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Founded in 1987 The Orillia Business Women’s Association is a non-profit, non-fundraising group that gathers
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Hello! We are into SPRING! Hooray! This is the season I wait for because it means golf is just around the corner!
It also means our Nelle Carter Woman of the Year Gala is coming up May 22. We have a great night planned, and we hope you will join us. We are still accepting nominations, and the forms can be found on the website. Speaking of the website, shout out to Corry Ticknor for updating our pictures, directory and on-line payment options. Considerable time and... more
Posted at 05:23 PM
Tuesday, March 26, 2024
Welcome our newest OBWA member
Posted at 01:58 PM
Tuesday, March 26, 2024
March's OBWA 50/50 Draw Winner is:
Posted at 01:55 PM
Monday, March 18, 2024
Woman of the Year nominations are being accepted until April 8th, 2024.
Please complete your nomination form (with a small jpeg photo of your nominee suitable to be used for advertising purposes only) by April 08, 2024 and email to networking@orilliabusinesswomen.com with *NOMINATION FORM* in the subject line.
PDF Form: Download 2024 - 33rd Annual Nelle Carter Woman of the Year Nomination Form at http://shoplocal.ly/51X2z9
Word Doc Form: Download 2024 - 33rd Annual Nelle... more
Posted at 06:56 PM
Thursday, March 14, 2024
Save the Date for our 33rd Annual Nelle Carter Woman of the Year & the 19th Lisa Brooking Young Woman of the Year Gala 2024.
Posted at 01:20 PM
Tuesday, March 5, 2024
March Member's Showcase of Businesses will take place at our next Networking Dinner Meeting.
OBWA Members: Reserve your SHOWCASE Spot when you reserve your dinner spot. reserve: reserve@orilliabusinesswomen.com
You will be given 3-5 minutes to present your business, showcase a product or service.
You are invited to set up a small display as well. If you haven't reserved a SHOWCASE spot, we may not have time to include you- avoid disappointment and sign up early!
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I create all hand made and machine made products using top quality materials; mainly imported leather, Harris Tweed, imported natural cork from Portugal, waxed canvas, drapery and whatever else enhances my creativity and products.
My bags are created using top quality materials and my... more
Posted at 08:45 AM
Thursday, February 29, 2024
Our Guest Speaker for March is Kevin Gangloff
Kevin has worked with youth for over 25+ years. From starting his career as a teacher at an Alternative School, to work in the youth addiction, homelessness and gang involved youth to now working at the Orillia Youth Centre, his entire career has been youth focused and driven. Kevin is originally from the USA and now lives in Downtown Orillia with his wife and two cats and is the proud son of US Marine.... more
Posted at 08:17 PM
Thursday, February 29, 2024
Happy March! If you're looking for an "occasion", March has several! March 2nd is St. David's Day, March 8th is International Women's Day March 17th is St. Patrick's Day and March 31 is Easter.
With this in mind, we have decided to SHOWCASE our amazing women! We'll be sending a separate email to our paid Members with all the details.
Our year is moving along so quickly and we're already starting to plan for the gala. Thanks to those who have volunteered to join the Committee. Everyone is encouraged to get sponsors... more
Posted at 07:47 PM
Monday, January 22, 2024
February Guest Speaker:
Tammy Hudgin
Tammy has been using Facebook for the past 15 years to build her own business as well as other small business owners, through coaching, teaching, workshops and managing other small business owners' social media.
Throughout the 15 years, Tammy has been nominated for a variety of business awards, co-published two books, did regular appearances on Rogers TV to provide Facebook tips, worked with Government organizations to teach their audiences, was a leader... more