Frequently Asked Questions
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Membership/Joining
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Who can join WBN?
WBN is open to any business or professional woman who agrees to the principals of our mission statement. Members can work in the same type of career or business.
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How much does membership cost?
Annual membership is $80 for individuals and $160 for corporations.
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Can I personally represent more than one business?
Yes, however each business must be registered separately. Dues are $80.00 for your first business and $40.00 for your second ($120 total).
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Can any number of women join from the same company?
Yes. This is considered a corporate membership. Dues are $160 for the year.
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How do I join?
The easiest way to join is to sign up online. Just fill out our online membership form and send in your check or pay online with a credit card. You can also download our membership application in PDF format.
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I'm setting up my second business on the web site. How do I login to my second business?
What happens is the system treats your two businesses as if they are two different people. You must have two different usernames, but you can have the same password for both businesses if you like. Once you have paid for that second business, the membership chair has to approve the second membership and set you up with an account name and password. Then she sends you that info so you can login and make a directory profile. She will change the renewal date of your second business so that it is the same day as your first business.
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Who do I contact should any of my registration information change?
Contact us online or mail to:
Women's Business Network
P. O. Box 1412
Eugene, OR 97440
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About the Board
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Who runs WBN?
WBN is a nonprofit Sec. 501 (c) (6) organization. It's working Board of Directors holds the officer titles of President, Vice President, Secretary, and Treasurer. The Director Chairs are Membership, Programs, Arrangements, Networking, Public Relations, Greeters, Events, Newsletter Editor and Website Editor. Current names, board positions and contact #'s are listed in your newsletter and on our board of directors page.
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Can I come to a Board meeting?
Yes, members may. Currently, board meetings are held the third Tuesday of the month from 12 -1:30. Please refer to your newsletter or the our board of directors page.
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How are the Board of Directors elected?
As defined by the Oregon Nonprofit Corporation act, an individual member represents one vote. We have nominations in October and hold an annual election in November. The term of office is for one year, beginning January 1.
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Membership Benefits
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Are my donations to WBN Tax deductible?
Payments to WBN are not deductible as charitable contributions but will probably be deductible as business expenses.
501(c)(6)
Non-profit organizations ruled tax exempt under section 501(c)(6) of the Internal Revenue Code include business leagues, chambers of commerce, trade associations, real estate boards, and boards of trade. Contributions to 501(c)(6) organizations are not deductible as charitable donations for federal income tax purposes. Donations may be deducted as a business expense if they are "ordinary and necessary" in the conduct of the taxpayer's business.
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Where can I put my business cards and promotional material I may have?
We have a networking table set up for members' use at every meeting. We have a card display that our networking chairperson keeps for you. (Please make sure to give her an ample supply). All other promotional material is your responsibility. Please do not put anything promotional on the luncheon tables. This is reserved for speakers only.
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Do you have a directory?
Yes. New directories are printed and distributed in September. The website also has a business directory.
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When will I receive The Network News Newsletter?
The last week of each month.
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When is the deadline for The Network News Newsletter?
The 15th of each month. Members may submit announcements, articles, and kudos through our contact form or mail them to:
Women's Business Network
P.O. Box 1412
Eugene, OR 97440
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Do you sell or distribute the WBN mailing list?
No.
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Can I mail, fax or e-mail WBN members as a group?
To protect the privacy of our members, please use the newsletter as your means of connecting with the group as a whole.
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What is the Networking Basket?
To encourage getting to know new people and businesses, members who would like to connect with another member that month, put their business card in and takes one out. They agree to call and make a date to meet.
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How do I get listed on the WBN website?
The website is updated every 4-6 weeks and you will automatically be added with the next update. If you do not want to be listed, please contact us.
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Monthly Meetings/Lunch
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When are the general meetings?
The 1st Thursday of the month at the Eugene Hilton EXCEPT a few months we will be meeting at alternative location to support our fundraising efforts. Please check the website and watch for details in our newsletters. Doors open at 11:30, meetings go until 1:30. Please note that the November meeting is our Annual Dinner Event for members only.
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Can I come to meetings without being a member?
Yes. Currently your lunch meeting fee for non-members is $20.00.
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Can I come to a meeting for a reduced fee if I choose not to eat lunch?
No. It is the same price whether you eat or not.
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Can I prepay my luncheon meeting fees?
Yes. Members may purchase a six month punch card for $78.00. Just ask the treasurer when you check in at the pay station table.
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Where do I park?
Parking is free in the Eugene Hilton underground parking lot. If the lot is full, get a pass from the front desk to park across the street (or you can try the city overpark.)
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