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B.I.G. Inspiration for Women Comes to Stow

Believe, Inspire, Grow (B.I.G.), a women's support, education and networking group, is scheduled to launch a local "pod" in the Stow area on Wednesday, September 19, at 6:30p.m.

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Believe, Inspire, Grow (B.I.G.),  a women’s support, education and networking group, is scheduled to launch a local “pod” in the Stow area on Wednesday, September 19, at 6:30pm, at , 4301 Darrow Rd. This complimentary wine and cheese reception is sponsored by REA Careers and B.I.G.

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More than 1,300 women are already participating in B.I.G. across the country. The organization is designed to empower women to business success. Thanks to Diana Miller and Candice Benson, women throughout Northeast Ohio will have the opportunity to join and participate in B.I.G. As the B.I.G. leaders, Miller and Benson will host monthly meetings with area women to discuss relevant business ideas, share insights and brainstorm ways to overcome their obstacles. 

“I am excited to share this great opportunity with the women of Stow,” said Miller. “As an entrepreneur myself, I know firsthand the many struggles and challenges that face women who desire to make economic contributions, without sacrificing their important family commitments. B.I.G. provides the resources and infrastructure to allow us to overcome our business challenges and work toward success.”

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This membership-based organization utilizes face-to-face community meetings, an interactive website and monthly teleconferences to provide women with a positive and educational support network to help move their business ideas forward. Many of these women have been out of the workforce for several years or they are looking to make a change in their current career.

Miller said that BIG is open to women from all walks of life - realtors, party planners, jewelry sellers, interior designers, lawyers, accountants, graphic designers, life/career coaches, chefs, photographers, women in transition, etc.  Any woman who is interested in networking, exchanging business-related ideas or making a career change is welcome.

“It’s evident from these groups around the country that women helping women is a highly effective way to help transform ideas into reality,” Miller said. “ The magic that happens when smart women come together and empower each other is truly inspiring."

To register for the event, visit www.northeastohiobig.eventbrite.com.

About REA Careers

REA Careers (www.r-e-a.com) provides global transition assistance and career management services to corporations and individuals.

About BIG

Founded in September 2009 in Bernardsville, NJ, B.I.G. has been rapidly expanding to communities throughout the USA.  To learn more visit, www.believeinspiregrow.com

About Diana Miller

Diana is a nationally-recognized career management consultant, job club architect and job campaign strategist, she committed to getting job seekers over job search hurdles and helping communities thrive in challenging times. Known for helping professionals—particularly mature professionals—of all levels find, win, and keep the jobs they want. Miller is currently the founder/director of the Community Job Club, Inc., a non-profit organization that offers low cost and often free job search assistance. She also is a team leader and career consultant for REA.  (www.communityjobclub.org) (www.r-e-a.com

About Candice Benson

Founder and Director of Camp Tech an interactive technology curriculum designed for youth ages 6-18. The students learn web, game, and graphic design, filmmaking, 3D Animation, Young Entrepreneurship and Investing. The camp was designed to create endless possibilities for youth from all economic backgrounds. Founder and CEO of internet marketing company (S.U.T.G. LLC.). The services include specializing in web development, web marketing, e-commerce, e-learning, and hosting solutions. She is president of an IT consulting company SUTG Consulting Group. Specializing in IT Consulting, Network and Wireless Solutions, Voice and Data Communications, Technology Labs, System Implementations and Internet Solutions. (www.camptechonline.com)

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