Women's Business Connection Network of MA - WBCN

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Women's Business Connection Network of MA - WBCN In order to fully support one another, we attend meetings regularly in order to contribute to discussions.

We are a nonprofit membership organization that is comprised of businesswomen who work in Southeastern Massachusetts, who share marketing, networking ideas and referrals for our businesses. We are a membership organization that is comprised of businesswomen who work in Southeastern Massachusetts, who share marketing and networking ideas for our businesses. We support one another by contributing to

discussions that may provide marketing and networking ideas to one another, and by referring potential clients to each other when appropriate. Our mission is the success, support & empowerment of women in business regardless of race, religion, social status or income level. Supporting and encouraging other women to be their best at setting and meeting professional goals. Building relationships, motivating & learning from other business owners. To bring inspiration and motivation to every member of our group. Criteria for membership:
Although we would like to welcome all women to join WBCN, in order to keep the group to a manageable size, we have imposed the following criteria. In order to be a member, you must:
-Do substantial business in, or live in, Southeastern Massachusetts.
-Be a professional, be the owner of a business, or have a marketing position within a business. (We do not consider Multi-Level Marketing to constitute business ownership or to satisfy this requirement.)
-Not practice a profession already represented in the group at a rate greater than 10% of existing membership.
-Be willing to support and celebrate the growth and success of all members.
-Be willing to volunteer to work on initiatives, committees, or board roles, creating opportunities for WBCN to grow.

11/17/2023

WBCN is thrilled to offer you a night of private shopping at the amazing Shiplap & Chandeliers.

This event is not just about shopping, it's a social gathering where women can bond over shared interests, the love of finding that perfect gift, businesses and fun. Last year's event was well attended and we would love to meet and connect with you. All are welcome to this event.

Shiplap & Chandeliers is an experience not to be missed. Well curated vendors offering many one of a kind treasures. It's an occasion to discover unique, hand picked items and enjoy the company of old friends and make new ones.

Please join us this Tuesday for drinks, appetizers and shopping before the holiday rush is on!

11/16/2023

Thank you to everyone who came out to show their overwhelming support for Avocados Mexican Restaurant last night, and who brought a nonperishable food item to support the Stoughton food pantries. We were overwhelmed at the turnout, and so grateful to have sponsored this cash mob! Congratulations also to the winner of a $50 gift card to Avocados, who will be contacted shortly!

11/13/2023

WBCN is bringing back the CASH MOB!!

What is a cash mob, you say?? Cash mob will support a locally-run business simply by talking it up in our circles, and encouraging our friends and associates to visit the business on a certain date.

This cash mob is for Avocados Mexican Restaurant in Stoughton, MA. Please visit any time from 11AM to 10PM on November 14th to show your support. While you are there, help restock Stoughton's food pantry by bringing an item for the collection box, and drop a business card in the bucket for a chance to win an Avocados gift card from WBCN!

We will be meeting there for dinner, and would love to have a taco with you in honor of Taco Tuesday! Stop by and say hi!

https://avocadosmexicanrestaurantma.com/

10/17/2023

This week's TIP TUESDAY is straight from our member, Lisa Andrews-Bowers!

DIVORCE – Financial Concerns and Planning
Going through a divorce can get quite ugly. It’s a time in one’s life when they must deal with their emotional as well as financial well-being. During this stressful time, couples find it difficult to make good financial decisions. For some, it may be the first time they are having to make these important decisions. Where should you start and what are the concerns when dividing assets?

- First, surround yourself with your own team of professionals – attorney, financial advisor, and accountant who can work together for your benefit.
- Primary residence – how it is going to be divided, or who is retaining ownership, will create tax consequences that could be less favorable for a single filer vs joint. What are the options? For one, selling the home while still married could be more favorable. You have options.
- Pension plans – for the owner of that plan who is required to divide the monthly payouts, it could be unfavorable to the owner. There are ways of distributing assets so that the pension plan owner does not end up with an unfair payout over the long term.
- Tax implications when dividing various asset classes.
- Planning for your financial future and stability.
- Including college planning in your settlement.

If you are going through a divorce and have questions, give me a call.

Lisa Andrews-Bowers
Sr. Investment Advisor
RBC Wealth Management
Wellesley, MA
781-263-1017
[email protected]

06/12/2023

For the 3rd straight year, the WBCN was able to provide a scholarship for a Stoughton High School senior who demonstrates a specific set of skills that align with business standards. Our very own Lisa Andrews-Bowers was able to attend “Scholarship Knight” to present Miss Stephanie Costeira her scholarship! It was a great night!
We are proud to be a small part of the almost 200 local scholarships provided that night, totaling over $300,000. Congratulations to Stephanie, as well as all of the other recipients of scholarships and various awards.

05/16/2023

Excited to network with you all! Who's coming??
https://facebook.com/events/s/better-living-real-estate-meet/1596237497521926/

04/11/2023

One last TIP TUESDAY post from our fabulous member, Mary Ellen of An Organized Approach: I am talking today about textile recycling folks! This has been the paramount of AOA! Every client I’ve ever had, regardless of whether they have owned a home or a business, has had at least one textile to contribute... although typically, it’s much much more! Sometimes the textiles could be a pair of pants that didn’t fit, a mismatched sock, an old pillow that was stained, a pair of tattered work boots, or an eyeglass cleaner cloth. Textiles are really everywhere, it’s just about being more mindful of unwanted items!👍🏼
I have had so many textiles on more than one occasion that I’ve had to drive around Stoughton, Massachusetts and put them in 5 of the receptacles at the schools because I had 15 contractor bags full of fabric or clothes from a client! WOW!⭐️
Textile recycling really is such an incredible way to eliminate items from around your home while still contributing locally to your community! All of the textile bins that I use generate funds for enrichment programs for our children at the preschool, elementary and the middle school levels!
Please consider collecting a small bag and dropping it off at any of the large white receptacles. It’s like anything else in life, once you become aware of the textile recycling bins, you’ll start seeing them pop up everywhere!
Oh… And did I mention that they take stuffed animals! Score!!! 🧸

04/05/2023

Scholarship committee meeting tonight! Ready to award a very deserving senior!

04/05/2023

A post from our member, Mary Ellen Lundy of An Organized Approach:
*Helping Others Especially If It’s Free*
An Organized Approach is all about…well, organizing, but also recycling! At this point AOA has helped hundreds, if not thousands of people with items of food, clothing, and physical items for their homes.
I could not have done this without all of YOU helping to spread the word about this business!
So today, I want to encourage all of you to get out there and help someone…whether it’s telling a friend about a business, sharing a post or even buying a gift certificate for a local business. (This graphic shows some great ways to specifically support my organizing business, but don’t let it limit you.)
Trust me, when someone recommends my business it warms my heart, truly it does. My small business, along with several others are the small entities supporting local memorial fundraisers, craft fairs, and vendor fairs!
So I encourage all of you to spread the word about a friend’s, or acquaintance's, small business. ❤️

03/28/2023

This TIP TUESDAY is straight from the mouth of our organization guru, Mary Ellen Lundy of An Organized Approach!

“They“ say that by making your bed every day, you have completed the first of many tasks. I’ve never been one to do what people tell me, however MOST days my bed gets made first thing. (This is my real bed and I just think it looks beautiful made, which is another incentive😉)
As silly as it may sounds...making the bed daily gives you some momentum to accomplish other, more arduous, tasks throughout the day!
*If nothing else, making your bed every day is a gentle reminder that even little things in life matter!❤️

03/20/2023

Please welcome our spotlight member, Mary Ellen of An Organized Approach!

Do you love the concept of recycling? Do you have too much stuff and you just don’t want it simply tossed into a landfill?! That’s where I come in! My name is Mary Ellen Lundy and I am more than just an organizer… I am an organizer that takes most of your unwanted items and shares them with group homes, sober living houses, shelters, 4-H programs, schools, nursing homes...& many many more!
Not only do I recycle your items to various charities, but I have a yearly “free sale“ as well. What’s that you ask?! Well, I made it up… So I have to tell you what it is... I set everything up like a regular yard sale except I don’t ask for cash, rather, instead, I ask that people bring non-perishable food items for the food pantry. To date, An Organized Approach has raised over 4,000 items for the food pantries in both Sharon & Stoughton!

We will work together to make smart decisions and help your vision for your home or business come to fruition! I am able to travel within 30 minutes of Stoughton!
I love being an organizer! I really feel like I have the best job in the world!
Please feel free to private message me if you have any questions!

Thank you!!

03/14/2023

TIP TUESDAY from Susie Gross at Better Living RE.... Often, when thinking about homeownership costs, buyers think of their main expense – their mortgage, and fail to go beyond that. It's important not to forget things like property taxes, HOA fees, insurance, etc. If you have questions about what costs to expect and prepare for, we can help! Just send us a message.

Katie Fogarty RE or myself are here to help your come true!

📞781 858 0317
📧[email protected]

02/28/2023

TIP TUESDAY!!! From our spotlight member Susie Gross Real Estate

There are exceptions; if something needs to be repaired/updated to make a home liveable, don't wait. But when it comes to making a house your ideal home, it is a good idea to wait and be confident of significant changes.

"Live in your space 12-18 months before tackling big renovations such as additions or knocking down walls. What you initially think you want to do may change after you’ve lived there for a while." — Fran Carpentier

Contact us to begin your journey.
Katie Fogarty RE or myself are here to help your come true!

📞781 858 0317
📧[email protected]

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