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WPO Corporate Rate Now Available at Germain Hotels for All WPO Members!

Germain Hotels is pleased to extend an exclusive Corporate Rate agreement to all WPO members during their stays in Canada. Simply visit www.germainhotels.com and choose your desired hotel (Le...

@giana December 17, 2024

Do you need help designing your chapter retreat? Life Strategy Coach Donna Carlson has retreats on the books in Napa, Colorado Springs, and the South of France

The art of a chapter retreat is in getting out of your normal world to reset. That's why I've created a few experiences for my CEO coaching clients that you might want to replicate for your group: a...

@donnacarlson360 December 12, 2024

El Encuentro 2025: Camino de Santiago

Have you ever dreamt of doing the Camino de Santiago? We are delighted to invite you to El Encuentro, an exclusive journey of authentic leadership and self-awareness. In partnership with IE...

@valeria December 4, 2024

What was one small but impactful action you took at the beginning of your business that made a significant difference over time?

@giana November 22, 2024

Bariatric Surgery

Hello, My name is Liz Lewis and I am a the founder & Owner at Liz Lewis Casting Partners. I am working on a documentary-style commercial where they are looking to feature real patients in the...

@liz November 19, 2024

What do you think is the most important trait for a successful entrepreneur, and why?

In honor of Global Entrepreneurship Week (November 18-24), we’re celebrating the incredible journeys of women entrepreneurs in the WPO community. We want to hear your insights: What do you believe is...

@giana November 18, 2024

Seeking a business coach

Hi WPO team, I have made several changes at my company CDMS, an Environmental and Safety services company. Looking into next year and beyond, I really think the company and I can benefit from a...

@sajama November 9, 2024

WPO Harvard program - are there directions?

I logged in, clicked on interesting topics/headlines, and then realized that there seems to be more to it than just articles? Are there directions somewhere? thanks! Miranda

@mberner November 6, 2024

Get Certified in Mental Health First Aid (US only)

Like CPR, MHFA trains lay people how to recognize & respond to mental health challenges. More productivity is lost due annually (12 days per year) due to Mental Health Challenges than any other...

@kandyhirsch October 30, 2024

CONSUMER GOODS TRADE SHOWS IN USA

Hi We are involved in the fast-moving consumer goods industry for the last 28 years. We are continuously looking to add new and innovative products to our range. Please could you provide some insight...

@gail October 29, 2024

New Book: TRUSTED The Proven Path to Customer Loyalty and Business Growth

I’m excited to share that I’ve written a new book, called Trusted: The Proven Path to Customer Loyalty and Business Growth and I wanted you and WPO to be among the first know about it. The official...

@noldfield October 28, 2024

Reality Pod Cast

NOW CASTING NATIONWIDE - Business Experts To Host A New Podcast! The host should have knowledge in the financial world (capital markets, mergers, acquisitions). Preferably someone with a...

@liz October 25, 2024

Need F&B Internship for Engineering Student

Hello, I am hoping to help my neice (18) who is looking for a Food/Bev Internship for Summer 2025. She is currently at Columbia University (Ivy School, NYC) and studying Engineering. Looking for a...

@catherine.glowczewski October 8, 2024

Flywheel Workshop - PROMO for WPO members

Hi there, I'm running a Workshop on Jim Collins Flywheel Framework for female business leaders. I'm offering a 50% promo for all WPO members, please use code WPOGBL2024. The code is exclusively for...

@sandra.wear October 7, 2024

WPO SME Rise Summit, October 10th, Porto, Portugal

Hi there! If you happen to be in Europe next week, we´d love to invite you to join us at the WPO SME Rise Summit on October 10th in Porto, Portugal About the SME RISE SUMMIT Sponsored by Coca Cola,...

@vrodriguezcodina October 2, 2024

Cash Flow

Hi there, I'm new in WPO San Diego Chapter, I would like to discuss on cash flow management for women-led businesses, a critical area that impacts the sustainability and growth of our organizations....

@maria September 25, 2024

2024 EEF Follow-up: How Are You Driving Your Team's Flywheel?

In his keynote at this year's EEF in Colorado Springs, Jim Collins shared the concept of the "Flywheel" — a powerful tool to identify and focus on the key components that drive growth and success....

@giana September 12, 2024

Frank Lloyd Wright Foundation Seeks New CEO

The Frank Lloyd Wright Foundation, based in Scottsdale, AZ, seeks a visionary and exceptional organizational leader to serve as its next President & CEO. Interested candidates can learn more about...

@christinal September 9, 2024

Solved Rescue my W/H and Inventory Team

Hello WPO Sisters, We have grown faster than our Wharehouse and Inventory team could keep up with and so many best practices and processes were lost or dropped as new staff tried to keep up with...

@catherine.glowczewski August 28, 2024

Board Retreat - January

Seeking recommendations for a venue in Florida to host a Board Retreat. We are a small group of 5-6 Board Members, plus partners, so 10-12 total. I'm looking for a place to enjoy the warmth and...

@linda August 17, 2024

Optimizing Your Website for Success: Insights from Our Web Audits

Hello WPO Ladies, In today’s digital-first world, your website is often the first impression potential customers have of your business. But it’s not just about attracting new customers—your website...

@lisa August 13, 2024

Contract and compliance Technology

Please contact me should you require assistance with global contract management, compliance or contract management/compliance software tools. Zinta@richeattorneys.co.za

@zinta August 13, 2024

Seeking Business Owner Successfully Leading A Hybrid Team

Hi Fellow WPO Ladies, I hope you are doing well! My chapter is looking for a business owner who is successfully leading a hybrid team and willing to speak and share her best practices at our...

@merilee July 26, 2024

Good course for developing our personal leadership skills

@sam July 16, 2024

AI

We would love a resource for a client regarding the most useful AI tools. We know some of the apps, however, we would love more guidance on how to use AI most effectively. If you have a consultant in...

@noel July 5, 2024

Leadership

Building leadership skills within the team.

@julie July 2, 2024

Seeking to connect with other Commercial Furniture Service / Office Service Companies

Greetings to all members! I'm the President and CEO of a commercial furniture service, moving, and product company based in Calgary, Alberta, Canada. As a WPO member and proud Ambassador, I'm eager...

@jaclyn June 28, 2024

Event in Porto, Portugal (October 10th, 2024) -Speaking Engagement Opportunity

@vrodriguezcodina June 26, 2024

Multi-State Vehicle Insurance

Hello, I am interested in how other leaders with a fleet of vehicles in different states with drivers from different states structure their automotive insurance policies. I would greatly appreciate...

@dhuffman June 25, 2024

Growing sales in a new vertical

Is it better to research, set up and build the baseline for a new vertical for sales growth or hire an expert in that area to help navigate the new market?

@parminder.batra June 11, 2024

new strategies for deve

@edibe.keles June 5, 2024

FAR and DFARS compliance vendors

Hi ! We are looking to get into federal contracting and I understand that we need to have our FAR and DFARS compliance in place before we would be able to either directly contract with the govt or...

@sajama May 30, 2024

OPPORTUNITY TO SHOWCASE YOUR BRAND - SEEKING WINE AND BEVERAGE CULINARY OFFERS MAY 29 GBTA GLOBAL TRAVEL & HOSPITALITY $250 FOR A TABLE

This is an opportunity to showcase your product at the upcoming Culinary, Mixology, and Hospitality Showcase Event for the NYC Chapter of GBTA There are a maximum of 19 suppliers (of which 5+...

@naomi.glaser May 15, 2024

Apply to join the Association of Business Women in Commerce and Industry (ABWCI) delegation for the SelectUSA Investment Summit

The links won't work in the picture but here they are: If you cannot attend the virtual call, simply fill out the form here to be considered. For more information about the summit, click here.

@liz May 3, 2024

Selling on Amazon

Hi, I am considering selling our jewelry on Amazon. I would love to connect with folks who have experience on Amazon. What do you wish you had known before you launched? Do you have a 3P or an agency...

@ninacooper May 2, 2024

Mergers and acquisitions

Non profit organizations merger

@kcarpenter May 2, 2024

How to maximize profits and leverage WPO network for strategic growth

I'd like to understand how to utilize the WPO network most efficiently to do more business with WPO members and also create new revenue streams for my firm too.

@tech May 1, 2024

Navigating International Commercial Law and Contracts: Mitigating Risks for Business Success

In today's globalized business environment, companies often operate across multiple jurisdictions, each with its own set of laws, regulations, and cultural norms. International commercial law is a...

@zinta May 1, 2024

Aging

Listen to a most enlightening discussion with Dr. Hendrie Weisinger, aka Dr. Hank, about the importance of maintaining emotional intelligence (EI or EQ) as we age, as it can help us navigate the...

@sandi April 24, 2024

California SB 553 workplace violence law - offer related to July 1, 2024 deadline

Hi California WPO members, I wanted to reach out regarding a new legal requirement in California that may impact many of us in the state. Before July 1, 2024, almost all California employers with...

@sajama April 22, 2024

Aging

Aging is a natural process that affects everyone as they grow older. It involves genetic, environmental, and lifestyle factors contributing to body changes over time. The difficulty in accepting the...

@sandi April 15, 2024

Calling all Authors of WPO

Hi! There are likely so many authors within WPO, it would be great for you to introduce yourself and tell us a bit about your book. Looking forward to getting to know you. Cheering you on, Lisa I'm...

@thatlisabragg April 3, 2024

Strategic Growth for boutique sized law firm other than associates bringing in business?

I would like to learn more about strategic growth for a boutique sized law firm other than associates bringing in business.

@dcardi April 3, 2024

Self-Care

How do you prioritize self-care and maintain a healthy work-life balance as an entrepreneur?

@sara February 16, 2024

Adopting new tech

What challenges have you faced in adopting new technologies, and how have you overcome them?

@sara February 16, 2024

Supply chain disruptions

How do you handle supply chain disruptions?

@sara February 16, 2024

Motivation

How do you maintain morale and motivation among your team during challenging times?

@sara February 16, 2024

Financial Metrics

What financial metrics do you prioritize when evaluating the health of your business?

@sara February 16, 2024

Family Dynamics

How do you balance family dynamics with business decisions in a family-owned enterprise?

@sara February 16, 2024