The Fire Within

“Genius is talent set on fire by courage.” – Henry Van Dyke

Women’s History Month inspired us to do something to honor all woman business owners within our community. The Fire Within reception was created as an exciting way to help celebrate and acknowledge the successes of local women business owners while allowing them to connect with one another. We understand the struggles women business owners face while trying to succeed and wanted to recognize the “fire within” an entrepreneur that is vital to their accomplishments in the business world.

Inspire Award: This award will go to a Woman Business Owner in an established business who has made a significant personal contribution to its success, growth or expansion. It also recognizes her contributions or involvement in her community during her career.

2011: Cari Yturri, Bennett Motors

2012: TBA March 29^th

Aspire Award: This award will go to a Woman Business Owner who has recently realized her dream by starting a new venture. Her early success and accomplishments show her creativity, passion and drive as well as her potential for growth within her field. This award also recognizes her contributions or involvement in her community.

2011: Cindy Ceiluch, Cindy Ceiluch Photorgraphy

2012: TBA March 29^th

This year you’ll get the chance to nominate two fellow women business owners as this year’s

2^nd annual Fire Within award winners!

Nominations open September 15^th and close February 1^st 2012 and the winners will be awarded the evening of March 29^th so save the date! Nominations are not limited however we do ask that you submit one nomination per form, per award.

Don’t forget to make sure you are registered as a local Woman Business Owner! Email us now to ensure you are kept in the loop on these exciting events! Please note that your contact information will be used to keep you apprised of Fire Within related events.

Last year’s event wouldn’t have been possible without the support from the Montana Department of Transportation Disadvantage Business Enterprise Program, Great Falls Tribune, Great Falls Development Authority, and Small Business Development Center & U.S. Small Business Administration.

Contact us for partnership opportunities if you would like help with the success of the 2^nd annual Fire Within reception.

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