2011-2012 Team Vision
Na Kilohana O Wahine celebrates a membership that is dynamic and accomplished. We will honor this distinction through unparalleled relationship building and mentoring opportunities, embracing the journey with inspiration and stride. 2011-12 Officers and Committee ChairsPresident: Chassidy Shinno & Dawn Paresa
Vice-President: Claire Arakawa Secretary: Lena Yafuso Treasurer: Anna Sislyan & Donna Miyashiro | Welcome to the American Business Women’s Association Na Kilohana O Wahine Chapter website! Our chapter is dedicated to providing women with opportunities to help themselves and others grow personally and professionally. We are rooted in the belief that education, community service, leadership development, and "ohana (family) are characteristics that embody true professionalism. Sharing this with the women of Hawaii, as well as with sister ABWA chapters is indeed an honor... we work to steward this with aloha and commitment. Each chapter year, in awe strive to enhance each member's experience with the following activities:
Join us on the second Wednesday of every month at the Japanese Cultural Center for a night of education, camaraderie and fun! |
Na Kilohana ʻO Wahine Chapter - "The Superior of Women" Founded in 1977, our chapter is one of seven throughout the State of Hawaii. We hold dinner meetings on the second Wednesday of each month. Networking begins at 5:30 pm. Each meeting features a keynote speaker focusing on a variety of topics affecting today’s working woman. Some of our past programs include:
Guests are always welcome at our monthly events.
What will it cost me?
Becoming a member is one of the best deals in town! Local chapter dues are only $36 per year. National dues are $90 annually ($75 basic membership & $15 WIN Technology fee). Full time students pay only $50 and Seasoned Professionals 70 years of age or older pay a basic fee of $40 and an optional WIN Technology fee of $15. As a national member you’ll receive a subscription to Women in Business magazine and can take advantage of numerous discount programs.
Programs & Activities There are many ways our chapter fulfills the mission of ABWA . Some of the activities and programs unique to Na Kilohana ʻO Wahine include:
- Balancing Work & Family
- Creative Thinking
- Personal & Home Safety
- Business Image
- Resume Tips
Guests are always welcome at our monthly events.
What will it cost me?
Becoming a member is one of the best deals in town! Local chapter dues are only $36 per year. National dues are $90 annually ($75 basic membership & $15 WIN Technology fee). Full time students pay only $50 and Seasoned Professionals 70 years of age or older pay a basic fee of $40 and an optional WIN Technology fee of $15. As a national member you’ll receive a subscription to Women in Business magazine and can take advantage of numerous discount programs.
Programs & Activities There are many ways our chapter fulfills the mission of ABWA . Some of the activities and programs unique to Na Kilohana ʻO Wahine include:
- Educational Tours focusing on our community & local businesses such as — Kula Lavender Farm, Sea Horse Farm, Iolani Palace, Hanauma Bay & The Honolulu Advertiser.
- Community Service projects such as the Salvation Army's Angel Tree & the Easter Seals Hawaii Gingerbread Family Festivals.
- Self Improvement Seminars such as Developing Your Intuition, ConZentrate, Feng Shui It All, Dealing with Change, and Tongue Fu.
- Social activities including an annual Progressive Dinner where family & friends are welcome.
- International Night - to expose members to different cultures -- past programs have featured Puerto Rican, Korean and Okinawan cultures.
