BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//ChamberMaster//Event Calendar 2.0//EN METHOD:PUBLISH X-PUBLISHED-TTL:P3D REFRESH-INTERVAL:P3D CALSCALE:GREGORIAN BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20240412T140000Z DTEND:20240412T153000Z X-MICROSOFT-CDO-ALLDAYEVENT:FALSE SUMMARY:Women in Business / Mastering Connections: A Small Business Networking Workshop DESCRIPTION:Mastering Connections: A Small Business Networking Workshop\n\n \n\nJoin us for an empowering workshop where we delve into strategies and skills that can elevate your business and professional relationships to new heights. This workshop will help you refine your interpersonal skills\, improve your communication abilities to engage your audience\, and enhance your professional relationships.\n\n \n\nBridgett Allen Hedgeman is the visionary owner of Upgrade Sales Consulting. With a passion for driving revenue and profits\, Bridget specializes in designing strategic\, customized approaches focusing on Sales Consulting\, Client Engagement\, and Sales Strategy & Operations. Her organization is dedicated to helping businesses evolve by adding genuine value\, ensuring your success is not just a goal but a reality.\n\n \n\nAdding to the wealth of knowledge is Leora Dowling\, a dynamic public speaking coach. Leora is committed to helping her clients enhance their public speaking\, presentation\, and interpersonal communication skills. Unlock the potential of effective communication and take your business presentations\, client communications\, and engagements to the next level under Leora's expert guidance.\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\nDon't miss the opportunity to gain insights\, refine your skills\, and connect with fellow Women in Business members. Attending this session? Come prepared with your answers to these three questions:\n\n \n\n1. Can I briefly describe my business and its unique value proposition in 30 seconds or less?\n\n2. What engaging and open-ended questions can I use to initiate meaningful conversations with other attendees?\n\n3. What approach will I take to follow up with the individuals I connect with during the workshop? \n\n \n\n\n\n\n\nMeet our 2024 Co-Chairs.\n\nKatie Crouch / Website copywriter + Strategist\, KC Copy\n\nNichole Manning-Ashe / CEO of Decadence\, Brown Sugar Caramels\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAll of the Details!\n\nThe Sheridan of River Forest is graciously hosting us! \n\nThe Sheridan is a premiere active senior and memory care community.\n\nComplimentary parking is available when you enter on Chicago Avenue.\n\n\n\n\n\nWhat To Expect...\n\nPlease come as you are. Skirt and office blazer or WFH hoodie and leggings\, we are thrilled you are joining us. Coffee\, tea and light refreshments will be served. \n\n9-9:15 am - network\, socialize\, gather refreshments\, and find your seat. \n\n9:15-10:30 - program\n\nIf you need to arrive a few minutes late or leave a few minutes early\, please still join us! We get it\, we have things to do. \n\nBack by Popular Demand!\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\nWant more information on Women In Business?\n\nContact Lou Anne Johannesson at ljohannesson@oprfchamber.org to learn more about the OPRF Chamber Women in Business Affinity Group. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:

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Mastering Connections: \; A Small Business Networking Workshop

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Join us for an empowering workshop where we delve into strategies and skills that can elevate your business and professional relationships to new heights. \; This workshop will help you refine your interpersonal skills\, improve your communication abilities to engage your audience\, and enhance your professional relationships.

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Bridgett Allen Hedgeman is the visionary owner of Upgrade Sales Consulting. \; With a passion for driving revenue and profits\, Bridget specializes in designing strategic\, customized approaches focusing on Sales Consulting\, Client Engagement\, and Sales Strategy &\; Operations. \; Her organization is dedicated to helping businesses evolve by adding genuine value\, ensuring your success is not just a goal but a reality.

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Adding to the wealth of knowledge is Leora Dowling\, a dynamic public speaking coach. \; Leora is committed to helping her clients enhance their public speaking\, presentation\, and interpersonal communication skills. \; Unlock the potential of effective communication and take your business presentations\, client communications\, and engagements to the next level under Leora'\;s expert guidance.
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Don'\;t miss the opportunity to gain insights\, refine your skills\, and connect with fellow Women in Business members. Attending this session? \; Come prepared with your answers to these three questions:

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1. Can I briefly describe my business and its unique value proposition in 30 seconds or less?

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2. What engaging and open-ended questions can I use to initiate meaningful conversations with other attendees?

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3. \; What approach will I take to follow up with the individuals I connect with during the workshop?

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\nMeet our 2024 Co-Chairs.
\nKatie Crouch / Website copywriter + Strategist\, KC Copy
\nNichole Manning-Ashe / CEO of Decadence\, Brown Sugar Caramels
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\nAll of the Details!

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The Sheridan of River Forest \;is graciously hosting us! \;
\nThe Sheridan is a premiere active senior and memory care community.
\nComplimentary parking is available when you enter on Chicago Avenue.

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What To Expect...

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Please come as you are. Skirt and office blazer or WFH hoodie and leggings\, we are thrilled you are joining us. Coffee\, tea and light refreshments will be served. \;
\n9-9:15 am - network\, socialize\, gather refreshments\, and find your seat. \;
\n9:15-10:30 - program
\nIf you need to arrive a few minutes late or leave a few minutes early\, \;please \;still join us! We get it\, we have things to do. \;

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Back by Popular Demand!
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Want more information on Women In Business?

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Contact Lou Anne Johannesson at \;ljohannesson@oprfchamber.org \;to learn more about the OPRF Chamber Women in Business Affinity Group.
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\n LOCATION:800 N Harlem River Forest Parking in Rear Lot UID:e.1821.42118 SEQUENCE:3 DTSTAMP:20260504T091851Z URL:https://www.oprfchamber.org/events/details/women-in-business-mastering-connections-a-small-business-networking-workshop-42118 END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR