Whatcom Women in Business was established in 1978, and is one of the oldest and most encompassing network/referral sources for business women. It is the mission of WWiB to promote a positive image of professional women in business while developing leadership skills, strength through mutual support, mentoring and opportunities for business and personal growth.

WWiB provides regular opportunities for members and guests to mentor for personal and professional growth. WWiB is comprised of business owners and upper level managers. The membership is interested in developing and maintaining proactive roles within the association and the community at large. Through teaching, learning, leadership and peer support we strive to exemplify and promote the three areas we honor - leadership, professionalism and mentoring.

Whatcom Women in Business

Welcomes you to
Ladies Only Tea Party & Fashion Show

Sunday, June 3rd 1:00PM – 4:00PM

Selene Homestead
7523 Kickerville Rd. Blaine, Washington 98230
Cost - $50
Register & Pay here!

Enjoy a hosted champagne luncheon and fashion show from local retailers while supporting a great cause! With your support our Scholarship Program was able to provide over $15,000 in scholarships for local women in 2011 !

We would encourage you to visit the website for scholarship application information and for further details about our programs. Please note that this event is Rain or Shine!

  • OUR NEXT MEMBERSHIP MEETING:
    ... Tuesday, May 22nd

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  • Speakers for April meeting: Member Presentation Panel
    Understanding your Insurance Needs & Concerns

    Lesa Boxx - Country Financial
    Nancy Leavitt - American Family Ins.
    Roxanne McCloud - SSK Insurance

  • 2nd Qtr Charity: Agape House

    The Agape Women's and Children's Home was established in 1973. Its purpose is to provide emergency shelter and transitional housing for homeless women and children.

    Today the Agape Home provides a stable, nurturing environment for women with children. The women at the Agape Home are involved in daily routines, including household chores and job searches; mothers are required to take parenting classes.

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  • Professional Woman of the Year Banquet
    October 23, 2012

    Nominations for 2012 can be submitted


2011 Professional Woman of the Year is Gwyn Howat, Operations Manager, Mt. Baker Ski Area

All of the members of Whatcom Women in Business would like to thank all of our sponsors and event attendees that made this event a huge success. Special Thanks to Northwest Computer Repair for making sure our computer equipment was set up for check-in/check-out and to Whatcom Sound for running the videos and sound.

2011 Banquet Sponsors

When we meet:

Fourth Tuesday of the month 
5:30-6:00pm Social
6:00-8:00pm Meeting
Bellingham Golf & Country Club.
3729 Meridian St., Bellingham
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2012 Board Members

Executive Board:
President: Susie Betts
Past President: Tally Rabatin
Secretary:  Nancy Leavitt
Treasurer:  Renee Aase
VP Programs:  Lynne Henifin
VP Membership: Julie Guay
VP Publicity: Sharon Yonally
Member Liaison: Hollie Hilde
Web Master: Pam Needham
Banquet Chair: Sheila Connors

Chair & Committee Members:
Member at Large: Roxanne McCloud

Banquet Co-Chair:
Pam Needham
Auction Chair:
Sandy Keathley
PWOTY Nominations Chair:
Lynne Henifin
Dessert Dash Chair:
Dana Meyers-Smith

Scholarship Program Chair:
Cathleen Kunz
Scholarship Committee:
Debbie Gann, Hollie Hilde
& Jessaca Tesarik

Charity Fund Chair:
Julie Guay
Charity Committee:
Pam Needham, Lynne Henifin
& Susie Betts