ABWA - Leading Women Express Network

05/31/2026

Join Us for an Inspiring Professional Development Program!
Some of the most important conversations in life and business are also the most difficult. How do you communicate with confidence when topics become controversial, emotional, or polarizing?

Join Jason Cornelius, Frost Vice President and Community Leader, as he presents "Navigating Life and Business in a Social World" and shares practical strategies for engaging in meaningful conversations with clarity, respect, and authenticity. Participants will learn how to foster understanding, navigate differing viewpoints, and build connections through productive dialogue.

📅 Wednesday, June 10, 2026
⏰ 11:30 AM
📍 Courtyard by Marriott
3939 Highway 6 South • College Station, TX

$35 per person (You will be invoiced once we receive your timely RSVP) Includes Networking | Lunch | Presentation

🎉 Featured Business of the Month: Marci Kuver, C.C. Creations, LLC
📧 RSVP by Noon on Friday, June 5, 2026
to [email protected].

Come connect, learn, and grow with fellow professional women as we continue to support ABWA's mission of leadership, education, networking, and professional development.

05/20/2026

The May luncheon, as always, had an incredible speaker! We were fortunate to have Angela Lewis, teach about the power of podcasting and how to show up with clarity, communicate value, and leverage conversations to expand influence and credibility. Angela is an incredible speaker, and I know we all had some takeaway from her. Let us know in the comments what you learned!
e Nya was our featured business of the month, she owns and operates NOG Accounting and Finance, PLLC. Reach out to her for all your business accounting needs!

Thank you to our Door Prize Donors:

Edward Jones - Financial Advisor: Jessica Harman
with Pixel Pro Rentals
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Nicole Becka with Optimum Media & Mary Kay
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@.e with NOG Accounting and Finance, PLLC
Kayla Renner with BCS Medical
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UPCOMING EVENTS:
Friday 5/29, 6-8pm- BTHO Danger, Self Defense Class at Palmisano's Martial Arts🥋
Wednesday 6/10, 11:30-1pm, June Luncheon at The Courtyard Marriott, wear yellow!!!💛🌼

Thank you to all our members and guests who attended!!

05/15/2026

We also want to show our appreciation for our past LWEN Protege Award recipient, Lindsey Smart!

Lindsey continues to represent everything the Protege Award stands for — leadership, involvement, dedication, positivity, and a true passion for making a difference within Leading Women Express Network.

As our current VP of Programming, she pours her heart into LWEN by creating meaningful programs, supporting our members, and helping our chapter continue to grow and thrive. Her creativity, servant heart, and willingness to always step up are such a blessing to our organization.

We are so grateful for Lindsey and all she continues to do for LWEN. Thank you for your leadership, your energy, and your commitment to making an impact. We adore and appreciate you more than you know! 💕

05/15/2026

Leading Women Express Network is proud to congratulate our two outstanding 2026 Protege Award recipients — Laura Cates and Jamie Lynn Johnson!

The Protege Award honors emerging members who have demonstrated exceptional involvement, leadership, dedication, and service during their first years of membership in LWEN and ABWA.

This recognition celebrates women who wholeheartedly embrace the mission of ABWA through participation, relationship building, volunteerism, professional growth, and support of chapter activities throughout the year. These rising leaders have stepped forward with enthusiasm, servant leadership, and a true passion for making a difference within our organization and community.

Laura and Jamie Lynn have each made a meaningful impact on LWEN through their commitment, involvement, and positive spirit. Their dedication represents the future of our chapter and the strength of women supporting women.

Congratulations, Laura Cates and Jamie Lynn Johnson, on this well-deserved honor! We are so proud of you both and look forward to all the amazing things ahead in your ABWA journey!

05/10/2026

Happy Mother’s Day to all of the amazing moms! Motherhood doesn’t have to be or look any certain way to make an impact on the tiny minds you mold and cherish. You deserve all the love and happiness today and everyday 💐💗

05/09/2026

Our Spring Membership Drive was a huge success and so much fun!! Thank you to all the members and guests who came out to support LWEN! Join us at our luncheon this Wednesday to keep the fun and networking going! RSVP to [email protected]

Special thank you to for hosting us! The food and drinks were absolutely delicious! The patio was just perfect for our event.

thank you to our door prize donors:

Pritchard Mahurin with HAP Insurance Agency smart05 with .city.mission
with @havenandlane
with DuBose Business Solutions, LLC

See you this Wednesday 5/13 at the Courtyard Marriott 11:30-1 for our monthly luncheon!

05/06/2026

Members and Guests are invited to join the Leading Women Express Network of the American Business Women’s Association for our May Luncheon & Presentation!

🎤 FEATURED SPEAKER
Angela Lewis, Lewis Consulting Group
“Turn Your Story Into Authority: How Strategic Visibility Positions You as a Leader in Any Industry”

In today’s attention economy, expertise alone is not enough — visibility is what builds authority.

Join us for an inspiring presentation as Angela Lewis shares how leaders, business owners, and professionals can transform their lived experiences into powerful stories that create opportunity, build credibility, and expand influence.

Using podcast guesting as a strategic visibility tool, attendees will learn how to:
✨ Show up with clarity and confidence
✨ Communicate their value effectively
✨ Build credibility and leadership presence
✨ Leverage conversations to grow impact across industries

Angela R. Lewis is an author, speaker, and founder of Lewis Consulting Group, where she helps leaders, athletes, and organizations turn their stories into visibility, credibility, and opportunity. A former professional basketball player and NCAA Division I athlete at Saint Louis University, Angela has built a global career at the intersection of sport, communication, and culture.

🌟 FEATURED BUSINESS OF THE MONTH
Nyarkoa Gyebi, CPA, MBA
NOG Accounting and Finance, PLLC

📩 RSVP REQUIRED
Please RSVP by NOON on Friday, May 8, 2026
📧 [email protected]

💳 PAYMENT OPTIONS
1️⃣ Members & Guests
Email your RSVP to [email protected] and an invoice/payment link will be emailed to you by the VP of Finance.
2️⃣ Members Only
Sign up for the Meal Plan and receive automatic monthly invoicing through the VP of Finance.
3️⃣ Members & Guests
Pay online or at the door on Wednesday at the meeting (RSVP is still required by the Friday noon deadline).

⚠️ IMPORTANT REMINDERS
• Payment is due at the meeting for all timely RSVPs unless cancelled in advance.
• If you RSVP and do not attend or cancel the day of the meeting, you will be invoiced for your lunch.
• Door prizes are welcomed!
• RSVP by the deadline to secure your entry into the Door Prize Wheel of Fortune.
• Late RSVPs do not guarantee seating availability.

We look forward to seeing everyone for an incredible afternoon of networking, learning, and connection!

04/29/2026

You’re Invited!

Come discover what the American Business Women’s Association is all about at our Spring Membership Drive & Social!

Wednesday, April 29, 2026
5:30 PM to 7 PM
📍 Casa Do Brasil
🌿 On the Private Porch

This complimentary event is open to all members and guests—we’d love to see you there!

RSVP by April 27, 2026
📧 Tina Duncan | [email protected]

What to Expect:
• Meaningful networking with positive, driven business women

• Delicious appetizers

• Fun door prizes

Come learn, connect, and grow with us!

04/22/2026

See y'all next Wednesday! Bring a friend and learn more about our amazing group!

You’re Invited!

Come discover what the American Business Women’s Association is all about at our Spring Membership Drive & Social!

Wednesday, April 29, 2026
5:30 PM to 7 PM
📍 Casa Do Brasil
🌿 On the Private Porch

This complimentary event is open to all members and guests—we’d love to see you there!

RSVP by April 27, 2026
📧 Tina Duncan | [email protected]

What to Expect:
• Meaningful networking with positive, driven business women

• Delicious appetizers

• Fun door prizes

Come learn, connect, and grow with us!