January 2014 Events
The WSBA Network Lunch
A Networking Luncheon for Women Business Owners & Professionals
“Get Heard, Get Noticed, Get Leads”
A networking event open to any business woman who would like
to increase her business contacts/clientele. Our networking
format will be structured to provide participants with high
profile and networking. Bring 20-30 business cards/brochures,
cash for your lunch check, and be prepared to give a 60-second
commercial about yourself.
Jan. 8 - 11:30 a.m. - Shaler/Gibsonia
Jan. 9 - 1:00 p.m. - Allegheny Valley
Jan. 10 - 1:00 p.m. - Robinson/Airport
Jan. 13 - 1:00 p.m. - Beaver County
Jan. 15 - 1:00 p.m. - South Hills
Jan. 17 - 1:00 p.m. - Monroeville
Jan. 21 - 1:00 p.m. - East End
Jan. 22 - 5:30 p.m. - After Work Network (Allegheny Wine Mixer)
Jan. 23 - 1:00 p.m. - Washington
Jan. 28 - 1:00 p.m. - North Hills
Host: Women’s Small Business Association
Fee: $2 meeting fee (plus the cost of lunch)
RSVP: Required (Note: Any “Yes” RSVPs who do not show
will be charged a $20 no-show fee.)
For more info and to register online,
go to: http://clicks.aweber.com/y/ct/?l=4gu7_&m=InppN39eNeZhGz&b=Zhv5AFn30FY0ehJAwN8w4w.
If you have further questions, contact Eileen Conniff Marzullo
at 412-429-9919 or marzullope@verizon.net.
Business Exchange Networking Lunch
* Give a 1-2 minute commercial for your business.
* Bring business cards, brochures, and samples.
* Make new business contacts.
Four Dates and Locations:
Jan. 8 - Mount Lebanon, Atria’s, 110 Beverly Road, Mt. Lebanon
RSVP: email Tina Noblers at TinaNobers@CMNNutritionGroup
Jan. 15- Wexford, Atria’s, 12980 Perry Highway, Wexford
RSVP: email Michelle Zmijanac at
Michellezmijanac@bestpracticesdelivered.com
Jan. 22- Fox Chapel, Comfort Inn (Old Holiday Inn) in RIDC Park,
Ohara Twp
RSVP: 412-781-8773 or PlanBConsultant@comcast.net
Time: 11:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.
Cost: $18 (Bring cash; No-shows will be billed for the lunch)
RSVP: By Monday prior to the event
For more info, go to: http://clicks.aweber.com/y/ct/?l=4gu7_&m=InppN39eNeZhGz&b=E_rrpmLaMWwbxtMUK_d4lg.
January 9, 2014
BizMix at the Hyde Park Prime Steakhouse
Join the Pittsburgh Business Times and their partners to mix,
mingle and network with Pittsburgh professionals at BizMix, an
evening networking event presented by the Business Times. This is
also a great opportunity to meet and visit with Business Times
editors, reporters and staff in an informal setting. Bring your
business cards and get ready to make new acquaintances. Most of
this open-house style event will be informal networking.
All attendees receive five free auction tickets for chances to
win gift cards, baskets and more
Want to showcase your product or service at BizMix? There are a
limited number of display tables available for this event.
Please contact Dena Trusiak at 412-208-3814 or
dtrusiak@bizjournals.com for information and pricing.
Date: January 9, 2014
Time: 6:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
Place: Hyde Park Prime Steakhouse, 247 North Shore Drive,
Pittsburgh, PA 15212
Hosts: Pittsburgh Business Times and Pittsburgh Global Connection
Cost: $22.50-Business Times Subscribers; $25-Others
(Includes hors d’oeuvres and drinks, Advance payment required)
RSVP: Early registration encouraged (Limited Space)
For questions or additional information, contact Kelli Komondor at
412-208-3845 or kkomondor@bizjournals.com.
Register online at:
http://clicks.aweber.com/y/ct/?l=4gu7_&m=InppN39eNeZhGz&b=Ui1JUSm5RNfsN6NKeiovoA.
DON’T FORGET TO MAKE YOUR LUNCHEON RESERVATION!
Brentwood Baldwin Whitehall Chamber of Commerce
Women’s Networking Luncheon
January 10, 2013 at Noon
Gianna Via’s, Caste Village
The monthly luncheon meeting* of the Women’s Networking of the Brentwood Baldwin Whitehall Chamber of Commerce will meet on Friday, January 10, noon, at Gianna Via’s Restaurant, Caste Village. . Please plan on attending and bring a friend. We welcome members and non-members. Vendor tables will not be available this month. Everyone will pass out cards and brochures and present a one-minute “commercial.”
Guest Speaker
Lois Misko
Project Linus Coordinator/Greater Pittsburgh Area
You remember Linus, don’t you—the loveable “Peanuts” character who just adored his security blanket? Linus loved his blanket, and Project Linus’ volunteer’s love children, so much so that they produce thousands of handmade blankets every year to send to needy kids who could use some comfort. Project Linus is a non-profit organization, which provides homemade blankets to children in need.
Lunch for Chamber Members - $20 - Bring a friend!
Lunch for Non-Members - $25
Please make a reservation by contacting our secretary:
Mary Dilla at: 412-884-1233 / secretary@bbwchamber.com
Next Women’s Luncheon February 14 at South Hills Country Club
January 10, 2014
So You Want to Own a Brewery?
How Two Women Have Tapped Into the Craft Beer Industry”
Speakers:
Sandy Cindrich, Co-owner and President/CEO, Penn Brewery.
Linda Nyman, Co-owner and Director of Marketing, Penn Brewery.
(Women Business Leaders Breakfast Series)
Sandy Cindrich and Linda Nyman discuss their transition from
corporate careers to private business ownership in a traditionally
male-dominated industry. These “ladies of lager” will address:
How and why they entered the craft beer business; The move from
working for large organizations to owning their own business;
The biggest challenges they’ve faced in growing the Penn brand
in a rapidly changing category; What it’s like to be a woman
in a highly male-centric industry; The biggest surprises they’ve
encountered since acquiring the Brewery; Their vision for the
future of the Penn Brewery brand.
Date: January 10, 2014
Time: 7:30 - 9:00 a.m.
Place: James Laughlin Music Hall, Chatham University, Shadyside
Host: The Center for Women’s Entrepreneurship at Chatham University
Cost: $25 (includes continental breakfast)
Students- $12.50 with valid ID (Email pdecker@chatham.edu)
RSVP: Suggested by March 5
Saturday, January 18th
8:00am-1:00pm
Small Business Basics
This workshop is for women interested in starting their own business or expanding their current business, and is offered in partnership with SCORE® Pittsburgh.
Thursday, January 23rd
12 Week Program, Thursdays at 6:30-9:30pm
MyBusiness Startup
This is the first class of our entrepreneurial training program for women in the early stages of starting their own businesses.
Register online at:
http://clicks.aweber.com/y/ct/?l=4gu7_&m=InppN39eNeZhGz&b=k3JSL2sHcNJZRewilY_2xw
GALLERIE CHIZ
Ellen Chisdes Neuberg • owner/director
Carter Warren • assistant to the director
5831 Ellsworth Avenue • Shadyside • Pittsburgh, PA • 15232
Tues-Fri 11-5:30 • Sat 11-5 • or by appointment
412.441.6005 • galleriechiz@gmail.com
www.galleriechiz.com • www.facebook.com/galleriechiz
“Primitive Chic
Daniel Belardinelli, Charlie Green, Jeffrey Hovis,
Teresa Martuccio, Cheryl Towers”
Artists’ Opening Reception
January 10, 2013 5:30 - 8:00 pm FirstFriday ArtWalk – February 8, 2014 - 5:30-8:00
show runs thru March 1, 2014
January 13, 2014..Pittsburgh Professional Women and The National Association of Women MBAs – Pittsburgh Chapter announceLeadership Academy for Women, a new innovative leadership coaching and training program for aspiring women leaders. This twelve week program begins on Monday, January 13th and is designed to help women understand their leadership style, develop authentic leadership skills, and learn to lead others effectively. Learn more at www.pittsburghprofessionalwomen.org/leadership-academy
January 15, 2014
Business for Breakfast Networking Event
Topic: Simple Strategies to Become a Brilliant Leader
Featuring: Beth Caldwell, Executive Director,
Pittsburgh Professional Women
Smart leaders understand that they have a responsibility to their
company to create teams which are innovative, productive and
engaged. In this practical presentation, you will learn how
leaders can become more decisive, appreciate their staff, embrace
conflicts at work and create a leadership legacy.
Date: January 15, 2014
Time: 8:00 - 9:30 a.m.
Place: Hyeholde Restaurant, 1516 Coraopolis Heights Rd.,
Moon Twp, PA 15108
Host: Pittsburgh Business Times
Cost: $25 (includes continental breakfast)
RSVP: Suggested by January 10th
Register online at:
http://clicks.aweber.com/y/ct/?l=4gu7_&m=InppN39eNeZhGz&b=A5FpXcAZBizfDvrNjyfGIA
For more info, contact Kelli Komondor at 412-208-3845 or
komondor@bizjournals.com.
January 15, 2014
Be grounded no matter What happens!
Speaker:
Bonnie Artman Fox, Consultant and coach, A Conscious Choice
Take charge of your attitude! Join us as we focus on what can
be controlled in the workplace. This interactive program will
spotlight 5 practical ways to navigate challenging circumstances
with strength and dignity so you can stay calm when self-talk
takes you off track.
Date: January 15, 2014
Time: 12:00 - 1:00 p.m.
Place: Volunteers of America, 1650 Main Street, Sharpsburg, PA
Host: Volunteers of America of Pennsylvania
Cost: Free (Bring a brown bag lunch)
To register, call 412.782.5344 (x209) or email
volunteersofamerica@voapa.org
Disability Resource Breakfast
Thursday, January 16, 2014
8:30 – 9:30 AM
Speaker: Dana Rattenbury
Topic: Affordable Care Act Reform and Health Care Subsidiaries
Know the cost-sharing requirements for Americans with low and
modest incomes, how tax credits and subsidies can lower your
insurance premiums and what impacts the overall cost of health
care under the Affordable Care Act reform.
Volunteers of America of Pennsylvania
1650 Main Street
Pittsburgh, PA 15215
FREE
RSVP: 412.782.5344 x 209 or volunteersofamerica@voapa.org
January 17, 2014
Women’s Power Lunch
Come be a part of the longest running networking luncheon in the
Pittsburgh area. Bring 50 business cards or brochures to hand
out and be prepared to give a short presentation on your business
to introduce yourself to other business women and professionals.
Date: January 17, 2014
Time: 1:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Place: Del’s
Cost: $22.00 (Prepayment required)
RSVP: By January 15th
Questions: Contact Suzanne at Suzanne@womenspowerlunch.com
or 724-452-5152.
Register online at: http://clicks.aweber.com/y/ct/?l=4gu7_&m=InppN39eNeZhGz&b=CVfFUZ0LdvOdS0RAgKZUpQ
Pennsylvania Center for Women and Politics
Will host a commemorative breakfast
for MLK Day on Friday, January 17th.
Mellon Board Room
7:30-9am
Speaker: Sonya Toler, Dir. Of Communications
for Mayor Bill Peduto
January 18, 2014
Small Business Basics Workshop
The Center for Women’s Entrepreneurship at Chatham University and
SCORE® Pittsburgh partner to present a “Small Business Basics”
workshop to women interested in starting their own business or
expanding their current business. Industry experts will discuss
business planning, financing, bookkeeping, marketing, and legal
issues pertaining to small business. The workshop is informal,
and questions from the participants are solicited and encouraged
throughout to help each participant receive the knowledge they need.
Date: January 18, 2014
Time: 8:00 am - 1:00 pm
Place: Mellon Board Room, Chatham University
Cost: $30.00 (includes continental breakfast)
RSVP: Early registration encouraged (Limited Space)
Register online at:
http://clicks.aweber.com/y/ct/?l=4gu7_&m=InppN39eNeZhGz&b=d98RBYOK_9ctgP7AvSE93g
Ready to Run™ Pittsburgh
Date: January 25, 2014
Time: 8:00am – 5:45pm
Location: Chatham University – Shadyside Campus
Pittsburgh, PA
Registration Fee: $65
**Ready to Run™ Registration Fees are fully
refundable up to 48 hours before the program
Ready to Run™ Pennsylvania provides bi-partisan
political training to encourage women to run for
government leadership positions. The day-long
program targets women considering or recently
deciding to run for political office, providing training
and mentoring by campaign professionals, political women,
and officeholders.
Ready to Run™ Pennsylvania is part of the Ready to Run™
National Training Network of the Center for
American Women and Politics (CAWP) at Rutgers University (NJ).
http://www.chatham.edu/pcwp/education/readytorun/pittsburgh.cfm
January 30, 2014
Entrepreneurial Thursday Networking Event
A casual weekly networking event for those interested in what’s
innovative and positive in Pittsburgh. A jazz, soul & blues happy
hour show plus open-mike interviews with local executives.
Date: January 30, 2014
Time: 5:30 - 8 p.m.
Place: Little E’s, 949 Liberty Ave, Pittsburgh
Host: Jessica Lee
Cost: $5 (hors d’ouevres included)
For further info, email smarshall@pghgateways.org.
The Entrepreneurial Thursday networking event is held each Thursday
evening. For information on upcoming events and featured themes,
visit http://clicks.aweber.com/y/ct/?l=4gu7_&m=InppN39eNeZhGz&b=AZZw8_BEWH2F2quNZ7Vl1A.
Ready to Run™ Pittsburgh
Date: January 25, 2014
Time: 8:00am – 5:45pm
Location: Chatham University – Shadyside Campus
Pittsburgh, PA
Ready to Run™ Pittsburgh will feature speech and media
trainer Deb Sofield and “Fundraising For Success” with
renowned political speaker and educator, Nancy Bocskor.
Registration Fee: $65
**Ready to Run™ Registration Fees are fully refundable up
to 48 hours before the program
What is Ready to Run™?
Ready to Run is a bi-partisan program for women who want to run for
office, seek higher office, work on a campaign, get appointed to office,
or learn more about the political system. Ready to Run is your one-stop
training on running for office or getting involved in public life. You
will learn from prominent elected and appointed leaders, campaign
consultants, party officials, and policy experts.
January 27, 2014
The Musuneggi Financial Group and PAPEN (Pennsylvania Professional Employment Network)
Are pleased to present
Financial Survival Strategies
Get Up. Get Dressed. Get Going.
Join Mary Grace Musuneggi, President & CEO of The Musuneggi Financial Group, to learn the skills for surviving financially while unemployed and staying on track to be independent in the future. Discover how to Get Up, Get Dressed, and Get Going on the path to your life goals.
About Mary Grace: For over 30 years, Mary Grace Musuneggi has focused her efforts on helping individuals and small business owners develop comprehensive strategies to help them achieve their financial goals. As an award winning entrepreneur, she is President & CEO of The Musuneggi Financial Group. Mary Grace is a financial educator, author and motivational speaker; she lectures on financial planning and lifestyle issues.
PAPEN is a Pittsburgh-based networking organization that helps participants advance their careers. For more information log onto http://www.papen.us/
Date: Monday, January 27
Time: 7:00 – 7:15pm – Check-in
7:15 – 8:30pm – Presentation
8:30 – 9:00pm – Q & A
Cost: Free for you and a guest
Location: Westminster Presbyterian Church
Fellowship Hall, Room 176
Upper St. Clair
(On Rt. 19 just south of South Hills Village)
Directions: Entrance is in the back just past the childcare center on your right.
No cost or obligation is associated with this event.
Space is limited. Please register by January 20.
To register or for more information:
www.singlestepsstrategies.com, info@singlestepsstrategies.com
412-341-2888 ext. 309
SAVE THE DATE
February 24, 2014
The Musuneggi Financial Group, and PAPEN
(Pennsylvania Professional Employment Network)
Are pleased to present
Financial Success Strategies-
Step Out. Step In. Step Up.
Join Mary Grace Musuneggi, President & CEO of The Musuneggi Financial Group, to learn skills that can help you to be financially independent at any point in your life.
Understand how to step out of your comfort zone, step into life, and step up the abundance in your life.
About Mary Grace: For over 30 years, Mary Grace Musuneggi has focused her efforts on helping individuals and small business owners develop comprehensive strategies to help them achieve their financial goals. As an award winning entrepreneur, she is President & CEO of The Musuneggi Financial Group. Mary Grace is a financial educator, author and motivational speaker; she lectures on financial planning and lifestyle issues.
PAPEN is a Pittsburgh-based networking organization that helps participants advance their careers. For more information log onto http://www.papen.us/
Date: Monday, February 24, 2014
Time: 7:00 – 7:15pm – Check-in
7:15 – 8:30pm – Presentation
8:30 – 9:00pm – Q & A
Cost: Free for you and a guest
Location: Westminster Presbyterian Church
Fellowship Hall, Room 176
Upper St. Clair
(On Rt. 19 just south of South Hills Village)
Directions: Entrance is in the back just past the childcare center on your right.
No cost or obligation is associated with this event.
Space is limited. Please register by February 17.
To register or for more information:
www.singlestepsstrategies.com, info@singlestepsstrategies.com
412-341-2888 ext. 309
