Subscribe to News24th Annual NAWBO-LA Leadership & Legacy Awards - March 14, 2010 - Segment Three
The 24th Annual NAWBO-LA Leadership & Legacy Awards Luncheon is one of the largest and most anticipated business events in Los Angeles - attracting more than 1,000 women business owners, community leaders, media, dignitaries and celebrities. The NAWBO-LA Awards Luncheon gives tribute to top achievers among women leaders who have established a legacy of entrepreneurial excellence and contributed significantly to the community.
Date and Location
JW Marriott Los Angeles at L.A. LIVE
Friday, March 19, 2010
11:00am - 2:00pm
900 West Olympic Boulevard
Los Angeles California 90015
For this week’s show, we are interviewing the honorees for this year’s event. This segment’s interviews are with the Chair of the luncheon Madelyn Alfano, CEO and Owner of Maria’s Italian Kitchen, and “Inspiration” award winner Paula Schneider, “serial entrepreneur”.
Madelyn Alfano one of California’s most successful restaurant owners, believes that food is not just a necessity or pleasure, but a lifelong passion. Inspired by her parents and life in a large Italian family, Madelyn blends the finest ingredients, traditions and new ideas with the best aspects of family life to create a truly unique dining experience at Maria’s Italian Kitchen. (full bio)
Paula Schneider founded and owned an independent manufacturers representation firm for nine years, during which time she launching a then-unknown contemporary label, BCBG. Off the heels of an extraordinarily successful launch, she sold her business and went to join the corporate ranks as President of Sales for BCBG. During her tenure she grew the business from inception to a $350 million global power brand. (full bio)
2Minutes&More with Betsy Berkhemer and Renee Fraser airs every Sunday at 1pm on KFWB NEWS TALK 980. Tune in for a full hour of tips for business success.
Finding a Job or Finding Employees - CEO Interview with Madelyn Alfano, Maria’s Italian Kitchen - January 10, 2010 - Segment Three
Interview with Owner and CEO of Maria’s Italian Kitchen, Madelyn Alfano. Madelyn is one of California’s most successful restaurant owners. She believes that food is not just a necessity or pleasure, but a lifelong passion. Inspired by her parents and life in a large Italian family, Madelyn blends the finest ingredients, traditions and new ideas with the best aspects of family life to create a truly unique dining experience at Maria’s Italian Kitchen.
With headquarters in Van Nuys, Calif., and more than 400 employees, Maria’s Italian Kitchen is among the leading privately owned restaurant chains in the state. Today, there are 10 Maria’s Italian Kitchens, including the newest locations, Maria’s Downtown located in the financial district of downtown Los Angeles and her new concept store, Maria’s Express, a venue designed for customers on the go in the heart of Los Angeles. With every community Madelyn joins, she offers healthy, quality food with hospitable service in a casual yet elegant and friendly atmosphere.
2Minutes&More with Betsy Berkhemer and Renee Fraser airs every Sunday at 1pm on KFWB NEWS TALK 980. Tune in for a full hour of tips for business success.
Company Culture - Example - Maria’s Italian Kitchen
Create a company culture that espouses specific ideals and values. Be sure your employees are aware of these and implement them accordingly. Your culture will help your company provide a unique point of difference and help you attract loyal customers.
2Minutes&More with Betsy Berkhemer and Renee Fraser airs every Sunday at 1pm on KFWB NEWS TALK 980. Tune in for a full hour of tips for business success.
Go Get Your Opportunities - They Won’t Come to You
Push beyond your comfort zone and network, network, network. The harder you work, the luckier you will get. Try this event from NAWBO-LA:
October NAWBO-LA on the Move (Encino)
Maria’s Italian Kitchen (Encino)
Tuesday, October 13, 2009
8:00am - 9:30am
16608 Ventura Blvd.
Encino California 91436 (view map)
818 783-2920
JOIN US and come experience firsthand the power of a community of women business owners who are dedicated to each other’s success! NAWBO-LA on the Move is a networking breakfast meeting especially designed for women business owners that meets once a month in various regions of Los Angeles. The meetings are held in an intimate setting to help you develop valuable business connections, expand your circles of success and build lifelong relationships.
