Executive CornerIs 4 Years Young! Four years ago this spring, Chix in Business launched as a not-for-profit, fees-based organization. This came after 7 years existing of like-minded women business owners. Our launch in April 2006 reflected our grass-roots. We hosted our inaugural event at a very simple facility, all our catering was contributed gratis by wonderful local chefs; there was an embarrassing abundance of donated gift bags distributed in the fund-raising raffle and the energy of all the Chix in the room was at a fantastic high. This launch, later to be coined the 'Anniversary Party', signified the commitment and dedication that a small group of women, the founding board members of Chix in Business, had put into getting our passionate group off the ground. I am proud to say I was a member of that original board and as the current President of Chix, I am excited each spring when the Anniversary Party rolls around, to launch yet another year of high energy and dedication with all the current members of Chix in Business. I share this story to encourage all of my fellow Chix to participate on April 22nd in the 4th Annual Chix in Business Anniversary Party at Mez in Briar Creek and share in the fellowship, fun and support. There are many opportunities to be a part of the fun--volunteer to help out at the registration desk, provide a raffle item to help raise funds for the Women's Center and of course, bring a friend to learn more about our very special organization. I look forward to seeing you there! - Susan Maravetz, President Chix in Business, Inc.
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Community Outreach
The Community Outreach is excited to be sponsoring the Women's Center of Wake County for 2010 and is planning some exciting upcoming events. For the Chix 4th Anniversary Party, we will host a raffle with proceeds supporting the Women's Center. Other events for the year include a Donation for Toiletry Items, Volunteer Day, and Christmas Grocery Card Donation. In addition, Chix Supported Events include attending a community event as a group, such as the Susan G. Komen for the Cure Walk on June 12th. All Chix Members are welcome to attend the Outreach Committee Meetings listed on the Chix calendar. If you have an event you would like add to the forum or send out to the Chix community, please contact Community Outreach Chair Megan Cutter at communityoutreach@chixinbusiness.org.
Events
You are cordially invited to join us at the Mez on April 22, 2010 at 6:30 for the The Anniversary party . The Anniversary party is a great way to celebrate our accomplishments and milestones, to meet other Chix, the Chix Board, and introduce any potential members to our AMAZING group of women who truly embrace Business, Friendship and Community!
RAFFLE: Raffle tickets for $1.00 will be available for purchase the night of the party with portions of the "Women's Center of Wake County". There is no limit to the amount of raffle tickets you may purchase. Remember it's for a GREAT CAUSE!
Here are a few of the wonderful items being raffled that have been graciously donated by several of our very own Chix: Whole Family Chiropractic - 1 hour Massage Evolve Movement - 10-class pass for Yoga Sitter Connection - A membership to Sitter Connection The Village Baker- boxes of their Signature Miniature Dessert Stefanie Zizzo- One-hour coaching call and if it is ready in time, a copy of her new Journal of Possibility Book
REGISTER NOWto have a fun night, give back to the community, win prices, all while in the company of some of the most extraordinary Business Leaders in the NC community.
Membership
Mentoring Group Formed: We are happy to announce that we have planned the first meeting of the Business Chix Incubator, a group formed on Inside919 to help mentor women entrepreneurs with new start-ups to help acquire the skills and tools they will need in the early years of running a business. The meetings are $1 to attend, and you are encouraged to order your own breakfast. The first breakfast meeting will be held on April 29, 2010, at Mimi's on Walnut Street in Cary - 9:00am. The first meeting topics will cover organization form, domains, and website concerns, time permitting. If you or a friend, neighbor or family member are interested in participating in this instructional program either as a speaker or a guest attendee, please write to membership@chixinbusiness.org. READ ARTICLE
APRIL 2010 ANNIVERSARY EDITION
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CHIX MISSIONChix in Business, Inc. is a Triangle-area (Raleigh, North Carolina) network of passionate women business owners who support and educate each other through building personal and business relationships, information sharing, seminars, mentoring and philanthropic activities.
CHIX ON THE MOVEDr. Donna Hedgepeth, DC, DACCP also diplomate certified for pediatric and pregnancy chiropractic care, has a true passion for helping the women and children in the community. She is also training in the field of acupuncture as another way of helping people lead healthier lives. Dr. Hedgepeth has been involved with volunteering from high school to present with groups such as the MS Society and the Make-A-Wish Foundation and most recently as a coach for the Girls on the Run program that works with young girls to build self esteem and positive body image through team building and goal setting.
Dr. Hedgepeth is proud to run an office that values individualized care and is a positive environment for anyone to experience better health, less stress and freedom from chronic issues by working with the body and finding the pieces of the puzzle that work for each person's situation.READ MORE
APRIL PROGRAM SPONSOR Fran Ferrell, The Village Baker provides delicious baked goods for your events and celebrations. Elegant mini-deserts, Danish pastries for your morning coffee, hard rolls to make a great sandwich, cakes and baby cakes and cookies galore - just some of our ever expanding sweet (and savory) offerings. Look for The Village Baker soon at area farmers' market!
SAFETY FIRSTBicycle Safety - Bicycling is good exercise and fun for children and adults. Children, however, don't really understand the dangers of traffic. -NC Dept of Crime Control and Public Safety
Be sure to wear a helmet every time you ride your bicycle.
Don't ride a bike that is too big for you.
Ride with both hands on the handlebars.
Before riding out of your driveway, stop and look both ways.
Always watch for cars.
Keep off of busy streets.
Don't do tricks in the road.
Don't ride at night.
Ride on the right hand side of the road, with the direction of traffic.
Stop at stop signs.
Obey all traffic signs and signals.
APRIL RECIPEWater Melon Fire & Ice Salsa Source: NC Watermelon Association Prep/Cooking Time: 1 hour Total Services: 3 cups
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SPONSORED ORGANIZATION
The Women's Center of Wake, Inc. started over twenty years ago as a grass roots movement to meet the needs of women re-entering the community from prison. Over the course of those 25+ years, the Center has responded to the changing needs of women, expanding and providing services as indicated by the women in our community. Over the last 12 years, the Center has shifted focus in response to the most critical needs of women, addressing the growing issue of homelessness for women with children and single women. READ MORE & PAY IT FORWARD
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