Women2Women encourages women to create connections, gain knowledge, open doors, build strategic alliances, and much more. Our goal is to create more women leaders in Berks County by providing a forum

where women from diverse backgrounds can learn, share ideas and mentor one another.

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Keynote Speaker: Kathrine SwitzerFirst Woman To Officially Run The Boston MarathonDate: Tuesday, October 10, 2017Location: DoubleTree by Hilton ReadingTime: 5:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.Cost: $50/person (includes hors d’oeuvres)

Join Women2Women as we kick off our 7th year of programming. In partnership with the Pagoda Pacers Athletic Club, we welcome iconic athlete, sports and social advocate, author, and Emmy award-winning television commentator, Kathrine Switzer. She was the first woman to officially enter and run the Boston Marathon in 1967 — still a men’s-only event in those days.Sports history changed when she officially registered and finished that famous race. Switzer’s entry created a worldwide uproar when the race director attacked her mid-stride and tried to tear off her bib numbers and remove her from the event, because she was a woman.Radicalized by the incident, Switzer campaigned for sports equality for women, and created opportunities for them. Kathrine will challenge you to become

the hero in your own life. This enlightening address will empower men and women alike to re-examine their lives, especially the negatives, and make changes; to develop a sense of vision, and be a part of social history by giving back.

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Save the Date!WOMEN2WOMEN SPRING RENEWAL EXPO @ THE CROWNE PLAZA, TUESDAY, APRIL 24, 2018Keynote Speaker: Romy Newman, Cofounder — Fairygodboss A women’s career website, Fairygodboss’ mission is to improve the workplace and lives of women. By offering a platform for women to research job opportunities, company cultures, trends in the workplace, benefits and work flexibility, Fairygodboss is a robust platform with insider information on company ratings, job listings, discussion boards and career advice. Born in 2015 while their CEO was interviewing while 2 months pregnant (and hiding it), Fairygodboss helps women get an inside look at company culture and workplace best practices.

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Women2Know Speaker Series

Dr. Susan Looney Senior Vice President of Academic Affairs/Provost at Reading Area Community College

Date: Tuesday, December 5, 2017Location: Inn at Reading Time: 11:30 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. Cost: $24/person (includes lunch)Dr. Susan Looney has had a remarkable journey to her current role as Senior Vice President of Academic Affairs/Provost at Reading Area Community College (RACC). A high school dropout at the age of 16, Susan decided to devote her life to her family’s harness horse racing business, becoming one of the most successful female harness drivers in the nation. After a serious racing accident, Dr. Looney went from a GED to ultimately a doctorate in educational leadership. She is a passionate advocate for education, promoting the role of the community college as a valuable partner in community and economic development.

Yvette A. Núñez VP Civic Affairs, Philadelphia Chamber of Commerce

DE MUJER A MUJER & WOMEN2KNOW EVENT

Date: Thursday, January 11, 2018Location: Crowne Plaza ReadingTime: 5:30 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.Cost: $24/person (includes hors d’oeuvres)Ms. Núñez is the first Latina to hold a V.P./senior leadership role at The Chamber of Commerce for Greater Philadelphia. She leads the organization’s civic engagement and local government advocacy efforts at Philadelphia City Hall. As part of this work, Ms. Núñez advances the mission of the Chamber’s Roadmap for Growth Action Team, a group of dedicated business, civic and community leaders committed to working collaboratively with the Mayor and City Council to promote an agenda of growth and prosperity for all citizens of Philadelphia.

Honorable Linda Ludgate

Date: Tuesday, June 5, 2018 Location: Doubletree by Hilton ReadingTime: 11:30 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.Cost: $24/person (includes lunch)The Honorable Linda K.M. Ludgate is a senior judge on the Berks County Court of Common Pleas in Pennsylvania. Judge Ludgate was first elected to the court in 1989 and retained in 1999 and 2009. She retired at the end of 2012 upon reaching the mandatory retirement age of 70 and became a senior judge. An icon in the community, Judge Ludgate initiated programs for battered women and several criminal court programs. A recipient of numerous awards, Judge Ludgate is an inspiration for her motivation and dedication to the people she has served in her community.

Featuring notable inspiring women who want to share their life lessons and stories of hope and triumph. We invite you to register for any or all of our Women2Know events as unique

networking opportunities, while gaining insight from these dynamic women.

Every 2nd Thursday of each month we feature a guest speaker who will share an inspiring story of accomplishments and challenges. These sessions are held at the Crowne Plaza Reading in Wyomissing from 5:30 p.m.-7:00 p.m. This program is for female adults, is free and includes admission to Caliente!. Must be 21 years of age to enter Caliente!.

Wanda FloresEducator, Governor Mifflin Intermediate SchoolDate: Thursday, September 14, 2017

Debbie RomanOrganizational Development ExecutiveDate: Thursday, October 12, 2017

Lizette EppsSenior Corporate Buyer, Carpenter Technology CorporationDate: Thursday, November 9, 2017

Martha Alvarez-TaylorSenior Industrial Engineer, C&S Wholesale GrocersDate: Thursday, December 14, 2017

Yvette A. NúñezDate: Thursday, January 11, 2018

Lucy CortezVice President, Community First Fund& Alba FernandezSenior Community Lender, Community First Fund Date: Thursday, February 8, 2018

De Mujer a Mujer: Estableciendo Conexiones Series

Path2Personal Development Series

The Yin & Yang of a Generational Workplace Heidi Masano, Esq. & Leigh Ann Sobjak

Date: Wednesday, November 1, 2017While generational diversity in the workplace leads to a broader range of talent, it can often mean conflicting work styles and perspectives. Hear from a successful Baby Boomer, Heidi Masano, and a rising Millennial, Leigh Anne Sobjak, on how they navigate their professional lives.

Panel: Effecting Change – It’s Not Just about Running for OfficeDate: Wednesday, January 31, 2018Join us for a lively conversation on the topic of women running for public office. We’ll hear from women who have run and won, how they feel about the experience and why we need more women to do likewise! Check out the organization She Should Run; it provides great information, it’s a strategic model for women to increase their influence and it may just inspire you! This will be a great evening of motivating conversation you won’t want to miss!

Switching Gears: Transitioning from your Degree Field to a New CareerRobyn Jones, Publisher, Berks County Living

Date: Wednesday, March 14, 2018You graduated with a degree in one field, but lo and behold, you’ve entered a totally different profession. Have no fear, the two might be more related than you think! Berks County Living magazine Publisher Robyn Jones, an elementary education degree-holder, explains how she transitioned to her current position and how her college education helped to make it all work.

Is FOMO Ruining Your Life?Dr. Jaime Schrenk, Family Practice Physician, Penn State Health St. Joseph

Date: Wednesday, May 16, 2018Thanks to the magic of social media, we can keep track of the fabulous lives of friends and family. We can also suffer from fear of missing out (FOMO.) This syndrome is another form of social anxiety disorder and affects a large number of people. Dr. Jaime Schrenk will help you identify FOMO and provide tips to overcome it.

A personal development focus and is comprised of a series of programs throughout the year that are interactive and provide a place for women to connect, collaborate and support each other in a relaxed environment.

All sessions will be held at the Chamber’s Center for Business Excellence, 49 Commerce Drive, Wyomissing/Spring Ridge. Networking from 4:30–5:15 p.m., Presentation 5:15–6:30 p.m. Attendance to P2D sessions is cost free.

Amariles Rivera-OcasioOutreach Coordinator, Senior LIFEDate: Thursday, March 8, 2018

Emilia Comos-RamosProfessional Seamstress and DV Prevention AdvocateDate: Thursday, April 12, 2018

Adelaide ColonArea Manager, Jersey Central Central Power & LightDate: Thursday, May 10, 2018

Julissa Martinez-FanithSpecial Education Teacher & Realtor, Middlesex County Vocational & Tech Schools/Weichert RealtorsDate: Thursday, June 14, 2018

De Mujer a Mujer: Estableciendo Conexiones Series

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End of Year Celebration – location TBDDate: July 12, 2018

Growth2Go SeriesA professional series designed for women by women who want to share ways to help you

succeed in a competitive world. A meal is included with these educational sessions.

Serving Others: It’s Just Good BusinessToni Eckert, Associate Director, O’Pake Institute for Ethics, Leadership & Public Service; Director of Leadership Berks – Alvernia University

Date: Thursday, November 9, 2017Location: Inn at ReadingTime: 11:30 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.Cost: $24/person (includes lunch)Build a network, gain confidence and skills, learn about your community. Serving on a board is an excellent way to build your professional reputation, both in the community and within your company or organization! Toni Eckert, Alvernia University’s Associate Director of the O’Pake Institute for Ethics, Leadership and Public Service and Director of Leadership Berks, will facilitate a panel of professionals who will share insights and experiences about how serving and volunteering has impacted and enriched their professional and personal life.

Lifestyle LIBERTY?Adrean Turner, President & Owner, Turner Coaching, Training & Consulting LLC

Date: Tuesday, February 6, 2018 Location: Crowne Plaza ReadingTime: 11:30 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.Cost: $24/person (includes lunch)Juggling home, work and family can seem like an insurmountable task. A recent study reveals that 70% of American workers struggle with finding a work-life system that works for them. This challenge is not surprising due to technological advancements and our own desires for success. Join Coach Adrean as she shares strategies to stress less; to be our best requires purposeful actions and resilience. Learn ways to accomplish your goals and gain control. Gain insight on how to break free of distractions, to manage your time and to communicate to eliminate the barriers preventing you from experiencing greater fulfillment! The more you know the farther you’ll go.

Sharing Your VOICE, Your STORY!Anna Rose Ingarra-Milch, President, ROI Training & Consulting, LLC

Date: Tuesday, May 22, 2018Location: Stokesay CastleTime: 7:30 a.m. – 9:00 a.m.Cost: $24/person (includes breakfast)When you hear the word professional do your thoughts jump to doctors and lawyers, people in lab coats and suits carrying a briefcase? Or do you think of yourself? No matter where your job title is noted on the organizational chart, there is one common skill that everyone must share to ensure overall success. That skill is Professionalism. But what exactly is professionalism? And how can you harness the power of professionalism in everything you do? After all, it’s been said, “It’s not the job you do, it’s how you do the job.”

Three Generations, One Workplace in Pursuit of HarmonyHeather Chandler, President, Sealstrip Corporation

Date: Tuesday, March 6, 2018Location: Stokesay CastleTime: 11:30 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.Cost: $24/person (includes lunch)There are three+ generations in today’s workforce; understanding each generation can be both challenging and beneficial. Heather shares why her number one priority is creating a great place to work. Find out why Sealstrip was ranked #6 in PA’s Best Places to Work Program as Heather talks about programs necessary for an engaged workforce.

Lean IN Circles: Want to Unlock Your Potential? Join a Lean IN Circle!A Lean IN Circle is comprised of 12 to 14 women coming together to learn, grow and support each

other in an atmosphere of confidentiality and trust. Each Circle includes a skilled facilitator. Circles meet monthly, alternating between Education and Exploration meetings. As you consider young women within your organization who you have identified as the next generation of leaders, we invite you to consider investing in their future by encouraging them to take advantage of this opportunity. It is an investment in their future and the future of your organization. Circles begin in

October. For more information please visit our website at www.berkswomen2women.com.