Women Business Owner’s Network
www.wbonlorain.org
It is VERY IMPORTANT to R.S.V.P.
Call: Debra James 440-989-2570
or Karen Cheshire 440-986-3200 and/or [email protected]
2nd Qtr 2017
All Meetings begin at 6:00 pm – Locations Subject to Change, updated 04/19/17
April 6
Speaker:
Topic:
Spotlight:
Location:
Alise Excell of Excell Financial Services & Massage Therapist
Masssage Techniques and Tools of the Hair Cutting Trade
Pat Farnsworth of A Beau Monde Salon
A Beau Monde Salon1176 Milan Ave Amherst (next to IGA)
April 20
Speaker:
Topic:
Spotlight:
Location:
Karen Rankin
The Importance of Americans Supporting Israel
Kathy Carvin of Health Markets
Perkins Restaurant 1503 Travelers Pointe, Avon
May 4
Speaker:
Topic:
Spotlight:
Location:
Sharon Mack of Life’s Healthy Essentials
The Power of Connection to Save Time, Money & Your Waistline.
Ann Rusnak of AR Success
The 100th Bomb Club Group 20920 Brookpark Rd Cleveland
May 18
Speaker:
Topic:
Spotlight:
Location:
Food:
Kathy Coolbaugh of SinSatiables & C&C Sales & Service
All The Cool Stuff Kathy Does
Cathy Eller.of The Spike & Meckler Law Firm
C&C Sales & Service 44884 U.S. Rt. 20 Oberlin
Bring your own or pick up BBQ on Rt. 58 just North of Rt. 20
June 1
Speaker:
Topic:
Spotlight:
Location:
Julie Skinner of Busch Funeral Homes
Thinking Ahead
Susan Pacheco
Wood ‘n Wine 38790 Chester Rd. Avon
June 15
Speaker:
Topic:
Location:
Theresa Riddell of The Nelson Insurance Agency
Our Annual Summer Picnic/Potluck --Bring a Dish to Share
Theresa’s House (contact Karen for address & directions)
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Spotlight: Ideas 2017
Occupation/Business Name
How you started in the business
What does your business do?
Your hobbies (sometimes people remember
someone more when there is a special interest in common)
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS (FAQS)
Q: How much does a WBON LORAIN membership cost?
A: It’s F – R – E – E!
Q: What is our motto?
A: It’s not who you know, it’s who knows You!
Q: When was WBON Lorain formed?
A: While our group was formed in Lorain County, Ohio in 2001 – attendees, guests, members (all volunteer based), and speakers come from the
counties that surround it. Who’s missing? You are! Come join us!
Q: When does the WBON LORAIN meet?
A: 1st & 3rd Thursdays each month. They meet ONCE a month in July, September, and December. Check the schedule. It's very important to
RSVP: Debra James 440.989.2570 or Karen Cheshire 440.986.3200! Or, notify when unable to attend.
Q: Where does WBON LORAIN meet?
A: Different local restaurants that have separate areas of groups. Locations are subject to change at the last minute - thus is reason we ask for an
RSVP. Example: Dragon Ranch Golf Club.
Q: What are the requirements for WBON LORAIN Membership?
A: Attend and RSVP bi-monthly meetings (at least 2 per quarter to receive the benefits) - willingness to create referrals from within the group - an
open spirit of participation (volunteerism) and sharing - prepare and deliver a 30-second commercial of your business and bring at least 30 business
cards to share.
Q: What are the benefits of being a part of WBON LORAIN?
A: Limitless connections within the county - referrals from KNOWN sources within the group - speaker presentations on a variety of subject matter chance to improve your own public image - shared knowledge of our women in business for themselves - Receive communications from members
on all areas of interest - safe and trusted environment to raise questions - Learn from other's life experiences - Broaden your base of professional
partners - Grow and thereby grow your business – & lifelong friendships that mean everything!
Q: How do I know if the WBON LORAIN is for me?
A: Are you thinking about starting a business? Do you have a business you do on the side? Looking for a networking group? Are you trying to grow
your business? Then, the local WBON is for you! Example: Are you a Lady Crafter who does your "marketing" at the local craft shows? You're a
woman business owner!
Q: What should I bring with me to a WBON LORAIN meeting?
A: Yourself, money to order off the restaurant menu and participate in the 50/50 drawing, business cards to share, any promotional material to share,
and 30-second commercial (elevator speech – what is your makes your business unique!) of you and your business.
Q: What is the 50/50 drawing?
A: The 50/50 drawing (optional participation) is something FUN we do to offset miscellaneous expenses. Remember, the local WBON has NO
YEARLY MEMBERSHIP DUES. We refer to the 50/50 drawing as our "petty cash" fund. This pays for our speaker's dinner at the meeting, a
"deposit" for conference meeting room or pavilion, business cards, public relations materials, or most important - we have a website and the funds
help to pay for the website domain registration, etc. Some of our members, when they win, donate the funds they won to on of the charities we
provide collections for.
Q: What is a 30-second commercial?
A: Picture yourself (a business owner) riding in an elevator and you have a "chance" meeting with the CEO of a company you would like to have as
a client. What would you say? You may have only 30-seconds to introduce yourself - your name, your title, what you do, and the name of you
business. What's your tag line? Think of something catchy - you want them to remember you! If you're lucky, the CEO may ask you for your
business card as he/she gets off the elevator.
Q: What is a WBON Business Spotlight?
A: Think of it as your 15-minutes of FAME. It's where one of our WBON members shares something about HER herself, her hobbies (she may
have something in common with another member), her business, and any special promotions.
Q: Does WBON LORAIN have a website?
A: Yes we do. (http://www.wbonlorain.org). Also, if you forget the .org and type wbonlorain.com you will be redirected to wbonlorain.org.