ABOUT ABWA WNY
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ABWA WNY is an organization made up of a diverse group of professional women who volunteer their time and expertise in an effort to support other business women in their search for professional development, leadership opportunities and networking.
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The organization is lead by Board of Directors consisting of an Executive Board
and 8 Committee Chairpersons.
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The 2025-2026 Executive Board includes:
President: Kirsten Reitan
Vice President: Somer Carlin
Treasurer: Dawn Bonafede
Secretary: Danielle Bevacqua
Past President: Danielle Bevacqua
The 2025-2026 Committee Chairpersons are:
Community Chair: Somer Carlin
Membership Chairs: Kirsten Reitan
Programs & Professional Development Chair: OPEN
Publicity Chair: Michele Sutton
Events Chair: OPEN
Newsletter & Web-Site: Danielle Bevacqua
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We believe all women can embrace who they are,
can define their future, and can change the world.
Our Mission
"To bring together businesswomen of diverse occupations and to provide opportunities for them to help themselves and others grow personally and professionally through leadership, education, networking support and national recognition."
Our Vision
ABWA WNY is a member-based organization, which meets monthly for networking and professional development. We support the communities in which our members live, work and play through a wide-range of community volunteerism.
What can an ABWA Membership offer you?
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Career Development
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Leadership Opportunities
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Professional Development
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Community Service
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Networking
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Friendships
Join Us!
To learn more about becoming a member of ABWA WNY, please send an email to abwawnymembership@gmail.com or simply fill out the Contact Us form.
You can also visit our ABWA National website at www.abwa.org or on