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• Connections Meeting - Tax Talk 2025: Streamlining Your Business Finances for Success

  • When
    Wednesday, January 22, 2025
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    12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
  • Location
    Virtual
  • Registered
    18 registrants

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  Connections meetings are special opportunities available for our members to host to meet other members in smaller groups. Plus now our connection meetings are open to anyone interested in learning from our members! Tax Talk 2025: Streamlining Your Business Finances for Success Let’s Get Tax-Ready for 2025 with Keonna Franklin! Hey WBOC Family! It’s time to talk taxes and level up your business finances! Join us on January 22, 2025 for an exciting Zoom call with Keonna Franklin, owner of KSF Consolidated LLC. Keonna brings her expertise in accounting and tax prep to help you simplify your tax season and keep more money in your pocket. Here’s what’s on the agenda: ✨ What’s New in 2025 Taxes: Stay ahead of the game with the latest updates. ✨ Streamline Your Finances: Tips to organize your books and stay audit-ready. ✨ Maximize Deductions & Credits: Find out how to claim every dollar you’re entitled to. ✨ Q&A with Keonna: Bring your questions\Keonna’s got the answers! This isn’t just a tax talk, it’s a power move for your business success! Reserve your spot today and take the first step toward financial peace of mind in 2025. For questions, contact us at info@ksfconsolidatedllc.com. We can’t wait to see you there! Keonna Franklin is the owner of KSF Consolidated LLC, a Syracuse-based full-service accounting and tax preparation company with a personal touch. With over a decade of experience in business ownership and five years in accounting, Keonna specializes in helping small businesses and entrepreneurs simplify their finances and achieve financial clarity. Passionate about empowering others, Keonna offers tailored advice and culturally relevant solutions, making taxes and bookkeeping less intimidating and more manageable. Whether she’s leading workshops, providing one-on-one consultations, or hosting informative sessions like "Tax Talk 2024," Keonna brings her expertise and a down-to-earth approach to everything she does. Connect with Keonna to experience accounting and tax preparation that meets you where you are and helps take your business to the next level.

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• Program Event - Galentine’s Gathering: A Night of Connection & Creativity

  • When
    Wednesday, February 05, 2025
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    4:30 PM - 6:30 PM
  • Location
    Bistro 1926 at Drumlins Country Club, 800 Nottingham Road, Syracuse, NY 13224
  • Registered
    29 registrants

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  Celebrate the essence of Galentine’s Day with an evening dedicated to connection, creativity, and community. This is your opportunity to reconnect with old friends, meet inspiring new women, and enjoy a memorable night out that’s all about empowering and uplifting one another.

  The evening features three thoughtfully curated, hands-on activities (yes, there’s room for a drink in one hand!) designed to spark creativity and connection. Whether you’re here for the laughs, the conversations, or the joy of creating something meaningful, this event is all about celebrating the relationships that fuel our lives.

  Come as you are—no expectations, no pressure—and leave with new memories, a few creative keepsakes, and a renewed sense of community. Because Galentine’s isn’t just a celebration; it’s a reminder of the strength and inspiration we draw from the women around us.

  Let’s connect, create, and celebrate together. After all, Galentine’s is all about us.

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• WBOC Virtual Open House

  • When
    Wednesday, February 12, 2025
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    12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
  • Location
    Virtual via Zoom
  • Spaces left
    14

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  Whether you're already a member, or would like to learn about membership, join us for this informative networking event.

  Our Virtual Open House is a great way to meet our members and learn more about what WBOC has to offer you.

  Let's get to know each other a little better, chat about all the benefits of belonging to WBOC, and most importantly...how we can put them to work for you!

  This includes an overview of:

  • Different types of WBOC meetings and how to participate
  • Marketing opportunities you can take advantage of
  • Various networking opportunities 
  • and more!

  Free to attend but space is limited. Please register to receive the link. Members and Non-members alike are welcome (and encouraged!) to attend. See you there!

  
  

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• Program Event - Elevating Your Voice

  • When
    Wednesday, March 05, 2025
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    4:30 PM - 6:30 PM
  • Location
    Bistro 1926 at Drumlins Country Club, 800 Nottingham Road, Syracuse, NY 13224
  • Registered
    3 registrants

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  Join Joann Yarrow, an award-winning director, producer, and performance coach with over 35 years of global experience, for an engaging and practical workshop on refining your vocal presence and communication skills. 

  True executive presence is about more than skills or titles—it’s about how you show up, inspire trust, and communicate with confidence. This hands-on workshop is designed specifically for women in management, leadership roles, and business ownership who want to refine their vocal communication, presence, and impact.
  
  Through practical exercises and real-world scenarios, you’ll learn how to:

  • Project vocal clarity and authority.
  • Align your body language with your message.
  • Manage energy in the room to lead with charisma.
  • Navigate high-stakes conversations with confidence and authenticity.

  Whether you’re commanding a boardroom, leading a team meeting, or delivering a public speech, this workshop will help you speak with power, influence, and authenticity—because your voice deserves to be heard.

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• WBOC Spring Social: Sip, Mingle, and Connect

  • When
    Wednesday, April 02, 2025
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    4:30 PM - 6:30 PM
  • Location
    Bistro 1926 at Drumlins Country Club, 800 Nottingham Road, Syracuse, NY 13224
  • Registered
    2 registrants

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  Celebrate the season of growth and new connections at our Annual Spring Social! This year, WBOC is thrilled to partner with local women’s groups—including Wise Women’s Business Center, Syracuse Women’s Magazine, and the Greater Liverpool Chamber—to host an evening of wine, laughter, and networking.
  
  Whether you’re reconnecting with old friends, meeting new ones, or simply looking to expand your circle, this event is the perfect opportunity to mingle with an incredible community of women. Enjoy delicious wine, light refreshments, and the chance to build meaningful connections in a relaxed, welcoming atmosphere.
  
  Why Attend?

  Expand Your Network: Meet and connect with local professionals, entrepreneurs, and leaders.

  Celebrate Spring: Toast to the season of new beginnings with great company and great wine.

  Community Collaboration: Engage with representatives from influential local women’s organizations.

  Guests are welcome for a $10 fee, so bring your friends, colleagues, or anyone ready to join the celebration.
  
  Don’t miss this chance to grow your network and celebrate Spring in style!

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• Program Event - Mind Body Wellness

  • When
    Wednesday, May 07, 2025
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    4:30 PM - 6:30 PM
  • Location
    Drumlins Country Club, 800 Nottingham Road, Syracuse, NY 13224
  • Registered
    1 registrant

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  Save the date to join us for a great evening of networking and learning at our monthly program!  Check back soon for more information about this month's topic.

  We look forward to seeing you there!!

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• Program Event - Member Spotlights

  • When
    Wednesday, June 04, 2025
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    4:30 PM - 6:30 PM
  • Location
    Drumlins Country Club, 800 Nottingham Road, Syracuse, NY 13224
  • Registered
    1 registrant

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  Save the date to join us for a great evening of networking and learning at our monthly program!  Check back soon for more information about this month's topic.

  We look forward to seeing you there!!

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• Summer Social & Networking

  • When
    Wednesday, August 06, 2025
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    4:30 PM - 7:00 PM
  • Location
    The 443 Social Club & Lounge, 443 Burnet Ave, Syracuse, NY 13203
  • Spaces left
    75

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  Join WBOC for great company, conversation, food, and drink! This informal gathering will take place on Wednesday, August 7th at the 443 Social Club  located at 443 Burnet Ave, Syracuse, NY 13203. 

  We'll socialize on the patio if Mother Nature is kind, and as an added bonus: We'll be supporting a women-owned business! The proprietress is former WBOC President, Julie Briggs Leone!

  There is no charge (food and beverage are available for purchase), but we ask you to please register so we know how many plan to attend.  

  Have a friend who might enjoy meeting great women and learning more about WBOC in a casual setting? This gathering is open to the public, so feel free to bring a guest!

  We look forward to seeing everyone!

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