The Power of Connecting - Empowering Workingwomen

• Connect with mentors, colleagues and friends at local programs, signature events, state conventions and the annual National Conference, who can assist you in advancing your career and making the right connections.
• Thrive professionally with an organization that supports women throughout career transitions and at different levels of industry. Utilize the BPW/USA Career Center, an online job board created specifically for women and veterans.
• Stay informed on the latest issues impacting women with complimentary subscriptions to BusinessWoman, Legislative Hotline, Headquarters News and exclusive member access to extensive resources on the Cherry Creek BPW Network website and the BPW/USA website.

The Power of Voices United

• Leverage our influence BPW/Colorado and BPW/USA has a track record of influencing legislation that impacts women and families from VAWA to FMLA to Johanna’s Law. Ensure that workingwomen have a powerful voice.
• Support effective legislative representation on national issues critical to workingwomen equal pay, small business interests, quality health care, workplace flexibility, Social Security and other workplace equity and work-life issues.
• Lobby local state and federal legislators through BPW’s e-Advocacy Centerand at the annual Policy & Action Conference on Capitol Hill and in our local Community.

The Power to Help Others

BPW/USA was founded in 1919 on the premise of women helping women.

• Empower workingwomen by working to advance our legislative platform to ensure we are all represented and our issues are addressed.
• Women Joining Forces is a program created to assist women veterans in their transition from military service into the civilian workforce. BPW/USA is the only non-governmental agency offering support to this deserving group of women. Visit www.womenjoiningforces.org for more information about special veteran benefits.

The Power to Change Workplaces

• Be on the cutting-edge of legislation impacting women and their families BPW/USA’s public policy department works with legislators to shape policies that improve workplaces and empower workingwomen.
• Raise public awareness around changing workplaces through signature events, including National Business Women’s Week® and Equal Pay Day.

BPW/USA fosters the success of workingwomen by providing career advancement resources, worklife strategies and personal and professional connections.

BPW Colorado "Members Only"

• Search for other members by name, industry or local organization;
• Add events to the BPW Colorado calendar;
• Update your own member profile; and take advantage of reduced
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  • Business Woman Magazine,online and free to all BPW Members

Signature Programs

• Virginia Allan Young Careerist Program helps young women and men, 21-35, hone their professional skills.
• Individual Development Program helps members develop the professional skills that will enable them to take that next important step in their career.
• Women Joining Forces: Closing Ranks, Opening Doors helps women veterans transition from the military into civilian careers and life.

Signature Conferences

• Policy & Action Conference held annually in Washington, DC for attendees to learn about pending legislation and lobby on Capitol Hill.
• National Conference held annually, this conference brings together more than 800 women, and BPW leaders representing 54 state federations, for professional development and education workshops, career coaching, networking and personal connections.

Signature Events

• Equal Pay Day and Unhappy Hours held annually, these events highlight the issue of pay equity and the continuing wage gap for women.
• National Business Women’s Week held annually, this event has for more than 75 years, spotlighted the accomplishments of women and their importance to American business.

Signature Resources

BPW/USA Web site
This informative web site provides a portal of information for BPW members, stakeholders and supporters. Learn about BPW activities, events, programming and resources. www.bpwusa.org.

BusinessWoman Magazine
Published four times a year, BPW/USA’s flagship publication is a vital resource for workingwomen and those who support them. Ninety percent of readers rate BusinessWoman Magazine as an excellent resource for workingwomen.

Headquarters News
Published monthly, this electronic publication keeps BPW/USA members across the country up-to date on the latest happenings at the national level and important developments in issues and trends affecting workplace equity.

Legislative Hotline
This weekly e-action alert provides BPW/USA members current information and reports concerning national legislative priorities.

Advocacy Classroom
This dynamic, online tool was designed to improve communication to state and federal legislators. This resource educates members about issues related to the legislative platform.