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Being a member of NAWBO Nashville has been such a great decision for me. When I was getting started, it was invaluable to have all of this knowledge at my fingertips from the more experienced members. Now that I've been in business for a while, I value being able to share what I know. Every month, I learn something new I can use in my business, and the networking contacts alone have made it so worthwhile.
— Liz Jenkins, Franklin, TN

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    Are you one of 10.6 million women entrepreneurs in the United States?
    Are you looking for resources to grow your business?
    Are you looking to partner with another woman business owner on a new product or contracting opportunity? 
    If so, National Association of Women Business Owners ® (NAWBO ®) has the resources for you. 

    Since 1975, NAWBO has helped women evolve their businesses
    by sharing resources and providing a single voice to shape
    economic and public policy.  

     

    Membership Categories as of 1/1/11

    At-Large Member (Voting Member)

    Annual National dues = $220 NEW/$195 Renewal + $80 Nashville Dues   Click Here to Join

    • Business and residence are located outside of a Chapter’s organization territory (45 mile radius)
    • Individual, partner or stockholder who exercises the power to make policy decisions and is actively involved in the day-to-day management of the firm
    • Subscribes to the mission and vision of NAWBO
    • Files a schedule C or F, receives IRS Tax Form 1099 from client(s), or files corporate or partnership tax returns
    • Maintains an office (including home offices) or a business facility  

      

    Established Business Owner (Voting Member)

    Annual National dues = $200 NEW/$175 Renewal annually + $80 Nashville Dues     Click Here to Join

    • Owns an equity interest and actively participates in a business as a sole proprietor, an active partner of a partnership or active member of a limited liability company, an independent contractor, or a 5% or greater shareholder in a corporation
    • Subscribes to the mission and vision of NAWBO
    • Files a schedule C or F, receives IRS Tax Form 1099 from client(s), or files corporate or partnership tax returns
    • Maintains an office (including home offices) or a business facility
    • Is involved in the policy-making process and overall day-to-day management of the business
    • Has been a business owner for more than two (2) years

      

    Emerging Business Owner (Non-Voting Member)

    Annual National dues = $150 NEW/$125 Renewal + $80 Nashville Dues     Click Here to Join

    • A first time business owner with a new business less than two (2) years old, or who has not yet started her business

      

    Sustaining Member (Voting Member)

    Annual National Dues = $350 NEW/$325 Renewal + $80 Nashville Dues     Click Here to Join

    • Owns an equity interest and actively participates in a business as a sole proprietor, an active partner of a partnership or active member of a limited liability company, an independent contractor, or a 5% or greater shareholder in a corporation
    • Subscribes to the mission and vision of NAWBO
    • Files a schedule C or F, receives IRS Tax Form 1099 from client(s), or files corporate or partnership tax returns
    • Maintains an office (including home offices) or a business facility
    • Is involved in the policy-making process and overall day-to-day management of the business
    • Has been a business owner for more than two (2) years
    • Wishes to support the organization in a larger monetary way

      

    Supporting Member (Non-Voting Member)

    Annual National Dues = $200 NEW/$175 Renewal + $80 Nashville Dues     Click Here to Join

    • A non-business owner who subscribes to the objectives of NAWBO and wish to lend support to NAWBO through membership
    • Only paper applications are accepted for Supporting Membership and require chapter approval for acceptance; contact your local chapter to apply as a Supporting Member
    • This category is not available through the online application and must be submitted to your local chapter for preapproval  PDF

      

    Student Member (Non-Voting Member)

    Annual National Dues = $150NEW/$125 Renewal + $80 Nashville Dues       Click Here to Join

    • An individual who is registered full time at a school or university who subscribes to the objectives of NAWBO and intends to start a business
    • Proof of full-time student status is required
    •  This category is not available through the online application and must be submitted to your local chapter for preapproval  PDF