July 2010 Newsletter

The President’s Corner – Robin Dozier Otten
July 21 Program – The Spirit of Volunteering
July 21 Pre-Meeting for Members Only
Welcome New Members
Renewing Members
Celebrating YOU!
The Best Charity?
2009-2010 Kudos Award Winners
Three NAWBO Satellite Breakfast Meetings
Corporate Sponsors and Platinum Members

The President’s Corner – Robin Dozier Otten
Once again, I am amazed that half of 2010 is already gone and we’re already in July—my favorite month of the year. I love July because it includes my favorite holiday: Independence Day! As I said in my acceptance remarks, I believe in our country’s greatness because of the exceptionalism of the American people. Our ancestors came from all over the world with spunk and tenacity, seeking freedom and economic opportunity. They bequeathed to us a tradition that enables both. Now it’s our job to preserve those gifts and work to make them stronger for our descendants.

Rather than choose a “theme” for this year, I plan to focus on three of my passions that I believe dovetail with NAWBO’s mission.

The first is strengthening the wealth-creating abilities of women entrepreneurs in our community. I believe that we are the economic engine of our free-market economy and that as we learn to be more innovative, more efficient business women, our entire state’s standard of living will be raised. We will endeavor to offer to our members and guests educational opportunities to help all of us improve these skills.

Next is increasing the diversity and size of our membership so that we create an environment where each of us can learn from and give to other members of our group. By building these symbiotic relationships, we can encourage, foster and support owners of businesses—large, medium-sized and small—so that NAWBO is, in reality, the premier organization for women entrepreneurs in Northern New Mexico.

And finally, my life’s passion and our chapter’s mission: to transform public policy and influence opinion. This November we will one of the most significant elections that our state has experienced. Not only will we elect the first woman governor of New Mexico, but all other constitutional offices, the entire New Mexico House of Representatives and our three Congressional Representatives.

It is incumbent upon each of us to become as informed as possible and to exercise our franchise in a way that reflects our understanding of the impact that our choices will have on the economic climate of our state and nation and our role in the global economy of which our country is a leader.

In summation, a few words that stir me from the book Courage and Consequence about this much maligned subject of politics. “At its heart and in its results, politics is the great, moving expression of our democracy. There are knaves and fools in politics, but the arena is also filled with people motivated by high ideals and great causes who work with skill, integrity, and honor.”

“The American political system is the envy of the world, the greatest governing achievement in human history. But it did not appear easily or overnight. It came from fractious debates and fallible men.”

“So despite missteps and tense moments, large egos and short tempers, they labored to create our founding documents, which are the greatest ever struck off at any time by the mind and purpose of man.”

“At its best, politics is about advancing human dignity and prosperity.” To me, ‘Politics is still the greatest and most honorable adventure.’

Thanks to all of you who make this organization so strong. And thank you to the members of the newly installed board who have agreed to serve for the next year. Thanks once again for gracing me and our group’s leaders with the opportunity to build on the work of all the women who have preceded us and to work to make our chapter of NAWBO as great as its potential.

Robin Otten
President 2010 – 2011
Northern New Mexico NAWBO
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July 21 Program – The Spirit of Volunteering

Erin Williams Young speaks on “The Spirit of Volunteering”. Also Sign Up for Your Favorite Committee at the NAWBO Committee Job Fair!

Erin Williams Young, NAWBO’s keynote speaker for the July meeting, learned early on about the importance of volunteering from her grandmother and mother who were both dedicated to charities in Albuquerque.

Her talk on The Spirit of Volunteering will enlighten us and demonstrate how volunteerism enriches our lives and creates not only a better community but also stronger business ties.

Erin’s experience includes Past President of the Junior League of Albuquerque, Current Albuquerque Community Foundation Trustee, Co-Chair for the Silent Samaritan Luncheon, which benefits the Samaritan Counseling Center, and Leadership Albuquerque Alumnae. She has demonstrated that a determined woman can have a positive impact on our community – and still raise two young sons!

And “In the Spirit of Volunteerism”, come early and learn about the opportunities available this year at the NAWBO Committee Job Fair. Doors open at 5:30. This is your opportunity to find out more about all the work NAWBO does throughout the year! Serving on a committee is a great way to meet people and develop friendships.

Meeting Schedule & Location

We meet at the Embassy Suites Conference Center at Lomas and I-25 in Albuquerque

Cost

Members $32 with an advance reservation.
Non-Members $37 with an advance reservation.

Reservation Policy

Advance reservations are due by 5:00 p.m. on Friday, June 11. RSVPs received after the deadline and walk-ins will be charged an additional $5.

Please click here to make an advance reservation. After you RSVP, you have the option to continue and pay in advance.

July 21 Pre-Meeting for Members Only:

New Mexico Business Weekly Smart Reader Seminars

Jennifer Smith, Circulation Sales & Marketing Director at New Mexico Business Weekly shows you how to maximize your business development efforts by utilizing the information and tools in the New Mexico Business Weekly. The Smart Reader Seminars teach you:

How the New Mexico Business Weekly can help you identify and grow networks and business prospects.
How to follow the Editorial Calendar
Ideas for improving your business development efforts

The pre-meeting begins at 4:30pm at the Embassy Suites and is open to the first 15 NAWBO members who register for it.

Please click here to make an advance reservation.

Welcome New Member

Doreen Hurtig
President
Kool Stuff
437-7 Avenida Vista Grande
Santa Fe NM 87508
Phone: (505) 469-3302
Fax: (505) 466-4272
Email Doreen
Visit Kool Stuff Website
I help companies promote their identity and business with advertising specialty products. I represent over 1000 manufacturers with over 300,000 items.

Renewing Members

Eloise Gift
Qualifying Broker/Owner
Gift Realty NM
5547 Timberfalls Rd NW
Albuquerque NM 87114-1541
Phone: (505) 363-5156
Fax: (505) 890-9333
Email Eloise
Visit Gift Realty NM Website
Offices of Real Estate Agents and Brokers Real estate broker providing real estate and relocation consulting services primarily for but not limited to residential home buyers and sellers of new and previously occupied single and multifamily homes in the Greater Albuquerque Area of New Mexico.

Carol Guerra
Owner
All-Star Insurance
2625 Pennsylvania St NE Ste 710
Albuquerque NM 87110-3657
Phone: (505) 881-0198
Fax: (505) 232-0746
Email Carol

Lezlie Ann Kinney
President
Bright Ideas Promotional Products Galore!
7210 Menaul Blvd NE
Albuquerque NM 87110-3632
Phone: (505) 837-9646
Fax: (505) 837-9803
Email Lezlie Ann
Visit Bright Ideas Website
Commercial Screen Printing Imprinting store and so much more! Logo’s apparel, signage, engraved awards and imprinted products for marketing and appreciation.

Sandra Loewenthal
Owner
General Ledger Bookkeeping Svc
804 Rio Arriba Ave SE
Albuquerque NM 87123-5103
Phone: (505) 417-1817
Fax: (505) 296-2325
Email Sandra
Accounting Services Bookkeeping Services for Small to Midsize Companies. Office organization and file setup systems. QuickBooks installation and training. Full Service Payroll Company.

Celebrating YOU!
What have you or your company done lately? NAWBO women are regularly in the news – for business accomplishments, contributions to the community, and awards and recognition. NAWBO wants to celebrate you, and our publicity committee is combing the press for information. Don’t be bashful! Let us know so we can share the good news with all our members. Send your news to Barbara Kline

Which Charity?
Julie Epling , who is in charge of Outreach this year, is looking for a charity for NAWBO to sponsor for this year. Check out her survey on Agora and let her know:

Which women focused charities do you support and why?
Which women focused charities have you heard of that could use NAWBO’s support and why?

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2009-2010 Kudos Award Winners
NAWBO NM’s Kudos awards honor the accomplishments and contributions of exemplary women who have led the way in the women’s business community and thus building a legacy for the next generation of entrepreneurs. At the June meeting, the following members were recognized:

Woman Business Owner of the Year: Nancy Denker, Owner, Focus Ink, Inc.
Rookie of the Year: Shelley Rossbach, Owner, The Placitas Group, Inc.
Public Policy Advocate of the Year: Kay Carrico, CEO at In-Compasse International, Inc.
Advocates of the Year: Patricia Chavez, President, PLC Enterprises, and Hedy Harwell, Real Estate Agent, Coldwell Banker Legacy
Mentor of the Year: DJ Heckes, CEO, Exhib-it
Supporter of the Year: Barbara Kline, President, Madeleine’s Place Event Center

Congratulations, ladies!

Three NAWBO Satellite Breakfast Meetings

Establish relationships, network, share business building tips in an intimate casual NAWBO group, and experience
the added benefit of being part of a powerful group of New Mexico business owners.

NAWBO-NNM NORTHWEST Satellite

Breakfast Meeting
the FIRST Wednesday of every month
Where: WESST Corp Facility in Rio Rancho
For information please contact Lorie Guthrie at 892-1238

NAWBO-NNM UPTOWN Satellite

Breakfast Meeting
the SECOND Wednesday of every month
Where: Le Peep Restaurant
For information please contact April Pargas , 299-6161

NAWBO-NNM SANTA FE Satellite

Breakfast Meeting
The SECOND Tuesday of every month
Where: Zia Diner in Santa Fe
For information please contact Christy Martinez by email or
call 505-983-2666 ext. 109.

Corporate Sponsors and Platinum Members

We extend special thanks to our chapter Corporate Partners

They look forward to working with our members. Click on a company logo to visit the web site in a new window or click on a name to send an email.

DIAMOND NAWBO-NNM CORPORATE PARTNER:

New Mexico Business Weekly has the right tools to help you grow your business. The Business Weekly is chock full of local business news, in depth information and tons of leads. Stay in touch with New Mexico Businesses by subscribing to the NM Business Weekly! Our contact is Nancy Salem, 505-768-7008.

Jobing.com exists with one key mission: to connect local employers and local job seekers. It’s that simple. Our company was founded by a human resources professional who believes passionately that HR is the driving force behind the success of every business and that finding and keeping great talent is the key to that success. Contact Randy Richardson, General Manager, 505-440-6351.

SILVER NAWBO-NNM CORPORATE PARTNERS:

We are a full service regional financial services company with a strong focus on a superior level of customer service. We provide a range of services for commercial banking, retail and business banking, and consumer finance. Bank of the West is big enough to help and small enough to care. Please contact Leslie Quade, 505-271-9770

Perfectly situated between the University of New Mexico and the downtown business district, the Embassy Suites Albuquerque provides a relaxing guest experience with comfortable accommodations and impeccable service. Our contact is Natalee Hoff, Catering & Sales Manager, 505-275-7100

COPPER NAWBO-NNM CORPORATE PARTNERS: