| (OBWA) Orillia Business Women's Association

Message from the President

Welcome to the OBWA. This website is a multi-purpose resource for our members, guests and interested parties as it offers our membership directory, access to our event information and much more. Please take a good look around, bookmark us and come back often. The OBWA is committed to offering the women of Orillia and surrounding areas the opportunity to enjoy our monthly meetings and be a part of our annual Trade Show. Meeting attendees enjoy guest speakers each month that discuss subjects that will educate and entertain you in areas pertaining to both your business and personal life. The OBWA also hosts the prestigious Orillia Business Women of the Year and Young Women of the Year gala each May. The OBWA believes Our Strength is Networking and at each meeting we have an hour to network before dinner, with like minded individuals, all in a friendly and comfortable environment. I thank our members for their continued support of the OBWA and welcome all newcomers to come out to give us a try. I am sure you will like what we have to offer. We are interested in hearing your suggestions on how to improve as well, please contact myself, or any member of our executive if you wish to discuss any ideas you may have. I look forward to seeing you all in the year ahead.

Sincerely,
Cheryl Snake

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24 May

OBWA is pleased to present Linda Leatherdale at our next OBWA Meeting, June 9

Posted by Michelle Byers at 7:26 pm

TAX ME, I’M CANADIAN
Linda Leatherdale, feisty financial commentator, known as the Great Defender of Main Street, has returned to her home town to give a presentation. She has forced politicians to rethink tax grabs and has fought for fairness for hard-working families, who account for two-thirds of our country’s health and wealth. Linda reminds leaders [...]

14 May

Nelle Carter Woman of the Year & Lisa Brooking Young Woman of the Year 2010 Winners Announced

Posted by Lynda McNabb at 1:30 pm

The Orillia Women’s Business Association (OBWA) hosted the 20th annual dinner for the Nelle Carter Woman of the Year and the Lisa Brooking Young Woman of the Year. The staff at Hawk Ridge Golf & Country Club served a delicious meal to a full house of members & supporters.
Maureen Way was awarded the Nelle Carter [...]

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Testimonials

I'm happy to belong to a group of ladies who are so outgoing, fun and who have helped me expand my own business. The OBWA are very uplifting, and encouraging, positive and are an asset to Orillia's women!
- Member, OBWA