1.20.2004 ET

(CSRwire) MCLEAN(Tyson's Corner), VA - The National Association of Women Business Owners (NAWBO) is proud to announce their continued relationship with AT&T as a valued 2004 NAWBO Corporate Patron. NAWBO and AT&T formed this important relationship in order to help women business owners achieve their personal and professional goals. Since the inception AT&T's sponsorship, numerous NAWBO members have taken advantage of the many services AT&T offers to women business owners.

"NAWBO is extremely proud of it's continuing relationship with AT&T, a company which strives to provide the best possible service, and services, to women business owners. AT&T's support of NAWBO's Public Policy Days and Women's Business Conference will allow us to educate women entrepreneurs about issues that directly relate to their businesses' success and growth," stated NAWBO President Suzanne Pease.

The NAWBO Corporate Partner program offers corporations the opportunity to cultivate a relationship with the fastest growing segment of the business community -- women business owners. In addition, working with the corporate sector, as in this case, helps NAWBO fund important initiatives that allow the association to deliver greater benefits to its members, including resources to help them grow their businesses.

"AT&T is committed to women entrepreneurs and their success. We respect the important work NAWBO has done and continues to do in support of women business owners, particularly in the areas of legislative education and advocacy on small business issues. Whether through our latest advancements in communications technology or our award-winning supplier diversity program, AT&T stands ready to assist women and their business." said Valerie Hasselbach, AT&T corporate affairs director.

As one of the world's premier communications companies serving consumers, businesses and government, AT&T has long worked to assist with the unique challenges faced by women business owners today. The company supports the women's business community in myriad of ways - helping them grow and manage their business, find the right communication tools, stay accessible for business and family, reach new markets, and control communication costs. This support is built on mutual respect, understanding, and shared interests.

Founded in 1975, NAWBO propels women entrepreneurs into economic, social and political spheres of power worldwide. Over a quarter-century later, NAWBO is still the only organization that solely represents the interest of women entrepreneurs in all industries. The organization's mission is to strengthen the wealth-creating capacity of its members and promote economic development; to create innovative and effective change in the business culture; to build strategic alliances, coalitions and affiliations; and to transform public policy and influence opinion makers.

For more than 125 years, AT&T (NYSE "T") has been known for unparalleled quality and reliability in communications. Backed by the research and development capabilities of AT&T Labs, the company is a global leader in local, long distance, Internet and transaction-based voice and data services.

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