(Long Island, NY) March 24, 2003 -- Linda McCabe, President of the U.S. Women's Chamber of Commerce (USWCC/Long Island Affiliate), has announced the Chamber will host its first breakfast and panel discussion, "How to Generate Revenue in a Down Market - The Benefits of Teaming," on Wednesday, April 9th, 2003 from 8:00 to 10:00 am at the Oheka Castle (www.oheka.com) in Cold Spring Hills, New York.

"The benefits of teaming or forming a partnership to work on a specific project closely parallels the objectives of the USWCC, which is to help all working women -- whether they are just starting in the workforce, working their way up the corporate ladder, building their careers, or running a business -- to grow economically, "McCabe said. "Teaming offers a way to help small business owners expand their product and service offerings. For individuals working in the corporate arena, this will be an opportunity to increase technical and managerial skills. Strategic alliances open doors to opportunities that would otherwise not be available alone."

The panel discussion will focus on all the elements and key players needed to form a successful teaming arrangement. Panelists include: Gavin C. Grusd, an attorney for Certilman, Balin, Adler & Hyman, LLP; Sally Pass, President of Controllers On Call; Jan Yngstrom, State Bank of Long Island, Mark Horowitz PhD, President of Impletec, a company specializing in teaming; and Lisa Dolan, President of Securit, a small business owner who has successfully participated in this type of business arrangement. Linda McCabe will moderate the discussion, and following questions posed to the panelists, there will be time for audience participation.

About the US Women's Chamber of Commerce
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The USWCC, a not-for-profit 501(c)6 organization, is the pre-eminent national women's chamber of commerce network whose mission is to develop leaders, accelerate economic growth and provide a community voice for women. Any woman or man joining the chamber becomes part of the national organization and local affiliate. More information on the USWCC can be found at www.uswomenschamber.com or by contacting the organization at (888) 861-9290.

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