Have You Heard the News? Keeping You in the BOND Know

BOND Gathering

Friday, July 17th 7:30 pm at 1500 Union Mill

If you haven’t heard the news we received an overwhelming number of responses for our July Gathering Topic. You ladies surely do rock. Can you believe that we had a tie? What better way to make our next Gathering memorable than to host a Gatherings with not one but two topics.  

"My Point of View- Learn how to get your point across without ruffling feathers"

"Networking Made Easy- Learn creative way to build confidence and sell yourself "

The flyer and online payment option information is underway so stay tuned.  Hope to see you there.

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BOND Career Fair Planning Committee Meeting
Tuesday, July 14, 7pm-8pm


This is the first planning meeting for the upcoming BOND Career Expo scheduled for October 10th or 17th, 9a-3p. Date will depend on location secured. The BOND Career Expo will offer women an opportunity to learn about and join BOND, participate in career related mini workshops, get their resume reviewed, get suited with professional attire, meet prospective employers, shop with vendors and network with other professionals.
The Planning Committee, chaired by our Board Member Rachel Dolcine, will be responsible for planning, implementing and hosting all aspects of the BOND Career Expo.
To participate in this call, please note information below:
Conference call #: (712) 432-0460
Access Code: 189757#

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BOND Volunteer Orientation
Thursday, July 16, 7pm


All BOND Members are required to attend at least one virtual volunteer/membership orientation. Even if you are unable to volunteer right now we are requesting that you still attend because there is information that we will discuss on your role and benefits of being a BOND Member. We will issue your BOND Card so you can begin reaping the benefits after you've completed the online orientation. If you can't make it this month- we will host the orientation once a quarter. We'll provide you the other dates soon. The orientation is online and you must sign up to receive the link. There is no need to travel anywhere and it will last for just an hour. Come prepared with any questions you may have. 
To participate in the BOND Volunteer Orientation, please note information below:
www.zoom.us
Meeting ID#: 839-619-3696

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Cooking for a Cause
My Sister's Place Lodge
Saturday, July 18, 10a-2p

BOND will be showing some love to the homeless women housed at My Sister's Place Lodge.  We are still in need of 6-7 volunteers to assist with cooking, serving and cleaning up. We also need donation of food items. Visit www.iambondinc.blogspot.com to view a complete list of the items needed and/or to sign up to volunteer.

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 Panelist Needed for September Event (3 slots available)

Many of come forward to participate as a panelist for our September Gathering. We still have a 3 more slots open for panelist interested in being a part of our September Gathering discussion platform. The evening will consist of an open discussion on topics significant to women of color. Such topics include the Angry Black Woman Syndrome, Entrepreneurship, Career, Spirituality, Motherhood, The State of the Black Family, Social Media, Education, Finances and more. If you’re interested in being on the panel please email us with your interest as soon as possible.  We will begin promoting details from our panelist in the coming weeks.

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BOND's Board of Directors Openings (3 slots available)

Are you looking to boost your career? Perhaps you just want to give back to our community and the women we serve. No matter the reason, BOND is looking for great leaders and fresh faces to help guide our success and move our mission forward. Still undecided, here is what serving on our board can do:

·         boost your public profile

·         provide experiential opportunities

·         offer invaluable professional development skills

·         increased networking opportunities

·         chance to make a difference and give back

·         unique access to business leaders

If you're interested in making a difference and want to join BOND's board we will be hosting a special information session where you’ll learn what it’s like being on our board, roles and expectations, board benefits and much more.  Please email us at iambondinc@gmail.com expressing your interest and we will share with you the details of the information session.  

 Did you check out our Summer Newsletter Edition? What are you waiting for? CLICK HERE