Monetize Me Now! Success SummitP.O.W.E.R. proudly sponsored this extraordinary success summit featuring dynamic women entrepreneurs, including Sandra Yancey, Founder & CEO of eWomenNetwork, the number one women’s business network in North America.

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Wine, Women & Shoes – RichmondThis fun event, sponsored in part by P.O.W.E.R., raised funds to support Bon Secours Forensic Nursing. Attendees enjoyed sipping wine, shopping and bidding on incredible auction items, all for a good cause. P.O.W.E.R. also donated the fun purple balloon shoe, a hit with attendees!

National Business Women’s WeekOur week-long virtual celebration of National Business Women’s Week, October 16-20, highlighted some of the most influential business women in our community.

P.O.W.E.R. members had a lot to celebrate in 2017! Here’s a look back on some of our events and achievements:

LPGA Kingsmill ChampionshipP.O.W.E.R. was proud to be a partner of the LPGA Kingsmill Championship, helping to make this exciting event, featuring the world’s most powerful women golfers, a success. Along with sponsoring the event, we also held the fun and educational Women With Drive P.OW.E.R. Reception at the Kingsmill Resort.

IN THIS ISSUE• P.O.W.E.R. Perks• New Members• 2017 In Review• And More!

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Membership has its perks. P.O.W.E.R. members have the opportunity to share discounts and benefits with their fellow members to help them grow their business.

VERANCE CONSULTINGVerance Consulting works with salespeople and business owners to solve sales challenges by improving performance to increase results. Our core services include fractional sales management, sales coaching, sales training, CRM & marketing automation and B.A.N.K. personality sales training.P.O.W.E.R. Perk – Receive a 90 minute coaching/visionary session, valued at $250! Call 804-385-7161 or email shelly@veranceconsulting.com.

CBM BUSINESS CONSULTINGWith over 25 years of experience in operations, training and project management, Cheryl Matt of CBM Business Consulting works with growing businesses to eliminate operational growing pains. Cheryl provides services to help business owners improve their day-to-day operations so they have the time to focus on important management and growth activities. P.O.W.E.R. Perk – Receive 20% off your first consultation and see how we can help you improve and grow your business! Call 804-467-1179 or email cheryl@cbmbusinessconsulting.com.

EDIBLE ARRANGEMENTSWe are the creator of and the leaders in Fresh Fruit Bouquets™. We Make Any Occasion Special™ with our array of irresistible products, including The Original Fresh Fruit Bouquet™ and gourmet chocolate dipped fruit. We believe in invention, investment and imagination and have an entrepreneurial history and spirit. Above all, we are fresh fruit fanatics!P.OW.E.R. Perk – Save 10% on any order at the following locations when you mention offer code PURPLE:

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P.O.W.E.R. WOMEN IN THE NEWSWe are proud of the accomplishments of our women in business.

Michelle Brumfield, BedCrafters by MichelleMichelle Brumfield, co-owner and founder of Williamsburg-based BedCrafters by Michelle, had an exciting 2017. She was a top 10 finalist for the Distinguished Retailer of the Year Award from the Retail Merchants Association of Richmond and was named the Overall Retailer of the Year (ROTY) by Retail Alliance!BedCrafters by Michelle is dedicated to providing the best in customer

service and helping customers find the best mattress for their sleep needs. Starting in Williamsburg in 1999, Michelle has doubled her workforce and sales volume every year and has expanded to the Short Pump and Midlothian areas.

Pam Gavin, Gavin Law OfficesPam Gavin of Gavin Law Offices was recognized for the eighth time in the Virginia Business Magazine among Virginia’s Legal Elite for 2017! Each year, the honor of Virginia’s Legal Elite recognizes the top Virginia lawyers as voted by their peers and in cooperation with the Virginia Bar Association.Pam’s practice focuses on Intellectual Property, Entertainment Law and

Business Law. She has extensive experience in U.S. and international trademark registration and enforcement and entertainment/music law, as well as experience with copyrights, technology issues and more.

Christina Dick, TFB AgencyChristina Dick, founder of TFB, was named a 2017 Top 40 Under 40 by Style Weekly. Christina took her passion for marketing and playing by her own rules to found the TFB Agency in 2016, a social media-focused marketing and consultancy firm. Her clients include Patient First, James River Air Conditioning, Sonabank and the VCU Brandcenter.

Holly Byrd Miller, Makeup by HollyHolly Byrd Miller, owner of Makeup by Holly, received two prestigious awards in the final months of 2017. In November, she was named ACHI Magazine’s 2017 Makeup Artist of the Year. Then, in December, she was named Entrepreneur of the Month by ACHI Women Supporting Women Association – Hampton Roads Chapter. Holly has over 20 years of experience as a professional makeup artist.

She is the CEO of Makeup by Holly, LLC, which employs 15 beauty professionals and works with both individual and corporate clients. She is also the lead makeup artist for Kim Brundage Photography and has freelanced for international companies such as Giorgio Armani Beauty, Yves Saint Laurent, Chanel and Laura Mercier.

P.O.W.E.R. Post is a quarterly publication of Sonabank’s P.O.W.E.R.® Program (The Potential of Women Entrepreneurs Realized), featuring news and updates for and about P.O.W.E.R. members.

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P.O.W.E.R.FUL WOMEN SPEAKTricia Dunlap, Principal, Dunlap Law PLC

I joined the P.O.W.E.R. Program at Sonabank in October 2016. Now that my 2017 numbers are in, I’m happy to say that Dunlap Law had 56% revenue growth last year. Coincidence? I think not. Beyond the financial impact, Sonabank has also enabled Dunlap Law to positively impact the community. Dunlap Law serves several nonprofit clients with both pro bono and paid counsel and I’m thrilled to be able to suggest a financial partner that suits their needs.

P.O.W.E.R. has connected me to an incredible network of women leaders from across the business community. As I navigate the challenges of owning a business, having these friends as a resource for advice or cheerleading is invaluable. I’ve also gained a few clients! That’s the beauty of the P.O.W.E.R. network – it may not be clear what the future holds but when you’re hanging around with smart, scrappy, creative women, it’s bound to be good.

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