TREATY OAK CHAPTER

Austin, Texas

  

ABWA MISSION

The mission of the American Business Women’s Association is to bring together businesswomen of diverse back-grounds and to provide opportunities for them to help themselves and others grow personally and professionally through leadership, education, networking support and national recognition.

 

Membership

Membership in ABWA and Treaty Oak Chapter is open to any person.  Membership is at two levels:  national and local.  National membership is renewed annually on your membership anniversary and is billed by ABWA national office ($75).  Chapter membership is based on the chapter year; ours begins in February ($24).  Members must be in good standing locally and nationally to receive full member benefits.  For more info contact Brenda Uptain, 512-251-8500.

 

MEMBER BENEFITS

Personal Growth & Development Community Service Opportunities Annual national convention and regional conferences
Recognition Education Networking
“Women in Business” magazine Visit other ABWA chapters when traveling Discounts on hotels, car rentals, insurance, & professional seminars

 

MEETING INFORMATION

We meet the 3rd Tuesday of each month at the Radisson (formerly Park Plaza Hotel), 6000 Middle Fiskville Road near Highland Mall
Networking: 6:00–6:30 pm Dinner: 6:30 pm (order from menu) Program & Business Meeting after Dinner
To attend, please reserve by calling Brenda Uptain 512-251-8500 by the Friday before the meeting.

 

CHAPTER FOCUS

Awarding Scholarships Charitable Donations Member Networking
Member Development  Member Recognition Bingo Hall Management

Your participation in chapter administration and activities provides opportunities for personal growth in the areas of leadership, business skills, speaking, and presentations.  Individual recognition comes through member spotlights, committee and officer participation, and Woman of the Year selection.  Chapter teamwork results in chapter recognition through awards.  Participation in Council activities and ABWA conferences and conventions offers access to additional growth, learning and recognition opportunities.

 

SCHOLARSHIPS

Scholarships are awarded based on specific, established criteria and paid by bingo funds.  The Education Committee reviews applications and makes recommendations to the chapter.  Members are not eligible for Treaty Oak scholarships, but may receive scholarships from other ABWA chapters.