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15th Annual Central Texas Women's Leadership Conference


Join us in Killeen, Texas this summer as we celebrate, not only the last 15 years of successful conferences filled with development and networking, but also the successes of our ABWA members and friends! Hosted by the Central Texas Area Council of the American Business Women's Association (ABWA).

The Central Texas Area Council of the American Business Women's Association is proud to offer a day of education and networking to all area business women! Thanks to the phenomenal response to last year's conference, we are returning to the Killeen Civic & Conference Center. View a map to this venue> Attendee registration will open May 1, 2010!

Advertising Opportunity: Affordable Sponsorships Available!

Put your business in front of more than 100 Central Texas business women with real buying power! Become a sponsor of the 15th Annual conference. There are four levels of sponsorships available, from $100 for ABWA members and their employers, up to $1000 Diamond Sponsorships. All materials needed for media inclusion must be received by April 30, 2010 so contact us today! Email Bonnie Hunt for more information.

Register for an affordable sponsorship online >

Speakers & Sessions

The day includes your choice of 3 break-out sessions from our line-up of topics. The broad range of topics will help you step into the coming months and years with a refreshed outlook on your career and your personal well-being.

Speakers & topics coming soon. Contact us with your session/speaker ideas!

You DO NOT have to be a member of ABWA to attend this conference, but you can learn more about the American Business Women's Association on the About Us page. Membership is open to any business woman who is seeking professional and personal development and networking opportunities.

Vendor Booths

Vendor Booths -- Only $50!We will have vendors with products relevant to the needs of business women. Vendor Booths are just $75 and include an 8' foot table, two chairs & one lunch ticket. Additional booths spaces and/or lunch tickets may be purchased.

TO REGISTER: Only one vendor per business will be allowed, i.e.only one Mary Kay representative, but there may be several cosmeticscompanies.

Thru April 30: Vendor registration open to ABWA member vendors.
May 1 - May 30: Vendor registration open to last year's vendors.
June 1 - August 13: First payment guarantees space.

Please contact Vendor Coordinator Karin Oaks to ensure your business type is available. She will send you a link to the online registration form or a printable, mailable form you can send in with your payment. Email Karin Oaks at  today with your business name and products/services sold.

One Break-Out Session Included! Due to the great response from last year's vendors, one morning break-out session will be held in the main hall for the benefit of our vendors who do not wish to leave their booth to take advantage of the conference. Check back soon to see what session will be included with your Vendor Registration!

Shilo Inn SuitesHOTEL INFORMATION:
The full-service, all non-smoking Shilo Inn Suites Hotel is conveniently located adjacent to the Civic and Conference Center, where our event will be held this year. Special rates pending... check back soon!
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Request a Brochure

Would you like a 2010 Women's Leadership Conference brochure mailed to you when they are available? Need multiple copies for your business or group? Email us the number you need and your address at bonnieh@perryop.com.


Please support our sponsors who help make this event possible.

Gold Sponsor
Spectrum Printing
spectrumprinting-killeen.com
Gold Sponsor
American Bank of Texas
www.abtexasna.com
Gold Sponsor
MetLife Financial Group of Texas
Kathy Clifford-Grazinskas, LUTCF
(512) 346-5090
Tish Ptomey
Mary Kay Cosmetics
Independent Beauty Consultant
www.marykay.com/tishptomey
ABWA Sponsor
Lott, Vernon & Company, P.C.
www.lott-vernon.com
ABWA Sponsor
First National Bank Texas
www.1stnb.com
ABWA Sponsor
Perry Office Plus
www.perryop.com


The Central Texas Area Council of the American Business Women's Association



Have questions about the conference? Please e-mail us at bonnieh@perryop.com or call Bonnie at 254-913-6022.