National Leadership Team

Executive Director

Elizabeth Johnson, CAE


Elizabeth Johnson, CAE, is a seasoned and mission-driven association executive with more than 15 years of experience supporting some of the nation’s prestigious trade associations. Her expertise spans membership strategy, sponsorship development, and revenue-generating initiatives that drive organizational growth and member value.

As Executive Director of the American Business Women’s Association (ABWA), Elizabeth leads national programs that empower women to achieve their personal and professional best through education, networking, and advancing opportunities for women in business across the country.


Learn more about Elizabeth at ABWA.org.

ABWA National Information

APEX Campus

The Apex Campus is a place of learning for ABWA Members and includes professional development courses, tools and resources to support you in achieving your personal and professional best. In ABWA’s Apex Campus, you can take courses on your own time and at your own pace. Some courses are free and some are fee based. Access to the APEX Campus is free with your National Membership.

APEX GUIDE

CODE OF CONDUCT

ABWA’s Proud Code of Conduct was developed as a means of guiding all members in making ethical decisions. The broad statements of the code of conduct that are listed below are not expected to cover all conduct for all situations. This is why the Proud Code of Conduct was created as a living and fluid code.All members will serve as goodwill ambassadors for the American Business Women’s Association.

  • Members will not allow their personal beliefs and convictions to interfere with the representation of ABWA’s mission.
  • Members will always treat their member colleagues, guests, vendors and sponsors with honesty, respect, fairness, integrity, responsibility, kindness, and in good faith.
  • Members will maintain compliance with ABWA National, Chapter and Express Network Bylaws.
  • Members will not use their personal power to advance their personal interests.
  • Members will strive for excellence in their professions by maintaining and enhancing their own business knowledge and skills, and by encouraging the professional development of other members.

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