History Even in 1949, Hilary A. Bufton Jr., a Kansas City, MO businessman, realized business training and education were two of the hottest workplace issues. Mr. Bufton recognized the positive economic impact of working women and their need for a support organization. On September 22, 1949, Mr. Bufton founded the American Business Women's Association. ABWA has dedicated more than 50 years to women's education and provided workplace skills and career-development training for more then 545,000 members. (quoted from the ABWA national website... www.abwahq.org). |
Westward Ho Chapter was formed in March of 1962. Our chapter, over the past years, has contributed more than $60,000 in scholarships to local college students. For more information about our fundraisers and for our community involved activities please email the WestwardHo Chapter. |
Westward Ho Chapter |
Mission To bring together businesswomen of diverse occupations and to provide opportunities for them to help themselves and others grow personally and professionally through leadership, education, networking support, and national recognition. |
Located in Vancouver, WA |
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This page was last updated on: February 2, 2005
"When I grow up I want to be..." At any age - ABWA can help you reach your dreams! |
Westward Ho Chapter was formed in March of 1962. Our chapter, over the past years, has contributed more than $60,000 in scholarships to local college students. For more information about our fundraisers and for our community involved activities please email the WestwardHo Chapter. |
History Even in 1949, Hilary A. Bufton Jr., a Kansas City, MO businessman, realized business training and education were two of the hottest workplace issues. Mr. Bufton recognized the positive economic impact of working women and their need for a support organization. On September 22, 1949, Mr. Bufton founded the American Business Women's Association. ABWA has dedicated more than 50 years to women's education and provided workplace skills and career-development training for more then 545,000 members. (quoted from the ABWA national website... www.abwahq.org). |
