Executive Women's Network (EWN) and the National Association for Female Executives (NAFE) Announce Lineup For "Executive Women Leading the Way" National Conference Featuring an Extraordinary Lineup.MEDFORD, N.J. & NEW YORK New York, state, United States New York, Middle Atlantic state of the United States. It is bordered by Vermont, Massachusetts, Connecticut, and the Atlantic Ocean (E), New Jersey and Pennsylvania (S), Lakes Erie and Ontario and the Canadian province of -- Executive Women's Network: * Rosario Marin Rosario Marin (originally: Marín) was the 41st Treasurer of the United States from August 21, 2001 to June 30, 2003 under President George W. Bush. Education , Former Treasurer of the United States TREASURER OF THE UNITED STATES, government. Before entering on the duties of his office, the treasurer is required to give bond with sufficient sureties, approved by the secretary of the treasury and the first comptroller, in the sum of one hundred and fifty thousand dollars, payable to and Current Secretary of State and Consumer Agency Services for the State of California * Carson Kressley Carson Lee Kressley (born November 11, 1969 in Lehigh County, Pennsylvania) is the fashion expert on the American television program Queer Eye, where he is one of the show's "Fab Five" members. , Celebrity Personality/Stylist and Star of "Queer Eye Queer Eye (originally Queer Eye for the Straight Guy)[1] is an hour-long American Emmy award-winning television gay series that premiered on the Bravo cable television network on July 15, 2003, and promptly became both a surprise hit and one of the most for the Straight Guy" Executive Women's Network, (EWN EWN Enterprise Wide Network EWN New Bern, NC, USA - Simmons-Nott Airport (Airport Code) EWN Early Warning Network EWN Erasure Wireless Network (network with binary erasure channels) ), a division of Digest Trade Show Management, headquartered in Medford, NJ, a leading producer of conference and tradeshow events, today announced the exciting lineup for the Executive Women Leading the Way National Conference scheduled for January 24-26, 2007. Hosted by EWN and presented in collaboration with the National Association for Female Executives  This article or section is written like an .Please help [ rewrite this article] from a neutral point of view. Mark blatant advertising for , using . (NAFE NAFE National Association for Female Executives NAFE National Association of Forensic Economics NAFE National Academy of Forensic Engineers NAFE Non-Advanced Further Education (UK) ), the nation's largest women's business association, the event will take place at the #1 Ritz Carlton in the country, Laguna Niguel, California Laguna Niguel is a city located in southern Orange County, California. The name "Laguna Niguel" is derived from the Spanish word "Laguna" which means lagoon and the word "Nigueli" which was the name of a Juaneno Indian village once located on Aliso Creek. . The event designed for both female entrepreneurs and corporate executives is a collaboration between EWN and NAFE and celebrates NAFE's 35th anniversary. It is open to the public, but limited to the first 1,000 registrants. To view a complete schedule of events or to register, please visit www.ExecutiveWomensNetwork.org or www.nafe.com or call 888-546-6344, #251. Sponsors for the 2007 conference include American Airlines American Airlines Major U.S. airline. American was created through a merger of several smaller U.S. airlines and incorporated in 1934. It continued to buy the routes of other airlines, becoming an international carrier in the 1970s; its routes include South America, the , IBM (International Business Machines Corporation, Armonk, NY, www.ibm.com) The world's largest computer company. IBM's product lines include the S/390 mainframes (zSeries), AS/400 midrange business systems (iSeries), RS/6000 workstations and servers (pSeries), Intel-based servers (xSeries) and Mass Mutual. Rosario Marin, former Treasurer of the United States and current Secretary of State and Consumer Services Consumer Services refers to the formulation, deformulation, technical consulting and testing of most consumer products, such as food, herbs, beverages, vitamins, pharmaceuticals, cosmetics, hair products, household cleaners, [paints, plastics, metals, waxes, coatings, minerals, Agency for the State of California, a featured keynote presenter will discuss small business contracting with the state of California and the important and critical role of women in business today. Also, Special Guest, Carson Kressley, Celebrity Personality/Stylist and Star of Queer Eye For The Straight Guy -- will help attendees "Rev Up Verb 1. rev up - speed up; "let's rev up production" step up increase - make bigger or more; "The boss finally increased her salary"; "The university increased the number of students it admitted" 2. their Images" in a fun and interactive session...in true Carson style. Additional featured speakers include: * Karen Burgess, Development Specialist, Small Business Administration * Colette Carlson, M.A., Colette Carlson Communications * Veronica De La Garza, Editorial Director, LATINA Style Magazine * Maria de Lourdes Sobrino, CEO (1) (Chief Executive Officer) The highest individual in command of an organization. Typically the president of the company, the CEO reports to the Chairman of the Board. , Lulu's Dessert * Lisa Druxman, Founder and CEO, Stroller Strides * Carol Evans, Founder and CEO, Working Mother Media * Joi Gordon Joi Gordon is the chief executive officer of Dress for Success Worldwide[1], a grassroots organization that has provided business-appropriate professional clothing, mentoring and professional development services to more than 250,000 low-income women seeking employment , Chief Executive Officer, Dress For Success Worldwide * Julia Hubbel, President, The Hubbel Group, WBEC WBEC Web Based Education Commission Advocate of the Year * Dianne Legro, Flow Motion Master, Professional Coach and Speaker * Rieva Lesonsky, Editorial Director, Entrepreneur Magazine * Nell Merlino, Founder and CEO, Count Me In * Andrea Nierenberg, President, The Nierenberg Group and Author of Million Dollar Networking * Bonnie Nijst, President and CEO, Zeesman Communications * Sue Parks, CEO, WalkStyles, Inc. * Mona Lisa Placey, Editor at Large, Professional Woman's Magazine * Dr. Betty Spence, President, the National Association For Female Executives (NAFE) * Linda Tischler, Senior Writer, Fast Company Magazine * Quinn Tran, CEO, GlobAll Connect * Lisa Shevy, President and CEO, Women's Business Enterprise Council-West (affiliate of WBENC WBENC Women's Business Enterprise National Council ) * Debra Valle, President, Marketing U, Inc. (WPO WPO Women Presidents' Organization (New York, NY) WPO World Packaging Organization WPO World Powerlifting Organization WPO Werkplek Onderzoek (Netherlands) Facilitator) The California launch of EQUAL VOICE kicks off the conference January 24 with a Women for Women Forum: Where the Public and Private Sectors Intersect, where attendees meet four local women leaders -- two from the public sector and two business women -- and discuss local and national issues critical to business growth, security, health, and families. Speakers include Renee Fraser, Ph.D., President & CEO, Fraser Communications, of Santa Monica, CA, and Marilyn Johnson, Vice President, Market Development at IBM, along with two women from the public sector. EQUAL VOICE is a nonprofit 501(c)(3) educational organization committed to challenging stereotypes about women leaders with the goal of increasing the female voice in leadership. Sponsored by IBM Early Bird registration for the three-day conference is $449 per person through January 5 and $549 thereafter. The rate also includes a complimentary one-year membership to NAFE. Additionally, a special rate of $399 is available for current members in good standing through January 5 for: * The National Association for Female Executives (NAFE) * The National Association of Women Business Owners The National Association of Women's Business Owners (NAWBO) is an organization in the United States founded in 1975 that has the purpose of networking the approximately 10. (NAWBO NAWBO National Association of Woman Business Owners ) * Women's National Enterprise Business Council (WBENC) and all affiliates * Women Presidents' Organization (WPO) "We are thrilled to partner with NAFE, a world class women's business association and the largest in the country, in presenting a premier conference for women in business," said Kimberly Renee, Executive Vice President of Marketing for EWN and Digest Trade Show Management. "Through 15 cutting-edge, motivational and content-rich keynote presentations, business sessions, tailored break outs and revolutionary networking sessions, women will acquire the knowledge, tools and education they need to rise to the next level both professionally and personally," noted Renee. Five general business sessions for all attendees will be offered and address the following topics of interest to women in business: * A View From the Top: Successful Female CEOs and How They Made It! This panel will feature female chief executives who have not only achieved success, but are paving the way for other women. Their real-life advice will help other women to achieve profitability, brand recognition and customer loyalty in today's global economy. * Million Dollar Networking: Queen of Networking Shares Her Secrets Networking is so much more than attending events and handing out business cards. Andrea Nierenberg, known as the "Queen of Networking," and author of Million Dollar Networking will share lessons on building business through networking. * Your Brand: Building and Sustaining Your Most Important Asset Branding your product and yourself are critical to success in business. This panel of successful market-share leaders will offer a hands-on approach to brand creation and brand management. * This is How We Do it: Balance, Work, Relationships and Family Work/life balance is no longer an option - it's a mandate for all women with careers beyond parenting or marriage. Simultaneous multitasking multitasking Mode of computer operation in which the computer works on multiple tasks at the same time. A task is a computer program (or part of a program) that can be run as a separate entity. on the home front and in the business arena is the special challenge that women face in the workplace. Hear from a panel of successful women who have achieved all of this - yet understand the importance of maintaining balance in their lives without compromising their businesses or family. * Women Media Gurus: A Conversation With Leading Journalists How do you develop a relationship with a journalist - is it who you know, or the story you have to tell? National leading journalists will share their tips and pet peeves on what gets their attention and what story ideas are hot. This panel will teach women in business how to work with the media once you have their ear. Break out sessions tailored to corporate female executives and entrepreneurs will include: * "Certifying Your Business: Securing Fortune 500 Clients and Government Business" (Entrepreneur) moderated by the Small Business Administration and the Women's Business Enterprise Council-West. * "Giving Back Is Good For Business: Philanthropy and Social Responsibility" (Corporate) featuring panelists from Dress for Success Worldwide and leading companies recognized for their philanthropic programs. * "Make Mine a $Million Business[R]" (Entrepreneur) a program spearheaded by Count Me In for Women's Economic Independence and Founding Partner OPEN from American Express. It is the only national initiative committed to the growth needs of post-start-up, women-owned businesses with less than $1 million in annual revenues. The session will be moderated by Count Me In's Founder and CEO, Nell Merlino. (www.makemineamillion.org) * "Fast Track Your Career" (Corporate) moderated by Dr. Betty Spence joined by authors Lois Frankel (Nice Girls Don't Get the Corner Office and soon-to-be-published See Jane Lead), Carol Frohlinger (co-author of Her Place at the Table) will teach women how to move their career forward starting today, how to make all the smart moves -- and achieve career success. In order to support philanthropy and social responsibility that promotes the advancement of women, the conference will feature a silent auction and fashion accessory donations will be accepted including handbags and scarves. The auction will benefit the event's charitable partner, Dress For Success (www.dressforsuccess.org), which celebrates its 10-year anniversary in 2007. The conference includes an EXPO with over 40 exhibitor booths that allow vendors to speak one-on-one with attendees, as well as to share various product and service offerings. Also, women will have the opportunity to kick off their shoes, network and experience an "Over The Top" Chocolate Ecstasy event sponsored by Mass Mutual. In addition, every attendee will receive an awards style "SWAG (jargon) SWAG - Scientific (or Silly) Wild Ass Guess. A term used by technical teams when establishing high level sizings for large projects. Bag" featuring some of today's hottest items for women including chocolate, business and skin care products, fashion accessories and much more. American Airlines, the official airline sponsor, is offering a discounted rate for air travel; the code is A0117AO. Also a special rate of $275 per night is being offered at the Ritz Carlton with limited availability. The group reservation code, DTSDTSA, must be provided at time of reservation online www.ritzcarlton.com/resorts/laguna_niguel/reservations/default.asp or by calling 949-240-2000. Media sponsors for the event include: Black EOE EOE See: European Options Exchange Journal, Enterprising Women Magazine, LATINA Style Magazine, Hispanic Network Magazine, Professional Woman's Magazine, and Woman's Newspapers. Some of the featured SWAG Bag sponsors include Yes To Carrots (www.yes-to-carrots.com), a new skin care and beauty line featured exclusively on www.Walgreens.com; and Sweet Beauty Spa (www.sweetbeautyspa.com) and many more. |
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