Tuesday, January 13, 2015

4:30 pm

Boondox Bar & Grille

9100 Park Ave NE, Otsego

Followed by The Night Club

Complimentary Appetizers :: Cash Bar



Thursday, January 22, 2015

4:00 pm

Living Motion Chiropractic

6563 Laketowne Place, Albertville

Ribbon Cutting Ceremony and Open House

Refreshments & Tour

Platinum Sponsors











 

In October of 2014, the I-94 West Chamber of Commerce introduced the Women's Leadership Forum, a unique networking series with a focus on topics and issues that are important to women in business. The event features one or two Spotlight Sponsors each month, with a representative from the business invited to speak to the group for three minutes, sharing the history of their organization or information about their own personal career journey.  Each month highlights a different topic with a presentation from a subject matter expert.



Recent topics have included Budgets and Finances, Professional Image, and Public Speaking. During our first meeting, Sharol Tyra of Life Illumination Coaching and chair of the Women's Leadership Forum Steering Committee, shared ideas for managing personal and business finances and encouraged participants to address their ideas about money. November featured Professional Image consultant Dawn Stebbing, who gave tips on looking your best. December's topic was Public Speaking, with information on creating a memorable pitch as well as a presentation from Sherri Newman of the Rogers Toastmasters: seven tips for making better connections while networking.



Attendance at WoLF events have exceeded our initial expectations, so much that the meetings can no longer be scheduled at the Chamber office. Most meetings going forward will now be held at the Holiday Inn Mpls NW - Elk River in Otsego. Bull Run Coffee has provided morning fuel, and our Spotlight Sponsors have provided varied and interesting information.



WoLF committee members are very excited to build this community and to see new faces every month. "Regulars and newcomers are gathering for business connections and to stay on our learning edge," said Committee Chair Sharol Tyra of Life Illumination Coaching. "We invite everyone to join us and to bring a friend. Everyone is welcome, members and non-members at any point in their career."



A maximum of two Spotlight Sponsorships are available each month. The cost is $15 and provides sponsors an opportunity to speak for three minutes and provide promotional items or information. Spotlight Sponsors are featured on all marketing materials.



In addition, the Chamber offers three Women's Leadership Forum Sponsorships each year for $250. The sponsors' logos are featured prominently on all marketing materials throughout the year. Sponsorships are still available. Please contact the Chamber office if interested.



Topics and speakers for upcoming months are being secured. Topics include Time Management and Organization, Real Estate and Mortgage, and Work/Life Balance. If you are interested in speaking or joining the Steering Committee, please contact Sara at the Chamber office.