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UPCOMING SEPTEMBER MEETINGS

WHAT IS A FAMILY MEETING?
- and why is it so important
Wednesdays, September 9th and 23rd
8:15 am – 9:45 am
via Zoom

Our speaker for September is Miri Upton, Financial Adviser at Synergia Financial Group, LLC*.  Miri is a dedicated professional who works with individuals, families, and business owners to organize and simplify their financial lives. She has a proven effective career track including previously held positions with Wells Fargo Advisors, Smith Barney and PNC Investments. She currently holds Series 7 & 66 Registrations, Life, Health & Accident Insurance Licenses and has received the CRPC® and CRPS® designations.  Miri also serves as a Director on the MRCC Board.  In addition to learning about the critical nature of a family meeting, attendees will gain knowledge regarding family organization and the roles everyone will play, important documents families should have, and survivorship – what to do when something happens.  

Meet Miri:

Price for Members and Non Members
$10 pp
The MRCC is working diligently each day to keep members informed of ways to help their businesses during this pandemic, as well as their normal job of driving the machine that keeps WIBI running.  It is a not for profit organization and in the absence of in-person events that generate operating revenue, this $10 pp fee is our way of supporting the MRCC.

All are welcome so please bring a friend.  We hope to "see" you there!
Also note if you are a nonmember, attending a virtual meeting will not count toward your two allowed meetings before membership.

register september 9th

Register september 23rd

If you have any difficulty registering online, please contact ​Cassandra for assistance.

*Securities offered through Securities America, Inc., member FINRA/SIPC and advisory services offered through Securities America Advisors, Inc., Miri Upton, Representative. Synergia Financial Group, LLC and Securities America are unaffiliated. This site is published for residents of the United States and is for informational purposes only and does not constitute an offer to sell or a solicitation of an offer to buy any security or product that may be referenced herein. Persons mentioned on this website may only offer services and transact business and/or respond to inquiries in states or jurisdictions in which they have been properly registered or are exempt from registration. Not all products and services referenced on this site are available in every state, jurisdiction or from every person listed. The third-party comments displayed are not verified, may not be accurate and are not necessarily representative of our client experience.

OTHER NEWS AND UPCOMING EVENTS

WOMEN OWNED BUSINESS CERTIFICATION PANEL - IS CERTIFICATION A RIGHT MOVE FOR YOU?
Being certified as a women-owned business provides a direct line to corporate and government contracts.  In addition, certification comes with access to business development opportunities, training and resources.  It's a great opportunity to participate in the billions of dollars spent by large companies and governmental agencies on goods and services.

On October 14th we will hold a joint meeting featuring a panel of entrepreneurs discussing the potential benefits that certification as a women-owned business can bring, a well as the ins and outs of the certification process.  Our panelists have all been through the process and will share their experience as certified women business owners, as well as tips for helping you excel.  Time will be included for Q&A so bring your questions.

REGISTRATION AND MORE DETAILS WILL BE COMING SOON!
Watch your email and our web page to get registration details and event information as soon as they are available.
Not on our email list?  No problem!  Contact Wendy at the MRCC office and she will add you to the list.

OCTOBER IS THE MONTH TO GET SOCIAL!
Back by popular demand, plans are being made as we "speak" for another totally social WIBI event.  Mark your calendar for October 21st, and look for more info via email or on our web page.  We guarantee lots of fun, some networking and as always, a surprise or two.

​GOT GREAT IDEAS?  JOIN WIBI'S HOLIDAY PARTY PLANNING COMMITTEE
Join other WIBI members who have volunteered to be part of the committee to plan our December holiday social event.  If you are interested, please contact Beth Donalds today.

BE A 2021 SPEAKER
We are now putting together our 2021 speaker calendar!  If you are interested in sharing your expertise during our monthly meetings, submit your application today (these spots fill up fast).  Email Dianne McKim for details and the application form.

We will keep our meetings virtual based on social distancing guidelines until we get the green light to go live.

Our 2020 Community Partner Update

MENTORSHIP PANEL SERIES:
Success and Challenges for Women in Business

Our next panel discussion, Good Credit and Financing My Future, is planned for some time in September, a date to be determined once the girls are back in school. We are excited and honored to be a part of helping these extraordinary young ladies’ earn badges as they grow, learn, and prepare to be future leaders!

We will be providing a list of upcoming topics soon, as well as accepting applications for panelists.

Here are a few snapshots from our initial panel:

HIGHLIGHTS FROM OUR AUGUST MEETINGS

Our August meetings were well attended with a full screen for both.  The energy continues to be great, and the coffee dates are prevailing, proving yet again that the ladies of WIBI are dedicated professionals serious about excelling in their businesses!  Special thanks to Beth Donalds, MBA, CPA, The Business Doctor, for sharing her expertise and advise on taking charge of your business and driving success in the fourth quarter of 2020 and into 2021.  In conjunction with Beth's presentation we put a new twist to the "Let's Get Real" breakout session, and everyone was assigned an accountability partner to keep them focused and on track to achieving their goals!

​some highlights from 2019 . . .

WIBI PLANNING CALENDAR
Save the Dates!!

Our regularly scheduled meetings are held on the second and third Wednesday's of every month unless special events change the schedule.  See our FAQ's at the bottom of this page for more information.  ​

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WIBI FAQS:

• Our meetings are held on the 2nd and 3rd Wednesday of every month at 8:15 am-9:45 am. Plan on arriving before and staying after the meeting for schmooze time.
• You may register for either meeting but not both in any given month.
• All attendees must register…walk-ins are not permitted.
• Each meeting will be limited to 25 people.
• $10 registration fee includes a continental breakfast. 
• MRCC non-members may attend 2 meetings and then are required to join the MRCC.
• We will have 1 sponsorship opportunity each meeting which is a benefit of MRCC membership. You will have 5 minutes to showcase your business at both meetings.  The sponsorship fee is $75.

WIBI... Women in Business Supporting Women in Business!

“Individually, we are one drop. Together, we are an ocean.” … Ryunosuke Satoro

Appreciation goes out to our WIBI sponsors:

By participating in this event I expressly agree to allow mrcc to use my photograph(s), audio or video, in connection with any advertisement and promotion of this event or any legitimate purpose in all media without limitation including electronic publishing, or any future events of the mrcc without payment of any compensation or remuneration.

Thanks to Our Corporate Sponsors