Changing the world...One Woman at a time

The Empowering Professionals of the Camellia City Chapter of the American Business Women's Association

OUR MISSION

The mission of the American Business Women’s Association is to bring together businesswomen of diverse occupations and to provide opportunities for them to help themselves and others grow personally and professionally through leadership, education, networking support and national recognition.

Upcoming Events

July 30, 2025

The Perfectionist's Trap

How High-Achieving Women Can Break Free & Find True Success

Laila Morcos Zissis, PCC, NBC-HWC, CMC

Personal Evolution Expert &

Founder of LikeMinded Ladies

Laila Morcos Zissis, PCC, NBC-HWC, CMC, is an accomplished professional who excels as a Certified Executive, Mentor, Health & Wellness Coach, and Executive Director. With a career dedicated to empowering others, Laila leverages her deep understanding of human psychology and her ability to connect with individuals to help them achieve their fullest potential. Her expertise spans transformational coaching, strategic planning, public relations, and media communications.

As an intuitive and empathetic coach, Laila guides clients through challenges using evidence-based techniques like Motivational Interviewing, SMART goal setting, and Positive Psychology, fostering "WholeSOUL Happiness™. She developed The Exquisite Life Management System™ and The Vitality Code™, a 10-week online program for strategic planning and time management.

Beyond coaching, Laila is an award-winning journalist with over a decade of experience in television and radio news. She is also the founder of LikeMinded Ladies™, a 501(c)6 non-profit dedicated to women's empowerment. Additionally, she serves as Executive Producer and Host of the "Breast Cancer Unleashed" podcast. Laila is a Faculty Member and Practicum Advisor for Georgetown University's Health & Wellness Certification Program.

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Last Wednesday of the Month

Every woman's success should be an inspiration to another, we're strongest when we cheer each other on.

-Serena Williams

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ABWA is a prestigious organization of thousands of professionals across the nation. The majority of members belong to one of hundreds of local Chapter or Express Networks across the country, providing additional opportunities for professional development and networking on a local level via monthly meetings.

Membership in ABWA is open to everyone. Through monthly meetings, events, online business courses, insightful and timely seminars, and the opportunity to be part of both a local and national organization, ABWA has become the organization to join for women who want to connect, learn and grow.

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Become a member of ABWA National first, and then you can join our chapter. To join our local Chapter, and for inquiries or help, reach out to Cindy Osmer at [email protected]

Our Formation Committee

Cindy Osmer

Formation Leader

Jackelyn Gallo

SVP, Regional Market Executive

Karen Carroll, CFRE

Certified Fund Raising Professional

Ellen Kramer

Productivity Consultant

Anika Wilson, PHD, PHR

Chief Marketing Executive

Julie Lea

Realtor

Monique Jackson, MBA-HRM

Founder & CEO, RTT

Our Formation Committee works diligently to organize the Slidell-Northshore Group into a thriving Organization

The mission of the American Business Women’s Association is to bring together businesswomen of diverse occupations and to provide opportunities for them to help themselves and others grow personally and professionally through leadership, education, networking support and national recognition.

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