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 ABWA MISSION

"The Mission of the American Business Women's Association is to bring together businesswomen of diverse occupations and to provide opportunities for them to help themselves and others grow personally and professionally through leadership, education, networking support, and national recognition.

 

 

 

EmpowerHer ABWA Chapter 

2022-2023 ABWA National Recognition

Level 1 Best Practices in League Management Award

5th Consecutive Year

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National Awards at ABWA 70th Anniversary Gala

2019 Brilliance Unleashed Award 

ABWA Top 10 Chapters 

The EmpowerHer Orangeburg Chapter of the American Business Women’s Association took home awards at the ABWA’s 70th year national gala. 

 

2019-2023 Level 1 Best Practices In League Management

2019 Brilliance Unleashed Award - ABWA Top Ten Chapters

 

Pictured from the left are ABWA National Executive Director Renee’ Street; Darlene Williams, chapter charter member, Rachelle Jamerson-Holmes, chapter founder and president, and Brenda Austin, chapter charter member and past treasurer.

 

In the News

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March "Empower Chat"

Virtual Only

2nd Tuesday Monthly "Empower Chat" 

Tuesday, March 12, 2024

In-Person & Virtual Event

Eventbrite Registration Link: TBA

Professional Development 

Enjoy personal and professional development speakers, power networking social and hors d'oeuvres

Learn about the EmpowerHer ABWA Chapter and our 

ABWA National Association.

In-Person and Virtual Event

6:30 p.m. EST – Networking Social

7:00 p.m. – Professional Development Seminar

  9:00 p.m. - Power Networking 

  "Empower  Chat" Registration 

Register Cash App or Eventbrite

Virtual: $10 ABWA Members & Guests

Virtual: $5.00 Students

Tuesday: March 12, 2024

Eventbrite Registration Link: TBA

Cash App: $EmpowerHerABWA 

(Include Name, Event Date, Cell and Email)

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Date: Monday, February 26, 2024

Time: 7:30 PM EST - Networking

           8:00 PM EST - Join the Conversation

Admission: FREE

Zoom Registration: https://bit.ly/3SXfqXI

Join the Conversation

Explore the Benefits of Hybrid Meetings

 

      "The Power of ABWA"  

Virtual Membership Interest Presentation

You're invited to learn more ABWA!

Date: TBA

Virtual Registration: TBA

6:45 PM EST: Networking

7:00 PM - 8:00 PM The Benefits of ABWA, Q&A and Prizes 

Admission: FREE -  Registration Required

Zoom details will be emailed once registration is completed. 

Reserve Your Seat Today via Zoom Link:  TBA

Email: EmpowerHerABWAChapter@gmail.com

Call: 803-937-1747

The Power of One!

Death Crawl Video: Movie Facing the Giants 

** We do not own the rights to this video**

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Thursday, March 7, 2024

Women's History Month Signature Event

 South Carolina 

2nd Annual ABWA DAY

At the State House 2024 

& Celebrating Women Luncheon

Thursday, March 7, 2024

Click for Details & Registration 

Time: 9:00 PM EST Meet & Greet at the State House

               10:00 PM EST House of Representative Visit

               12 - 3 PM EST Noon Luncheon & Reception 

**Vendor & Sponsorship Opportunities Are Available**

EmpowerHer ABWA Chapter 

🔹Call: 803-937-1747 or 803-387-6915

🔹Email: EmpowerHerABWAChapter@gmail.com

ABWA Changing women’s lives. . . one woman at a time.©

 

 2024 Diamonds & Pearls Brilliance Awards,

Woman of the Year, Top Ten,   and Protégé' Salute!  

6th Anniversary Celebration Events

Friday, June 28, 2024

Meet & Greet Social 

Time: 6:30pm - 9:00pm

Location: TBA  

FREE All are welcomed. Invite Friends.

Dinner: A la Carte 

Saturday, June 29, 2024

Join Us in Saluting Women of Excellence!

Time: 5:00 PM EST Sip & Shop Welcome Reception

           6:00 PM Salute Begins! 

           6th Anniversary Soiree immediately after           

In-Person Registration: $50.00 Members & Guest

                                           $25.00 Ages 18 & Below

Virtual Registration $25.00 Members & Guest 

Location: Roquemore Auditorium - Building R

Orangeburg-Calhoun Technical College

3250 St. Matthews Rd., Orangeburg, SC 29118

Attire: Classy Chic

Sunday, June 30, 2024

Sunday Brunch

Time: 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM 

Location: Thee Matriarch Bed & Breakfast, 

1170 Fischer St., Orangeburg, SC 29115

RSVP By 6/15: $30.00 Members & Guest

Registration                  

Eventbrite: TBA

Registration Cash App: $EmpowerHerABWA 

(Must include Name, Phone and Email)

EmpowerHer ABWA Chapter 

🔹Call: 803-937-1747

🔹Email: EmpowerHerABWAChapter@gmail.com

ABWA Changing women’s lives. . . one woman at a time.©

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Congratulations

EmpowerHer ABWA Chapter

2023 Woman of the Year 

Dr. Gail Hamilton

Recognized​ by the local ABWA chapter for her contributions to the EmpowerHer ABWA Chapter, ABWA National for the advancement for all Women and her community.   



Dr. Gail Hamilton

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Congratulations

EmpowerHer ABWA Chapter

2024 Top 10 Business Woman of ABWA 

Sonya Sims

Recognized​ by the local ABWA chapter for her contributions to the EmpowerHer ABWA Chapter, ABWA National for the advancement for all Women and her community.   

 

 

Sonya Sims 

 

Member Orientation 

TBA

EmpowerHer ABWA Chapter Members 

Date: TBA

Time: 6:00 PM EST - 7:00 PM EST 

Zoom Registration: TBA

 

 

 

Chapter: Business Meeting

Date: TBA

Time: 6:30 PM EST Networking

7:00 PM "Empower Chat"

8:30 PM "Business Meeting" 

Registration Required: Chapter  Members Only 

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Presented by the 

EmpowerHer ABWA Chapter 

Rachelle Jamerson-Holmes 

Approved Candidate for 

National President

 

"Visionary Leadership"

American Business Women's Association

National Women's Leadership Conference

Click to view Bio: https://empowerherabwachapter.vistaprintdigital.com/meet-our-founder-and-visionary

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You're Invited to Become a Member of the EmpowerHer Sisterhood

Connect, Join and Grow with the Women of EmpowerHer.

EmpowerHer ABWA Chapter Orangeburg, SC

Email: EmpowerHerABWAChapter@gmail.com

Phone & Fax: 803-937-1747       Website: www.EmpowerHerABWAChapter.org

Mailing Address: 891 Middleton St., Orangeburg, SC 29115

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