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Region 1
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Region 2
Event: "2009 NJ Governor's Conference for Women" in Atlantic City, NJ
Date: 5/12/2009
Time: 7:15 a.m. to 3:45 p.m.
Description: 5/12/09: "2009 NJ Governor's Conference for Women" at the Atlantic City, NJ Convention Center includes opportunities for networking, sessions about healthy/green living and business practices, financial markets and planning, and how to start businesses. Keynote speaker: Maya Angelou.
Location: Atlantic City Convention Center
Contact: Mary Miller, (609) 278-7403
Event: "Navigating Through Turbulent Times"
Date: 5/12/2009
Time: 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
Description: Workshop Topics: 1) Chaos theory and complex adaptive systems for organizations; 2) President Obama's commitment to the American workforce; 3) Bullying in the workplace; and 4) Financial Education and workplace flexibilities. Presenters: Matthew Biggs, Donna Dolan, Timothy Germany, John Muir, and Grace Protos
Location: 290 Broadway, 30th Flr., New York, NY
Contact: Timothy Germany, Chapter President, (516) 944-5137
Event: "The Polished Way to Network A Room"
Date: 5/12/2009
Time: 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Description: Social image expert - Samantha von Sperling - of Polished Social Image Consulting will discuss how to expertly network at any event, including: What to say and not say, how to execute a proper handshake, how to enter and leave a conversation, when to get and give a business card, how to move from one conversation to the next, how to literally work the entire room, and what to wear to a networking event
Location: Pane e Vino, 174 Smith Street, Brooklyn, NY
Contact: N/A
Event: "Survival Tips in a Down Economy"
Date: 5/13/2009
Time: 6:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
Description: Survival Tips in a Down Economy: Preparing for or dealing with a job loss; Making a budget and sticking to it; Establishing/Managing Savings & Retirement Accounts
Location: Monmouth University, West Long Branch, NJ
Contact: Jeanette Miller, (973) 226-4494 ext. 246
Event: "Wi$E-UP: Credit in a Money World"
Date: 5/14/2009
Time: 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
Description: The Women's Bureau, Region II will present Wi$e-Up's chapter on "Credit in a Money World", a part of the financial education program. It is hard to imagine a world without credit or credit cards. Credit makes our world go round, makes global commerce possible, and presents for consumers a tantalizing array of options never available to their ancestors. Rarely do people, especially the younger generation, have the economic capacity to pay cash for a home. Or even if they do, they opt for mortgage payments because of the tax benefits they receive. Although credit cards have been around for less than half a century, in that time they have transformed the way in which consumers operate. This program will discuss the importance of managing credit during the current economic downturn.
Location: 26 Federal Plaza, New York, NY
Contact: Kristen Demaline, (646) 264-3792 or demaline.kristen@dol.gov
Event: "Procurement Opportunities for Minority/Women-Owned Business"
Date: 5/14/2009
Time: 8:30 a.m. to 3:15 p.m.
Description: Workshops, private matchmaking, and government and corporate exhibitors will all attend this event for Minority/Women-owned Business Enterprises (MWBEs). This event offers the opportunity to: a) Meet with buyers from corporations and government agencies b) Find out how to win contracts and improve business operations and the bottom line by going green c) Discover the do's and don'ts of the procurement process d) Get the inside scoop on how small business owners can access corporate and government contracts e) Learn to leverage M/WBE certification as a tool for new opportunities, f) Find out about the M/WBE certification process and meet with certifying agencies, and g) Network with hundreds of M/WBEs, corporate and government procurement officials.
Location: 101 Barclay St., 10th Fl, New York, NY
Contact: Margaret Li, 212-868-1368
Event: "We Can All Learn a Thing or Two From Women: Learning the Secrets of Women Entrepreneurs in a Down Economy"
Date: 5/14/2009
Time: 5:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
Description: Though women-owned businesses are facing the same economic difficulties as other businesses across the country they appear to be coping with the difficulties in such a way that they are surviving and thriving when other businesses are not. Women entrepreneurs are used to starting businesses on a shoe-string budget without outside capital, are cautious about hiring full-time employees, instead opting to use freelancers, and tend to grow their businesses gradually based on grass roots market demand and not at the instance and pressure of outside forces. The results are strong, sustainable and agile companies that are not wracked with debt and bogged down with unnecessary employees. They are therefore able to quickly respond to changes in the market. The panel will discuss these strengths and the lessons to be drawn from them in the current time of economic challenge.
Location: Milbank, 1 Chase Manhattan Plaza, New York, NY 10005
Contact: Contact: Eddie Quiroz Phone: 888-639-9321 Email: eaq@alum.mit.edu
Event: "Putting the Pieces Together — Finding the International Trade Resources You Need to Tap Into Your Full Sales Potential"
Date: 5/18/2009
Time: 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
Description: Free Resource Forum: Learn how to best use the various service providers, government agencies, trade organizations and business assistance centers located in the New York region.
Location: Baruch College, 55 Lexington Ave, 14th fl, rm 14-250, New York, NY
Contact: Lene Skou, (646) 312-2070, lene.skou@baruch.cuny.edu
Event: "Buying a Business: New Opportunities in Today's Environment"
Date: 5/18/2009
Time: 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
Description: Join FWA’s Entrepreneurs Committee to learn how buying a business can provide opportunities to jump-start an entrepreneurial career or expand an existing business. Today’s economy presents unique opportunities for women to consider the traditionally male-dominated arena of buying a business. However, successfully acquiring a business does require persistence, patience, and an understanding of the process. Attend this lively discussion to learn from three panelists who will provide insight into the steps involved in buying an existing company, including: The pros and cons of buying a business, compared to starting a new business; Finding businesses for sale fitting a professional's goals and experiences; The three most important steps in buying a business; Determining how much one should pay for a business; How proper due diligence can help in avoiding costly mistakes; When to consider buying a franchise; Financing options in today’s credit environment; and Understanding the negotiation process, amongst other topics.
Location: TD Wealth Management, 2 Wall St., 3rd Flr., NYC
Contact: (212) 533-2141
Event: "Six Steps to Developing a Power Packed Tagline"
Date: 5/20/2009
Time: 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
Description: Learn how the right tagline can set a company apart, working to help sell products and promote to potential clients. Like a well-crafted “elevator speech,” a compelling tagline differentiates a company from the competition in an instant, telling potential customers what the company does--and how well--in ten words or less. This session will discuss step-by-step techniques for developing a dynamic tagline for companies or products.
Location: US Small Business Admin, NJ Office, 2 Gateway Ctr, 15th Flr, Newark, NJ 07102
Contact: US Small Business Administration
Event: "Marketing for Women Law and Public Policy Professionals"
Date: 5/20/2009
Time: 6:30 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
Description: South Asian Women's Leadership Forum (SAWLF) Vertical SAWLF: Women in Law is pleased to present Marketing for Women Law and Public Policy Professionals. This is a workshop designed to teach the key strategies for marketing, rainmaking, building/maintaining strong public relations, and brand identity. Special Guest Speaker: Ms. Paramjit Mahli
Location: White & Case LLP
Contact: (917) 843-9479
Event: "Business Expo '09"
Date: 5/21/2009
Time: 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
Description: Opportunities to network with businesses from throughout the Tri-State area. Multiple vendors showcasing their businesses and products. For more information, please contact (718) 898-8500.
Location: Citi Field
Contact: (718) 898-8500
Event: "LinkedIn for Beginners and Job Hunters"
Date: 5/27/2009
Time: 12:00 P.M. EST to 12:45 P.M. EST
Description: Diane K. Danielson and Jennifer Tortorella-Taylor will present a class on how to use LinkedIn effectively. Topics to be covered will include how to post a complete profile that captures attention, how to connect with old and new business contacts, tips for making LinkedIn more useful for individuals and companies, and insights into how recruiters and employers use LinkedIn.
Location: Teleconference
Contact: N/A
Event: "Brooklyn Business Summit"
Date: 5/27/2009
Time: 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Description: Join New York businesses for the first annual Brooklyn Business Summit on Wednesday, May 27, 2009 from 9 am - 5 pm at Polytechnic Institute of NYU. This summit will focus on Minority & Women Business Enterprise, Marketing, Financial Literacy, and Sustainability. It will feature an expo, Triple Bottom Line business plan competition, one-on-one consulting, Keynote luncheon discussing the American Reinvestment and Recovery Act, and breakout session focused on Attainable-Measurable-Sustainable ™ business practices. It is free to attend with pre-registration.
Location: 6 MetroTech Center, Brooklyn, NY 11201
Contact: Please contact Alliah for more information at 212-289-8506 ext 312
Event: "Wi$e-Up": Building Your Personal Savings
Date: 5/28/2009
Time: 11:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
Description: In today’s volatile market, controlling your individual financial situation is imperative. Join us to discuss practical methods for building your savings base. The session will cover these topics: • How to “Pay Yourself First” • Creating an emergency fund • Set-aside accounts • Choosing the best savings accounts • Compound interest (how money makes money) • Difference between saving and investing
Location: 10 Metrotech @625 Fulton St., Conference Rm, 2nd Flr, Brooklyn, NY
Contact: Women's Bureau, Region II, Kristen Demaline, (646) 264-3792, or demaline.kristen@dol.gov
Event: "Career Planning Boot Camp" for 2009 College Grads
Date: 6/3/2009 - 6/4/09
Time: 6/3: 1:00 p.m.; 6/4: 8:30 a.m. to 6/3: 6:00 p.m.; 6/4: 6:00 p.m.
Description: A Co-ed program to jumpstart careers in today’s tough job market. For new graduates concerned about life after college graduation wondering how to land a job in these hard economic times; Discussing how a rewarding career can launch from a college major - even if unclear on how to translate it; Find out in just two days how to navigate the worst job market in 30 years to achieve career goals and aspirations. Meet dozens of recruiters and industry executives from a wide range of fields including business, media, marketing, advertising, human resources, fashion, finance, health care, non-profits and technology.
Location: 3 West Club, 3 West 51st Street, New York, NY 10019
Contact: Women For Hire Career Bootcamp: (201) 391-8800
Event: "Equity Leadership Awards Luncheon"
Date: 6/4/2009
Time: 12:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m.
Description: Celebrating the women who are building New York City at the 2009 luncheon.
Location: Sheraton New York Hotel & Towers
Contact: N/A
Event: "3rd Annual New Jersey's Women in Science and Technology Workforce Summit"
Date: 6/5/2009
Time: 8:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Description: "3rd Annual New Jersey's Women in Science and Technology Workforce Summit" Save the Date! More details forthcoming.
Location: The Conference Center at Mercer, 1200 Old Trenton Road, West Windsor, NJ
Contact: The Center for Women and Work (at Rutgers) (732) 932-4614
Event: Green Hampton Expo
Date: 6/6/2009
Time: TBD
Description: Join the select group of premier sponsors and exhibitors at the first major green consumer event in the Hamptons, hosted by the founders of Green Drinks Hamptons. Who Will Be There? Thousands of quality-savvy, planet-conscious consumers who want sustainable ways to live, work, and play. Who Should Sponsor/Exhibit? Companies with products and services geared toward greener living.
Location: Stonybrook Southhamton University Campus
Contact: 631-276-1424
Event: "Green Business: Drivers for Environmental Improvements"
Date: 6/9/2009
Time: 3:00 p.m. EST to 4:00 p.m. EST
Description: 6/9/09: "Green Business: Drivers for Environmental Improvements": Learn about the Top Green Business Drivers that will improve business operations in the following areas: Water, Packaging, Materials, Climate Change, and Food. The discussion will also include Case Studies for a variety of business sectors. Presented by Mary Vincent, who runs Green Star Solution, a consulting firm advising businesses on green methodologies, strategic development, and loyalty programs.
Location: TELECLASS
Contact: WITI: (818) 788-9484
Event: "NCRW Annual Conference: Igniting Change: Activating Alliances for Social Justice"
Date: 6/10/2009 - 6/12/09
Time: Wed, 3:30 p.m., Thurs, 9:00 a.m., Fri, 9:15 a.m. to 8:30 p.m. Weds, 7:30 p.m. Thurs, 5:15 p.m. Fri
Description: Hosted by The Graduate Center of the City University of New York, The Center for the Study of Women and Society: Three days of sessions focusing on a variety of topics: Youth: Opportunities and Challenges for Building Pipelines for Leadership Health and Reproductive Rights Women, War and Security Women and Business Developing a Political Agenda at State and National Levels Historical Memories: Milestones, Current Challenges and the Future of the LGBT Movement: Philanthropy, Social Entrepreneurship and Activism Gender in Popular Culture
Location: CUNY Graduate Center, 365 Fifth Ave., New York, NY 10016
Contact: Kyla Bender-Baird - 212-785-7335
Region 3
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Region 4
Event: Florida Conference for Women
Date: 5/12/2009
Time: 7:30am to 5pm
Description: The Florida Conference for Women, hosted in conjunction with the Florida Commission on the Status of Women, features nationally recognized speakers who will address the critical issues facing women today, helping you find clarity on your goals and what you need to accomplish them. You'll learn how to: Deal with change Reinvent your career Manage your money Market yourself Network effectively Find funding for your small business Manage your health Stay positive
Location: Orlando Florida
Contact: 866-540-3597
Event: Fifth Anniversary Leadership & Women of Color Conference
Date: 5/13/2009
Time: 7am to 4pm
Description: The leadership conference will provide attendees with the necessary survival tools to acquire leadership, professional, personal and community engagement skills to be successful during challenging economic times. Organized to explore how leadership, gender and culture influence community building, this break-through conference will demonstrate best practices for creating strong alliances in the work place and in neighborhoods.
Location: Spelman College Atlanta, GA
Contact: (404) 760-8190 or 1 (866) 845-0999
Event: Mountain BizWorks 5th Annual Women's Business Conference
Date: 5/28/2009
Time: 8:00am to 4:00pm
Description: Mountain BizWorks is proud to present our fifth conference designed solely for female entrepreneurs. We are inspired daily by you and it is our honor to continue giving area women the tools to face challenges and embrace opportunities.
Location: AB Tech, Enca, NC
Contact: Rachel Miller 828-253-2834
Event: Third Annual East Tennessee Regional Economic Summit for Women
Date: 6/4/2009
Time: 8:30am to 4:00pm
Description: "Seize the Day: Getting Ahead When Times are Hard" is a daylong event packed with fun networking, practical information, and inspiring speakers for everyone interested in improving the economic status of women in Tennessee. There will be two tracks offering personal and professional development.
Location: Maryville College, Maryville, TN
Contact: 865-273-8864
Event: A Retirement Plan Compliance Assistance Seminar for Small Business
Date: 7/9/2009
Time: 8:30am to 4:30pm
Description: Strong fiduciary oversight and protecting workers’ benefits is one of the highest priorities of the U.S. Department of Labor. The best way to protect workers’ benefits is by preventing problems before they start. Our compliance assistance program – Getting It Right – Know Your Fiduciary Responsibilities – will increase awareness and understanding about basic fiduciary responsibilities when operating a retirement plan.
Location: Federal Reserve Bank of Atlanta
Contact: Pat Humphlett Tel. (202)693-8660 Fax: (202)219-8141 Email: humphlett.patricia@dol.gov
Event: Tennessee Economic Council on Women Summit
Date: 10/19/2009
Time: 7:30am to 4:45pm
Description: The Economic Summit for Women is about you and for you. If you are looking to grow professionally, personally, and economically, this is the place for you. If you are looking to meet or be a mentor, this is the place for you. Whether you've owned your own business for years or are looking to rejoin the workforce after a lapse, the Summit offers timely information and unique inspiration to help you meet your goals.
Location: Franklin Marriott at Cool Springs
Contact: Council 615-253-4266 Foundation 615-969-2857
Event: Georgia Tech Women's Leadership Conference
Date: 10/23/2009
Time: 8am to 5pm
Description: The mission of the WLC is to inspire and prepare the women of Georgia Tech to become equal partners in the leadership of our professions, communities, and society. The Womens Leadership Conference began during the winter of 1998 as means to celebrate, recognize, and learn more about the strong leadership exhibited by women of the Georgia Tech community.
Location: Georgia Tech Atlanat
Contact: Yvette Upton, (404) 385-1563
Region 5
Event: Women's Leadership Breakfast
Date: 5/8/2009
Time: 7:30 am to 10:00 am
Description: Ms. Stender will share her experience of launching a women’s professional sports team completely from scratch and creating a culture based on active community involvement, an appreciation for strong core values and a devotion to women’s empowerment. Ms. Stender will also speak to “The Sky brand”, which promises to teach young girls to value their self-worth and to become strong, goal oriented and passionate, while understanding the importance of teamwork.
Location: The Standard Club, Chicago
Contact: The Standard Club 320 S Plymouth Ct 5 Fl Chicago, IL 60604-3802 ICPAS CPE at (800) 993-0393
Event: Reverse Mortgage - Is It Right for You?
Date: 5/9/2009
Time: 8:30 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
Description: Presenters include an elder rights attorney, a financial planner, as well as a banker, and more to answer your questions.
Location: Minnesota Women's Building
Contact: Minnesota Women's Building, 550 Rice Street, St. Paul. 651/228-9990
Event: The Green Today, Jobs Tomorrow Conference
Date: 5/11/2009
Time: 7:15 am to 6:00 pm
Description: The Purpose of the State of Michigan’s Official Green Today, Jobs Tomorrow Conference is: Driving Michigan’s Green Jobs Initiative and Green future, primarily workforce development and economic growth. Providing an additional avenue for Green Sector Skill Alliances to come together, learn from, and engage with a wide array of stakeholders. Showcasing Michigan as a state that is embracing green economy in a number of ways by engaging partners and stakeholders in an educational setting to learn about the existing and emerging green jobs economy in Michigan and beyond. Providing a networking platform to build relationships and public/private partnerships in Michigan’s Green sectors.
Location: Lansing Center, Lansing, MI
Contact: Jennifer Tebedo Department of Energy, Labor, and Economic Growth 517.243.7882
Event:
A Day of Celebration & Conversation about the Civic Engagement of Older Adults
Date: 5/11/2009
Time: 9:00am to 5:00pm
Description: Join the Illinois Department of Aging for discussion on how older people in Illinois can have a greater role in service, education, and the workforce.
Location: Springfield, IL
Contact: Gidget Freeberg 217-557-8312 gidget.freeberg@illinois.gov
Event: National Association of Women Business Owners-MN
Date: 5/12/2009
Time: 7:30 am to 9:30 am
Description: Roundtable/All Member Meeting: Social Networking with moderators Caroline Melberg and Jennifer Brigham
Location: Midland Hills Country Club
Contact: N/A
Event: DOING IT RIGHT: SUCCESSION PLANNING AS A TOOL TO RIDE OUT THE RECESSION
Date: 5/12/2009
Time: 9:00 am to 11:00 am
Description: Succession planning is a process to ensure that employees are recruited, developed and retained for each key role within the company. Through your succession planning process, you recruit superior employees, develop their knowledge, skills and abilities, and prepare them for advancement or promotion into ever more challenging roles.
Location: University of Illinois Chicago
Contact: Kim Casey 8 S. Michigan Avenue 4th Floor Chicago, IL 60603 312-853-3477
Event: "Reaching Your Dreams" and "How Women Can Use Money to Take Charge of Their Lives"
Date: 5/12/2009
Time: Noon to 1:30 p.m.
Description: Nationally recognized financial consultant, Ruth Hayden, presents "Reaching Your Dreams" How Women Can Use Money to Take Charge of Their Lives".
Location: Mayo Memorial Auditorium
Contact: Mayo Memorial Auditorium, Room 4-200, UMN, 425 Delaware Street SE, Minneapolis
Event: Achieving Dreams Breakfast: Unlocking Potential
Date: 5/13/2009
Time: 7:30 a.m. to 11:00 a.m.
Description: N/A
Location: Marriott Airport Hotel
Contact: 612/752-8004 Nanci Bohmer
Event: 11th Annual Child Care Buisness Expo
Date: 5/16/2009
Time: 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Description: The Child Care Business Expo is an energizing one-day conference providing a wealth of information, resources, and opportunities for new and existing child care providers.
Location: Chicago Hilton & Towers
Contact: Elizabeth Gardner egardner@wbdc.org 8 S. Michigan Avenue 4th Floor Chicago, IL 60603 (312) 853-3477
Event: Career & Employment Transition Group for Women
Date: 5/19/2009
Time: 9:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m.
Description: When facing a career transition, it is powerful to know you are not alone. In an environment of support, set goals, brainstorm new career ideas and reclaim your confidence.
Location: WomenVenture 2324 University Avenue West St. Paul, MN 55114
Contact: 651-646-3808
Event: Women in Management conference
Date: 5/21/2009
Time: 7:30 am to 8:00 pm
Description: This full-day conference will consist of educational and motivational breakout sessions, keynote addresses by nationally and internationally recognized speakers, and an executive forum featuring top professionals in their fields of expertise. Attendees will leave with insight, resources, tools and information that can help them put it all together!
Location: Elgin Community College, Elgin, IL
Contact: KL Daly, 708-337-0766
Event: MONEY ON MY MIND: INCREASING CASH FLOW, CUTTING COSTS & COLLECTING RECEIVABLES
Date: 5/29/2009
Time: 9:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m.
Description: In challenging economic times, a small business must protect and maintain their financial foothold. Accountants and financial and business experts will present proven strategies for increasing cash flow, cutting operating costs and collecting receivables.
Location: Women's Business Development Center - 8 S. Michigan Avenue 4th Floor Chicago, IL 60603
Contact: Kim Casey (312) 853-3477
Event: AARP Diversity and Aging Conference
Date: 6/6/2009
Time: 8:00am to 5:00pm
Description: The conference is designed to address the challenges faced by diverse populations as they age. It will purposefully bring together the field of diversity and the field of aging to examine their impact on our society. RA will present at conference.
Location: Chicago, IL
Contact: Ryan Gruenenfelder (217) 522-7700 - 300 W. Edwards, 3rd Floor Springfield, IL 62704
Event: Federal Reserve Bank Money Smart Week Wisconsin
Date: 10/10/2009
Time: 8:00 am to 9:00 pm
Description: Money Smart Week Wisconsin is a week-long series of financial education programs presented by community groups, financial institutions, government agencies and schools to promote financial awareness.
Location: Various locations
Contact: Alejo Torres, (312) 322-2287
Event: Federal Reserve Bank Money Smart Week Indiana
Date: 10/10/2009
Time: 8:00 am to 9:00 pm
Description: Money Smart Week Indiana is a week-long series of financial education programs presented by community groups, financial institutions, government agencies and schools to promote financial awareness.
Location: Various locations
Contact: Sheila McKean, (313) 964-6112
Region
6
Event: 19th Annual Celebration Luncheon Honoring the "Money Makes a Difference" Award Winners and Outstanding Women in Banking and Financial Services
Date: 5/7/2009
Time: 11:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
Description: This is the 19th Annual Celebration honoring the "Money Makes a Difference" Award Winners and Outstanding Women in Banking and Financial Services. Speaker is Manisha Thakor, co-author of "On My Own Two Feet," helping American women learn how to live their lives from a position of financial strength.
Location: The Westin Oaks, Houston, Texas
Contact: 713.667.4493, ext. 10
Event: Akansas Governor's Work-Life Balance Award Luncheon
Date: 5/12/2009
Time: 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.
Description: The Arkansas Governor's Work-Life Balance Initiative presents the state's 2009 Arkansas Governor's Work-Life Balance Awards recognizing Arkansas employers for establishing and providing resources that support employees in balancing the needs of both work and family. During the 7th annual celebration, the comprehensive Work-Life Balance Award will honor recipients in three size categories. Other awards will recognize employers for their ongoing efforts to provide a work environment friendly to mature workers and for exemplary or innovative strategies to support a healthy work-life balance. "With increased economic strains on many families, companies that help employees balance work and life issues are increasingly valuable," Governor Mike Beebe said. "I hope that these winners will become role models for other business leaders who want to create programs that lead to happy employees and higher productivity."
Location: The Peabody Hotel, Little Rock, Arkansas
Contact: Geania Dickey 501.407.0720
Event: Creating Diversity Business Innovation in the 21st Century & Beyond Leadership Forum and Diversity Business Expos
Date: 6/19/09 in Houston, TX
Time: 8:30 a.m.: to 4:00 p.m.
Description: Creating Diversity Business Innovation In The 21st Century & Beyond Leadership Forum and Diversity Business Expos (Community Outreach Project) is a convening of top-tier executives, corporate management officers, domestic & international organization leaders, small business owners and media representatives- effectively talking about the plight of procurement, supplier diversity and strategic sourcing supply chain transformation. The forum and Business Expo participants will help outline a (next level) plan of action that will assist the Global community embrace the goal to strengthen the survival and global growth of Minority, Veteran and Women-Owned (Small) businesses, by closely evaluating:
- What is working/ not working with existing supplier diversity and sourcing supply chain programs?
- How to create and manage a successful supplier diversity and strategic sourcing program?
- What are the advantages of corporate partnerships with domestic and international community based organizations that work towards the common good of disadvantaged groups, in an effort to strengthen a company’s supplier diversity and sourcing supply chain program?
- What are the lessons learned, from failures and successes observed with existing supplier diversity and sourcing supply chain programs?
The conference is being held to help domestic minority, veteran, women-owned small businesses & enterprising individuals survive and thrive during this challenging economic time and to help these groups gain equal access to key business opportunities.
Location: The Houston Community College District Center located at 3100 Main Street, Houston, Texas 77002
Contact: Nicole Carter, 954-435-0317, Executive Board Member, Creating Diversity Business Innovation in the 21st Century & Beyond Leadership Forum and Diversity Business Expos (Community Outreach Project)
Event: National Association of Hispanic Nurses 34th Annual Conference - Hispanic Nurses: Creating Pathways to Reduce Health Disparities
Date: 7/21/2009
Time: 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Description: Through plenary speakers and workshops, the conference will address issues related to Hispanic health care disparities, health care research, policy development, issues related to rural Hispanic health care and behavioral and social environmental issues in health care. Network with colleagues, renew old friendships and experience our diverse culture.
Location: Crowne Plaza Riverwalk Hotel, San Antonio, Texas
Contact: Sherece McGoon, mcgoon@uthscsa.edu, 210-567-5850, http://nursing.uthscsa.edu/CE Events
Event: WBO National Business Convention presented by Office Max, Inc.
Date: 10/22/2009
Time: 3:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Description: WBO National Business Convention presented by Office Max, Inc. will provide women entrepreneurs from around the world with three days of networking, workshops and a live business expo.
Location: Houston, Texas
Contact: 713-516-1524
Event: 2nd Annual Women in Project Management Conference
Date: 11/11/2009
Time: 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Description: Women gather to seek the best of themselves and every women experiences herself as the leader she was meant to be! Keynote speaker is Genevieve Bos, owner and co-founder of PINK Magazine. Workshops include Powerful and Connected; Mentoring; Powerful Negotiation; Think Bigger, Live Bolder!; Relationship Networking and Succession Planning.
Location: Marriott Solana, Westlake, Texas
Contact: 614-309-6565
Region 7
Event: 2009 Get on Board Conference
Date: 8/5/2009
Time: 8:00am to 5:00pm
Description: N/A
Location: Cornhusker Marriott Hotle - Lincoln, NE
Contact: McGrath, Community Affairs Advisor 402-221-5606
Event: 2009 Get on Board...Moving Nebraskans Toward a Better Tomorrow Conference
Date: 8/5/2009
Time: 8:00am to 5:00pm
Description: The goals of this annual, one day conference on financial education and asset building include: * Examining issues and trends in financial education and asset building and how they affect the workplace and communities * Discovering innovative strategies to promote financial stability among diverse consumers * Discussing opportunities for engaging new parnters in efforts and actions that lead to financial stability * Generating ideas for continuing policy initiatives and changes
Location: Cornhusker Marriott Hotle - Lincoln, NE
Contact: McGrath, Community Affairs Advisor 402-221-5606
Region 8
Event: Boards and Commissions Public Policy Event
Date: 5/7/2009
Time: 4:00pm to 6:00pm
Description: A panel of Legislators and representatives form the Denver Hispanic Chamber of Commerce, the Asian Chamber of Commerce, the Colorado Black Chamber of Commerce and Allstate Insurance collaborate to encourage more business women and minorities to become involved in public policy
Location: Radisson Denver Stapleton Plaza
Contact: 303-458-0220
Event: La Madre Tierra/Mother Earth
Date: 5/8/2009
Time: 4:30pm to 8:30pm
Description: The first annual "Madre Tierra Celebration" will promote the "Three Legs of Sustainability" social justice, economic vitality and environmental protection.
Location: Denver Newspaper Agency
Contact: Elizabeth Salamanca: 303-962-1491
Event: Leadership Workshop - Social Networking - How to Use New Technology to Connect
Date: 5/12/2009
Time: 4:30pm to 6:00pm
Description: Does the thought of using Twitter, LinkedIn, My Space and Facebook make you break out in hives or a cold sweat? Using social networking/media as a way to promote your businewss may seem dauting but it is a way to reach thousands of people wity your message on a daily basis. Learn the basics about how to set up on some of the more popular sites and find out why you should be using methods such as this to get new customers and increase your business.
Location: 1624 Market St, Suite 340, Denver
Contact: 303-458-0220
Event: Establishing Effective business Relationships
Date: 5/13/2009
Time: 6:00pm to 9:00pm
Description: Networking opportunity to help women acheive their business or professional goals through education. Featured topic is "Establishing Effective Business Relationships."
Location: Rocky Mt. College of Art & Design
Contact: Michele O'Brien-Rose 303-986-2454
Event: Young Women's Leadership Summit
Date: 5/14/2009
Time: 1:00pm to 6:00pm
Description: As part of the YWCA's mission to "empower women and eliminate racism," its Young Women's Leadership Summit is designed to inspire and educate young women on the importance of develoing leadership qualities. Keynote Speaker: The Honorable Chief Justice Christine M. Durham of the Untah Supreme Court.
Location: Westminster College, SLC
Contact: Cassi 801-537-8619
Event: Procurement Series: DBE, MBE, WBE, SBE...Alphabet Soup or your piece of the pie?
Date: 5/14/2009
Time: 2:00pm to 4:00pm
Description: Learn from the experts about the different types of certification available and how they can help your business. This seminar will provide clear and concise information about the different certifications, processes and requirements to become certified.
Location: 1624 Market St., Ste> 340, Denver
Contact: 303-458-0220
Event: National Association of Regional Councils
Date: 6/1/2009
Time: TBD
Description: The 43rd Annual Conference and Exhibition is NARC's largest national event focused on promoting effective regional cooperation and solutions through interaction and education. Join representatives from Regional Councils and Metropolitan Planning Organizations - leadership, local elected officials, board members, and professional, technical and program staff - to share best practices, learn from experts and participate in inforative discussions on programs, issues and opportunities most pertinent to regions and local governments.
Location: Hyatt Regency Denver Convention Center
Contact: N/A
Event: The Utah Valley Women's Expo
Date: 9/11/2009
Time: TBD
Description: A two day expo that features everything a woman wants - workshops on career guidance, financial education, health products, home products, activities, gifts and entertainment.
Location: McKay Events Center, Orem, Utah
Contact: N/A
Event: Women's Foundation of Colorado
Date: 11/12/2009
Time: TBD
Description: Women's Foundation of Colorado's Annual Luncheon. This year the keynote speaker is Lisa Ling, National Geographic correspondent.
Location: Colorado Convention Center
Contact: Eve Powell 303-285-2966
Region 9
Event: National Indian and Native American Employment and Training Conference
Date: 5/17/2009
Time: 8:00am to 5:00pm
Description: 30th National Indian and Native American Employment Training Conference
Location: 2001 Point West Way, Sacramento, CA
Contact: N/A
Event: "Extraordinary Voices, Extraordinary Change" featuring Jessica Jackley of Kiva
Date: 5/27/2009
Time: 5:30 to 8:00
Description: Join the International Museum of Women (I.M.O.W.) for an Extraordinary Voices, Extraordinary Change Speaker Series program with Jessica Jackley, co-founder of Kiva.org, the world's first peer-to-peer online microlending Web site.
Location: Omni SF Hotel, 500 California Street
Contact: 415.543.4669 x27
Region 10
Event: Healthy, Wealthy and Wise: Staying Healthy and Liviing Well, National Women's Health Week
Date: 5/13/2009
Time: 1100am to 200pm
Description: Educational Sessions and Resource Fair for Women. There will be exhibit booths and simultaneous open educational sessions on topics such as: Financial Fitness, Safety, Eating Healthy, Emergency Preparedness, Caregiver Support Resources and Social Security issues for women.
Location: Jackson Federal Bldg., 915 2nd Ave, Seattle
Contact: Renee Bouvion 206 615 3667
Event: Oregon Women In Trades Career Fair May 09
Date: 5/14/2009 - 5/16/2009
Time: 900 a.m. ea day
Description: 17th Annual Fair sponsored by OR Tradeswomen, Inc.
Location: Portland, Oregon
Contact: 503 335 8200 ext. 21
Event: Lilly Ledbetter at Eastern WA University: Equity and What's Right
Date: 5/27/2009
Time: 1:00pm to 2:00pm
Description: N/A
Location: Tawanka Hall, Rm 215, E. WA University Campus
Contact: Carol Vines: cvines@ewu.edu
Event: Moneywise Women - Townsend, WA
Date: 5/30/2009
Time: 9:00am to 5:30pm
Description: Financial Education workshop for women.
Location: Fort Warden
Contact: Marcia Brixey - 360-308-0056
2009 WA State Women Veterans Symposium: Celebrating Women Veterans Legacy of Service
Date: 5/30/2009
Time: 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Description: One day symposium for women veterans in WA State. Five workshops will be available that will focus on benefits, career, networking, retirement planning and wellness. The Women’s Bureau will present a financial education workshop entitled “Wi$eup. There will also be opportunity to meet with counselors one-on-one.
Location: Tacoma, WA Convention Center
Contact: Alfie Alvarado-Ramos 360-725-2155 or Liza Narcisco 360-725-2157 lisan@dva.wa.gov
Event: Women Veterans Symposium Tacoma, WA
Date: 9/11/2009
Time: 800 am to 500 pm
Description: One day symposium with workshops for women veterans. Focus on Benefits, Career and Networking, Retirement Planning and Wellness. Women's Bureau/U.S. DOL will present Wiseup Financial Education workshops.
Location: Tacoma Convention Center, Tacoma, WA
Contact: Liza Narciso, WA Dept. of Veterans Affairs; lisan@dva.wa.gov or 360 725 2157
Event: Flex Options for the Multigenerational Workplace
Date: 9/19/2009
Time: 8:30am to 11:30a.m.
Description: Interactive panel of 5 speakers followed by questions to the panelists from the audience and answers provided by speakers.
Location: 601 SW 2nd Ave., Portland, OR 97204
Contact: Debra Alderman, MA Ed. Director of Continuing Education Antioch University Seattle 2326 6th Ave., Seattle, WA 98121 phone: (206) 268-4118 fax: (206) 268-4115 email: dalderman@antiochsea.edu
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