WIT Leadership Awards Finalists Announced
WIT has announced the finalists for the 11th Annual Women in Technology Leadership Awards. WIT will recognize 39 finalists across 10 categories, including four new award categories. Winners will be announced at a special awards ceremony on May 20, 2010 at the Ritz Carlton, Tysons Corner. Tickets and tables are now available for the Leadership Awards Banquet.
Deadline for WIT Leadership Applications Extended to April 7
WIT is currently looking for qualified leadership and board candidates who have the skills and abilities that will allow the organization to thrive and move to the next level. Here are full details about the WIT leadership nominations process and available positions.
WIT to Co-Sponsor Women in the Boardroom Event on April 20
As part of WIT's mission to advance women in technology from the classroom to the boardroom by providing advocacy, leadership development, networking, mentoring and technology education; WIT is co-sponsoring the first Women in the Boardroom event here in the Washington D.C. area.
Women in the Boardroom is a two-hour executive leadership event designed to assist in the preparation for board service - better qualifying and connecting attendees with the right resources. Our panelists are executives with for-profit board experience and a desire to share their knowledge and necessary tools for serving as a director. Topics of discussion include the role of being a director, differences of a non-profit, private and public board, board selection process, being an effective board member, and positioning yourself for board service/taking the next step. More details about this event.
Workforce Development Committee Ready to Work: Executive Presence-Prepared to be Your Best on April 6
The impact of your Executive Presence, your nonverbal and soft skills, are vital in today’s fast-paced, multi-generational, results oriented, competitive business environment. Jean O’Brien will present hands-on experience from her 25 years in Human Resources. Bettie Biehn, Career Change Central, LLC will also present important information on why you need a resume, not just a resume but a good resume. More information about this event.
WIT New and Prospective Member Orientation Prior to the April 15 WIT.Connect
WIT is holding a Free New and Prospective Member Reception prior to the April WIT.Connect. This meeting is targeted to: all new members who have joined; other members who have never attended a new member orientation; anyone who is considering joining WIT and would like learn more about our organization (feel free to bring a friend!)
Workforce Development Committee: Meet the Company - SRA International
SRA and its subsidiaries are dedicated to solving complex problems of global significance for government organizations serving the national security, civil government and global health markets. The company and its subsidiaries have expertise in such areas as air surveillance and air traffic management; contract research organization (CRO) services; cyber security; disaster response planning; enterprise resource planning; environmental strategies; IT systems; infrastructure and managed services; logistics; public health preparedness; public safety; strategic management consulting; systems engineering; and wireless integration. SRA has been chosen as one of the “100 Best Companies to Work For” by FORTUNE® magazine. More information about this event.
Lunch Bunch on April 27: Using Social Media to Harness Your Unique Sales Style to Grow Your Business and Brand!
Join the WIT Lunch Bunch on April 27 to learn some strategies on how to market yourself and your business with your unique sales style. Don’t think you have a selling style? Well our speaker disagrees. Jennifer Abernethy is a million dollar sales expert and America's first Sales Stylist™ trade to entrepreneurs, independent professionals and business teams. In this session you will learn a few key strategies on how to make use of social media's dynamic nature to personally connect with your desired audience to build relationships and ultimately your brand. Plus you will get down-to-earth advice on where to start and what is the number one component you need to bring to your marketing. More information about this event.
WBO Strategic Growth Symposium on April 30
WBO’s Strategic Growth Symposium will set you and your business up for future success. Our speakers will highlight key areas that can make a difference in the growth of your company:
• When and how to set up an Advisory Board
• What are the ins and outs of expanding into Government Contracting
• How to protect your Intellectual Property
• How to leverage gender-based communications differences to boost your confidence and achieve what you want.
This is a WBO member event. WBO members may bring guests for an additional fee. More information about this event.
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