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|Name=National Association of Professional Women
 
|Name=National Association of Professional Women
|Classification=Networking and education
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|Classification=Networking Hub, Education Hub,
|Developmental Stage=Start-Up,
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|Developmental Stage=Start-Up, Growth,
 
|Non-Profit Status=No
 
|Non-Profit Status=No
|Website=https://www.napw.com/chapters/central-houston-chapter
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|URL=https://www.napw.com/chapters/central-houston-chapter
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|Contact Phone Number=(832) 693-1052
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|email=ijeoma@cheerful.com
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|Networking=yes
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|Education=yes
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|Certification=no
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|Financing=yes
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|Consulting=no,
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|Coworking=no
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|Meeting=no
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|Women=yes
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|Minorities=no
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|Mentoring=no
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|Cost=$$$,
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|Project=[[Guide to Small Business in Houston]]
 
|Accessibility=Moderate
 
|Accessibility=Moderate
 
|Start Date=05/05/2005
 
|Start Date=05/05/2005
|Contact Information= 832-693-1052,  ijeoma@cheerful.com
 
 
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Enhance your education and your professional skills with valuable educational opportunities and resources, available exclusively for our members. Expand your networking opportunities with our vibrant networking community of nearly 850,000 members and over 200 Local Chapters. Our highly advanced online platform helps members stay connected. Easily build your network, promote your brand, join a Local Chapter and stay up-to-date on current news.
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The National Association of Professional Women (NAPW) is a member-based organization that aims to provide women with networking, education, and financial tools to thrive in the competitive small business environment. Professional women from all industries can join. Though it is a national organization, there is a central Houston chapter with close to 2000 members.  
Source: NAPW
 
==Programs==
 
===Education===
 
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STAR12 On-Demand Seminars: Free to all members. Unlimited participation in live video seminars. Watch from any device at any time.<br />                                   
 
STAR12 Live Webinars*: Your live connection to informative webinars with interactive Q&A sessions.<br />                                                                 
 
STAR12 On-Demand Webinars: Free to all members. Watch over 135 on-demand webinars with unlimited views.<br />                                             
 
STAR12 On-Demand Podcasts: Download to your devices for easy access on-the-go, with unlimited access.<br />                                                                 
 
STAR12 Certification Courses*: In-depth courses with test score and level tracking, bringing you next-level skills for success.<br />                                   
 
STAR12 Online Courses: Available exclusively for NAPW members with courses from 3-20 hours in length. <br />                                                                   
 
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==Membership and Benefits==
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Beyond the free initial membership granted to all members, there are various tiers of membership designed to fit an individual's professional needs. The NAPW claims it differs from other organizations in its breadth of members and accessibility to all professional women. Depending on the membership level, different types of resources are provided. These include online and in-person networking, educational tools, career opportunities, and a newsletter subscription program. A comprehensive list of benefits available to members can be found [http://www.napw.com/?benefits here].
  
===Savings Program===  
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==Analysis of the Organization==
Enjoy hundreds of discounts and deals on top brands, in-store coupons, online discounts and neighborhood deals from local businesses. Member Perks Program, Partner Discount Alerts, Diamond Discounts*, Member to Member Discounts, CareXtend Health Services*, VIP Member Showcase, VIP Member Marketplace*, Expert Press Release*, Legacy Registry*
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Though the NAPW is the largest professional network for women in the company, it is rated D by the Better Business Bureau (BBB) and has 416 reviews on Yelp rating it one-star. The NAPW seems to use very high-pressure sales tactics and have questionable benefits.
  
===Promotion and News===
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[[category:Public]]
Showcase your business, brand or professional accomplishments to gain valuable exposure and enhance brand recognition. Custom Group Pages, VIP Group Page Branding Advisor*, Online Profile Spotlight*
 
 
 
"*Eligibility and pricing for specific benefits may be dependent on tier level"
 

Latest revision as of 15:08, 3 November 2016


Small Business Development Ecosystem of Houston
National Association of Professional Women
Napw.jpg
Institution Information
Name National Association of Professional Women
Project Guide to Small Business in Houston
Classification Networking Hub, Education Hub
Non-Profit Status No
Cost $$$
Development Stage Start-Up, Growth
Minorities no
Women yes
Education yes
Certification no
Consulting no
Coworking no
Financing yes
Meeting no
Mentoring no
Networking yes
Contact Phone Number (832) 693-1052
Website https://www.napw.com/chapters/central-houston-chapter
Contact E-Mail ijeoma@cheerful.com
Copyright © 2016 McNair Center. All Rights Reserved.

The National Association of Professional Women (NAPW) is a member-based organization that aims to provide women with networking, education, and financial tools to thrive in the competitive small business environment. Professional women from all industries can join. Though it is a national organization, there is a central Houston chapter with close to 2000 members.

Membership and Benefits

Beyond the free initial membership granted to all members, there are various tiers of membership designed to fit an individual's professional needs. The NAPW claims it differs from other organizations in its breadth of members and accessibility to all professional women. Depending on the membership level, different types of resources are provided. These include online and in-person networking, educational tools, career opportunities, and a newsletter subscription program. A comprehensive list of benefits available to members can be found here.

Analysis of the Organization

Though the NAPW is the largest professional network for women in the company, it is rated D by the Better Business Bureau (BBB) and has 416 reviews on Yelp rating it one-star. The NAPW seems to use very high-pressure sales tactics and have questionable benefits.