Business Women’s Day
On September 22, we celebrate Women in Business Day. It's a day to thank women for their work. The American Business Women's Association was started in 1949. It helps women be successful. This day is important because it shows how important women are in business. They help make things better. It also shows that women need more rights at work. Women own 36% of small businesses. They have a big influence on the world.
About the holiday
Brief history
Women play a vital role in society. In America, there are over 68 million working women, including 7.7 million businesswomen. In 1949, Hilary Bufton Jr., a businessman, founded the American Business Women's Association. The association aims to support and empower businesswomen, helping them to achieve personal and professional success. It also advocates for equal rights for women. Every year, on March 19, businesswomen celebrate a special day called American Business Women's Day. This day recognizes the significant role that women play in the business world today.
How to celebrate
Let's gather our friends, both men and women, and plan a gathering or a celebration. Let's share stories about inspiring business figures. It's like a book club, but for business leaders. Don't forget to share your successes and failures. Why not try a role-swap with a colleague or shadow a female leader in your company? It's like "Freaky Friday" for business insights. You'll experience their work from their perspective, gaining a fresh understanding and appreciation for the roles women play in the workplace. We can organize a small event with mentors. We can invite experienced businesswomen and newcomers to a friendly meeting. It can be a morning over coffee or a virtual gathering. Our goal is to connect, share knowledge, and support each other. It's like a date, but we only want to become stronger and better. Let's remember that American Business Women's Day is about creativity, support, and becoming stronger. Every small step helps us achieve our goal equal opportunities for women in business.
Interesting facts
- According to a report by the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD), women hold leadership positions in only 26% of large companies around the world.
- Research shows that companies with a high percentage of women in leadership positions tend to have higher profitability and innovation rates.
- American Business Women's Day is celebrated on the second Saturday in May.
- Some companies offer mentorship programs for women in business, helping them to advance their careers and achieve their professional goals.
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Dear businesswomen, your accomplishments and contributions to the business world are truly remarkable and well-deserved. We are deeply appreciative of your hard work, talent, and commitment to achieving success. We wish you continued success, happiness, and all the best in your professional pursuits!
Alena Potapova
Development Director
