Great news! If you missed the earlier sign-up for the 2024 Semi-Circle Program, it's not too late to get in and reap the rewards!!! We reopened registration and a few spots remain for this year's cohort. The program will officially begin with the mastermind sessions in June.
Register now through May 31st, and you will have access to all of the program's other components, including the podcast library, quarterly opportunities, and your mentor once you're matched.
Now in its sixth year, NAWBO Philadelphia’s Semi-Circle program is designed to help women entrepreneurs overcome growth challenges, increase their revenues, expand their footprint, and learn new skills. It is a NAWBO members-only program. (See information below on joining NAWBO.)
The program is especially beneficial for women business owners who are trying to do everything themselves, those who struggle with scaling their business for growth, and business owners challenged by the ever-changing needs of small businesses to reinvent, redesign, or pivot to stay relevant.
NAWBO Greater Philadelphia Semi-Circle program was inspired by the NAWBO Circle, a national program designed specifically for NAWBO Premier members who own larger businesses exceeding $1 Million in annual revenue. The Semi-Circle offers connections to NAWBO members, access, and learning opportunities above and beyond NAWBO membership for women whose businesses have not reached the Circle’s revenue level but who are inspired to grow their businesses toward that goal.
Participants participate in a monthly mastermind call, conduct interviews with million-dollar woman business owners on topics they want to learn about, and access a podcast library on various business topics, among other activities. They are also individually matched with a mentor who shares advice on business best practices and contacts who can assist participants on their business growth journey.
Other program benefits include using tools like the Kolbe Index, a leading assessment that measures a person’s conative strengths, and hands-on training focusing on promoting your business with NAWBO Alliance Partner SCORE.
Want to know more before you register? Check out this great video about the program - CLICK HERE
Registration Fee: $299
Registration Ends – May 31, 2024
Must be a NAWBO Member to participate.
- Early Registration Fee: $249 | October 1, 2023 – November 1, 2022
- Regular Registration Fee: $299 | November 2, 2023 – December 1, 2023.
- Registration Ends – December 15, 2023
How can I learn more and join the program?
You must be a NAWBO Member to participate. If you are not a member and would like to be part of the Semi-Circle program, you can obtain information about joining NAWBO at https://www.nawbo.org/membership
Graduates of the Goldman Sachs 10,000 Small Business Program are also welcome.
Contact one of our Semi-Circle co-chairs to talk about how Semi-Circle could impact you and your business:
“NAWBO’s Semi Circle provided a fresh perspective on business from colleagues and a dedicated mentor. The Semi Circle created an opportunity to have a dedicated mentor assist my business in scaling our studio. The mastermind sessions created a space for women to share their challenges and successes. Walking away from this program not only did we gain business perspective that we have implemented into our day-to-day operations but a group of women that have become a network. I enjoyed the yearlong exercise and would recommend it to other businesswomen.”
- Ann Marie Casey, Executive Manager, Founder at AMC Photography
“This is my third year in the semi-circle program. I’m so grateful to NAWBO for developing this program, as it has been incredibly helpful for my business. I’ve enjoyed the close relationship I’ve developed with the other women business owners in the program. I feel like I’ve got a supportive network to be able to bounce ideas off and raise questions when I’m stuck. When you are a solopreneur, that support is invaluable. The facilitation of the mastermind has been great as well. Probably for me, the most valuable part has been the 1-1 mentoring. I’ve had 3 different mentors, and each has been fantastic. The program fee is so reasonable, and the program is so powerful that I don’t know why everyone doesn’t seek to join it.”
- Judy Weintraub, CEO SkillBites book writing and publishing services
“There are very few programs at the cost and value of the Semi-Circle! As a second-generation business owner, the network of women, mentors and valuable information I received in the program really helped me develop into my leadership role. The semi-circle program had such an impact on my business and me personally that I wanted to help other women businesses have access to these resources, so I decided to join the leadership committee. We are constantly improving the program and each year it gets even stronger. I tell every women business owner I meet to take advantage of this amazing program!”
- Carol Ann Fernandez, CFP, COO Glen Eagle; Semi-Circle Vice Chair
