February 2014 Events
February 5, 2014
E Magnify + Power Link
PowerUp Lunch
Can’t We All Just Get Along?
Maximizing the #Generations@Work
11:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.
Rivers Club, Pittsburgh, PA
Speaker:
Christy Uffelman, BCC, MHCS
Partner, Align Leadership, LLC
What You’ll Learn: •Understand the core values and workplace characteristics of each generation.
•Understand how to best motivate and engage across the generations.
•Share best practices with your peers on how to transform workforce conflicts into growth points.
To get the most of this session, consider bringing generationally diverse
members of your team.
Multiple team members from a single organization are asked to not sit at the same table.
Join us to share insights into how to bring out the emotional intelligence of your employees and utilize the inherent talents of Millennials/Gen-Yers, Gen-Xers and Baby-Boomers.
This is a powerful, interactive presentation for CEOs, high-potential talent, and emerging leaders who seek to break through generational friction, drive innovation and leverage the untapped knowledge of their entire workforce.
Registration: $35 (includes lunch)
Details: Learn more about this event and speaker Christy Uffelman, BCC, MHCS
www.e-magnify.com
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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.
Feb. 6 - 1:00 p.m. - Allegheny Valley
Feb. 10 - 1:00 p.m. - Beaver County
Feb. 12 - 11:30 a.m. - Shaler/Gibsonia
Feb. 14 - 1:00 p.m. - Robinson/Airport
Feb. 18 - 1:00 p.m. - East End
Feb. 19 - 1:00 p.m. - South Hills
Feb. 21 - 1:00 p.m. - Monroeville
Feb. 26 - 5:30 p.m. - After Work Network (Park Bruges, Bryant St.)
Feb. 25 - 1:00 p.m. - North Hills
Feb. 27 - 1:00 p.m. - Washington
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=In_iHewaxeZhGz&b=_cpWp96Y5_9fFxsmRVhZ_g.
If you have further questions, contact Eileen Conniff Marzullo
at 412-429-9919 or marzullope@verizon.net.
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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:
Feb. 5- Wexford, Atria’s, 12980 Perry Highway, Wexford
RSVP: email Michelle Zmijanac at
Michellezmijanac@bestpracticesdelivered.com
Feb. 12- Mount Lebanon, Atria’s, 110 Beverly Road, Mt. Lebanon
RSVP: email Tina Noblers at TinaNobers@CMNNutritionGroup
Feb. 19- 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=In_iHewaxeZhGz&b=p77EnRx3K8xK6p5JBrbF.A.
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Small Business Basics Workshop
This highly interactive workshop is geared to aspiring and
existing small business entrepreneurs. 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: February 8, 2014
Time: 8:00 am - 1:00 pm
(Registration and continental breakfast from 8:00-8:30 am)
Place: PNC YMCA, 236 Fifth Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA 15222
Host: Pittsburgh SCORE
Cost: $45.00 (includes continental breakfast)
RSVP: Early registration encouraged (Limited Space)
Further info: 412-471-9622
Register online at:
http://clicks.aweber.com/y/ct/?l=4gu7_&m=In_iHewaxeZhGz&b=O5oz86SVFjvl40m4c_6NKQ
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February 14, 2014
WOMEN’S NETWORKING LUNCHEON
Noon
South Hills Country Club
The monthly luncheon meeting* of the Women’s Networking of the Brentwood Baldwin Whitehall Chamber of Commerce will meet on Friday, February 14, noon, at South Hills Country Club. Please plan on attending and bring a friend. We welcome members and non-members. Tables are available for ladies who would like to display products or merchandise. Everyone will pass out cards and brochures and present a one-minute “commercial.”
Guest Speaker
Francine Smith
Owner, Photographer
TimeSmart Images
Now is the time to update your headshot by joining us for a fun opportunity to have beautiful professional images taken. All proofs will be available to view online in individual password protected galleries.
Women’s Networking Valentine Special — $100!
(this is a $50 savings!)
Payable to TimeSmart Images / Francine Smith
Photo Session includes:
Ø Sitting fee PLUS
Ø One Edited High Resolution + One Low Resolution of same image for print and all social networking needs
Ø Copyright Release included
Optional Service:
Ø Makeup Artist - $25 / touchup only $10
Ø Low Resolution digital photos - $50
Ø High resolution digital photo - $100
Ø Portrait Special (hard copy) prices start at (4×60 $10, (5×7) $20, (8×10) $40
What to wear for a PR Shoot
When selecting outfits follow these simple guidelines and you won’t go wrong.
Solid colors. Stay away from floral prints or busy/bold patterns.
Depending on your profession - simple small patterns would work
No spaghetti straps, tank tops or sleeveless shirts.
Long sleeve or 3/4 sleeves work best.
A jacket or cardigan if it fits your occupation.
Make sure you wear mascara and keep the lipstick light. You want your eyes to be the focal point.
Stay away from turtle necks - unless you are planning multiple looks for each season.
Make sure your clothing fits properly. Don’t forget jewelry.
Mini Shoots are (one) outfit only due to time frame.
If you would like to discuss outfit choices please contact Francine Smith at 412-965-5678.
If you are planning to have a headshot taken, please let Mary know so we can schedule accordingly.
Lunch for Chamber Members - $20 - Bring a friend!
Lunch for Non-Members - $25
Display Table $10
Please make a reservation* by contacting our secretary:
Mary Dilla at: 412-884-1233 / secretary@bbwchamber.com
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From Sweat to Sweets - How to Grow Two Boutique Businesses
Speaker: Kadee Lewis, Owner of BodyTech Health & Fitness and
Co-owner of Bella Christie & Lil’ Z’s Sweet Boutique
Kadee Lewis has made two boutique businesses thrive due to her
ability to see and respect the competition around her. She
understands and believes that to be successful, especially
with small businesses, you must know the competitor and its
product and to be able to make yours unique and different.
It’s also necessary to be willing and able to change your
business model in accordance with the market. Whether it
be gym memberships and personal training or cupcakes and
sweet treats, Kadee’s approach to business has allowed her
to continue her dreams with success.
Date: February 14, 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 February 10
Questions? Contact 412-365-1253
Register online at:
http://clicks.aweber.com/y/ct/?l=4gu7_&m=In_iHewaxeZhGz&b=ZL0jqvJRU6JiRzh7nHDaoA
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Choosing the Correct Business Structure
Speaker: Susan A. Ott, Esq., Rhoades & Owen, LLC
Join us to learn about the pros and cons of different business
structures available to entrepreneurs under Pennsylvania law.
Sole-Proprietorships, partnerships, LLCs, S corps options will
be compared in terms of costs for set up and maintenance,
protections from liability, tax matters and more.
Date: February 19, 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
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Disability Resource Breakfast
Thursday, February 20, 2014
8:30 – 9:30 AM
Speaker: The Abundant Living Resource Group
Topic: A good plan for life.
Join us as we learn how to plan the business of life and how to live it well. Discover how to choose the right people to support abundant life planning and how to create a plan that fits your life.
Volunteers of America of Pennsylvania
1650 Main Street
Pittsburgh, PA 15215
FREE
RSVP: 412.782.5344 x 209 or volunteersofamerica@voapa.org
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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: February 21, 2014
Time: 1:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Place: To be announced
Cost: $22.00 (Prepayment required)
RSVP: By February 19th
Questions: Contact Suzanne at Suzanne@womenspowerlunch.com
or 724-452-5152.
Register online at: http://clicks.aweber.com/y/ct/?l=4gu7_&m=In_iHewaxeZhGz&b=2h0py_Vj_YZjt9sYxrn2LA
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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: February 20, 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=In_iHewaxeZhGz&b=gg_pWxMQW2vv45fxH8DxJg.
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Playing Nice With Others: Beretta’s Best Business Advice
Presented by Dr. Ann Gatty & Beretta, her 3 year old service dog,
a Great Dane.
Smart business leaders understand that strong relationships are
key to a company’s success. In this clever canine-led workshop,
you’ll learn practical strategies that inspire trust and
motivation in the workplace. Beretta, a three year old Great
Dane therapy dog, teaches the lessons he’s learned while
endearing himself to thousands of individuals. This gentle
giant will share helpful tools that your team can implement
immediately to improve teamwork. As he leaves his paw prints
behind, watch your employees expand productivity as they find
more satisfaction in their work environment.
Featured presenter Dr. Ann Gatty is a business learning
specialist, who believes that everyone has the capabilities
to get where they want to go if they are enabled with the
right strategies and tools. She is the co-founder of Drs.
Gatty People Solutions, an organization that helps
businesses develop strong leaders while creating a
culture where self-improvement is an intrinsic part
of the organization’s value system.
Date: February 28, 2014
Time: 1:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m
Place: Courtyard by Marriott at Settlers Ridge, Pittsburgh, PA
Host: Pittsburgh Professional Women
Cost: $59 (includes lunch)
RSVP: Suggested by February 24
Register online at:
http://clicks.aweber.com/y/ct/?l=4gu7_&m=In_iHewaxeZhGz&b=ZV7n_w2_J3SLsDyxIqFy_A
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2014 Laughter Club Dates
Each event is unique
Cost: a non-perishable non-glass item for the local food bank.
*** Note new location below
Mt. Lebanon Library
Mondays at 7 pm
16 Castle Shannon Blvd.
Pittsburgh, PA 15228
January 27
April 28
July 28
October 27
Peters Township Library
Thursdays at 10 am
616 E McMurray Road
McMurray, PA 15317
March 20
June 19
September 18
December 18
Volunteers of America
Fridays at 8:30 pm
1650 Main Street
Pittsburgh, PA 15215
February 21
May 23
August 22
November 21
Choose to make this a wonderful day.
Any questions just call or email.
724-942-0486 or julieann@julieannsullivan.com
