WPO Tampa Bay Chapter Hosts Women Empowering Women Business Luncheon
Women Business Leaders Recognize Mayor Pam Iorio And Raise Funds For Local Non-Profit Mentoring Organization.
Tampa Bay, FL, March 30, 2006 --(PR.com)-- The Women Presidents’ Organization (WPO) Tampa Bay Chapter will host the first annual Women Empowering Women business luncheon on Wednesday, April 5 from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. at The Centre Club at 123 South Westshore Blvd. Wachovia Bank is a national partner of the WPO and will be the premier sponsor of the event.
Mayor Pam Iorio will receive the first annual Women Empowering Women Award at the luncheon where she will be recognized and honored for her contributions and her key role in empowering and inspiring women of all ages. Iorio will share experiences that have encouraged and empowered her to become a successful leader.
The luncheon will raise funds for The Ophelia Project of Tampa Bay, a local non-profit organization whose vision gives girls a strong sense of self and guides young women to become successful women leaders in their communities and in businesses.
The cost of the event is $50. For table sponsorship opportunities, please contact Karen Manning, luncheon committee chair at (813) 933-3322. Register online by March 30 at www.wpotampa.org or contact Rosemary Brehm, Tampa Bay chapter facilitator, at rosemary@turningpoint4results.com.
“It is inspiring to see a local chapter take an active role in recognizing and empowering other women,” said Marsha Firestone, president of the WPO. “Our Tampa Bay members’ dedication to each other and their community is a strong testament to the group as a whole.”
About Women Presidents’ Organization (WPO):
The Women President’s Organization (WPO) connects top women entrepreneurs at the million and multi-million dollar level ($2 million in gross annual sales or $1 million for service-based business) – locally and internationally – with greater personal and professional success. In monthly meetings across the US and Canada, chapters composed of 20 accomplished women presidents – from diverse industries and backgrounds – invest time and energy in themselves and their businesses to drive their corporations to the next level. For more information, call 212-688-4114 or visit http://www.womenpresidentsorg.com.
About Wachovia Corporatoin:
Wachovia Corporation (NYSE:WB) is one of the largest providers of financial services to retail, brokerage and corporate customers, with banking operations from Connecticut to Florida and west to Texas, and retail brokerage operations nationwide. Wachovia strives to build a strong and vibrant community in Florida and the Tampa Bay area through employee volunteer programs, as well as financial support for education, the arts and culture, affordable housing and economic development. Wachovia also is committed to providing access to capital for business owners in Florida through competitive loan programs. As a leading national Small Business lender, Wachovia became the No. 1 small business lender in its markets in 2004 with $9.7 billion in loans, and is a major supporter of the local business community through partnerships with important groups like the Women President's Organization. Wachovia is committed to offering options that help businesses grow and flourish.
Media and Press Contacts:
Patty Briguglio
MMI Associates, Inc.
(919) 233-6600 • (919) 233-0300 (fax)
patty@mmimarketing.com
7406-H Chapel Hill Road
Raleigh, NC 27607
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Mayor Pam Iorio will receive the first annual Women Empowering Women Award at the luncheon where she will be recognized and honored for her contributions and her key role in empowering and inspiring women of all ages. Iorio will share experiences that have encouraged and empowered her to become a successful leader.
The luncheon will raise funds for The Ophelia Project of Tampa Bay, a local non-profit organization whose vision gives girls a strong sense of self and guides young women to become successful women leaders in their communities and in businesses.
The cost of the event is $50. For table sponsorship opportunities, please contact Karen Manning, luncheon committee chair at (813) 933-3322. Register online by March 30 at www.wpotampa.org or contact Rosemary Brehm, Tampa Bay chapter facilitator, at rosemary@turningpoint4results.com.
“It is inspiring to see a local chapter take an active role in recognizing and empowering other women,” said Marsha Firestone, president of the WPO. “Our Tampa Bay members’ dedication to each other and their community is a strong testament to the group as a whole.”
About Women Presidents’ Organization (WPO):
The Women President’s Organization (WPO) connects top women entrepreneurs at the million and multi-million dollar level ($2 million in gross annual sales or $1 million for service-based business) – locally and internationally – with greater personal and professional success. In monthly meetings across the US and Canada, chapters composed of 20 accomplished women presidents – from diverse industries and backgrounds – invest time and energy in themselves and their businesses to drive their corporations to the next level. For more information, call 212-688-4114 or visit http://www.womenpresidentsorg.com.
About Wachovia Corporatoin:
Wachovia Corporation (NYSE:WB) is one of the largest providers of financial services to retail, brokerage and corporate customers, with banking operations from Connecticut to Florida and west to Texas, and retail brokerage operations nationwide. Wachovia strives to build a strong and vibrant community in Florida and the Tampa Bay area through employee volunteer programs, as well as financial support for education, the arts and culture, affordable housing and economic development. Wachovia also is committed to providing access to capital for business owners in Florida through competitive loan programs. As a leading national Small Business lender, Wachovia became the No. 1 small business lender in its markets in 2004 with $9.7 billion in loans, and is a major supporter of the local business community through partnerships with important groups like the Women President's Organization. Wachovia is committed to offering options that help businesses grow and flourish.
Media and Press Contacts:
Patty Briguglio
MMI Associates, Inc.
(919) 233-6600 • (919) 233-0300 (fax)
patty@mmimarketing.com
7406-H Chapel Hill Road
Raleigh, NC 27607
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