October 2010 Newsletter

The President’s Corner – Robin Dozier Otten
October 20 Program – Change
Congratulations!
Welcome New Members
Renewing Members
The 2010-2011 NAWBO-NNM Board of Directors
Three NAWBO Satellite Breakfast Meetings
Corporate Sponsors and Platinum Members

The President’s Corner – Robin Dozier Otten
We have bid farewell to the State Fair for another year and will very soon welcome thousands of visitors who will participate in the International Balloon Fiesta. This year we expect about 500 balloons and 650 pilots who promise to give us a spectacular show while bringing $106 million in direct spending. Businesses in Albuquerque, Santa Fe and surrounding communities will profit to the tune of about $145 million from indirect spending by our 765,000 visitors and I hope some of those businesses are yours!

Those of you who attended our September meeting were treated to an up-close-and-personal story from Albuquerque’s Mayor Richard J. Berry about why a successful businessperson chose to leave private life for public service. We were excited that we had seventy members and guests in attendance to hear the mayor. And on the subject of public service, don’t forget that October 5th is the deadline for registration to vote in November 2’s very important election. I urge you to encourage your family members, employees, friends and neighbors to register and vote.

In October, in addition to our three monthly Satellite meetings and various committee meetings that you may be interested in joining, our general meeting on the 20th will feature Dr. Lowell Catlett. Dr. Catlett is an exciting futurist who will let us in on two trends that are changing everything. Once again, we are offering you the opportunity to bring a guest at the same price as members—$32. The registration deadline at that rate is 5 p.m. on Friday, October 15th.

Our Member Services Director, Donna Luke, has announced a membership drive to be conducted throughout October and November. It will feature a $25 reduction in national dues during the drive, so please encourage others you’d like to see as NAWBO members to consider joining during the next two months.

Finally, I ask you to let members of your board of directors hear your ideas for increasing our organization’s positive impact on you and your business. We want our vision statement to be more than mere words. We will work hard to propel women entrepreneurs into economic, social and political spheres of power worldwide!

Robin Otten
President 2010 – 2011
Northern New Mexico NAWBO
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October 20 Program – Change

Hear Dr. Lowell B. Catlett discuss two trends that are changing everything.

Dr. Catlett is a compelling futurist whose knowledge of technologies and their implications on the way we will live and work is addressed in his varied and upbeat presentations. His vast knowledge astounds corporate and association audiences both nationally and internationally. Dr. Catlett is internationally known as an expert in commodities futures markets and is in demand as a speaker and consultant on predicting and planning for near-and long-term futures. His presentations are thought-provoking and highly entertaining. Dr.Catlett is a Regent’s Professor at New Mexico State University (NMSU) and is Dean and Chief Administrative Officer for the College of Agricultural, Consumer and Environmental Sciences.

Meeting Schedule & Location

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

Cost

Members and Guests: $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, October 15. RSVPs received after the deadline and walk-ins will be charged an additional $5.

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

Congratulations!
Congratulations to two of our members, Janice Lucero of MVD Express and Yashoda Naidoo of Annapurna’s World Vegetarian Cafe, who have been recognized by the New Mexico Business Weekly as two of the top performing CEOs of 2010. Janice and Yashoda have done an outstanding job in their roles as corporate executive stewards. They will be honored at an awards breakfast at the Embassy Suites on Thursday, October 21, 2010 from 8:00am to 10:00am. Tickets are $45. We are putting together a NAWBO table. Please click here to join us.

Have you received an honor, award, or recognition? Please let us know so we can brag about it and celebrate with you!

Welcome New Members

Heather Breen
Owner
Breen Consulting, LLC
2809 Plaza Rojo
Santa Fe, NM 87507-6521
Phone: (505) 490-9044
Email Heather
Visit Breen Consulting Website
Human Resources Consulting Services – I provide information to business owners and executives that enable them to make better decisions about their people issues. Website http://www.heatherbreenconsulting.com

Lisa Garcia
Owner/Designer
Sassy Classy Fashions
10600 Cibola Loop NW Apt 713
Albuquerque NM 87114-5125
Phone: (505) 980-6909
Email Lisa

Returning Members

Elizabeth German
President
German & Associates, LLC
12836 Lomas Blvd NE Ste G
Albuquerque NM 87112-6200
Phone: (505) 292-9676
Fax: (505) 275-1283
Email Elizabeth
Offices of Lawyers – Law firm primarily representing public entities and small businesses in employment law, civil rights

The 2010-2011 NAWBO-NNM Board of Directors

President…..Robin Dozier Otten

Past President…..Mary Rutland

President-Elect…..Debbie Maestas-Traynor

Secretary…..Johanna Tighe

Treasurer…..Sandie Loewenthal

Director of Member Services…..Donna Luke

Director of Public Policy…..Samantha Lapin

Director of Education and Leadership…..Lorraine Ell

Director of Economic Development…..Merri Jean Jones

Director of International Opportunities…..Kay Carrico

Director of Communications…..Barbara Kline

Liaison to FEE…..Sandy Schargel

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: