Amazing Women, Amazing Opportunities! The American Business Women’s Association strives to improve the lives of business women across the Western New York region through professional development, leadership, networking, community service and support. At ABWA, we flourish in our diversity and the various backgrounds, cultures, education and professions of our members. Our Mission - "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.” Leading with Vision!