Our Purpose, Mission, Vision, and Values have always consisted of one genuine core factor…
Women Empowering Women!
Our purpose is to support women within our community. This begins within our membership and spreads through our community services which are also based on the needs of local women.
Our vision is to improve the quality of existing women in business throughout Acadiana and to expand future development of women in business in the Acadiana area. One way we ensure the future of women in business is through our scholarship fund each year.
Our mission is to create opportunities for members to connect through networking, education, and mentorship, offering trusted leadership that enhances both professional and personal development.
BUSINESS FIRST, Women Who Mean Business, Inc. hold monthly meetings open to the public for women in business. The by-laws allow (1) member per business category, however, there is no limit to how many members Business First, Women Who Mean Business, can acquire.
We provide a supportive environment where our members encourage each other, share experiences, and provide advice on challenges unique to women in business.
Our group has several successful business women who have been years of experience behind them. This allows other members to learn from those with more experience, which can be incredibly valuable for personal and professional growth.
Members can refer each other to potential clients and business opportunities, helping grow each other’s businesses through trusted connections.
Our members have the opportunity to guest speak share their business with members and the public while honing in on their skills.
Our members garner exposure for their business by networking with like-minded women. We further promote exposure via this website, our public Facebook page, and share experiences in our private Facebook group.
We share resources, tools, and information about grants, conferences, and other opportunities specifically designed to support women in business.
Hearing the success stories and strategies of other women can be inspiring and can drive members to push past obstacles and aim higher in their professional goals.
Regular networking can improve interpersonal skills and boost confidence, which is especially beneficial for those new to business or entering traditionally male-dominated industries.
Meeting like-minded women can lead to collaborations, partnerships, and even co-ventures, expanding business opportunities and innovation. Some of our members have been faithfully relying on each other for years.
Part of our focus is on advocacy, working to promote equality, fair practices, and better policies for women in the business world. We have a scholarship to assist with women moving their way into the business world.
Each month we provide our members with a short educational segment to assist them in their business.
Enjoy a relaxed, business casual yet organized meeting that allows our members the freedom to bring their own lunch, or come focused on the meeting only. Regardless, there is no pressure for you or your guest.
Networking groups are powerful spaces for networking, learning, and growth, helping women advance their careers, businesses, and personal development. At Business First, we not only want your business to grow, we help your business grow…. starting from within.
Our Board of Directors is selected each year. Nominations are given at the September meeting, with the annual election occuring in October. The reigning Board introduces the new board at the December meeting, whereas the new President and her board run the meeting. For many years, December’s meeting is our annual Christmas party.
Uplifting businesswomen with like mindsets in the Acadiana area.
Developing relationships to share business knowledge and leads.
Supporting success and increasing value within our community.
Assisted with hurricane relief efforts and other charitable actions.
Should you be a woman in business in the Acadiana area and wish to visit a meeting, please contact us. We are always seeking new women to grow with.
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