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"I want to forge strong connections with other women in the workforce,
be the best 'me' in my career, and make the workplace better for all women."
Vision Statement
Empower women from every educational and cultural background to achieve professional and personal prosperity.
Mission Statement
Central Carolina Women in Business provides meaningful connections, community engagement, and learning opportunities for women at any stage of their career.
Members of Central Carolina Women in Business will enjoy quarterly luncheons featuring dynamic guest speakers at venues around the Triangle. 2023 luncheons will be held the third Tuesday at noon: July 18 and October 17.
Cost to Attend
$35 - If you are a member of CCWIB or the Hillsborough/Orange County Chamber.
$50 - non-members. Membership information can be found here.
Each Luncheon Provides
- Networking, great food and door prizes
- Inspiring and actionable content
- Sponsorship opportunities for your business
If you are interested in participating as a speaker, donating a door prize, or sponsoring a luncheon, contact the Hillsborough/Orange County Chamber at scott@HillsboroughChamber.com
Enjoy informal networking, great conversation, and fun with other women across the Triangle.
Cost to Attend
Free for members of CCWIB or the Hillsborough/Orange County Chamber
$15 - non-members
If you are interested in being a host, donating a door prize, or sponsoring a social, contact the Hillsborough/Orange County Chamber at scott@HillsboroughChamber.com
January 16 – Quarterly Luncheon
11:30 am - 1:30 pm
Topic: Lifelong Motivation
Presenter: Elizabeth Trinkaus, Founder, Pinnacle View
Location: Nomad Restaurant
Hillsborough
February 20 – Coffee Connections
8:30 am - 10:00 am
Activity: Create A Vision Board
Guest Speaker: Hillary Parnell, Entrepreneur & Business Coach
Location: Masonic Lodge
Hillsborough
March 19 – Yoga Class
5:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Location: Orange County Sportsplex / Hillsborough
All skill levels welcome!
Healthy snacks by Big Spoon Roasters
April 16 – Quarterly Luncheon
11:30 am - 1:30 pm
Topic: Sustainable Living
Location: Bonnie B. Davis Center / Hillsborough
Includes tour of gardens and local experts in various fields
Registration Required! Email: scott@hillsboroughchamber.com
May 21 – Job Fair
10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Location: Whitted Building / Hillsborough
Conduct a job search or recruit employees
Tables: $50 for Chamber members
$100 non-members
June 18 – Evening Social
5:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Activity: Build Your Window Garden
Location: Farmers Market Pavillion at River Park
July 16 – Quarterly Luncheon
11:30 am - 1:30 pm
Topic: Networking with LinkedIn (Best Practices)
Presenter: Deborah Mathias
Location: Spring Hill Suites by Marriott Durham
REGISTER
August 20 – Coffee Connections
8:30 am - 10:00 am
Topic: Networking for Introverts
Presenters: CCWIB Leadership Team Members
Location: Summit Design and Engineering / 320 Executive Court
REGISTER
September 17 – Swimsuit Season is Over Dessert Social
5:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Wine and dessert pairing, featuring wines from Tunnel Creek Vineyards and desserts from Starfish Bakery and Genevieve Pastry
Location: TBA
REGISTER
October 15 – Quarterly Luncheon
“Kim Tesoro Woman of the Year” Award Presentation
11:30 am - 1:30 pm
Featuring a panel of award finalists
Location: Washington Duke Inn & Golf Club (to be confirmed)
AWARD NOMINATION FORM
November 19 – Coffee Connections
8:30 am - 10:00 am
Topic: Keeping All Your Fingers - Gaining Confidence with
Power Tools
Location: Mid-Atlantic Stihl / Hillsborough
REGISTER
December 17 – Karaoke Party Social
5:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Entertainment: Anyone brave enough to pick up the mic!
Location: TBA
REGISTER
Member Benefits
- Free, morning and evening socials
- Quarterly luncheons featuring guest speakers at venues such as The Washington Duke, The Colonial Inn, Nomad and more.
- Education and motivation to improve your soft skills, health and wellness, business acumen, branding and much more!
- Community engagement through philanthropy projects
- Visibility in the business community
- Priority for sponsorship opportunities
- A chance to make an impact for other women in the workforce
Annual membership for Central Carolina Women in Business is FREE for members of the Hillsborough/Orange County Chamber of Commerce. Membership for non-members is $150/year. See the Chamber membership tiers descriptions on the Join Now page for more information.
Sponsorships
Several levels of sponsorship opportunities are available for businesses wishing to support CCWIB and gain visibility in the business community. Click below for more information on sponsorships or contact Scott Czechlewski at scott@hillsboroughchamber.org.
SPONSORSHIP PACKAGES
Sponsored By
Denise Lahr-Akins