Networking Opportunities FAQ

What are some ways I can publicize news of my business to members?

  • Take a advertisement in the business directory.
  • Attend meetings where you have the chance to introduce yourself - and to become Member of the Month.
  • Donate a door prize.
  • Volunteer.
  • Take an ad in one of our publications.
  • Create a SIG.
  • Join a Mastermind group.
  • Become a WBO ambassador.

How can I promote my business at monthly meetings?

  • A networking table is available.
  • Drawings are made for Member of the Month.
  • Donate a door prize.

How do I become Member of the Month?
A member who is present at each monthly meeting is selected at through a business card draw. Ellen Cohen, who began Member of the Month in the 198';s, interviews the selected member who is highlighted in an article in the Networker and on the web site.

How much does it cost to be listed in the printed or online business directory?
One business directory listing is free with each paid membership. Business directory display ad costs vary. Every member is given a link to either her web site or email box from the WBO web site business directory.

What is a SIG? Mastermind group? WBO ambassador?

Special Interest Groups (SIGs) are informal groups of WBO members who have businesses in the same field or in related fields. Any WBO member who would like to join (or form) a SIG is encouraged to place an announcement in The Networker and on the web site, inviting members with businesses in the same field or related fields to contact her.

Mastermind groups (MMGs) are small groups of women who are dedicated to developing their businesses using a cross-mentoring approach. More information.

WBO ambassadors are members who represent WBO in the greater business community. WBO representatives regularly serve as liaisons to the Women's Legislative Briefing, the Montgomery County Women's Fair, the Rockville Chamber Women in Business Fair. WBO actively participates as members and sponsors in other organizations and is always open to lending our name and expertise to these groups.

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