BPW/Florida

BPW/FL (Florida Federation of Business & Professional Women’s Clubs, Inc.) is a nonpartisan, grassroots organization for working women in Florida. BPW/FL (a.k.a.

Mission: Achieve equity for all working women through advocacy, education and connections. Florida Federation of Business & Professional Women’s Clubs, Inc.) is a non-partisan, grassroots organization for working women. We strive to advance women personally, professionally and politically. Our mission is to achieve equity for all women in the workplace through advocacy, education and information.

2021-2022 Executive Committee:
Sheri McCandless, President
Ilja Chapman, Vice President
Debbe Ryan, Secretary
Helen Igar, Treasurer
Suzi Youngberg, Council of Presidents Delegate
Sue Banks, Parliamentarian
Cindi Irwin, Business Manager

09/21/2026

Your voice matters. Your vote matters.

Generations before us fought to secure and protect the right to vote. Now it’s our responsibility to use it.

Be informed. Do your research. Know what’s on your ballot. And most importantly—VOTE.

At BPW/FL, we know that voting is integral to our past, present, and future. Make your voice heard at the ballot box.

09/21/2026

✨ Motivation Monday

Every action matters—choose to make a difference that inspires others and strengthens your community. 💙

09/18/2026

💙 From personal to professional development, there's so much to gain through BPW/FL!

Connection, growth, leadership, and community. BPW/FL brings women together to learn from one another, build meaningful relationships, and grow personally and professionally.

There’s so much to gain when we grow together. 💙

09/17/2026

Today, we remember Gloria Steinem—a powerful voice for women, equality, and change.

Her words remind us that progress begins with imagining what’s possible, then working together to make it real. May we continue to dream boldly, lead courageously, and create a more equitable future for all women.

09/16/2026

💙 Meet BPW St. Petersburg-Pinellas!

Bringing together working women throughout the St. Petersburg and Pinellas County area, BPW St. Petersburg-Pinellas creates opportunities for women to connect, learn and support one another while advancing BPW’s mission.

Interested in connecting with BPW St. Petersburg-Pinellas? Visit https://bpwfl.org/bpw-spp to learn more.

09/14/2026

✨ Motivation Monday

When we use our voices to advocate for others, we create stronger communities and inspire meaningful change. 💙

09/09/2026

🗳️ Seven votes was the final margin in the race for the Pinellas County School Board District 6 seat after more than 42,000 ballots were cast, confirming former school board member Nancy Bostock's lead. If you’ve ever wondered whether your vote really matters, this is your reminder: it does.

Being informed, staying engaged and voting are powerful ways to participate in the decisions that affect our communities.

Read the full story from WUSF: https://www.wusf.org/education/2026-08-21/nancy-bostock-clinches-pinellas-school-board-seat-after-recount

09/08/2026

✨ Motivation to start your week after the long weekend!

When we lift one another up with strength, kindness, and humility, we all rise together. 💙

09/04/2026

Did you play the Women’s History Word Search featured in the Fall 2026 issue of Florida Business Woman? From Suffragette to Equal Pay, the puzzle highlights 25 words connected to the history and ongoing pursuit of women’s equality.

How many did you find? Share your score in the comments—and challenge a friend to find all 25!

09/03/2026

💙 Meet BPW/FL Gold Coast!

Serving women in Palm Beach County, BPW Gold Coast finds meaningful ways to give back to its community. From its ongoing suit and clothing drive to supporting the BPW/FL Education Foundation and organizations such as PACE Center for Girls, these women are putting the BPW mission into action.

Learn more about BPW/FL Gold Coast at https://bpwfl.org/bpw-gold-coast

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PO Box 776
Saint Petersburg, FL
33731

Website

https://www.bpwfl.org/

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