Deanna headed up the "Minding Your (own) Business" section of the Expo, organizing and presenting several mini-seminars on all aspects of building and running a small business, as well as two full 1/2 hour workshops on Building Your Website and Building It Right.  Several guest speakers were part of the lineup and the seminars were presented on the floor in the classroom of Minding Your (own) Business area and were a great success. 

Ms. Lilly stated that, "...although I went to the Expo with the idea of just getting more exposure for my business and my target audience, the independent business professional, I was greatly surprised by the number of calls I later received for websites.

It's hard for a lot of smaller businesses to realize that they need a good web presence to make their business successful.  Most of them think if you have a website you are selling something.  But in reality, your website gives the public unlimited access to what you do and when you are open for business.  Most of the time, people shop on the web, but buy when they come to see you."

With Sincere Appreciation For Everyone's Support
Once again we would like to thank you for all your support. 

Thank You, 
The Executive Committee of the Women's Expo 
Charolene, Kathy, Sue, Nancy, and Patsy 

---- Deanna Lilly

View more pictures from the awards luncheon.

The Women's Expo will benefit all who attend and support scholarships for students at CCBC, along with supporting the efforts of women to expand their skills through workshops and conferences. This Expo is being held by the American Association of Women in Community Colleges (a non-profit organization) and sponsored at this time by Fox Chevrolet, A&M Jeweler, and Wright Financial L.L.C.

Make your plans now for the 2005 event.  Although this may seem early, we find it an excellent time to mark the calendar for a fun filled day, and to give everyone time to purchase tickets as give-a-ways for those who are deserving. If you have a group that you support, such as scouts, single parents, or an orphanage, please purchase extra tickets and bring that group with you. Everyone will find something of interest, and all should go home with new information, handouts of all sorts, and maybe even a prize or two!

Please call for more information.

Thank you for your support.

Charolene Oliver
President AAWCC Catonsville Chapter 410-455-4500

Patsy Anderson
Promoter 410-744-4042 Womens Expo

Sue Fowler
AAWCC Program Specialist 410-455-4290