The Boston University Chapter of the 85 Broads
· cordially invites you to ·
Spring Conference 2010
On Saturday, March 27, 2010, we will be hosting our third annual intercollegiate spring conference, themed "Rising to the Top". Our conference will be held at the Boston University School of Hospitality, and aims to empower women in all areas of their lives. This conference is open to students and professionals.
Interact directly with diverse speakers and panelists from a variety of fields including: Marketing, Advertising, Finance, Fashion, Government, Advocacy & Politics, Non-Profit, Consulting, and Entrepreneurship!
Our speakers have experience working at some of the most internationally recognized firms and institutions including: Goldman Sachs, BCG, Hill Holiday, the Bridgespan Group, Proctor & Gamble, State Street, and the National Organization for Women, as well as the founders of 9Tailors, Wanart, LearnVest, and Baking for Good!
Join us as they share their experiences as professionals in diverse and competitive industries and offer advice about what it "takes" to get to where they are today. These women are sure to inspire and support you as you embark on your journey up your career ladder.
Network and make personal connections with some of the most successful women in the Boston area. With an emphasis on Rising to the Top, we hope this year’s speakers will help you with your personal career exploration.
Come for part or all of the day!
| Location: | BU School of Hospitality Administration 928 Commonwealth Avenue Boston MA, 02215 |
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| Date: | THIS SATURDAY March 27, 2010 |
| Time: | 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM |
| Fee: | $10.00 |
| RSVP: | http://bubroadssc2010.eventbrite.com/ |
Featured Speakers:
* Opening keynote: Kathleen McQuiggan (Founder of Catalina Leadership, Boston Chapter President of 85 Broads, former VP of Goldman Sachs)
* Closing keynote: Christina Knowles (Director of the National Organization for Women)
* Erin McCusker (Boston Consulting Group)
* Mary Johnson (Clinton Foundation)
* Nancy Go (Proctor and Gamble)
* Jenny Jordan (Bridgespan Group)
* Vivian Heron (Hill Holliday)
* Lara Oakes (State Street Corporation, 85 Broads)
* Hannah Commoss (Junior League of Boston)
* Julia Conn (Schwartz LLC)
* Alisa Tenenholtz
* Sam Shih (9Tailors)
* Marlena Hubley (85 Broads)
* Amma Sefa-Dedeh (OneHen)
* Joyce Wan (Wanart)
* Emily Dubner (Baking for Good)
* Alexa von Tobel & Allison Fast (LearnVest)
* Ashley Jablow (ChangeBase.org)
Open to all attendees: Bring resumes for a resume workshop and critique!
About the Boston University Chapter of 85 Broads
During Fall 2007, the Boston University Chapter of 85 Broads became recognized as an official Boston University organization. The group has hosted and attended multiple career development conferences and networking events and speakers.
About 85 Broads
http://www.85broads.com
85 Broads is an exclusive global women’s network whose mission is to generate exceptional professional and social value for its members. Through our regional events and online, password-protected community, our members engage in a rapid, high-powered exchange of ideas and information which is what makes 85 Broads so unique.
The women in 85 Broads are investment bankers, lawyers, educators, venture capitalists, hedge fund managers, philanthropists, athletes, scientists, doctors, engineers, artists, and entrepreneurs. 85 Broads was originally founded in 1997 as an exclusive network for women who worked for Goldman Sachs at 85 Broad Street, the investment bank’s NYC headquarters. In 2000, the network was expanded to include a more diverse group of women from a variety of fields and backgrounds, including the non-profit sector. Today, over 20,000 women who are alumnae and students of the world's leading colleges, universities, graduate business schools, law schools, medical schools, and other graduate programs belong to 85 Broads. Learn more about our exclusive network and apply for membership.