National Empowerment Center - Alternatives to Suicide Webinar - April 24, 1-3 pm EST

Join us for a Webinar on April 24

Space is limited. Reserve your Webinar seat now at: https://www3.gotomeeting.com/register/144758694

Alternatives to Suicide peer support groups exist because the opportunity to talk about feelings of hopelessness to empathic ears can decrease the inclination to act on suicidal feelings. The Western Mass Recovery Learning Community (WMRLC) has started peer support groups of this kind. Alternatives to Suicide peer support groups provide a forum wherein people who feel or have felt suicidal can talk about their experiences without being judged. People in these groups share their struggles and successes, provide support for one another, and strategize about alternatives to help each other best cope with difficult life circumstances. People are encouraged to come in both times of strength or in challenging times. This webinar will discuss the need for and development of peer-run support groups for people struggling with suicidal feelings and thoughts.  Presenters:  Sean Donovan: as a part of the Western Mass Recovery Learning Community, Sean draws upon years of struggle with emotional distress and agonizing yearnings for suicide to put this once "lost time" to work in connecting with other folks.  Through his roles in the WMRLC's Holyoke center and as a co-facilitator for Alternatives to Suicide groups he has learned many things about the lives and struggles of others and knowledge about how to persist in thoughtfully living his own life.  Janice Sorensen has been doing suicide prevention literally since the age of eight, while dealing with her mother's numerous attempts and later on, in learning to navigating her own ideation.  Thus, she understands the despondency that precedes a suicide attempt as well as what it is like to be the child of someone feeling that level of despair.  She conducts Alternatives to Suicide Peer Support Groups for the Western Mass Recovery Learning Community and is grateful to be able to bring this knowledge to her work. Title: Alternatives to Suicide: Lessons from the Western Massachusetts Recovery Learning Community Date: Wednesday, April 24, 2013 Time: 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM EDT After registering you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the Webinar. This webinar will be recorded and shared at www.power2u.org (recording available shortly after April 24).  System Requirements PC-based attendees Required: Windows® 7, Vista, XP or 2003 Server Mac®-based attendees Required: Mac OS® X 10.6 or newer Mobile attendees Required: iPhone®, iPad®, Android™ phone or Android tablet

SNHU - CEO Retreat- Learn How To Lead, Not Just Manage

Learn How To Lead, Not Just Manage March 21 & March 22, 2013

Join us for 24 hours of interactive learning and strategic thinking, designed specifically for Women Entrepreneurs who’ve owned and operated a business for 5 years or more! Are you serious about taking your business to the next level? Step out of the daily grind of operating your business and get the necessary perspective to lead your company and prosper. We understand strategic business planning can be a challenge which is why we are taking a small group of seasoned women business owners on an overnight CEO RETREAT. Be inspired by Lindsay Frucci, author of the Pig & Me, and founder of No Pudge! Foods. Learn how Lindsay went from the brink of bankruptcy to creating a multi-million dollar business in her New Hampshire farmhouse kitchen. The scenic environment at The Margate Hotel on Lake Winnipesauke in Laconia is the perfect setting to refocus your efforts on leading your business as opposed to just managing it! Register Early! Don’t Delay: Space is Limited to 25 Women CEO Retreat Fees $350 – CWBA Members $375 – Non-Members For more information and to Register, Click here

SNHU - CWBA and SBA Host Women and Government Contracting

Center for Women’s Business Advancement

 Presents

Government Contracting for Women

This free workshop will introduce you to the opportunities available to women business owners with the federal government and its large prime contractors.

You will learn about the resources available through the SBA and the NH Procurement Technical Assistance Program that can assist your small business and guide you through the steps necessary to participate in the government contracting. 

During the 2 1/2 -hour workshop, the SBA’s role in government contracts, specifically the Women Owned Small Business contracting program and how to certify your business under this new initiative will be explained.

This workshop will be offered at various locations and dates around the state

First Workshop Scheduled Is:

March 19, 2013 at 9:30-12 Noon

Southern New Hampshire University, Portsmouth Campus

The two and half hour workshop is free to participants however

a space limitation requires pre-registration.

Go to CWBA to register and see other dates and locations

SNHU - Join us for Brazil Trade Day - February 26, 2013

Our Partners

Please join the International Trade Resource Center for:  Brazil Trade Day  February 26th, 2013 * Southern New Hampshire University 2500 North River Road, Manchester, NH  We are pleased to announce a full-day event on Doing Business in Brazil.  As the world's 5th largest economy, Brazil is an important market for U.S. companies and provides ample opportunities for almost every industry.  Doing business successfully in this growing market requires knowledge of the local environment and how to navigate nuances that may arise along the export process. Our expert speakers will cover the main topics companies should know when preparing to enter the market or expand and improve existing business. Topics will include:  Overview of the Brazilian market Opportunities for New Hampshire companies Best practices when entering and succeeding in the Brazilian market  Explicit and implicit costs of doing business   Finding and managing your distributors, agents or Brazil representatives Highlighting projects in the sustainability and biomedical industries Logistics of getting your product to Brazil  Navigating the complex customs system U.S. Commercial Services resources in Brazil    Featuring expert speakers: Craig Cassarino - NH's Commercial Consul to Brazil   Anita Coons - Air Sea Logistics Group, Inc.   Christopher Staub - BOC International USA    Noslen Botelho - Owner of Excel Santos Transportes Rodoviarios Ltda.(Brazil) U.S. Government Representative of the U.S. Consulate, Rio de Janeiro   When:   8:30am-3:30pm, Tuesday, February 26, 2013 Where: Southern New Hampshire University, Hospitality Building, Manchester NH (Directions) Cost:    $75 per person, breakfast & lunch included Register online (space is limited!) Please call or email Ellie White at 603.271.8444 with any questions. International Trade Resource Center  Phone: +1 (603) 271-8444 | Fax: +1 (603) 271-6784 | Email: itrc@dred.state.nh.us

  

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SNHU - The Honorable Jeanne Shaheen & Amy Labelle to Speak at Forum

	We have GREAT news to share with you today! The CWBA is pleased to announce two dynamic New Hampshire women will be welcoming our “Women & Money Forum” on Thursday, January 10th: U.S. Senator Jeanne Shaheen and Amy LaBelle of LaBelle Winery!! Both women appreciate the importance placed on ensuring the success of our New Hampshire women owned small businesses. Make this the year to Learn, Earn & Grow! Take advantage of this unique opportunity to hear from two amazing women and learn from some New Hampshire experts to help grow your finances. Don’t delay, register today! January 10, 2013 from 8:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. Robert Frost Hall at Southern New Hampshire University
	Cost (includes lunch) $50 - CWBA members $75 - Non-members Register Online Reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities will be made if requested at least two weeks in advance. Contact us via email or call 603-629-4697 when making a request.