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Workforce Development Committee: Ready to Work
This monthly session includes an encouragement network hour led by Ardell Fleeson followed by a job search skills practicum. Workforce Development Committee member Phyllis Kolmus will facilitate. May’s Skills Practicum features Trisha Crew, Master Career Counselor, leading a discussion on resilience. At this month's session, the Workforce Development Committee will be selecting the Makeover Model for the May 28 program: Making First Minute Magic. The lucky WIT member receives a new 'do including enhancing make-up re-engineering (value $300) compliments of Zin Hair in Bethesda the afternoon of May 28. In addition, our image consultants will dress the Makeover Model in an outfit from Doncaster Clothes or ETC Women's Clothing. "Before" pictures will be taken at Ready to Work for our image consultant and executive coach Marva Goldsmith. If you would like to be a candidate for the fabulous makeover, and show your poise and panache be sure to join us at this month's Ready to Work!
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Women Business Owners SIG: Technology Toolbox Roundtable
Due to the overwhelming positive response to Kelly Harman’s presentation of the "Technology Toolbox" at the last WBO event, we are continuing the discussion in a roundtable format. Harman, President of Zephyr Strategies, will be joining us to lead our discussion on invaluable Web sites and tech tools. RSVP via the WIT Web site at www.womenintechnology.org. All WBO meetings are members-only. See the WBO section of the WIT Web site for details on how to apply for membership.
Contact Kathy Albarado kalbarado@heliosHR.com and Michele Shallenberg mshallenberg@envoyIT.com for more information.
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Executive Women’s SIG: 2941 Restaurant — Networking and Charity Event
Join the Executive Women’s SIG at the lovely 2941 Restaurant in Falls Church, on the patio with its beautiful views and delicious gourmet food. Let’s get together and catch up with old friends and meet new colleagues. In addition to networking, WIT will be collecting contributions to support Shelter House, a charity that helps needy Fairfax County families find temporary housing. Shelter House can accommodate families of large size, and is dedicated to breaking the cycle of homelessness by helping families transition into their own permanent housing arrangement.
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Women in Technology Leadership Awards
The 2009 Leadership Awards mark the 10th anniversary of the prestigious awards program, which recognizes women who have demonstrated leadership in the local technology industry and who exemplify the WIT values of "Connect. Lead. Succeed."
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The WIT Women on Board program was developed in partnership with The Leaders Edge and is designed to help senior-level women develop a realistic understanding of the issues and experience needed by corporate boards. This exclusive two-day seminar enhances the leadership understanding and value of the woman who attends, and benefits her company or organization by positioning her for further leadership roles and opportunities. Program participants will get perspective and practical advice from Board Members and CEOs including:
Seminar participants will benefit by:
To register, complete the application found at www.womenintechnology.org/calendar_day.asp?date=6/10/2009. Pre-registration for this event is required. Cancellations received on or before May 21 will be fully refunded; no refunds on or after May 22. All no shows will be charged.
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June WIT.Connect: Government Leaders at the Helm — A New Era
The face of government is changing in this new era of transparency and collaboration. Our panel of government executives will explore a range of topics: technology, balancing innovation with security, the promise of the new media, the greening of government, acquisition, and key workforce challenges. In addition, they'll address the implementation of the Recovery Act, their key leadership challenges, and making the federal government the "employer of choice". Engage in this exciting dialogue with today's thought leaders during these extraordinary times. Panelists:
Join us for a celebration of WIT's 15th birthday during the networking reception prior to our program. WIT’s annual election of the Board of Directors and Officers will also take place during the reception.
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To register for events, visit www.womenintechnology.org and log in with your user name and password. Once logged in, click on the RSVP Now link by the event for which you wish to register. If you are not a current member of WITSM, please create a user name and password as a Non-Member Guest to register for events. Pre-registration for events will close at noon the day before the events. Onsite registration will be accepted at events on a space-available basis. Notice of cancellation for refund must be received by the WIT office no later than 24 hours in advance of events. * All events are subject to cancellation. Registration and cancellation policies are posted in the calendar listing on the Web site. |
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Knowing and Asking For What You Want in Today's Business Climate
The WIT Strategic Alliances committee wants to make you aware of a workshop that builds on The Women’s Center Annual Leadership Conference and the Pathways to Success Leadership Seminar Series. Rebecca Shambaugh, President and CEO of SHAMBAUGH Leadership and a nationally known speaker on women's leadership issues will present key findings and recommendations and add some of her own insights from her recently published book, It's Not A Glass Ceiling — It's A Sticky Floor, on one of the most challenging sticky floors for women: Asking For What You Want. Participants will learn first-hand and apply proven strategies, tools and techniques for rising off this sticky floor. Click here to learn more about this workshop and to register
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Call For WIT Leadership Nominations: More Openings Announced Women in Technology (WIT) is pleased to invite nominations for WIT leaders. There are many exciting positions open for the coming fiscal year. This is a great opportunity to join the leadership team, increase the visibility of yourself and your company, and help us grow the WIT organization. The term of office varies from one to two years depending on the position. An open nomination procedure is held to generate the best pool of qualified candidates. You may self nominate or forward this on to other WIT members to nominate themselves for any of the open positions. If you would like to apply for a leadership position, please review the in-depth job descriptions at: www.womenintechnology.org/files/WIT_leadership_descriptions.doc Submit your completed application with your resume to: staff@womenintechnology.org You can find the application at the WIT Web site: www.womenintechnology.org/files/LeadershipApplication.doc Please indicate "Nomination for ________ Position" in the subject line. If you have questions about any of the positions listed above or would like to be considered for other leadership roles in the organization, please contact one of these members of the Nominating Committee:
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Pros in Marketing/Sales/Editing Needed: Help Launch the WIT “Bunyan Book” and Learn Leadership Secrets of WIT Award Winners WIT has identified the "Bunyan Book" as an initiative for this year. This book — profiles of women who have been honored with a WIT Leadership award — is not only underway; it's going full steam ahead. Why this project at this time? May 2009 marks WIT's 10th Leadership Awards ceremony and the 15th anniversary of WIT — so the timing couldn't be better for interviewing and profiling every winner of the past WIT Leadership Awards, from 1999 to 2009. We aim for the book to:
We have an immediate need for volunteers to join our Marketing/PR subcommittee:
Volunteers are also needed to assist with Sales/Distribution:
And we need two to three people to help with editing, starting now:
Here’s what you’ll get in exchange: an insider's view of these women's leadership secrets and insights, and your name in the acknowledgments. Contact Charlotte Pelliccia charlotte@pelliccia.biz or Marguerete Luter mluter@bellatlantic.net to learn more about the Marketing/PR and Sales/Distribution subcommittees. Contact Joanne Lozar Glenn joannelozarglenn@verizon.net about the Editing subcommittee.
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Deadline Extended: Accepting Applications for the Mentor-Protégé Program 23 and Steering Committee Openings Since 1998, the WIT Mentor-Protégé Program has linked professional women mentors and protégés for networking and learning. We are currently accepting applications for Mentor Protégé Program 23, slated to begin with an orientation session on Tuesday evening, June 9 and continuing with a monthly session (second Tuesday evening of every month) through November. Full details are on the WIT Web site. Applications are due by May 11, 2009. New Protégés: Thirty Protégés are accepted into this cornerstone WIT program. If you are seeking to expand your horizons, learn from other successful women, and re-energize your career, this is the program for you. The program fee is $200 for Protégés. Women interested in participating as a Protégé can apply online. New Mentors: We are seeking women business owners and women with director or above management experience, who are willing to share their time (one evening a month), experience and insights with other professional women. There are no fees for Mentors, only the desire to contribute to the success of others and attendance at an Orientation session. Please apply online. Steering Committee Members: Become part of the dynamic team who guides this program. Roles include marketing, meeting logistics, protégé liaison, networking exercises and more. Prior involvement in the program as a Mentor or Protégé is a plus. Contact Carol Hayes, Co-Chair at carolannhayes@verizon.net for more information.
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Join LinkedIn and Take Your Networking Online WIT is now an official group on LinkedIn, and is looking for you! Join the WIT group, and take your networking online! Here's how: when you're logged into LinkedIn, go to "Groups" on the left side of your screen. Then search for "Women in Technology" (use the quotation marks) in the search field on the right side of the screen. It should appear with Brianna Carroll Boyle as the owner. If you have any questions, please contact her at brianna.boyle@verizon.com.
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