ABWA - Women Excelling

10/15/2026

Take a bow Ruthann Gunderson-Woll !!!
Congratulations to you as an honoree with the Wilson School District Distinguished Alumni for 2026!!!!
Bravo to another superwoman in our Women Excelling Chapter. 👏🏻👏🏻🎉🎉🎈🎈

10/13/2026

✨ Curious about ABWA? Here’s your chance to learn more! ✨

Looking to connect with other women, grow professionally, build friendships, and support one another? 💜

The American Business Women’s Association (ABWA) is a great opportunity to network, learn, share ideas, and empower women in business and beyond!

Come see what ABWA is all about. You never know what new connections, friendships, or opportunities might come your way! 🤝💼

💜 Women supporting women — that’s what it’s all about!

What if the network you’ve been looking for is one click away? 👋

Join us online Wednesday, Oct 28 at 7pm ET / 6pm CT for
This Is ABWA, a FREE webinar for future members.

Hear from current members and ABWA leaders about the community, lifelong friendships, support, and personal/professiioal development opportunities that come with membership. ✨

Save your seat: https://abwa.site-ym.com/events/EventDetails.aspx?id=2093735&group=

10/08/2026

What does it really mean to be a great board member? It’s more than holding a title—it’s about leading with purpose, communicating with intention, and making a meaningful impact.

Our ABWA - Women Excelling meeting this morning offered valuable insights from Michelle Drager on How to Be a Great Board Member. Her guidance sparked important reflections on the responsibility, collaboration, and commitment that effective leadership requires.

10/08/2026

Are you making the most of your ABWA membership?

Your ambition is already inside you—and the ABWA Members-Only Portal is here to help you turn it into action! Whether you want to expand your professional network, level up your skills, or share your knowledge, your digital hub is available 24/7.

Here’s what’s waiting for you inside at abwa.org:

CONNECT: Join private chat channels, post in group discussions, and build relationships with members across the country.
LEARN: Visit My Apex Campus for on-demand learning opportunities. A great perk of membership is you can take the monthly complimentary e-learning courses valued at $360/year!
LEAD: Share your expertise by publishing your own member blog posts or contributing to discussion topics.
STAY INFORMED: Access the national events calendar for upcoming Coffee Connections, webinars, and conferences.

Take 5 minutes today to activate your profile:

1. Log in at abwa.org (click Member Login).

2. Go to Manage Profile and upload your photo + current title.

3. Launch your first course on My Apex Campus!

4. Check out the Member Portal Checklist: Want a step-by-step roadmap to make sure you aren't missing anything? Download the checklist inside the portal under Portal > National Resources > Member Recruitment > Member Portal Checklist!

ACTIVATE YOUR AMBITION!

The American Business Women’s Association helps women grow personally & professionally via leadership, education, networking support & national recognition.

10/07/2026

It’s not too late to sign up! Hope you can join us Thursday!

🌟 Hello Ladies! 🌟

Join us for the October Women Excelling meeting featuring Michelle Drager!

📅 Thursday, October 8
🕗 8:00 a.m.
📍 Alvernia University – Upland Center, Room 103 (540 Upland Avenue, Reading, PA)

🎤 How to Be a Great Board Member: Michelle Drager’s Top 5 Tips

Whether you currently serve on a board or are considering board service, this session will provide practical tips to help you become a more effective board member, strengthen your leadership skills, and make a meaningful impact.

Come enjoy a morning of learning, networking, and professional development with some amazing women!

Register by October 1:
Members: $20 | Guests: $30

After October 1 or at the door:
Members: $25 | Guests: $35

Member: https://www.paypal.com/ncp/payment/VDL95CSRNDGBQ

Guest: https://www.paypal.com/ncp/payment/C3VTKB96NVU7A

Reserve your seat today! We’d love to see you there! 💗

10/04/2026

Congratulations to our national officers.

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10/02/2026

🌟 Hello Ladies! 🌟

Join us for the October Women Excelling meeting featuring Michelle Drager!

📅 Thursday, October 8
🕗 8:00 a.m.
📍 Alvernia University – Upland Center, Room 103 (540 Upland Avenue, Reading, PA)

🎤 How to Be a Great Board Member: Michelle Drager’s Top 5 Tips

Whether you currently serve on a board or are considering board service, this session will provide practical tips to help you become a more effective board member, strengthen your leadership skills, and make a meaningful impact.

Come enjoy a morning of learning, networking, and professional development with some amazing women!

Register by October 1:
Members: $20 | Guests: $30

After October 1 or at the door:
Members: $25 | Guests: $35

Member: https://www.paypal.com/ncp/payment/VDL95CSRNDGBQ

Guest: https://www.paypal.com/ncp/payment/C3VTKB96NVU7A

Reserve your seat today! We’d love to see you there! 💗

09/22/2026

Celebrating National Business Women’s Day.

09/18/2026

🥂 Celebrate National Business Women’s Day with ABWA Women Excelling!
Join us for a casual Happy Hour at Bertie’s Inn as we celebrate the accomplishments, connections, and contributions of business women in our community.
📅 Tuesday, September 22
⏰ 5:00–7:00 PM
📍 Bertie’s Inn
✨ Light fare provided
🍸 Cash bar
Come raise a glass, make some new connections, and celebrate with us!
Members and guests are welcome!
👉 RSVP appreciated:
RSVP here https://forms.gle/ffMEotjJHnbvHLmW7

06/30/2026

For those interested in attending the District IV event in NC!

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