Welcome to The Heart of the Piedmont The Heart of the Piedmont is a Nationally recognized award winning chapter of ABWA - American Business Women's Association, the working women's best resource to connect, learn and grow personally and professionally. The Heart of the Piedmont Chapter (HOP) was chartered on June 4, 2009 with the combination of the Greensboro Sunshiners Chapter, Lou Celia Chapter, NaJa Charter Chapter and Triad Express Network. Chapter Vision Statement Like the heart supplies the body with the essential ingredients for life, the Heart of the Piedmont Chapter will provide the network for personal & professional enrichment in an enjoyable atmosphere for our members while reaching out to the business women's community for continued growth. We know you're busy! Our meetings are streamlined and our programs are focused on professional development. We provide networking opportunities at each meeting and a safe and fostering environment for women to connect, learn and grow.