As we look back in a time of reflection, we can look forward and see that this was one of those years where there were tough times for many and exciting times for others. As we wrap up what has been an immensely difficult year for many around the world in construction, we are happy to bring it to a close.
We want to wish our construction community a Happy New Year and thank you for your year-round support and dedication for the past and the upcoming year.
During this upcoming year, our focus is adding membership value to opportunities created by the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law and Justice 40 initiatives. Next year is promising to be the best year ever for our association and partners.
Along with all the new promises that this New Year will bring we continue to pray for love, peace, and prosperity of mind, body, and spirit for you and your family while remembering tough times never last in construction, but tough people do.
As we look back on yesterday, we are reminded that Ecclesiastes 3;15, states the God requires an account of what is past; therefore, our Nabwic Annual Meeting is being held on January 18-20, 2023, in Orlando Florida, this is our call to action, so join us as we celebrate the New Year and give an account of the past year, details at nabwic.org.
NABWIC NATIONAL CAPITAL REGION (NCR) HOLDS NOVEMBER MEET AND GREET WITH NEW MEMBERS
Recap by Dawn Walker
The NABWIC National Capitol Region held a dynamic Meet and Greet on Sunday, November 15, 2022, in Washington, DC. Members Queen McKnight, Nicole Earle, Gerald Barnes/ Larry Davis, and Dawn Tucker enthusiastically shared their successes as NABWIC members for less than 3 months. Larry Davis is the new NCR DJ with the best tunes-mixing business with party fun!
NCR Member Nicole Earle & Guest
Member Queen McKnight with Guest
NCR Member Queen McKnight
NCR Readying for Meet and Greet
NCR Members Gerald Barnes and Blair Thomas with Guest
[Member McKnight provides vision and mission]
NABWIC SUPPORTS MINORITY ENTERPRISE DEVELOPMENT WEEK (MED WEEK)
In December 1982, President Ronald Reagan issued a proclamation stating that the first full week of October was designated as national “Minority Enterprise Development Week” (MED Week) to recognize the tremendous contributions that minority business owners have made toward the continued economic development of our Nation. This national event was celebrated locally by South Florida Chapter and the Jacksonville Area.
South Florida Chapter Celebrates MedWeek
South Florida member poses with MEDWeek award winner
South Florida celebrates MEDWeek with MBDA
NABWIC members Ida Wright, Jackie Perry and Diane Flowers with Jaxport's Brian Williams
NABWIC Members Perry and Flowers with former owner of Edible Arrangements, Lauren Little
First Coast Business Alliance s Board members support MEDWeek in the Jacksonville community
NABWIC SOUTH FLORIDA CELEBRATES MEMBER OF THE YEAR & ATTENDS GOAA CONFERENCE
South Florida continues to produce female champions in the industry. On a national level, South Florida member Dominique McNeil was recognized as NABWIC's Member of the year. She was subsequently celebrated and recognized during a local chapter celebration.
The chapter always strives to grow and develop both collectively and individually. In November, everal members of the chapter attended How to do Business with GOAA.
Shamelil Mattis with honoree Dominique McNeil
NABWIC Woman of the Year poses with members of S. Fla. Chapter
So. Fla attends Annual Greater Orlando Aviation (GOAA) Small Business Conference.
Woman in Spotlight, Laura Kelley, Executive Director, CFX, to be recognized during Transportation Luncheon
Laura Kelley has more than 30 years of experience in executive transportation management, helping shape national, state and local policy. In 2014, she was named the Central Florida Expressway Authority’s (CFX) first executive director, managing the daily operations of the agency’s 125-mile expressway system and $4 billion-dollar five-year work plan.
Under her leadership, the agency has adopted a “Customer First” philosophy leading to innovative programs such as the expansion of customer services by opening drive-up Reload Lanes on expressways, piloting the Visitor Toll Pass Program in partnership with the Orlando International Airport, and saving commuters millions of dollars through toll discounts.n Institute, the governing board for TeamFL, and the executive advisory board for Advancing Sustainability through Powered Infrastructure for Roadway Electrification (ASPIRE). She is a graduate of Florida State University’s College of Business.
Ms. Kelly will be spotlighted during our Nabwic Talks Radio, during our Wednesday Reception and during NABWIC's Billion Dollar Luncheon on Friday, January 20th.
The Spotlight Awardee would also like to invite you to join her for this special event. Use the button below to RSVP and reserve your spot for this virtual luncheon which will be held on the ZOOM platform.
For questions or additional information, contact events@nabwic.org
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