Monday, May 12, 2008
Detours and OnRamps
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Over the last year, Misstropolis has heard from countless women that anything geared toward achieving (ok, attempting!) a work/life balance is atop their personal “Don’t Miss” list. We have been working hard to establish relationships with companies like MomCorps and Ladies Who Launch and sponsoring events like the In Full Force event and the Mom Corps networking breakfast in order to respond to that feedback.
We are proud to be supporting another phenomenal event for women who are currently working or women who are considering going back to work, taking place at Bentley College this Thursday, May 15.
Detours & OnRamps, is an all day event focused on the unique challenges and benefits that face such women.
“Through networking with fellow working mothers, discussions with the companies leading the way in solutions for working mothers, and panels and sessions on some of the most common issues faced by mothers who elect to work outside the home, Detours and On Ramps aims to provide a forum for women to meet, examine their options, and figure out their next steps. With career resources and expert advice offered through panel discussions, small-group sessions, and networking opportunities, the hope is that mothers will leave the Detours and On Ramps Forum feeling more in control of their choices and options - and reassured that as intelligent, educated women, their contributions still matter.” Here here.
As a Misstropolis member, you will receive a $25 discount off of the $125 registration fee (which covers the days sessions, meals, and a great “Goody Bag” of books, magazines, discounts, and more). Just enter MISSTROPOLIS on the registration page where it asks “Where did you hear about us?” and a $25 credit will be issued within a day of registration.
Detours and OnRamps is designed for anyone considering going back to work after time spent off with children (or parents), people in search of support balancing work and home and anyone interested in proactively planning for a career after kids. Sessions will cover financial considerations, options for entrepreneurship, practical ideas for “onramping” and making a career work for you (and your family)...and more.
We are especially excited about this event because it is being hosted by an important women’s group in the Boston Area, The Women’s Leadership Institute at Bentley College. The Women’s Leadership Institute is designed “to promote the advancement of women through all aspects of career transition.” The Detours and OnRamps event will, in addition to everything else, give women who attend a chance to learn more about this incredible local resource.
Here’s a breakdown of the day’s schedule, the speakers and what to look forward to.
8:30 - 9:15. Opening Keynote
Introduction by Meghan McCartan, Founder/Managing Partner and Welcome by Sheila Moeschen, Bentley Women’s Leadership Institute
Opening Keynote Speaker - Sheila Marcelo, Founder & CEO of Care.com.
9:30 - 10:15. Breakout Sessions: Choose One of Two
Jobs on Your Terms: A number of recruiters have taken on the cause of finding great jobs that work for moms... moderated by Career coach Andrea St Jean.
This panel features Jane Seibel, CEO of Employmoms, Allison O’Kelly, the founder and CEO of MomCorps, and Melissa Sharples from Aquent.
Educational Panel: The Options Out There for Career Changers and Relaunchers
Dawna Lawson of MIT, Dr. Marianne DelPo Kulow of Bentley College, Pam Jensen of The Tuck School at Dartmouth and Diane Ranaldi of Baypath College.
10:20-11:10. Breakout Sessions: Choose One of Two
New Definitions of Success
Featuring Angela Pandolfo Roy, G. Xavier Robillard of Offsprung.com and Dr. Maureen O’Brien of Destination Parenting
Entrepreneurship/Running Your Own Show
Moderated by Brenda Stanton, the Boston co-leader of “Ladies Who Launch”.
Featuring Edee Simon Israel of The Worth Collection Limited, Ellen Palmer of Spoil Me Spa, Johanna McChesney of Isis Maternity, Nataly Kogan of Work It Mom and Kathryn L. Maffei, CFP, Financial Advisor, LPL.
11:15-12:15 - Practical Solutions for Relaunching Success
A discussion with Carol Fishman Cohen, co-author of “Back on the Career Track.”
12:30-1:15. Lunch
The Worth Collection, Limited, one of the event sponsors, will share ideas on key wardrobe pieces for onramping moms.
1:15 - 2:00. Breakout Sessions: Choose One of Two
Taking a Break from Your Job? Ten Steps to Take Before You Leave
Featuring Tacy Paul Roby of Calvert Investments, Nancy L. Olt, JD, MBA and Heidi Hanson, CFP
Entrepreneurship/Running Your Own Show
Moderated by Meryl Kessler, Hybrid Mom. Panelists include Edee Simon Israel of The Worth Collection, LTD, Linda Kagan, Forms4Parents.com, Christine Koh of Boston Mamas, Roberta O’Neill of Tatutina.com and Laura Tomasetti of 360 Public Relations.
2:00 - 3:00 pm - The Employment Landscape
Moderated by Jennifer Fraone of the Boston College Work and Family Roundtable. Denise Squillante, an attorney who works with the Massachusetts Bar Association, will discuss what law firms are doing to retain top female talent, Carey Hoch, one of the top female portfolio managers in the country, will discuss opportunities in the financial industry, Rhaea Photopolous will discuss ways to achieve “balance” in the medical profession, Gwen Acton will cover Science and Technolgy, Melissa Palmer, from Pricewaterhouse Coopers, will discuss balance as a part of a consulting career.
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