will benefit from live interaction with six speakers of their choice on Saturday, and the opportunity to view all eighteen seminars for up to three (3) months following the convention. Event speakers include Felicia Slattery, Kioni Carter, Suzette Holley, Sue Pistone, Angelina Musik, Kennette Reed, Lisa Fredette, Camille McConnell, Linda Stiles, Ellen Delap, Jennifer Ryan, Bonnie Ross-Parker, Nancy Williams, Sherrie St. Cyr, Patricia Barboza, Lauren Mayer, Lorin Beller Blake, and Melodieann Whiteley.

WBO Premier Member Anita Bruton stated: “This is a great opportunity for WBO members to meet other members and non-WBO members to get to know the group better and see how WBO will benefit them and their business. It is a proven fact that events of this nature and face-to-face interactions are great ways to experience and explore different businesses and learn what others do to reach success.”

Convention Fees:
Star & Premier Members 3 Day Package - $175
Saturday Seminars Only Package - $40

Non-Members 3 Day Package - $200
Saturday Seminars Only Package - $75

Women from all over the world will be coming together at this convention to learn how to work effectively and efficiently in their businesses so their personal life does not suffer in the beginning years. They will be learning how to form mastermind groups, support groups, and other related teams of women that support, guide, and stimulate each other. WBO President Anna Campbell also had this to say: “It is a phenomenal experience to join together and share wealth of knowledge and to know that you’re not alone”

Women Business Owners (WBO) is an international 501(c)(3) non-profit organization, founded in February 2004. WBO provides education and support for more than 4,000 women business owners throughout the world with online and offline resources. You may visit www.womenbizowners.org to find out more information about Women Business Owners.

WBO offers members online networking chats, classes, seminars, and other events, and offline (local) networking groups, the annual offline convention, and more! WBO’s mission is to help more women succeed in business.

The 2008 Annual National Convention is also being sponsored in part by:

OfficeMax, Inc., AlphaWomen Media, Inc., Sheraton North Houston Hotel, Admin Services, Host Caters, Texas Sawmill Festival, Communication Transformation, Tru Transformation Coaching, Anita’s Professional Writing Services LLC, Helms Briscoe, MOMtrepreneurs Network, Lauren Mayer Productions, JamSum Limited, fogtnotes, Earnest Holley Memorial Theater, Stiles & Associates, Sue Pistone Associates, Pre-Paid Legal Services®, Inc. and subsidiaries, Firelight Web Studio, Passionate About Life Coaching, New Media VA, Success Coaching, Professional-Organizer.com, I Choose Change, Nancy Williams LPC, St. Cyr & Associates, The Joy of Connecting, Kennette Reed & Associates, ALCO Consultants LLC, Passion Parties, Dollar Doctor, Lisa’s Art & Horses, CCDesignz Business Services LLC, Delaney Imaging, Unique Family Gift Shop.

For more information about being a sponsor, vendor, speaker or attendee at WBO’s upcoming convention, contact the convention committee by email at info@womenbizowners.org. All event forms, including registration information, can be found at http://www.womenbizowners.org/convention/. Register today and receive ALL the benefits of this amazingly affordable convention.

August 24, 2008, Houston, Texas: Women Business Owners (WBO) announces Office Max, Inc. as their Title Sponsor for their first annual “Free to be Me” National Business Convention October 10-12, 2008 in Houston, Texas. Office Max, Inc. is the premier office store for everything from office supplies to office furniture and more.

Anna Campbell, WBO President stated, “We have been planning our upcoming convention for over a year and we are very excited to have Office Max, Inc. as our Title Sponsor. They are an amazing corporation that truly believes in helping teachers, business owners, and women. We are honored to have them sponsor our convention in October.”

The location for the WBO convention this year is the Sheraton North Houston Hotel, near the Intercontinental Airport, 15700 John F. Kennedy Boulevard, Houston, TX 77032. Their direct phone is: 281-969-1209.

When asked why WBO is providing this convention for their members and the general public, Campbell responded, “Deciding to be an owner is a daunting task and one that proves difficult and too much for some. At this years’ convention we will be focusing on learning the tools needed to own a successful business.”

The convention offers attendees eighteen (18) seminars to choose from. Attendees will benefit from live interaction with six speakers of their choice on Saturday, and the opportunity to view all eighteen seminars for up to three (3) months following the convention. Event speakers include Felicia Slattery, Kioni Carter, Suzette Holley, Sue Pistone, Angelina Musik, Kennette Reed, Lisa Fredette, Camille McConnell, Linda Stiles, Ellen Delap, Jennifer Ryan, Bonnie Ross-Parker, Nancy Williams, Sherrie St. Cyr, Patricia Barboza, Lauren Mayer, Lorin Beller Blake, and Melodieann Whiteley.

WBO Premier Member Anita Bruton stated: “This is a great opportunity for WBO members to meet other members and for non-WBO members to get to know the group better and see how WBO will benefit them and their business. It is a proven fact that events of this nature and face-to-face interactions are great ways to experience and explore different businesses and learn what others do to reach success.”

Convention Fees:
Star & Premier Members 3 Day Package - $175
Saturday Seminars Only Package - $40

Non-Members 3 Day Package - $200
Saturday Seminars Only Package - $75

Women from all over the world will be coming together at this convention to learn how to work effectively and efficiently in their businesses so their personal life does not suffer in the beginning years. They will be learning how to form mastermind groups, support groups, and other related teams of women that support, guide, and stimulate each other. WBO President Anna Campbell also had this to say: “It is a phenomenal experience to join together and share wealth of knowledge and to know that you’re not alone”

Women Business Owners (WBO) is an international 501(c)(3) non-profit organization, founded in February 2004. WBO provides education and support for more than 4,000 women business owners throughout the world with online and offline resources. You may visit www.womenbizowners.org to find out more information about Women Business Owners.

WBO offers members online networking chats, classes, seminars, and other events, and offline (local) networking groups, the annual offline convention, and more! WBO’s mission is to help more women succeed in business.

WBO Premier Member Anita Bruton goes on to say, “WBO is open to all women business owners. Your personal life and business will benefit from being an active member in our group. We believe that through the sharing of knowledge, experience, and direction, our members will find their path on their own business and personal journey.”

The 2008 Annual National Convention is also being sponsored in part by:

Office Max, Inc., Admin Services, Women Business Owners, Anita’s Professional Writing Services LLC, Communication Transformation, Tru Transformation Coaching, Sheraton North Houston Hotel, Helms Briscoe, MOMtrepreneurs Network, Lauren Mayer Productions, JamSum Limited, fogtnotes, Earnest Holley Memorial Theater, Stiles & Associates, Sue Pistone Associates, Pre-Paid Legal Services®, Inc. and subsidiaries, Firelight Web Studio, Passionate About Life Coaching, New Media VA, Success Coaching, Professional-Organizer.com, I Choose Change, Nancy Williams LPC, St. Cyr & Associates, The Joy of Connecting, Kennette Reed & Associates, ALCO Consultants LLC, Passion Parties, Dollar Doctor, Lisa’s Art & Horses, CCDesignz Business Services LLC, Delaney Imaging, Unique Family Gift Shop, fogtnotes, and AlphaWomen Media, Inc.

For more information about being a sponsor, vendor, speaker or attendee at WBO’s upcoming convention, contact the convention committee by email at info@womenbizowners.org. All event forms, including registration information, can be found at http://www.womenbizowners.org/convention/. Register today and receive ALL the benefits of this amazingly affordable convention.

Bonnie Ross Parker with Joy of Connecting has been accepted as one of our convention speakers at the upcoming WBO National Business Convention sponsored by Office Max in Houston, Texas on October 10-12, 2008.

Parker will speak about Effective Connecting for Effective Results. Do you want to be an extra ordinary networker? Learn specific strategies that will make networking a pleasurable experience.

Bonnie, a.k.a. “America’s Connection Diva”, is a multi-dimensional businesswomen/entrepreneur with a background in education, franchise development, publishing, mentorship, network marketing, and community development. She combines vision with a unique set of skills. Formerly the Associate Publisher of The Gazette Newspaper/Atlanta, she focuses her energies on supporting women. Bonnie is a graduate of George Washington University, & earned a Certification in Network Marketing at the University of Illinois. Several of her articles on owning one’s own business and entrepreneurship have appeared in publications including: Wealth Building, Home Business Magazine, Business to Business and Entrepreneur’s Business Start-Ups.

In 2002 Bonnie received The Athena Award ~ an honor designed to acknowledge women of leadership in cities throughout the United States.

In September, 2005 she was honored by the Women’s Leadership Exchange, a New York based organization, as an Influential Woman of Georgia and currently serves on their Atlanta Advisory Board. Bonnie is a featured speaker with the Direct Selling Women’s Alliance.

Bonnie was honored by The International Toastmaster’s Organization of Georgia with their annual Communication & Leadership Award in May, 2006. She’s the author of “Walk In My Boots” ~ The Joy of Connecting, and Y.O.U. Set A High Standard for Being Human.

Passionate about enriching the lives of business women, in 2002, Bonnie licensed an innovative marketing program for women called The Joy of Connecting™. There are currently 60 locations in 12 states for professional women, entrepreneurs and business owners to share resources, establish and strengthen relationships and to grow their businesses by networking with one another.

Women Business Owners is a comprehensive 501c3 non-profit organization dedicated to women in business, entrepreneurship and business education. Registrations are being accepted for the upcoming WBO Business Convention at http://www.womenbizowners.org.

Suzette Holley with Earnest Holley Memorial Theater has been accepted as one of our convention speakers at the upcoming Annual WBO National Business Convention sponsored by Office Max in Houston, Texas on October 10-12, 2008.

Holley will speak about customer service and staying motivated. Building loyal clients and retaining them for life. Learn how to stay motivated, even on those days when nothing seems to go right.

The Earnest Holley Memorial Theater opened its door in June 2001. The theater was built in honor of Earnest Holley who is the late father of Sonny Holley and Danny Holley and the late father-in-law of Suzette Holley (wife of Sonny Holley). The theater seats 56 people and is designed for an intimate and up close connection for the actors and the audience. We want the audience to leave feeling that they have just been apart of something amazing.

Suzette Holley, is the wife of Sonny Holley and House Manager as well as part owner of the theater. Theater is not anything that was on her list of things to accomplish in life. However, it has now become a great passion. Suzette’s background is in office management, legal, and insurance. She has a degree in Office Management and a Post-Baccalaureate Certificate in Paralegal studies.

Her greatest joy is helping others and making a difference. During her college years to present she has managed her home based business as an Independent Mary Kay Consultant. The joys and rewards the Holley’s receive from having this little community theater is the ability to make a positive difference in so many people lives. The involvement with the actors, crew, and patrons of the theater is so heartwarming. Suzette believes that her past education and work experiences have prepared her for the theater world in so many ways.

Women Business Owners is a comprehensive 501c3 non-profit organization dedicated to women in business, entrepreneurship and business education. Registrations are being accepted for the upcoming WBO Business Convention at http://www.womenbizowners.org.

Ellen Delap with Professional-Organizer.com has been accepted as one of our convention speakers at the upcoming Annual WBO National Business Convention sponsored by Office Max in Houston, Texas on October 10-12, 2008.

Delap will speak about organizing papers and productivity. She will share tips and tools, including organizing products that will enhance your effectiveness and efficiency.

Delap started Professional-Organizer.com in 2000 to make a difference in others’ lives. Working one on one, Ellen encourages and teachers her clients’ simple concepts leading to personal organizing solutions for home, school, work, and life.

Women Business Owners is a comprehensive 501c3 non-profit organization dedicated to women in business, entrepreneurship and business education. Registrations are being accepted for the upcoming WBO Business Convention at http://www.womenbizowners.org.