AWIB is a not-for-profit membership organization founded in 1995 to assist Asian women to realize their entrepreneurial potential. Over the years, AWIB has added programs to develop the leadership abilities of Asian women as entrepreneurs and professionals. Since our opening reception in October of 1995, we have sponsored numerous conferences and workshops, provided individualized technical assistance, sponsored networking receptions and events and served as a support mechanism for entrepreneurs and professionals. Over 27,000 people have attended our sponsored events.
The following are highlights of our programs since 1997. These programs are only a small part of what AWIB has provided to the thousands who have come to us for assistance.
March 8, 2010
AWIB’s Women's History Month Celebration and New Jersey Chapter Kick-off was the first of many events to bring together Asian women entrepreneurs and professionals from the New Jersey area. The reception celebrated the diverse and historic accomplishments of women, while encouraging existing AWIB members and supporters to connect and share new ideas for upcoming workshops, networking activities, and events to take place in New Jersey. This event was open to business owners, corporate employees and professionals looking to explore new skill-building opportunities, networking, and learning more about joining the AWIB community. This reception was generously supported by Prudential.
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February 24, 2010
AWIB’s workshop, Beyond Tweets: Using Social Media Tools to Further Your Bottom Line, was a fascinating session that opened our eyes to new ways of approaching social media. Facilitated by social media experts Jinal Shah (Electric Artists) and Morgan Johnston (JetBlue Airways), we learned how to incorporate social media networks (Facebook, Twitter, etc.) into business plans and strategies and how we can attract new audiences using cost-friendly social media marketing initiatives. Specific examples were shared as to how companies have successfully integrated social media, resulting in better customer service and increased sales. The event was held at Paul, Weiss, Rifkind, Wharton & Garrison in New York City, and was generously supported by the IW Group, Inc.
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January 5, 2010
AWIB hosted a workshop, Leading with Confidence: Finding Your Inner Strength, which was geared towards Asian female college students. Female students from the Tri-State area were invited to participate in this leadership session which was facilitated by Leigh-Ann Tamaye. As part of the AWIB Emerging Asian Women Leadership Initiative, an effort to encourage and support leadership among the young female leaders of tomorrow, the workshop focused on concepts such as goal setting, interpersonal communication, and team building. Workshop Photos
Following the workshop, a networking reception and awards presentation was held to showcase the recipients of the 2009 AWIB Scholarship Awards. Each of the six winners has demonstrated leadership in their communities and received a $2,500 scholarship two round-trip tickets on Southwest Airlines. This event took place at Con Edison in Manhattan. Reception Photos
