Northwest Ohio Business Mentoring Program

Due to the upcoming weather conditions, we are postponing this evening's Northwest Ohio Business Mentoring Kickoff. Your safety is our top priority. We will announce a new date soon and appreciate your understanding. Stay safe, and we look forward to seeing you at the rescheduled event!

Kick off the new season with connection and opportunity! Join us for our Winter/Spring Networking Kickoff THIS Wednesday, February 12, from 5:00 – 7:30 PM at the Toledo Lucas County Public Library Mott Library! This is your chance to expand your network, meet like-minded professionals, and spark new collaborations in an engaging and welcoming space. Whether you're a business owner, entrepreneur, or community leader, this is the perfect opportunity to grow and connect. Northwest Ohio Hispanic Chamber of Commerce Assets Toledo Toledo African-American Chamber of Commerce Come for the networking, stay for the inspiration! Tag a friend and RSVP today! https://lnkd.in/grgTpn73

?Still celebrating our incredible mentees for National Mentorship Month!? Meet Destiny Oshodin, one of our inspiring mentees mentored by Nina Corder. Through mentorship, Destiny gained the tools and support to thrive and create a lasting impact. Ready to take the next step in your journey? Enrollment is still open for our Winter/Spring 2025 Mentorship Cohort! Whether you're looking to grow personally or professionally, this is your chance to be part of a transformative program. Apply now and join a community where connection, growth, and empowerment flourish. - Register as a mentor: https://lnkd.in/gCsXgV_T Register as a mentee: https://lnkd.in/gizV6tVZ #MentorshipMatters #SuccessStories #NationalMentorshipMonth

??? Success Story Spotlight: Daniel Nunez, a standout from our Fall 2024 cohort, worked closely with his mentor, Dr. Anwer Ali, to successfully launch his transportation business! Daniel’s journey is a testament to the power of mentorship and determination. Read more about the launch of Froggy Transportation: https://lnkd.in/gq6P8YjE Ready to create your own success story? We're onboarding mentees and mentors for our Winter/Spring 2025 cohort all January during National Mentoring Month! Don't miss this opportunity to grow and thrive with the support of our mentorship program - Register as a mentor: https://lnkd.in/gyk_uvqJ Register as a mentee: https://lnkd.in/gizV6tVZ #MentorshipMatters #NationalMentoringMonth #SuccessStories

? January is National Mentoring Month! ? Join us in celebrating the power of mentorship through the NW Ohio Business Mentoring Program! This month, we’re spotlighting the benefits of mentorship and sharing inspiring success stories from our past mentees. Are you ready to make an impact? We’re now onboarding mentors and mentees for our Winter/Spring Cohort. Don’t miss the chance to grow, connect, and thrive together! Apply now or learn more: https://lnkd.in/gMGYtZtC #NationalMentoringMonth #MentorshipMatters #NWOhioBusinessMentoring #GrowTogether

Join Us This Giving Tuesday and Be a Catalyst for Change! On Tuesday, December 3, 2024, we invite you to be part of our Circle of Supporters and make a meaningful impact with your gift. At Women of Toledo, we are driven by a mission to educate, engage, and empower women and youth in NWOhio. We believe that investing in minority and women’s economic empowerment can eradicate poverty, build vibrant economies, and unlock human potential on a transformational scale. ?Why Give? ? - Expand access to critical services for women and girls. - Empower BIPOC youth to build resilience and develop Emotional Intelligence (EI), Consciousness (CQ), and practical skills for the future. - Provide scholarships for underserved women to attend ticketed programs and receive mentorship opportunities. - Strengthen community resilience by fostering innovation, mentorship, and action planning. ?Your support sparks empowerment! ? - $100 can provide the support needed for a woman facing financial hardship to attend our forums through our No Woman Left Behind initiative. - $250 to help support a woman in transition. - With just $375, you can sponsor a Fearless Builder in our Girls Hub STEAM Summer Program, empowering the next generation of innovators and leaders. - $500 to fuel the impact of our Advocacy Forums and drive meaningful change. Ways to participate: 1. Visit our Facebook: Women of Toledo and click DONATE button. 2. Visit our website www.womenoftoledo.org and click GIVE at the top of our home page.https://www.paypal.com/donate/... 3. Request donation card via email [email protected] or call our office at 567.970.7172 4.Send a check payable to Women of Toledo dated 12.3.24 to our mailing address with memo “Giving Tuesday”

The NWO Business Mentoring Program partnered with the Toledo Lucas County Public Library Small Business team for Entrepreneurship Week on 11.12.2024! ?? With 55 entrepreneurs in attendance, it was an incredible opportunity to connect, learn, and grow together. The event featured an engaging networking bingo session, helping attendees build their Power Team (referral partners) and gain valuable insights about local resources to elevate their businesses. A big thank you to everyone who joined us in fostering new connections and strengthening our entrepreneurial community! Register to be part of our Spring Cohort: https://lnkd.in/gbk--unQ

Designed specifically for those with an entrepreneurial spirit, join us for classes, networking events, discussion panels, and more inspired by National Entrepreneurship Month and Global Entrepreneurship Week at the Toledo Lucas County Library Small Business Center. Learn more: https://lnkd.in/g9RvrzhG ? Enjoy refreshments alongside meaningful ‘Table Topics’ and ‘Small Business Bingo’ activities in partnership with Women of Toledo and the Northwest Ohio Business Mentoring Program. ? Kindly follow up with our Program Associate, Lisa Halsey, at [email protected] for RSVP and further questions.

Coffee Connections Success! We had an incredible morning at our Mentor and Mentee Coffee Connections, hosted by the Northwest Ohio Hispanic Chamber of Commerce at the Toledo-Lucas County Port Authority! A huge thank you to all who made this event special: ??Craig Teamer for joining and hosting us with such warm hospitality. ??Thomas J. Winston for generously donating a plane ticket to one of our mentees! ??Chick-fil-A for sponsoring a delicious breakfast! ?David Swarts from Copper Press Roastery for providing the perfect coffee to fuel our conversations. ?And of course, to all our mentors and mentees—your presence made the morning even more meaningful! And the good news doesn’t stop there—Registration is now OPEN for our Winter/Spring cohort! We’re excited to welcome new and existing mentees for the next chapter of growth and connection. Register as a mentor: https://lnkd.in/ga9jgPF4 Register as a mentee: https://lnkd.in/gizV6tVZ #CoffeeConnections #MentorshipMatters #CommunityGrowth #NWO

Two weeks ago, we launched our NWOBMP Fall Cohort, and mentors and mentees are already connecting! We'd like to shine a spotlight on our incredible mentors who are dedicating their time to shaping the next generation of leaders. For our first #MentorSpotlight, we want to highlight Sheila Eason, SHRM-SCP, SPHR Founder & CEO of Elevate People Solutions. Sheila is the driving force behind Elevate People Solutions, serving as its founder and CEO. A seasoned expert with over 25 years of experience, Sheila is a Maxwell Leadership Certified Leadership Development Coach, International Speaker, Trainer, Coach, and Consultant. She specializes in personal growth and professional development, helping individuals identify what’s holding them back and achieve greater self-esteem and happiness. She works with businesses to solve their important business problems and provides consulting in a number of key areas, such as organizational development, human resources, and training. Her expertise lies in empowering leaders to build their confidence and competence and unleash their full potential. Her passion is to help people grow. On October 17, from 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m., Sheila will lead the Live2Lead conference, featuring four expert panelists and four virtual speakers. Participants will have the opportunity to learn key principles of leadership and personal growth. Thank you Sheila for taking the time out to join us and lead more mentees this Fall cohort! If you want to learn how to become a mentee or mentor visit: https://lnkd.in/gMGYtZtC