Women's Business Forum of Houston

13/10/2025

We celebrated our Woman of Excellence LeeAnn Kroon at the FHPW Gala in September. Congratulations!

29/08/2025

Congratulations, LeeAnn!

With over 30 years in nonprofit financial management, Lee Ann Kroon co-founded Axia International and has served in leadership roles for healthcare, arts, and faith-based organizations. Her stewardship has strengthened communities across Texas.

She was nominated by Women’s Business Forum as their Woman of Excellence, and the Federation of Houston Professional Women will recognize her at our Gala on September 20th.

📆 Reserve, sponsor, or advertise by August 30th and celebrate with us. fhpw.org

25/08/2025

Kim McCully embodies excellence, service, and leadership. Her expertise, dedication, and impact have strengthened every organization she serves, including the Women’s Business Forum.

She was proudly nominated by Women’s Business Forum for her outstanding contributions and leadership.

✨ Legacy Woman of Excellence Nominee 2025 — winner to be announced at the FHPW Gala on September 20th.

📅 Celebrate with us—secure your seat, sponsorship, or program ad by August 30th. fhpw.org

29/07/2025

Had fun supporting our LeeAnn Kroon, and Legacy WOE Kim McCully at the July quarterly meeting!

21/05/2025

Support the FHPW Educational Foundation!

Join the Women of Excellence Scholarship Club today for just $10/month or $120/year — and know that every single dollar goes directly toward scholarships that create life-changing educational opportunities for deserving women.
🌟 Your membership isn’t just a donation — it’s a powerful act of support, encouragement, and belief in a brighter future.
💖 Ready to make a difference? Join us and help turn dreams into degrees!

13/12/2024

Enjoyed our annual WBF Christmas and Holiday luncheon. So good to see our sustaining members too! (Sorry we missed some members in this photo).

15/11/2024

🎉 Get ready to play! Join us for FHPW’s last Happy Hour of the year on November 14! Meet us at Fratelli’s Italian Restaurant for a night of connection and trivia fun. Dutch-style dining means you can enjoy the evening your way. Trivia starts at 6 PM with prizes up for grabs! Will we see you there? 🥂

15/11/2024

Here’s a surprising stat!

Almost 1/3 of investors who had rolled over their 401(k) into an IRA still had their assets in cash or cash equivalents a year later! That was the finding of a 2024 Vanguard study reported in the July 22 edition of The Wall Street Journal. 🤯

And get this… rollovers that are still in cash after the first year are likely to stay that way for at least 7 years!

Younger investors (ages 20–29) are least likely to move out of cash, which is a bit concerning since they have the most to gain from the power of time.

If you—or anyone you know—has switched jobs, take a look at your rollover and understand how it's invested.

Make sure your retirement savings are working hard for you.

Remember, once you turn 73, you must take required minimum distributions from your 401(k), IRA, or other defined contribution plans in most cases. Withdrawals are taxed as ordinary income and may be subject to a 10% federal income tax penalty if taken before age 59½.

Also, remember that investing involves risks, and investment decisions should be based on your own goals, time horizon, and tolerance for risk. The return and principal value of investments will fluctuate as market conditions change. When sold, investments may be worth more or less than their original cost.

15/11/2024

15/11/2024

💡 4 things you may not know about Social Security

1️⃣ In February 2024, the average Social Security retirement benefit was around $1,862 per month or $22,344 per year, according to a May update from the Center on Budget and Policy Priorities.

2️⃣ Depending on your circumstances, you may be eligible for Social Security benefits at any age. For example, if you are the spouse, child, or dependent parent of a deceased worker.

3️⃣ Benefits can increase with age. You can increase your Social Security benefits by delaying benefits until age 70.

4️⃣ It can get complicated: Understanding Social Security can be tricky due to factors like earnings limits, spousal benefits, and survivor benefits.

Don’t take Social Security for granted. Understand the details and create a personalized strategy that works for you. A financial professional can help.

15/11/2024

✨We're just 4 days away from the big announcement! The countdown is on- get ready for something exciting coming your way! ✨

15/11/2024