As the results are coming in from NABWIC’s celebration of Women’s History Month, our chapters, areas, and nationally we are experiencing an increase in exposure of our brand, increased awareness, an increase in memberships, and also increased partnerships. This increase in membership and partnerships is the foundation of our organization.
Our members often find it easy to start businesses, but the challenge and opportunity for growth are in the creation and building of the foundation that we lay for our construction businesses. We are finding that the foundation is strengthened with our civic involvement, political awareness, and by providing client support.
For example, our newsletter this month is highlighting some of the impacts we are having in our organization, especially member to member benefits wherein two of our members have been positively impacted by, the local activities, national billion-dollar luncheon in port opportunities, and our SIEMENS partnership, wherein, one member received a contract, while another member received a grant through the MBDA, funded by SIEMENS.
Needless to say, we are building a stronger foundation of cultural diversity, which enriches us all. We are also building a stronger foundation, on both sides of the aisle and in the middle. This allows our members to build and foster strategic relationships and partnerships among small and large corporations, within our membership. This is a member-to-member benefit.
To summarize, foundations are critical and are the building blocks for success. It’s time to spring into action to create, build, and renovate a stronger foundation.
Walt Disney said it well, “You can dream, create, design, and build the most wonderful place in the world. But it requires people to make the dream a reality.” Therefore if you are not a member or partner, and looking for value-added benefits, join us. This is your call to action.