The National Board of Directors of the National Association of Women Business Owners establishes member classes for the organization. A brief description of each category is listed below.

At-Large Member

(Voting Member): $220 annually + $100 chapter dues

Shall be a business owner whose business and residence are not located within a Chapter’s organization territory, and who is an individual, partner or stockholder who exercises the power to make policy decisions and is actively involved in the day-to-day management of the firm. A member in this classification has one (1) vote and is under the supervision of NAWBO. All voting members must belong to a chapter of NAWBO if one exists in their area.

Established Business Owner

(Voting Member): $200 annually + $100 chapter dues

For a business owner who has been in business for more than two years and lives in a chapter area. A regular voting category, members receive all communications and publications, are eligible for all discounts and benefits, and are listed in the annual directory. Chapter membership is also required. To qualify for membership members must own a minimum of 5% percentage of their company.

Emerging Business Owner

(Non-Voting Member): $150 annually + $100 chapter dues

For a new business owner (in business for two years or less). A non-voting category limited to two years, members receive all communications and publications, are eligible for all discounts and benefits, and are listed in the annual directory.

Sustaining Member

(Voting Member): $350 annually + $100 chapter dues

Shall be a business owner as defined in the NAWBO Policies and Procedures and is a Chapter Member or an At-Large Member who wishes to support the organization in a larger monetary way and gain additional benefits. A member in this classification has one (1) vote.

Supporting Member

(Non-Voting Member): $200 annually + $100 chapter dues

Shall be an individual who subscribes to the objectives of NAWBO and wish to lend support to NAWBO through membership. Members in this classification shall not constitute more than 10% of the voting membership of a chapter. (Applications for Supporting Membership must submit applications directly to the chapter for approval. Any application directly received by the national office will be returned to the applicant.) This category is not available online.

Student Member

(Non-Voting Member): $150 annually + $100 chapter dues

Shall be an individual who is a student registered full time at a school or university, who subscribes to the objective of NAWBO and intends to start a business. This category is not available online. Proof of full time student status must accompany the application.