EmpowerHer ABWA Chapter
Orangeburg, SC
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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
2021-2022 National Recognition
Level 1 Best Practices in League Management Award
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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.
2019-2022 Level 1 Best Practice In League Management
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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Monthly "Empower Chat"
In-Person & Virtual
2nd Tuesday Monthly "Empower Chat"
Tuesday, June 13, 2023
Eventbrite Registration Link: https://bit.ly/3MWgqbn
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 & Virtual Event
6:30 p.m. EST – Networking Social & Hors d'oeuvres
7:00 p.m. – Professional Development Seminar
9:00 p.m. - Power Networking
Virtual Only Event "Empower Chat" Registration
Register Cash App or Eventbrite
Virtual: $10 ABWA Members & Guest
Virtual: $5.00 Students
Tuesday: June 13, 2023
Eventbrite Registration Link: https://bit.ly/3MWgqbn
Cash App: $EmpowerHerABWA
(Include Name, Event Date, Cell and Email)
In Person Location: Thee Matriarch Bed & Breakfast
1170 Fischer St., Orangeburg, SC 29115
2023 Diamonds & Pearls Brilliance Awards,
Woman of the Year, Top Ten, and Protégé' Salute!
5th Anniversary Celebration Events
Friday, May 19, 2023
Meet & Greet Social
Time: 6:30pm - 9:00pm
NEW Location: D&B Fried Fish & Seafood,
851 John C. Calhoun, Orangeburg, SC 29115
FREE All are welcomed. Invite Friends. A la Carte
Saturday, May 20
Join Us in Saluting Women of Excellence!
Time: 5:00 PM EST Sip & Shop Welcome Reception
6:00 PM Salute Begins!
5th 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, May 21
Sunday Brunch
Time: 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Location: Thee Matriarch Bed & Breakfast,
1170 Fischer St., Orangeburg, SC 29115
RSVP By 5/19: $30.00 Members & Guest
Registration
Eventbrite: https://bit.ly/3FYnhNA
Registration Cash App: $EmpowerHerABWA
(Must include Name, Phone and Email)
EmpowerHer ABWA Chapter
🔹Call: 803-937-1747
🔹Email: [email protected]
ABWA Changing women’s lives. . . one woman at a time.©
You are cordially invited you to join us
Thursday, March 16, 2023
South Carolina
Inaugural ABWA Day at the State House
& Celebrating Women~Transforming Lives
Luncheon, Keynote Speaker and Reception
In-Person Registration Deadline - March 12th
Virtual Registration Deadline - March 16th
The purpose of ABWA Day at the State House is to raise awareness, inspire and celebrate the contributions that women have made in the workforce in South Carolina and recognize the specific achievements women have made over the course of South Carolina history in a variety of occupations.
In-Person AGENDA: South Carolina Inaugural ABWA Day at the State House & Celebrating Women~Transforming Lives Luncheon and Reception
When: Thursday, March 16, 2023
Schedule of Activities
Event #1 – SC State House
Where: The South Carolina State House – 1100 Gervais St., Columbia, SC 29208
Parking: Metered Parking on Senate St. and Sumter St. Also garage parking near the State House. Note: Quarters are needed for metered street parking.
Visitor Entrance: Public entrance on the Sumter St. side of the building.
9:00 AM - Meet & Greet at the State House - 2nd Floor House of Representatives
10:00 AM - House of Representatives Visit, Group & Chapter Photos
Event #2 - Luncheon
Where: Brookland Conference Center – 1066 Sunset Blvd, West Columbia, SC 29169
12 Noon - 3:00 PM - Registration, Luncheon, Reception and On-Site Vendors.
Parking: Free parking on-site.
ZOOM Virtual Luncheon Registration 12 EST/ 11AM CST: www.EmpowerHerABWAChapter.org
Congratulations
EmpowerHer ABWA Chapter
2022 Woman of the Year
Annie M. Bovain
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.
Congratulations
EmpowerHer ABWA Chapter
2023 ABWA Top Ten
Brenda E. Austin
Member Orientation
Monday, February 27, 2023
EmpowerHer ABWA Chapter Members
Date: Monday, February 27, 2023
Time: 6:00 PM EST - 7:00 PM EST
Zoom Registration: https://bit.ly/3Z6LeKi
Merry & Bright Holiday Social
Tuesday, December 13, 2022
An evening of Good...
Fun! Games! Prizes! Food!
Date: Tuesday, December 13, 2022
Time: 6:30 PM EST- 9:00 PM
In-Person: $20.00 ABWA Members & Guest
Virtual: $10.00 Non-Local Members & Guest Only
(Everyone Welcomed)
Includes Hors d'oeuvres & Beverages
In-Person Registration by Friday 12/9/2022
Eventbrite Registration: https://bit.ly/3ABQdIt
CashApp: $EmpowerHerABWA -Include Name & Cell
Location: Thee Matriarch Bed & Breakfast
1170 Fischer St., Orangeburg, SC 29115
EmpowerHer ABWA Chapter
Relax ~ Revive ~ Rejuvenate
Getaway & Gift Basket Fundraiser
Up to 3 Chances to WIN!
Final Drawing: September 1
Drawings: July 1, August 1 & September 1
Click Here to View our WINNERS
Help support the advancement of Women in Professional and Leadership Development in the EmpowerHer ABWA Chapter.
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1 Ticket - $25 Donation
Buy 4 get 1 FREE - $100 Donation
Eventbrite: https://bit.ly/3xRpwgG
Cash App: $RABWAEmpowerHer
(Include Name, Cell and Number of Tickets)
Call: 803-937-1747 or contact an EmpowerHer ABWA Member
Presented by the
EmpowerHer ABWA Chapter
Rachelle Jamerson-Holmes
Approved Candidate for
National Vice President
"Leading by Example"
American Business Women's Association
National Women's Leadership Conference
Sept 8 -10, 2022
Westminster Colorado
Click to view Bio: https://empowerherabwachapter.vistaprintdigital.com/meet-our-founder-and-visionary
In Person: 4th Anniversary & Sisterhood Reunion
All Members and Guest Welcomed
Date: Saturday, July 30, 2022
Time: 4:00 PM EST - 7:00 PM EST
Admission: FREE EmpowerHer Members
$10.00 Guest/Non-Members
Registration: https://bit.ly/3P1NywM
Location: Thee Matriarch Bed & Breakfast,
1170 Fischer St., Orangeburg, SC 29115
Join the Conversation!
Explore the Benefits of Hybrid Meetings
Virtual Event
Monday, July 25, 2022
7:00 PM -8:00 PM EST
Conversation Zoom Registration https://bit.ly/3B6vZYo
EmpowerHer ABWA Chapter
Celebrates our Founder & Chapter Advisor
Rachelle Jamerson-Holmes
2021-2022 District 1 Vice President
A Salute to the Atlanta Area Council
42nd Annual District 1 Vice President Celebration.
Join us and share your congratulatory note by adding a message, photos, GIF or a video on our Kudoboard digital greeting card.
Click the link to leave your message https://www.kudoboard.com/boards/aHG728WR
(Then click +ADD to board tab at the top to leave your note)
**Rachelle's Congratulations Kudoboard**
2022 Virtual Brilliance Awards,
Woman of the Year Salute
& 4th Anniversary Celebration
Sunday, June 26, 2022
Join us in Saluting Women of Excellence!
Time: 5:30 PM EST Welcome Reception
6:00 PM EST Celebration Begins!
Virtual Admission: $25.00
Registration: Eventbrite: https://bit.ly/3aNk46M
Cash App: $EmpowerHerABWA (Must include Name, Phone and Email to receive Zoom Link)
EmpowerHer ABWA Chapter
🔹Call: 803-937-1747
🔹Email: [email protected]
ABWA Changing women’s lives. . . one woman at a time.©
Founders' Day 2022
Celebrating Women Empowering Women
"Phenomenal EmpowerHer Women, This Is Us!"
Date: Tuesday, March 29, 2022
Time: 6:30 PM EST - Ice Breaker & Appetizers
7:00 PM EST - Celebrating Women, Fun, Games & Prizes
Virtual Admission: $10.00 ABWA Members & Guest
Everyone Welcomed. Eventbrite Registration: https://bit.ly/3CsTIRb
OUR 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.
It's A Boy - Virtual Baby Shower for Roshonda Collins!
Date: Sunday, January 30, 2022
Time: 5:00 PM - 6:30 PM EST
Zoom Registration: https://bit.ly/3mHuVCt
Baby Registry Gifts for Baby Myles!
Click the Registry Tab, then Baby Register Tab and registry name is Roshonda Collins.
AMAZON: https://www.amazon.com/baby-reg/3AHFB3FZC3ZFZ
Walmart: https://www.walmart.com/registry/BR/ca90376d-87f5-4ebd-84d6-1fb039397804
Target: https://www.target.com/gift-registry/gift/rcollinsbabyregistry
Roshonda Cash App: $ShondaC88
Holiday Social & Celebration
Date: Tuesday, December 14, 2021
Time: 6:30 PM - 9:00 PM EST - Holiday Celebration
Admission: $10.00
Location: Thee Matriarch Bed & Breakfast
1170 Fischer St., Orangeburg, SC 29115
Eventbrite Registration: https://bit.ly/3cMvSEb
Cash App: $EmpowerHerABWA (Add Name & Phone Number)
Conversation on Life After Military Service
Monday, November 22, 2021
6:30 EST PM Networking
7:00 PM EST Join the Conversation
Monday, November 22, 2021
Join us for a Conversation on Life After Military Service.
A conversation with women veterans and the transition to Civilian life.
Moderator: Dr. Gail Hamilton
CAPT (ret) Gail Hamilton United States Public Health Service
Host: Jeanette Brown, Co-Chair EmpowerHer ABWA GEMS Committee
6:30 PM EST - Networking
7:00 PM - 8:00 PM - Join the Conversation
Veteran Panelist: Pamela Johnson, Shirley Linwood, Carol Cade, Melinda C. Ryans, Desiree Fulton, and Michelle Dirks
Attendees: Everyone Admission: FREE
Zoom Registration: https://bit.ly/31YMiXP
A Conversation with AARP!
Date: October 25, 2021
Time: 6:30 PM EST - Networking
7:00 PM EST - Join the Conversation
Admission: FREE
Zoom Registration: https://bit.ly/3iZbQdc
It's Time to Reimagine Your Future!
Virtual Vision Board Party
"Show Up for Your Life"
with Host: Rachelle Jamerson-Holmes
Dream It, Believe It. Achieve It.
Friday, October 8, 2021
6:30 PM EST: Virtual Party Dream BIG Ice-Breaker
7:00 PM EST: Guided Vision Board Party
Zoom Registration: https://bit.ly/2XStnvY
Virtual Supplies Needed
Join the Conversation
Virtual Event
Monday, September 20, 2021
6:30 PM EST: Networking
7:00 PM EST: Conversation
Zoom Registration: https://bit.ly/3tJj49e
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