Convention starting off on Thursday evening.  I have been with Women Business Owners since 2004.  It was great to finally meet in person the Founder/President, Anna Campbell.  The online community is great and you always feel like you know this friends/business associates even if you don't meet them face to face.  When you get the opportunity it is wonderful.

In the evening, the convention started off with the Keynote and VIP Networking.

The first keynote speaker was Felicia J. Slattery.  She lives her life with energy, passion and enthusiasm because she realizes each moment is precious.  This what I saw last night listening to her speak. 

The second keynot speaker was Nancy Williams.  She taught us all to live with S.T.Y.L.E. Nancy is a Licensed Professional Counselor and Life Coach.

WBO handed out 4 of the 6 annual awards.
Volunteering Heart: Patricia Boes
Persevering Business Woman of the Year: Kathy Allen
Networking Woman of the Year: Mary B. Relotto
Empowering Woman of the Year: Stephanie Brehm

After the Reception, several of us went to the Kick's Grill in the Mariott North Greenspoint Hotel for networking and socializing.

All in all in was a great time and was great to meet in person all the women business owners that you talk to online.

Michelle Suman