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Editor's Note. This newsletter was originally sent July 4th, 2006 without receipt. It is now being resent. Please let us know of any technical issues you may encounter. Thank you so much for your business and support. --Tekelia C. Kelly
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"1st ANNUAL EMPOWERMENT LUNCHEON A GREAT SUCCESS!" SIB's “1st Annual Business Women’s Empowerment Luncheon, Mini-Tradeshow, and Youth Fundraiser” for Girls Inc.’s GirlVENTURE Entrepreneurship Academy has been deemed a great success by all those who shared the experience. The event took place June 15, 2006 at Bessie Smith Hall with Keynote Speaker Sandi Brock of the SEWBC, Honorable Representatives Tommi Brown and JoAnne Favors, Girl’s Inc President and CEO Maxine Bailey with staff and academy girls, Jacqueline Strong-Moss, Ann Weeks, and honored guest Mrs. Maelene B. Crutcher, mother of Tekelia C. Kelly. Others included Chattanooga businesses, SIB clients and partners, tradeshow vendors, and friends from the community.
The event was covered by WRCB-TV Channel 3 News, which aired that night and highlighted the entrepreneurship bridge between Sisters In Business and Girl's Inc. Chattanooga Times Free Press also published an article of the event the next day, generating sales leads, said by one vendor, after a customer read about her in the article. The article "Women business owners find networking helpful" written by Staff Writer Jason M. Reynolds can be found in its entirety under the SIB Network Business News section of this newsletter. Vendors also sold goods at the tradeshow.
Thanks are in order for the SIB “client power” behind the empowerment luncheon. Sisters In Business wishes to thank Mary Williams, Event Designer (The Floral Gallery), Deborah Grimes, Food Caterer (Creative Catering), Dorothea Johnson, Vendor Coordinator (Inner Glow Skin Care at Heavenly Styles), and Virginia Yarbrough, Photographer and Maitre d. (Chattanoogan Hotel and Massage Plus, Massage Therapist.) Click here to see highlights from the event, along with photo gallery, and online publication of the commemorative program booklet
Thanks for Making the "1st Annual Empowerment Luncheon, Mini-Tradeshow, & Youth Fundraiser" a Great Success! --Mack & Tekelia Kelly Click here for highlights of the event.
Girl's Inc Entrepreneurship Academy Visits Sister In Business Empowerment Luncheon, Mini-Trade Show and Youth Fundraiser. The following article entitled "Women business owners find networking helpful" was written by Staff Writer Jason M. Reynolds with the Chattanooga Times Free Press. "An information technology consultant has set herself the goal of helping other women business owners succeed through networking. SIDE BAR: The following statement was given by President and CEO Maxine Bailey regarding Girl's Inc. GirlVenuture Entrepreneurship Summer Academy's program in collaboration with with Sisters In Business. "Girls Incorporated (formerly known as the Girls Club) has as our motto: inspiring all girls to be strong, smart, and bold I cannot think of a stronger, bolder, or smarter move than the establishment of Sisters in Business. You are an inspiration to us all. Sisters in Business is a reminder to us all that we are so much stronger, much smarter and much bolder when we work together in a spirit of sisterhood. Click here to see Chattanooga Times Free Press article "Women business owners find networking helpful" . (Click here to see more about SIB's Youth In Biz Initiative.) Next Issue: Girls Inc Entrepreneurship Academy Program, Business Plan Competition & Winners Sisters In Business "Holiday Shopping Showcase" in Chattanooga, TN Nov. 4, 2006 Bigger, better, and buying like never before! Back by popular demand. Sisters In Business is proud to present its second vendor showcase event—"The Sisters In Business Holiday Shopping Showcase", featuring sister-owned and other business exhibitors, with products and services for everybody and every budget. Come shop for jewelry, fashions, handbags, hats, shoes, fragrances, candles, floral designs, art & crafts, books, pictures, decorated accessories, novelty items, and more! Yes, we heard you, our wonderful vendors and customers, say you wanted another marketplace showcase soon. Well here it is, one that is sure to be beautiful, and offer a unique and wonderful variety of vendors from all over the southeast region, as well as exhibitors from other businesses and organizations. Plan now to attend what will be a fabulous, fun, and financially friendly event. The Showcase will also serve as a fundraiser* where your $1.00 admission will help make a difference in the community over the holidays. After all, it's a Sisters In Business "thing", and you know we believe that "it's not just about making money, but making a difference in someone's life." The Sisters In Business Holiday Shopping Showcase will be held November 4, at the Chattanooga Choo Choo Imperial Ball Room. Save that datemark your calendars.
Showcase Exhibits Admissions Adults $1.00 Children Free Fundraiser Beneficiary TBA* Click here to see highlights from the Sisters In Business Mini-Tradeshow Event.
SIB Welcomes New Business Partners to the Network Welcome to the following Business Partners Katye Jones and Terri Jeter-McAvoy, who joined the Sisters In Business Network during the Empowerment Luncheon on June 15, 2006. Katye Jones, Vice-President of Investments at Merrill Lynch, also personally participated as a sponsor, purchasing a table for herself, a company guest, and several girls attending the luncheon from Girl's Inc. Terri Jeter-McAvoy is a Girl's Inc. Board Member and has been awarded among many distinctions, the Chattanooga Area Chamber of Commerce Athena Award.
Katye Jones, CFM, CRPC
Terri Jeter-McAvoy, CVA, CIT Certified Public Accountant Henderson Hutcherson & McCollough, PLLC
Cheri Hudgins
Cheri Hudgins is a new BeautiControl Consultant. If you wish to learn how to relax in the comfort of your own home- Cheri is the person you want to call.
Cheri is available to do "Spa Parties" for special events, such as Bridal Showers, Ladies Night Out, or a special twist for a birthday party. She will create an environment of relaxation while providing great information of how to care for you and your body.
For more information about Cheri's offerings, please contact here at 423-355-3518, email at hudgi911@bellsouth.net, or visit her website at www.beautipage.com/cherihudgins.
Avon hosted it's President's club luncheon on May 25, at the Chattanooga Marriott. This event is to celebrate Avon representatives outstanding success 2005-2006. Janice earned the Honor Society award for sales of $20,200.00 in a year. Janice also earned second place for increased sales of over $7,000.00 in her district.
Janice's Avon promotions
for the month of June includes foot care products, deep moisturizer
cream, foot soak, foot file. Remember, we need to take care of out
feet as we do the rest of our body, especially during the summer when
we all wear our fashionable sandals.
Special offer- receive a
10% discount off your first order of $20.00 or more from Janice.
Janice Burse,Beauty
Advisor
Avon independent sales
423-899-7102
Rose of Sharon's Senior Villa 2nd
Annual Pearl White Gala on
Sept. 8, 2006 Get Ready for the 2nd Annual Pearl White Gala , September 8, 2006,
at the Chattanooga Convention and Trade Center. Featuring Phil Perry,
Howard Hewitt ,and a local artist. Tickets go on sale June 8,2006. All
seats are VIP-(no general admission).
Tickets are $50.00 per person.
Click here for more information.
SIB Network Business News SIB in the News: Chattanooga Times Free Press, Article "Women business owners find networking helpful" written by Staff Writer Jason M. Reynolds: Click here to read more. SIB in the News: Onyx Magazine, June 2006, Volume 9, Issue 2, "Corporate Downsizing Can Be a Blessing"
.Disparity Study Regarding Minorities and Women-Owned Businesses Before Council. Deferred Until later date The Disparity Study, scheduled to reviewed by the Chattanooga City Council the week of June 27, has been deferred until a later date to assure ample attendance of council members. The study involves several factors, of which include the analysis of contracting practices, and equal opportunity for participation in contracts where minorities and women owned businesses are concerned. Also the study is to provide "both qualitative and quantative data from a socio-economic perspective that will be used to drive the work of the Office of Multicultural Affairs and its advisory board." To find out more about the study click here. Also, for more business development resources and information that impacts women-owned businesses please visit our website at http://sistersinbusiness.net/BusinessSupt.htm. The 28th Legislative District Community Development Corporation is pleased to invite entrepreneurs to an informational meeting on Tuesday the 25th of July, 2006 that will address opportunities on Martin Luther King Boulevard. The primary focus of this meeting will be business opportunities in a real estate project set to begin construction in early July. The meeting will provide information on the individual prospects related to this project, and also, general information on opportunities along the MLK corridor. Additionally this meeting will provide information on the types of financing available and the steps one would be encouraged to take to successfully start a business along MLK.  (423) 698-8190 www.cdc28th.org www.neof.com
GO DBE TN CONTRACTS FOR WOMEN BUSINESS OWNERS. (Governor's Office of Diversity Business Enterprise) Diversity Business Marketplace 2006, a Procurement Conference slated for September 28, 2006 from 8:00 AM-7:00 PM at Chattanooga Convention Center was announced at Chattanooga African-American Chamber Community Awards June 22, 2006. For more information contact Chattanooga African American Chamber 1001 Market Street Chattanooga, TN 37402 423-265-0021.
Nautilus Awards for Women Entrepreneurs October 2006. The Chattanooga Area Chamber of Commerce presents The Chattanooga Nautilus Awards Celebrating Strength, Leadership & Courage in Women. For more information visit the following website. http://www.chattanooga-chamber.com/Nominations_surveys/NAUTILUS_AWARDS.asp |
2006 SIB Network Meetings Schedule - UPCOMING MEETINGS - July 20 New Covenant Fellowship Church, N. Moore Road 6:00 PM Meeting Agenda: Networking: 20 minutes, start of meeting, bring your business cards, special guests and visitors recognition Advertisement: Highlights of Advertisement Campaigns in place Marketing: News Coverage and scenes of Empowerment Luncheon Mini-Tradeshow Exhibitors & Display Booths Empowerment: Training information and materials distributed for Business Development & Training Resources August 24 TBA Sept 21 TBA October 26 TBA November 16 TBA December 14 TBA SIB Business Partners & Sponsors SIB very much appreciates its business partners and sponsors who have subscribed to our service and/or sponsored our events. Below is a partial listing. Please click here for more complete list of SIB Sponsors and Partners.
Pre-Paid Legal Mark Jones, Owner (Click here to see all SIB Business Partners and Sponsors for 2006.)
Celebrating Freedom on The Fourth of July Dear Sisters In Business and Friends, I would just like to say HAPPY 4th of July (Independence Day) to everyone! I thank God for the FREEDOM I have in Him and in this rich life we live as American citizens. I so honor those who have made it possible for me to have the freedoms we enjoy in this country, particularly those who have lost their lives, and the precious families who have lost their love ones in the fight for this freedom. May God bless and keep each one of them. This SIB Online Newsletter, the first of its kind, was actually scheduled to be published July 3, but is being published July 4th. I remember a dear sister in Memphis, who was a teacher to my child Rachel, and a great friend--Ms. Openelle Rhodes. She told me once, and I recall it from time to time: "The right time is when it happens." The 4th of July date is significant to me for several reasons. July 4th is the date that my grandmother Mrs. Willie Mae Branham went home to be with the Lord at my mother's home. My grandmother was an independent woman who valued her freedom and independence. I remember she used to sell the best frozens in the neighborhood! I would of course get them for free. My Granny had a good business sense when it came to managing her finances. I took note how she handled her money: from putting quarters in those Federal Savings cards, to where to keep a special stash of cash. Seeing how she handled her business helped me be sober-minded and savvy when it came to handling my finances. And when I think about how my mother worked several home-based business type jobs when I was young to supplement her income for our family, such as selling Tupperware, Aloe Vera, Avon, I realize that she, too, was a “sister in business”. And so was my mother-in-law, Mrs. Martha Kelly, also now with Lord, who would have been considered today a resale shop merchant, as she offered her goods at flea markets, so that she would, like my grandmother, have money to buy Christmas gifts, be able to set up savings for grandchildren, take herself shopping, or just have money for a rainy day. These women were all “sisters in business” in their own way, and remind me of the Proverbs 31 Woman. I have been giving thought to doing a special article, for what I hope will be the first “Sisters In Business” or “Ms. SIB” magazine, on the pioneers, or legacies of sisters in business from our own families. Those women who have helped shape the freedoms and opportunities we now have, and equipped us to be the sisters in business we are today. In the words of Nicole C. Mullen, "take a bow for the ones that came before you." In closing, I would like to invite you to continue experiencing this "Celebration of Freedom", as God offers this to each of us, through His Son Jesus Christ! This celebration is ongoing at at New Covenant Fellowship Church, or St. Elmo Missionary Baptist Church. Please click here to find out more about how you can share in this freedom. "Stand fast therefore in the liberty wherewith Christ hath made us free, and be not entangled again with the yoke of bondage." Galatians 5:1 "Whom the Lord has set free is free indeed." John 8:36 Your Sister in Business, Tekelia
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