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Come to Portland’s Largest “Own Your Own Business” Event!

Come to Portland’s Largest “Own Your Own Business” Event!

Your only opportunity to see and compare all your full and part-time business ownership options under one roof! – Save Hundreds of Hours of Research Time!

2 Days Only! Meet Face to Face with Proven Businesses

Proven, money making businesses that are now expanding in Portland are here to meet new potential owners. This is your only opportunity to meet with the hottest businesses face to face. Ask questions and get the information you need in a no pressure environment. Be there, find the businesses that excite you, shake hands and say hello!

Make More Money: Franchising is the EASY Way to Own a Business

Buying a franchise or proven business opportunity eliminates all the hard work of opening a business independently and will help you avoid much of the risk of starting a new business. Take control of your future, increase your income, find your path to a better lifestyle. Get the info you need to find the business that is right for you!

Full and part-time opportunities available from every industry at every investment level.

 Free Seminars

Learn the ins and outs of franchise ownership so you can make an educated decision about your future. Plus, learn about starting and growing your business. Seminar topics include: Legal Advice, How To Choose The Business For You, Financing Options, Government Assistance Programs and much more.

This event is designed for professionals navigating layoffs, burnout, or major life and career transitions.

Get ready to dive into the complexities of career changes with a deep dive into the psychology of starting over – it’s all about navigating

Date: Wednesday, September 24 · 5:30 – 8:30pm PDT
By NAWMBA Seattle

This event is designed for professionals navigating layoffs, burnout, or major life and career transitions. Whether you’re reinventing yourself, exploring entrepreneurship, or seeking clarity in the face of uncertainty, you’ll walk away with practical tools and mindset strategies to move forward with resilience and purpose.

SANDY DUPLEICH

Sandy Dupleich is a Career Ownership Coach who helps professionals explore self-sufficiency through business ownership. With over 35 years of experience scaling a successful language services company and working at Microsoft, Sandy brings a unique blend of entrepreneurial and corporate insight.

She now guides clients – especially corporate professionals, veterans, and midlife leaders – through a proven discovery process to align career choices with their income, lifestyle, and purpose. Known for her warm, no-pressure approach, Sandy empowers others to confidently take ownership of their future. She was recently named one of Seattle’s Top 15 Coaches and actively mentors entrepreneurs and early-stage founders.

Presentation: Take Charge of Your Future: Explore Entrepreneurial Options!

Benefits of attending:

• Network with Seattle’s industry leaders
• Learn actionable strategies in leadership, branding, and entrepreneurship
• Explore new career paths and small business opportunities
• Access job search guidance and resources

We can’t wait to see you there!

In this session, we’ll explore simple, accessible ways to use AI to boost productivity, streamline tasks, and strengthen your brand presence.

Date: Tuesday, September 16, 2025 – 11:30 AM – 12:30 PM (PDT)
Location: ZOOM
Reminder: Members are FREE; Non-WBO Members pay a $20 registration fee

Sandy Dupleich is a Career Ownership Coach with The Entrepreneur’s Source, helping professionals navigate career crossroads and explore business ownership as a path to greater autonomy, flexibility, and purpose. Drawing from 35 years of business leadership and corporate experience—including Microsoft—Sandy offers a safe, pressure-free space for discovery, guiding clients toward opportunities that align with their income, lifestyle, wealth, and equity goals. Named one of Seattle’s Top 15 Coaches in 2025, she’s also an active leader in Women Business Owners and a mentor for startup founders.

AI isn’t just for big tech—it’s a practical tool small business owners can use today to save time, improve marketing, and work more efficiently. In this session, we’ll explore simple, accessible ways to use AI to boost productivity, streamline tasks, and strengthen your brand presence. You’ll walk away with real examples, tools you can try immediately, and ideas on how to make AI your business ally.

We can’t wait to see you there!