NAWBO

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Creating wealth, producing leaders and influencing the global community.

Why Join Us?

Whether an employee, entrepreneur, or the CEO of a multimillion-dollar firm, women’s inequality issues in the workforce and as business owners, perpetuate as obstacles to success in our current society. NAWBO Sacramento’s desire is to address the relevant topics, increase awareness, and improve the business atmosphere for women through seminars and education, lobbying politicians, and fellowship with like-minded local business owners.

Join your voice with over 12 million women business owners.

Opportunity to give back and pave the way for future business owners.

Access to “member only” benefits for you, employees and family members.

Members say 50% or more of their revenue comes from NAWBO members.

NAWBO is a 100% investment in you – best business decision you can make in
yourself.

About NAWBO Sacramento

NAWBO Sacramento is the local chapter of the National Association of Women Business Owners in the Sacramento Valley, chartered in 1987.

Our chapter provides members with a variety of educational, social, economic and political programs that support women in building successful ventures and making effective changes in business culture. Our goal is to provide you with access to Mentors, Advisors and Advocates to help grow your business and your community relationships.

About NAWBO Sacramento

Sacramento

NAWBO Sacramento is the local chapter of the National Association of Women Business Owners in the Sacramento Valley, chartered in 1987.

Our chapter provides members with a variety of educational, social, economic and political programs that support women in building successful ventures and making effective changes in business culture. Our goal is to provide you with access to Mentors, Advisors and Advocates to help grow your business and your community relationships.

Member Spotlight

Get to know our newest NAWBO Sacramento Chapter members

Joyce

Mayernick

Merrill Lynch Wealth Management

Financial Services

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I became a financial advisor because I believe women and military families deserve more than surface‑level guidance— they deserve an advocate who understands their world. My career path has taken me from private equity to building and selling my own company to becoming a military spouse, and each chapter has shown me how transformative the right financial partner can be. I’ve lived the realities of entrepreneurship, the uncertainty of military life, and the weight of making financial decisions without a trusted resource to turn to.
That’s why my work is personal. I combine financial expertise with lived experience to provide guidance that is clear, accessible, and genuinely supportive. My goal isn’t just to help clients manage wealth—it’s to give them confidence, clarity, and the freedom to focus on what matters most.

I joined NAWBO because I believe deeply in the power of women supporting women. As Merrill’s ambassador to NAWBO Sacramento, I’m proud to champion women in business and contribute to a community built on leadership, collaboration, and shared growth. Being part of a network of founders, leaders, and change‑makers energizes me, and I’m committed to giving back—whether through financial education, meaningful partnership, or simply showing up as a genuine advocate for other women on their journeys.

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NAWBO members’ businesses employ more employees than the average women-owned business.

Average number of years that NAWBO members have owned their business.

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NAWBO members in the professional, scientific and technical services sector.

25% of members make more than $1 million in annual sales and 34% make more than $500K.

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NAWBO members access capital through credit cards; 37% utilize private and family.

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NAWBO members hold post-graduate degrees.

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NAWBO Members are over the age of 45; 25% are in the 35-44 age group.