NAWR SELECTS 10 MOST INFLUENTIAL WOMEN

NATIONAL ASSOCIATION SELECTS 10 MOST INFLUENTIAL WOMEN ON THE RISE

(Mobile, Alabama – April 22, 2011) – National Association Women on the Rise (NAWR) has selected 10 women entrepreneurs from its association to recognize as outstanding “Women on the Rise.’  To qualify, a nominee had to meet selection criteria that included being active members of NAWR, with established businesses and possess leadership qualities by paying it forward.  “It is important to recognize those who not only have successful businesses, but are giving back to their community and empowering others as well,” said Founder and CEO, Sylvia Browder.

The selected winners are Bianca B. King, President of Seven5 Seven3 Marketing Group; Della A. Beaver, CEO of A Tru Diva, LLC; Katrina Harrell, President of KM Harrell Group, LLC; Dr. LaVerne Hanes Stevens, CEO of The Joseph Alliance, Inc; Oriel Ross, Founder and Director of O. Ross Enterprises, Inc; Shawn Chavis, Editor-in-Chief of Bronze Magazine; Tanya Smith, CEO of Be Promotable; Dr. Tekemia Dorsey, the CEO/President of The Creative Group; Tamyka Washington, Founder and CEO of TheCEOMamma Network Community; and Walethia Aquil, Founder and Director of Grace and Charm and the creator of The Grace and Charm Success System.

“We are truly fortunate to have such amazing women in our virtual association that are constantly redefining what it means to be a successful business woman.” said Browder.  In honoring and congratulating these 10 outstanding women, NAWR will host a Virtual Networking Event on Wednesday, April 27, 2011 at 8 pm CST.  For more information or to register, go to http://bit.ly/fh5CC7.

About National Association Women on the Rise 

“NAWR is a membership association for aspiring and established women entrepreneurs. The association’s mission is to provide professional and personal resources while uplifting and empowering women entrepreneurs through collaboration, education, mentoring, spiritual and peer support, leadership and networking,” said Browder.

NAWR also goes beyond being a resourceful business community; we strongly believe that women need support in all areas of life.  So, the association’s services are based on 5 pillars which are an important to creating work and life balance.  These pillars services and resources in the area of Beauty, Entrepreneurship, Health & Wellness, Financial Wealth and Spirituality.  

Katrina Harrell, President of KM Harrell Group, LLC, says, “Since discovering NAWR, I’ve been increasingly impressed with the quality of content, caliber of women entrepreneurs and professionals and the commitment to excellence Sylvia and NAWR have consistently presented. I personally am a part of several wonderful online women business networks, but often find myself coming to NAWR when I’m in need of a little “push” and some thought provoking insight from seasoned entrepreneurs. I have met many wonderful women entrepreneurs on this network that further challenge me and inspire me to reach higher.”  In addition, NAWR was recently selected as “10 NING Networks You Need To Know” by Black Enterprise.com.

About Sylvia Browder

          Sylvia Browder is CEO of Browder Consulting Group, a virtual small business consulting firm.  In her role, she helps women in business grow and succeed and National Association Women on the Rise.  In addition, she is publisher of the popular ‘Sylvia Browder’s Blog for Women Entrepreneurs 

          Sylvia is currently employed as Project Director and business consultant for the Women’s Business Center Inc, a non-profit organization with a mission of empowering women to start and grow successful businesses.  She has served as a volunteer online SCORE counselor since 2004 and has served in other leadership roles for various organizations.

For more information visit http://nawomenrise.com/ or send your emails to info@nawomenrise.com.

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