Metro & Parking Information
Location is an 8 minute walk from Benning Road Metro station for the Blue and Silver lines. Parking is available on residential side streets.
Contact
Kim BooherEmpowered Women International
571-312-4781
kim@ewint.org
Lead with Purpose
Friday, September 19th, 2014
9:00am – 3:00pm
EY Connect Day & EWI teamed up to present a one day event to empower women to lead change in their communities and the world.
An exclusive opportunity to be inspired, learn and develop new skills to lead as a woman, a professional and an entrepreneur.
Join us to receive FREE mentoring and advising from Ernst & Young company professionals who will volunteer their time to EMPOWER women by offering their expert business knowledge and experience.
Program Agenda
9am-9:30am: Registration & Networking (coffee & donuts will be served)
9:30am-9:45am: Welcome
9:45am-10:30am: Panel Discussion and Q&A
Becoming a Leader and Changemaker: What Drives and Sustains Successful Women Leaders?
10:45am-11:45am: Breakout Session #1 (choose one of the following)
1) Become a better negotiator: tips and skills for successful negotiations in business and salary
2) Mock Interviews & Feedback Sessions
3) Business Financials: pricing, budgeting and funding to grow your business
11:45am-1:00pm: Lunch and Marketplace with EWI Entrepreneurs
1:00pm-1:45pm: Keynote Speakers
1:45pm-2:45pm: Breakout Session #2 (choose one of the following)
1) Marketing, Sales and Business Growth Strategies coaching
2) Resume & Cover Letter Review and Feedback Session
3) Business Plan Pitch Practice
2:45pm-3pm: Group Picture, Debrief & Take Aways
More Information
If you're entrepreneur, bring your business plan, financials, sample products and any marketing materials where you might need business advice or technical assistance.
If you're looking for a job, please bring your resume and cover letter sample and join us to practice the job interview. You will gain valuable feedback and will improve your chances to find employment quicker.
“Entrepreneurs make a difference. They not only have great ideas, but also the drive to make them a reality. They use their fresh thinking and hard work to create positive social change – bringing new concepts and products tomarket, and creating jobs and wealth.” - Ernst & Young
