Wells Fargo
In support of Wells Fargo's partnership with NAWBO, we invite NAWBO members to apply for our BusinessLine line of credit at a special savings. We will waive your opening fee, normally $150-$250, through this online offer.
Use the BusinessLine line of credit to manage the ongoing financing needs of your business. You'll have easy access to up to $100,000 cash for any business purpose. Supplement your cash flow, buy inventory, or expand your business - without cash advance fees. The BusinessLine unsecured line of credit is designed for established businesses over three years old. For information on the Official NAWBO/Wells Fargo Women's Loan Program, call Wells Fargo's Women's Business Services at 1-800-35-WELLS, ext. 120 or go to: www.wellsfargo.com/biz/jump/bln/nawbo.jhtml
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Wachovia
Uncommon Approach, Sharing all we know, understanding all you need.
What are the advantages of doing business with Wachovia? We can help you pull it all together, with a complete range of financial products and services, along with people, ideas and a commitment to customer service that you can trust. As one of the largest financial companies with East Coast Financial Centers from Connecticut to Florida and now in Texas, Wachovia is proud to be national corporate partner of the National Association of Women Business Owners. Our goal is to deliver what you want from a financial partner -- simple access to financial services and advice for your business or for you personally. For more information, click here.
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Principal Financial Group
We Understand What You're Working For.
With the focus on growing businesses, the goal of the Principal Financial Group is to help businesses and individuals meet their financial goals. For NAWBO business owners, the Principal Financial Group offers a full range of products, including group retirement solutions, group insurance benefits, key employee benefits and business protection programs. For your personal needs, The Principal provides personal retirement solutions, mutual funds, life and disability insurance, banking products and online brokerage. The Principal is proud to be a corporate sponsor of NAWBO and encourages members to call our NAWBO hotline at 1-877-475-3444, visit our web site at http://www.principal.com/ to learn more about our products, or locate a representative for your local chapter at http://www.principal.com/womeninbiz/nawboreps.htm.
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Office Depot
Office Depot is proud to salute women in business and partner with leading women’s business associations across the country, such as NAWBO. It is our mission to support the growth of women in business by providing innovative products, services, and resources, such as Office Depot’s ADVANTAGE program, which helps women in business manage their bottom line. It’s free, easy to join, and you can get up to 10% back in Rewards no matter how you shop: online, by phone or in-store. Rewards can be used towards any Office Depot purchase. Be sure to sign up today at www.officedepot.com/Advantage. Using your special NAWBO Group code 90596!
Office Depot’s annual Success Strategies for Businesswomen Conference, now in it’s 6th year, creates an incomparable environment where women in business come together to gain practical knowledge, network and generate ideas. This year it will be held March 26-28, 2006 in Fort Lauderdale/Hollywood, FL. For more information and to learn about special conference pricing, please visit www.officedepotsuccess.com. We also encourage you to visit Office Depot’s Online Business Center and Web Café online seminars where you will find a wealth of information and everything you need to reach your business goals at www.officedepot.com. With annual sales approaching $14 billion and over 1000 stores in 23 countries, Office Depot provides more office products and services to more customers in more countries than any other company, delivering winning solutions that inspire worklife.
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Guardian Life Insurance of America
The Tomorrows You Want Begin With You... Go There With Guardian
Guardian Life Insurance Company of America has a longstanding commitment to helping women business owners to grow their business and prepare for their financial futures and will work with you in areas that are most important to you: investments, retirement planning, business succession planning, life insurance protection, estate planning, employee benefit programs, and special needs planning. Guardian is also dedicated to promoting entrepreneurship and financial literacy for young women through the Girls Going Places Scholarship Program. Each year Guardian awards scholarships to girls ages 12 to 18 that demonstrate budding entrepreneurship, financial independence and outstanding community service. NAWBO members are welcome to call 212-598-7881 for information about how Guardian can help you create a plan to meet current needs and future aspirations. Please click here for information about Guardian, and click here for more information about the Girls Going Places College Scholarship Program.
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Mirassou Winery
The Mirassou family has been growing grapes and crafting superior wines since 1854, earning them the proud distinction of being America’s oldest winemaking family. Throughout its business legacy, the family has depended on the optimistic vision of women in the family. Mirassou Winery is proud to present the second-annual NAWBO/Mirassou Winery Business Optimist Award, established to recognize businesswomen who have overcome adversity, and to honor those women who view the glass half full. The award will be presented at the 2005 Women's Business Conference, held in Orlando, FL from June 9-11, 2005, with the winner receiving $10,000 and a trip to the conference. Last year’s winner was Deborah Naybor, a land surveyor from Alden, NY, who was selected from more than 120 entries. Naybor utilized the award to start a grassroots nonprofit organization that helps create self-sustaining income for destitute villages. Please click here for more information.
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Verizon SuperPages
Verizon SuperPages introduced a new section that highlights businesses at least 51% owned by women or minorities. Located before the yellow pages, it allows consumers to easily identify and find businesses in this category.
As a global company serving millions of customers, Verizon recognizes the importance of cultivating women- and minority-owned businesses. This section was born of a commitment on the part of Verizon to supporting diversity in the marketplace.
The goal of this section is to provide you with information about the products and services you seek, while simultaneously invigorating the local women/minority-owned business community. Please click here for more information.
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Wal-Mart Stores, Inc.
Wal-Mart Stores, Inc. operates Wal-Mart Stores, Supercenters, Neighborhood Markets and SAM’S CLUBS in all fifty states. Internationally, the company operates in Puerto Rico, Canada, China, Mexico, Brazil, Germany, United Kingdom, Argentina and South Korea. The company's securities are listed on the New York and Pacific stock exchanges under the symbol WMT. Last year, Wal-Mart Stores, Inc., contributed more than $150 million to support communities and local non-profit organizations. Customers and associates raised an additional $70 million at stores and clubs. More information about Wal-Mart can be located on- line at http://www.walmartstores.com and http://www.walmart.com. The SAM'S CLUB Web site can be accessed at http://www.samsclub.com. And more information about Wal-Mart's Good Works community involvement is available online at http://www.walmartfoundation.org.
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AXA
At AXA Financial and our family of companies, we seek to set the standard in providing financial advice and solutions to clients. A member of the global AXA Group, AXA Financial had over $551.28 billion in assets under management as of September 30, 2004. Through our national network of financial professionals, AXA Financial will offer services to help NAWBO members meet their financial planning, asset management, wealth accumulation, estate and retirement planning needs.
We are successful thanks to the dedication of our associates and employees who share a commitment to client service, to delivering economic performance, and to each other - to support a culture of inclusion that respects and embraces perspectives of all people...period.
Working to foster a diverse organization where the characteristics that make us unique, such as age, color, race, physical ability, gender, belief, style of thought, sexual orientation, and educational background are valued as contributing to our talents, enables us to better develop and leverage people from all backgrounds. It is central to growing our business, serving our clients, attracting and retaining talent, and achieving our mission - to be the most sought-after firm in the financial services industry.
At AXA Financial, our work is about more than talk and strategy - it's about making futures happen. Visit the AXA Financial website at www.axaonline.com.
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CNA
From the world’s largest corporations to entrepreneurial start ups, CNA has been helping businesses manage risks for over 100 years. Our experience, diverse portfolio of property and casualty business coverages, and commitment to claims excellence second to none, give our policy holders a single source advantage for tailored insurance programs and fast and responsive claim handling.
As the 4th largest US commercial lines insurer, with over $11 billion in revenues, over 12,000 employees world wide, and an "A" rating for financial strength, CNA is poised to handle the business insurance needs of NAWBO members.
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U.S. Postal Service ®
It’s never been easier for businesses—small and large—to ship packages via the U.S. Postal Service ®. Today's world is a busy place. When you don't always have time to get to the Post Office, usps.com brings the Post Office to you. Visit www.usps.com to print shipping labels, pay for postage using Click-N-Ship and even schedule a free Carrier Pick Up. Let the Postal Service bring the convenience of the post office right to your office.
Helping you grow your business is our focus. The Postal Service is a resource to help you learn to plan and send Direct Mail campaigns that attract and retain customers. Direct Mail is a proven and cost effective way to help your business grow. Just visit www.usps.com/directmail where you’ll find a guide to get started on a mail campaign, suggestions on design templates and some answers to frequently asked questions. If you are already sold on the effectiveness of Direct Mail or just need a refresher course, sign up for one of our Mail Made Easy seminars by calling 1-866-479-2667. These seminars are held in cities across the country throughout the year by U.S. Postal Service Direct Mail specialists.
