Powerful You! Women’s Network Co-Founder to Appear on BlogTalkRadio.com

Houston, TX – November 24, 2008 –  Sue Urda, is known as the  “Connections Expert”.  She is the co-founder of Powerful You! Women’s Network and will be appearing  as a radio guest for a “live 15-20 minute” interview on www.blogtalkradio.com/wbo-radio.     Her topic will be ” Grow Your Business with Conscious Networking”.  WBO Talk Radio will broadcast on Wednesday, December 3, 2008 at 11 a.m. (EST).  The public is invited to “tune in” by dialing (347) 205-9229 or join us in the chatroom on the host page mentioned in this paragraph.

“There is an art to effective networking and it has nothing to do with selling”, says Sue Urda.  “When the networking process is approached consciously, the results can bring new clients, new alliances and a joy-filled experience.”  Ms. Urda added.

Here is what you will learn:
What is Conscious Networking and how it can work for you
The benefits of formal network groups & how to use them wisely
How to create a powerful 30-second commercial that draws people to you
One amazing word that automatically gives people a reason to trust you
How to enjoy the process of networking
and much more!

About our radio guest

Sue has been an entrepreneur since 1989 and knows the challenges  that young businesses face.  Through her desire to support women, she and her co-partner, Kathy Fyler, created Powerful You! Inc., (www.powerfulyou.com)   It is a company designed to assist women to live abundant, authentic and powerful lives.  Sue’s personal mission is to assist individuals to follow their inner voice, find the simplicity in each day and live their lives in joy.

Ms Urda is also the author of the ebook, Netwoking and You…Perfect Together and the co-creator of the inspirational movie, Stepping Stones.  Her first book, Powerful Intentions, Everyday Gratitude:  100 Transformational Days to Create a Life of Joy, Grace and Ease to be released on November 26th.

For additional information about the WBO Talk Radio Show, go to Women Business Owners (www.womenbizowners.org).  Questions can be directed to altha AT womenbizowners DOT org or anna AT womenbizowners DOT org.

Real Women - Real Fashion - Real Difference

The “WBO Red Carpet Strut” fashion show and charity event is bringing together area business owners, national corporations, area charities, and the community. The Event will raise funds for Cypress Assistance Ministries and the WBO Grant Program on Sunday, December 7, 2008 from 2pm-4pm in Houston, Texas.

Fashion Show Tickets are $15 each at the door with all proceeds being donated to Cypress Assistance Ministries and the WBO Grant Program.
Attendees will enjoy complimentary Wine (photo id required), holiday treats include dueling Chocolate Fountains, unique Gift Items from a selective group of exhibitors and the opporunity to place bids on valued items in the Silent Auction.
WBO will also be selling Raffle Tickets - 1 for $1 or 6 for $5 for a wide variety of products and services featured throughout the fashion show venue. Mark your calendar to participate in this annual social and charity event.

This event is being provided by Women Business Owners, Northside Lexus, Cyber Smoothies, Mary Kay, Ink Spots Museum, Silpada, Unique Family Gift Shop, and Design2Train.

Contact us for your tickets and sponsorship information at 713-516-1524 or http://www.womenbizowners.org.

Affordable Smiles has been added as a new Gold Sponsor for Women Business Owners National Business Convention in October. The convention is being held at the Sheraton North Houston Hotel, near the Intercontinental Airport, 15700 John F. Kennedy Boulevard, Houston, TX 77032. Their direct phone is: 281-969-1209.

 

Affordable Smiles provides quality dental care to the community of Porter, Texas and surrounding areas. Their services include but are not limited to general dentistry, cosmetic dentistry, teeth whitening, dental implants and much more.

 

They also offer the most advanced technology in cosmetic dentistry. In-Office Power Teeth Whitening, Porcelain Veneers and Full Porcelain crowns are some examples of how they
redesign their patients’ smiles.

 

Anna Campbell, President and Founder of WBO stated, “We are very excited to have Affordable Smiles as a Gold Sponsor for our National Business Convention. They are a wonderful example of people helping people, and that is one of WBO’s missions. They fit together well with WBO’s mission.”

 

When asked why WBO is providing this convention for their members and the general public, Anna Campbell, WBO President and Founder 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, Nancy Williams, Lauren Mayer, Kioni Carter, Suzette Holley, Sue Pistone, Angelina Musik, Kennette Reed, Lisa Fredette, Camille McConnell, Linda Stiles, Ellen Delap, Karen Miller, Bonnie Ross-Parker, Michele DeKinder-Smith, Edie McRae, Patricia Barboza, 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

 

College Students 3 day Package - $100

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:

 

Office Max, Inc., Affordable Smiles, AlphaWomen Media, Inc., Sheraton North Houston Hotel, Admin Services, Women Business Owners, Volunteer US, Anita’s Pen, Communication Transformation, Nancy Williams LPC, Lauren Mayer Productions, Julie-Marie Bags, Tru Transformation Coaching, Helms Briscoe, MOMtrepreneurs Network, JamSum Limited, fogtnotes, Earnest Holley Memorial Theater, Stiles & Associates, Sue Pistone Associates, Pre-Paid Legal Services®, Inc. and subsidiaries, Essential Bodywear by Felicia, Firelight Web Studio, Passionate About Life Coaching, Success Coaching, Professional-Organizer.com, Design2Train, Jane Out of the Box, Big Fish Nation, CEO Families, The Joy of Connecting, Kennette Reed & Associates, ALCO Consultants LLC, Passion Parties, Host Caters, 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.

Women Business Owners (WBO) announced today they are offering a special 3-day Attendee package for college students attending their “Free to be Me” National Business Convention October 10-12, 2008 in Houston, Texas for only $100. The convention, being sponsored by Office Max, Inc., will take place at the Sheraton North Houston Hotel, near the Intercontinental Airport, 15700 John F. Kennedy Boulevard, Houston, TX 77032. Their direct phone is: 281-969-1209.

College students attending must show their college badge at check-in as proof. The package, for $100 includes:

*Attendee bag filled with convention materials, event program, samples, goodies, and more

*Friday Reception and Opening Ceremonies

* Shopping with Featured vendors and sponsors

*Breakfast on Saturday and Sunday

*Six (6) Seminars (of your choice out of 18) on Saturday

*View all 18 seminars up to three (3) months following the convention

*Semi-Formal Banquet Dinner Saturday Night

*Awards Ceremony during Banquet

*Church Services and Closing Ceremonies on Sunday

Anna Campbell, WBO President stated, “We are very excited to be able to offer this package to women in college, that may benefit from what WBO has to offer.” Campbell went on to say, “It is a phenomenal experience to join together and share wealth of knowledge and to know that you’re not alone.”

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, Nancy Williams, Lauren Mayer, Kioni Carter, Suzette Holley, Sue Pistone, Angelina Musik, Kennette Reed, Lisa Fredette, Camille McConnell, Linda Stiles, Ellen Delap, Karen Miller, Bonnie Ross-Parker, Michele DeKinder-Smith, Edie McRae, Patricia Barboza, Lorin Beller Blake, and Melodieann Whiteley.

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.

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, business classes and seminars, virtual conventions, and many other opportunities. They also provide offline (local) networking groups, their 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:

Office Max, Inc., Affordable Smiles, AlphaWomen Media, Inc., Sheraton North Houston Hotel, Admin Services, Women Business Owners, Volunteer US, Anita’s Pen, Communication Transformation, Nancy Williams LPC, Lauren Mayer Productions, Julie-Marie Bags, Tru Transformation Coaching, Helms Briscoe, MOMtrepreneurs Network, JamSum Limited, fogtnotes, Earnest Holley Memorial Theater, Stiles & Associates, Sue Pistone Associates, Pre-Paid Legal Services®, Inc. and subsidiaries, Essential Bodywear by Felicia, Firelight Web Studio, Passionate About Life Coaching, Success Coaching, Professional-Organizer.com, Design2Train, Jane Out of the Box, Big Fish Nation, CEO Families, The Joy of Connecting, Kennette Reed & Associates, ALCO Consultants LLC, Passion Parties, Host Caters, 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 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.