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At this invitation-only event for women in investment management, we will discuss how to navigate your career by building a relevant and useful network. We will explore advancement strategies and examine the usefulness of mentors, sponsors, networks and affinity groups. Our panel of senior executives will share with us how they successfully navigated their journey to the corner office. Registration begins at 5.30pm. Panel begins at 6pm followed by networking drinks Panelist include:Nicole S.…See More

A free event to help you better your finances, career, and health.Sponsored by The Prudential Insurance Company of America, a WomenRock event offers a supporting environment where you’ll discover decision-making strategies for your financial well-being, career, and health.WomenRock! is coming to a location near you!• Retirement Red Zone, Prudential• Learn about Career Opportunities, Prudential• One Heart Truth’s talk, American Heart Association• A Brand New You......2012 tipsFor more…See More

Theme: Peace and EqualityKeynote Speaker: Ambassador Anwarul ChowdhuryHonorary Speaker: Jeni Klugman, World Bank Women's Role in Advancing the Culture of Peace. Anwarul K. Chowdhury: Ambassador at Large for Women, Peace and Development. In a long and distinguished diplomatic career, Ambassador Anwarul Chowdhury of Bangladesh has been a tireless advocate for the culture of peace, women, children, and the most vulnerable countries of the world. His initiative in March 2000 as the President of the…See More

What is the status of women worldwide in 2012? Join us as we explore the gains and gaps in different regions with international and national experts.Date: Tuesday, March 6thTime: 3:00 - 5:00 PMLocation: Federal Reserve Bank of New York - Liberty Room - 33 Liberty Street - NYC 10045In keeping with tradition, the National Council for Research on Women will convene an expert panel event, immediately preceding the Annual Awards Dinner on March 6th. Considered a signature event, the Afternoon…See More

In recognition of Catalyst's 50th anniversary, the annual Catalyst Awards Conference will be held over two days at The Waldorf=Astoria in New York. Wednesday, March 28: Conference attendees are an engaged group of executives, line managers, diversity and inclusion practitioners, and…See More

Friday, March 9th, 201210:00 am - 4:00 pmPenn Plaza Pavilion, New York CityWith over two decades as a pioneer recruitment firm in Asian American job placement, Asian Diversity, Inc., in partnership with the Northeast Consortium, will once again organize and host its yearly career fair. We invite you to join us for our 11th Annual Asian Diversity Career Expo held on March 9th, 2012. Our Consortium partner consists of the following schools which are dedicated to our formidable mission of bringing…See More

Our goal with Women in the Boardroom is to help women figure out if corporate board service is the right path for them. If the desire is there, you will learn steps you can take to get you there. The events are also about networking. You will meet other women who are like you, who want to learn and take their career to the next level. Panel:Carol Ryan, Vice President, The Family Business Consulting GroupPaula A. Sneed, Chair and Chief Executive Officer, Phelps Prescott GroupCheryl Beebe,…See More

For NAFE’s big FOUR-OH we will roll out the red carpet for executive women, the companies that support them, and—for the first time--- the men who are their champions. For this landmark occasion, we invite men to join the conversation and explore ways in which they can support women in leadership positions in their companies. For 40 years, NAFE has been dedicated to empowering women to achieve both career and personal success. Through the NAFE Top Companies for Executive Women, NAFE recognizes…See More

This pioneering event series is for women who work in professional services.This event addresses specifically what it means to be a lesbian in the workplace – female and LGBT. We explore the value of LGBT networks as a vehicle for gay women to build a strategic network, and discuss the importance of role models, sponsors and mentors within the LGBT community and beyond.Registration begins at 5.30pm. Panel begins at 6pm followed by networking drinks.Moderated by:Jill Schlesinger,…See More

This pioneering event series is for women who work in professional services.This event addresses specifically what it means to be a lesbian in the workplace – female and LGBT. We explore the value of LGBT networks as a vehicle for gay women to build a strategic network, and discuss the importance of role models, sponsors and mentors within the LGBT community and beyond.Registration begins at 5.30pm. Panel begins at 6pm followed by networking drinks.Moderated by:Jill Schlesinger,…See More

An Electrifying Evening at the NASDAQ Tower in Times Square Benefiting the FWA of New York Educational Fund Monday, December 12th, 2011 5:00 - 9:00 pm* NASDAQ 4Times Square New York City (Entrance - Broadway at 43rd St)Get ready to be dazzled by the lights of Broadway! See the lights from NASDAQ's glass tower in the heart of Times Square. Revel in the company of your fellow FWA members as we celebrate the holidays with good food and music, and get some first-hand thoughts on the market…See More

In today's article, our writer Jacey Fortin shares five easy ways to build your confidence in the workplace. One piece of advice she shares is to keep track of successes - no matter how small. Do you have a running list of your small and satisfying wins? What's your confidence advice? Read more here:…See More

In today's interview, Charlotte Crosswell, President of of Nasdaq OMX Europe, talks about making cupcakes at one in the morning while on a speakerphone conference call on her Blackberry. Do you have a motherhood multitasking story you'd like to share? What's your best multitasking tip? Or do you think we need to end the multitasking mode of work? Is that really even possible? Read more here:…See More