Whether you're just getting started with AI or you've been using it for a year and still feel like you're only scratching the surface, the overwhelm is real at every level. You're not behind. You're not the only one who feels like everyone else figured this out. And you definitely don't need another two-hour presentation about "what AI is."

What this is instead:

A room full of women business owners showing each other what's actually working. The apps that are saving them hours, the AI shortcuts and prompts providing real information and the tools that really work.

This is a hands-on, peer-to-peer session that is designed so you will walk out thinking, "I can actually use this tomorrow."

What to expect:

• Real demonstrations from business owners using AI day-to-day

• Time to share what you're using (and ask what everyone else is)

• Networking, appetizers, and the kind of energy that makes you glad you showed up

• At least one takeaway you'll put to work the next morning

This isn't a seminar. It's a working session for women who'd rather skip the tutorial.

Spots are limited. Register now to save yours.

Come say hi to NAWBO at our display table at the Seminole County Chamber Professional Women’s Luncheon.

This is a Seminole County Chamber event that NAWBO is participating in.

The Professional Women's Luncheon has set the standard for showcasing successful women in an environment that is inspiring and exciting.  At each lunch, a high profile woman shares her life story, giving attendees a look into the struggles and accomplishments of women throughout Central Florida.  Likewise, the luncheon is attended by successful business women who participate in special activities designed to facilitate introductions.

During this luncheon, a community leader will share her inspiring personal story and professional journey, which may include recollections of violent and/or traumatic events. We encourage all guests to prioritize their own wellbeing and consider their tolerance for these topics when deciding whether or not to attend.

Speaker:
Tanya Easterling, market president, Central Florida Region, Florida Blue

Stop hoping. Start winning government contracts.

Register Today. Sponsorship opportunities available.

Most business owners walk into a government contracting opportunity hoping to meet the right person or land the right bid. Beyond the Bid flips that approach — giving you a practical, end-to-end playbook for competing and winning across every level of government: federal, state, and local.

Presented by NAWBO Orlando in partnership with the National Entrepreneur Center, this in-person symposium walks through the full relationship lifecycle of government contracting — not just how to submit a proposal, but how to show up, build the right relationships, and stay in the game through wins and losses alike.

You'll hear directly from a distinguished panel of government contracting experts with real, credentialed experience across the full contracting lifecycle:

• Brand & Position — How to show up as a credible, competitive business — before you ever submit anything.

• Research & Relationship-Build — Identifying the right opportunities and the right people, long before a bid is posted.

• Prepare & Submit — What it actually takes to put together a winning proposal — from the inside out.

• Monitor & Nurture — Staying actively engaged with the relationship while your bid is under review.

• Win or Lose, Keep Going — How to debrief a loss, extract what you need, and come back stronger on the next bid.

Who Should Attend

This event is open to all entrepreneurs and small business owners across Central Florida — not limited to NAWBO members or women-owned businesses. If you're ready to grow your business through government contracts, this event is built for you.

What to Expect

 ✓  Networking reception with food and beverages

✓  Moderated panel discussion with credentialed government contracting experts

✓  Practical, actionable takeaways you can apply immediately

✓  Connections with Central Florida's entrepreneurial community

NAWBO’s 2026 summit is an intimate, highly curated event that brings together 150 women business owners for context, culture and leadership in an unforgettable destination. It blends purposeful programming with rich local experiences, offering space to build meaningful relationships, gain fresh perspective and engage deeply with the vibrant spirit of Miami.

Orlando Chapter members traveling to Miami - we plan to make the trip via Brightline. If you’d like to join us, please email president@nawboorlando.org for more details.

Join the NAWBO Orlando Board in October for a special “Coffee with the Board.” This free, informal meetup is your chance to build your network, strengthen relationships, and grow your business—all in a relaxed coffee shop setting. Locations vary each month, and while coffee is on you, the connections are priceless. Whether you're a member or just curious about NAWBO, come sip, share, and succeed with us!

Come say hi to NAWBO at our display table at the Seminole County Chamber Professional Women’s Luncheon.

This is a Seminole County Chamber event that NAWBO is participating in.

The Professional Women's Luncheon has set the standard for showcasing successful women in an environment that is inspiring and exciting.  At each lunch, a high profile woman shares her life story, giving attendees a look into the struggles and accomplishments of women throughout Central Florida.  Likewise, the luncheon is attended by successful business women who participate in special activities designed to facilitate introductions.

During this luncheon, a community leader will share her inspiring personal story and professional journey, which may include recollections of violent and/or traumatic events. We encourage all guests to prioritize their own wellbeing and consider their tolerance for these topics when deciding whether or not to attend.