December, 2014 News

TOGETHER. SHAPING THE FUTURE.
TRENDING INFORMATION

According to American Express OPEN's report "State of Women-Owned Business" the number of women starting businesses is growing at a rapid rate.  The report also highlights the phenomenal growth of companies owned by women of color. Although businesses owned by women of color are smaller than non-minority women-owned businesses both in terms of average employment and revenues, their growth in number and economic clout is generally far outpacing that of all women-owned firms.   READ MORE

FAWP PUBLISHED MAGAZINE
Coming in 2015!

The 2015 publication will be released in January.  

We extend a special thank you to our magazine team of writers and supporters: Saria Canady, Ayanna Jackson, Tina Douglas, Chardee Sneed, Juliet Charney, Briana Myrie, Robyn Norwood and the Federal Home Loan Bank for sponsorship.
WEOP Welcomes our new Members

Larry Bennett

Lymon Ball

Brenda Hampton

Gina Jamison

Mindy Godwin

Sinclair St. Thomas

Crystal Shepherd

Valerie Vann

Keshia Walker

Special for New WEOP Members
Join WEOP today for a special membership fee of $69.00.  If you join this month, you will not have to renew until 2016!  CLICK TO JOIN

 

 

 
Special Thanks to our Speakers & Supporters
We had a great time at the "4 WOSB" event on November 10, 2015 at Georgia Power.  We extend a special thank you to our sponsor Georgia Power and  Glenda Stinson.  We also extend a thanks to our great speakers Cherelle Cortez, Shelandra Cornick, Karlyn D. Henderson, Johari Soward, Glenda Stinson, Kelly Green, Keshia Walker, Kimberly Hopper, Celest Turner, Erika Smith,Tai Thomas and the volunteers that made this event a success. As we move into 2015, we wish you all a safe and happy holiday season!

We look forward to another great year of supporting the economic growth of women in the community.

WEOP Team!!
Seeking Women Entrepreneurs in the Construction Industry for special Program!
JE Dunn Anounces special program 

You are invited to apply for the Minority Contractor Business Development (MCBD) program conducted by J.E. Dunn Construction.  The program will be  facilitated by industry professionals.  The goal of the the program is educate and empower (MBE) minority business enterprises and (WOSB)  women owned small businesses to develop soft skills to compete with contractors in the construction industry.  Please click below for the application and additional details: The application deadline: Monday, December 22, 2014 - click to review application and contact information:  

 

2015  C A L E N D A R OF ACTIVITIES
BUSINESS CONTRACT PERFORMANCE ASSESSMENT WORKSHOP
January 7, 2015 - 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 noon
FREE!!
 A special workshop to prepare your business for contract opportunities. This specialized hands on workshop is designed to help you evaluate your ability to pursue contracts with the federal government or in the private sector.

You will understand your options and learn strategies to position your business to compete for contracts and subcontracting opportunities.  This workshop is also for individuals seeking project work with prime contractors.

Workshop Instructors: Stacy and Roger Vaugh, D-Unity group.  The Vaughn's have twenty years of contracting experience and a proven track record in helping businesses secure contract opportunities.
ANNOUNCING 2015 CONTRACTING TRAINING!!
Business Contract Training Program (BCP)
  January 22, 2015
READY TO GROW YOUR BUSINESS WITH CONTRACTS!! This specialized program will help you acquire the knowledge and skills to successfully compete for contracts and business opportunities in  the federal and private sectors. 

This series begins with 5 weeks of class sessions at Atlanta Technical College. The training also includes specialized business workshops, mentoring and technical coaching.  We have a host of partners that will provide you with business resources. The total cost of the program is $350.00 and partial scholarships are available if you qualify. 

Click below to complete the information sheet, we will contact you to further discuss.
QUESTIONNAIRE
RESOURCE CORNER

Answers to your pressing questions!

Q. I want to start a business in Georgia - where can I go for information?
A. If you are seeking to start, grow or expand a business in Georgia, the following website is filled with information and resources: www.georgia.org

Q.  I am seeking an online resource to get career information - can you recommend a website?
A.  The Department of Labor has a great site to help you explore careers, education, training and a host of resources.  I recommend that you visit the following site: