Nawbo-indianapolis

What Nawbo-indianapolis does

NAWBO-Indianapolis is the Indianapolis chapter of the National Association of Women Business Owners, a nonprofit organization founded in 2001 that serves women entrepreneurs in the Indianapolis and Central Indiana region. The chapter operates as part of a broader national network of 70 chapters with 8,000+ members and global reach to 60 countries through affiliation with Les Femmes Chefs d'Enterprises Mondiales (FCEM). Its core function is providing a community and business resource platform for women business owners, delivered through tiered membership programs (Basic $359.40, Premier $479.40, Supporting $795, Student $120 annually), signature events including the annual Visionary Awards Luncheon (1,000+ attendees) and quarterly luncheons (80-120 attendees), advocacy programming (FUEL, Day at State House, Day at City Hall), and corporate partner-led supplier diversity channels.

The organization generates revenue from four streams: membership dues (processed via NAWBO National), event attendance fees, tiered corporate partnerships (Diamond through In-Kind sponsorship levels with major regional employers including PNC Bank, Elevance Health, Eli Lilly, Citizens Energy Group, Indianapolis Airport Authority, and Duke Energy), and tax-deductible donations to its affiliated 501(c)(3) NAWBO-Indy Foundation established in 2012. Distribution and member acquisition occur through NAWBO National's website, the chapter's local website (nawboindy.org), in-person events, member directories, the Boss Ladies Magazine publication, and a Constant Contact email newsletter. The organization has 1-10 employees and a small headquarters at 101 W. Ohio Street in downtown Indianapolis, governed by an elected Board of Directors with representation from major corporate partners. There is no technology product; the value proposition is human-mediated networking, advocacy representation, and procurement access for women-owned businesses.

Name

Nawbo-indianapolis

Legal name

NAWBO-Indianapolis

Website

https://www.nawboindy.org

Company type

Private

Founded year

1997

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

NAWBO-Indianapolis is a nonprofit chapter serving women business owners in Central Indiana through tiered memberships, networking events, advocacy programming, and corporate partner sponsorship, generating revenue from dues, events, and sponsorships from major regional employers.

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Headquarters

HQ city

Indianapolis

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Operations, Marketing or Sales, Personnel, Others

Revenue model

1. Membership Dues: Annual membership dues collected at various tier levels (Basic, Premiere, Supporting, Student). Dues are processed through NAWBO National's membership system.
2. Event Fees: Revenue generated from event attendance fees including luncheons, Circle of Learning sessions, Visionary Awards Luncheon, and Connections Corporate Mixer. Non-member rates apply for non-members attending open events.
3. Corporate Partnership Sponsorships: Corporate partners pay tiered sponsorship fees (Diamond, Emerald, Gold, Silver, Bronze, In-Kind) in exchange for visibility, networking access, and association with women-owned business advocacy.
4. Foundation Donations: Tax-deductible donations to the NAWBO-Indy Foundation supporting entrepreneurial scholarships and educational programming. The Boss Ladies Magazine special edition aims to raise at least $10,000 for the foundation.

Pricing tiers

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Marketing channels7 records

Core offering

NAWBO-Indianapolis is a nonprofit membership-based local chapter of the National Association of Women Business Owners that supports women business owners in Indianapolis and Central Indiana through tiered membership packages, networking events, educational programming, advocacy initiatives, and corporate partnership programs. The organization sells annual memberships (Basic, Premiere, Supporting, and Student tiers) and produces recurring events such as monthly luncheons, the Visionary Awards Luncheon, Circle of Learning sessions, and the Connections Corporate Mixer.

Product overview

NAWBO-Indianapolis is a membership-based organization serving women entrepreneurs in the Indianapolis area. The organization offers a unified portfolio of membership packages (Basic, Premiere, Supporting, and Student tiers) that provide access to networking events, educational programs, advocacy initiatives, and business resources. Core programming includes Circle for Learning gatherings, quarterly luncheons, the annual Visionary Awards Luncheon, and Connections Corporate Mixer. The organization operates the NAWBO-Indy Foundation (a 501(c)(3) providing scholarships) and maintains an Access & Opportunity Committee focused on DEI&B. Additional offerings include business certification resources, advocacy programs (FUEL, Day at State House, Day at City Hall), volunteer committees, the Boss Ladies Magazine publication, and a regular newsletter. The organization does not offer a technology product but serves as a networking and advocacy hub for women business owners.

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Brands

• Boss Ladies Magazine: A special edition magazine dedicated to celebrating the impact and achievements of NAWBO-Indianapolis chapter members, raising funds for the NAWBO Indy Foundation.

Products and services

• NAWBO-Indianapolis Membership Tiered annual membership program (Basic $359.40, Premiere $479.40, Supporting $795, Student $120) providing women business owners access to networking, educational resources, advocacy, member directories, and corporate partner discounts.
• NAWBO-Indy Foundation

Quantifiable outcome

• Over 1,000 attendees at annual Visionary Luncheon
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Ideal customer profiles4 records

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Partnerships

18 partnerships are on record, tiered core, diamond, emerald, gold and silver.

• NAWBO-Indy FoundationcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2012The NAWBO-Indy Foundation is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit educational organization established in 2012 by the NAWBO-Indianapolis Chapter. The foundation enhances wealth-generating potential of female business owners through educational opportunities, scholarship funding, and economic development initiatives for the next generation of women entrepreneurs.
• PNC BankdiamondGTM or Marketing PartnerPNC Bank is a Diamond-tier corporate partner and the nation's fifth largest bank. The bank has hundreds of PNC-Certified Women's Business Advocates throughout its 15-state footprint, including more than 50 in Indiana. PNC is recognized by the Ewing Marion Kaufmann Foundation as one of three banks with best practices for providing women-owned companies with access to capital. Through their Supplier Diversity team, they are committed to increasing procurement opportunities for women-owned and minority-owned firms. PNC ranks among the 100 Best Companies for Working Mothers and Top 50 Companies for Female Executives.
• Elevance HealthemeraldGTM or Marketing PartnerElevance Health is an Emerald-tier corporate partner represented by Eileen Quigley, Director of ESG & Supplier Diversity. The health insurance company supports NAWBO-Indianapolis programming through corporate sponsorship.
• Indianapolis Airport AuthoritygoldGTM or Marketing PartnerThe Indianapolis Airport Authority (IAA), operator of Indiana's largest airport system including Indianapolis International Airport, is a Gold-tier partner. IAA was named NAWBO-Indianapolis' 2021 Corporate Partner of the Year. The airport serves over 9 million travelers annually with a $5+ billion economic impact. IAA is committed to supplier diversity with Holli Harrington serving as Director of Supplier Diversity.
• Citizens Energy GroupgoldGTM or Marketing PartnerCitizens Energy Group is a Gold-tier partner and public charitable utility providing natural gas, thermal energy, water, and wastewater services to about 800,000 people. Meechelle Parker serves as Supplier Diversity Program Manager. Citizens was named Corporate Partner of the Year in 2022.
• Eli Lilly and CompanygoldGTM or Marketing PartnerEli Lilly and Company is a Gold-tier corporate partner represented by Shirley Tang-Audritsh. The pharmaceutical company provides support for women-owned business initiatives and procurement opportunities through its supplier diversity program.
• Engaging SolutionsgoldGTM or Marketing PartnerEngaging Solutions is a Gold-tier partner and multi-faceted management consulting firm with resources to accomplish high-level management and auditing to ground-level implementation. Tammy Butler serves on the Board Advisors.
• Etica GroupgoldGTM or Marketing PartnerEtica Group is a Gold-tier partner and professional consulting firm providing Architectural, Engineering, Land Surveying, Building Envelope Consulting, and Construction Inspection services. Founded in 2005, Etica is WBE certified in Indiana and named President/CEO Jessica Nickloy was Woman Business Owner of the Year 2022. The firm was named Corporate Partner of the Year in 2024.
• Phoenix Data CorporationgoldGTM or Marketing PartnerPhoenix Data Corporation (PDC) is a Gold-tier partner, woman-owned small business headquartered in Indianapolis with approximately 75 employees. Founded in 2001, PDC supports customers in government and industry including U.S. Navy, U.S. Army, State of Indiana. Carol Curran, former Member of the Year, leads the company.
• Regions BankgoldGTM or Marketing PartnerRegions is a Gold-tier partner offering unique tools and resources for women through their Women + Wealth Series. Sia Nicholos serves as Sr. Small Business Relationship Manager. Regions provides financial strategies and advisory services to women business owners.
• Citizens State BanksilverGTM or Marketing PartnerCitizens State Bank is a Silver-tier partner and fourth-generation family-owned community bank serving entrepreneurs since 1873. The bank focuses on relationship banking and provides financial analysis and opportunities for small business growth.
• Duke EnergysilverGTM or Marketing PartnerDuke Energy is a Silver-tier partner and one of the largest electric power holding companies in the U.S., providing electricity to 8.6 million retail customers. Their award-winning supplier diversity program, established in 1983, exceeds $1 billion annually with diverse suppliers. Bernice L. Walker serves in Supplier Diversity.
• Health & Hospital Corporation of Marion CountysilverGTM or Marketing PartnerHealth & Hospital Corporation of Marion County is a Silver-tier partner operating the Marion County Public Health Department, Eskenazi Health, Indianapolis EMS, and Long Term Care. Felecia J. Roseburgh serves as Supplier Diversity Director.
• Nubian Construction GroupsilverGTM or Marketing PartnerNubian Construction Group is a Silver-tier partner and certified Women- and Minority-Owned Business (WBE/MBE) providing construction management and tri-axle trucking services. Deborah Oatts serves as President & CEO and Board Advisor. The company is DBE certified by the Department of Transportation.
• Taft LawsilverGTM or Marketing PartnerTaft Law is a Silver-tier partner with offices across multiple states. The firm supports women in leadership through its Professional Women's Resource Group and provides legal services to women business owners.
• Messer ConstructionsilverGTM or Marketing PartnerMesser Construction is a Silver-tier partner and construction company committed to building diverse communities. They support NAWBO-Indianapolis programming as a corporate partner.
• Bank of AmericacoreGTM or Marketing PartnerBank of America hosts the August Quarterly Luncheon at their 510 East 96th Street location in Indianapolis. The bank is an active supporter of women entrepreneurs and provides small business financing resources.
• NAWBO NationalcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerNAWBO National is the parent organization founded in 1975 with 70 chapters and 8,000+ members across the country. NAWBO-Indianapolis is a local chapter affiliated with the national organization. Through affiliation with Les Femmes Chefs d'Enterprises Mondiales, NAWBO's global reach extends to 60 countries on five continents.

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Broad incumbents

• NAWBO National (National Association of Women Business Owners): National parent organization founded in 1975 with 70 chapters and 8,000+ members. It is the direct umbrella for NAWBO-Indianapolis and shares the same mission, brand, and membership infrastructure.
• National Women's Business Council (NWBC): Independent federal advisory council created to promote the development and growth of women-owned businesses. Comparable mission around advocacy and policy influence for women entrepreneurs, though operating at the federal rather than local level.
• Minority Business Development Agency (MBDA): Federal agency supporting minority and women-owned businesses with access to capital, contracts, and markets. Provides comparable procurement-advocacy value to NAWBO-Indianapolis members at the national level.
• SBA Women's Business Centers: SBA-funded centers providing training, mentoring, and resources to women entrepreneurs. Comparable education and resource focus, particularly relevant in the Indianapolis SBA district.

Direct peers

• Women's Business Enterprise National Council (WBENC): The largest certifier of women-owned businesses in the U.S., providing certification, networking, and corporate connections. Comparable in mission to NAWBO-Indianapolis around advancing women business owners, particularly in M/WBE procurement.
• Women Impacting Public Policy (WIPP): National nonprofit advocating for women entrepreneurs through policy and procurement access. Comparable to NAWBO-Indianapolis in combining advocacy, education, and corporate engagement for women business owners.
• SCORE: Largest volunteer network of free, expert business mentors in the U.S. SCORE overlaps with NAWBO-Indianapolis in providing small business education, mentorship, and resources to women entrepreneurs, though it serves all demographics.
• NAWBO Chicago: Another large local NAWBO chapter. Highly comparable as a sister chapter offering the same membership model, programming, and advocacy structure in a different Midwest metro.

Regional players

• Indy Chamber: Indianapolis regional chamber of commerce providing networking, advocacy, and business resources. Serves the same Indianapolis geography and overlapping member base, though broader than women-only.

Emerging players

• Goldman Sachs 10,000 Small Businesses: Program providing education, capital access, and support to small businesses including a strong cohort of women entrepreneurs. Comparable in education-and-network offering to NAWBO-Indianapolis members.

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