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Women in Business | Public Speaking
Public SpeakingMeet our Presenter: Leora Dowling
Public Speaking begins with mindset and self-talk. It includes appropriate pride and appropriate humility, audience attitudes, and how to stop assuming we know what others are thinking of us. No one is as hard on us as we are on ourselves. In this session, participants will listen to their self-talk and learn to let go of past assumptions, definitions, and vocabulary. We will develop plans for balancing acceptance and improvement, leading to more confidence, as well as peace.
"When I walked into that classroom I was so excited and confident. When I walked out I was humiliated and defeated. The memory hasn’t completely faded, but the sting has. In fact, I owe my career to that guy because that's when I vowed I would never feel that way again.
"I dropped the class (cowardly, I know), and joined the college radio station (rather brave, considering). And I started to really pay attention. I discovered that effective speakers and communicators have three things in common: they’re confident, they connect, and they use their words, voices, and bodies comfortably. With persistence, practice, and generous teachers, I mastered the fine art of public speaking. I’d be honored to share what I’ve learned with you."
Speakers are engaged from within the diverse expertise of the OPRF Chamber membership. Interested in presenting? Come to a session, consider becoming a member! Please contact membership@oprfchamber.org to learn more.
Judy Seals / Founder & Nurse Practitioner, Synergy Integrative Health & Wellness
Jocelyn Calles / Co-Owner, Impact Health Sharing
Where is it?Sunrise of River Forest (formerly The Sheridan) is graciously hosting us!
Sunrise is a premiere active senior and memory care community.
Complimentary parking is available when you enter on Chicago Avenue.
What To Expect...
Please come as you are. Coffee, tea and light refreshments will be served.
9:00-9:15 - network, socialize, gather refreshments, and find your seat.
9:15-10:30 - program
If you need to arrive a few minutes late or leave a few minutes early, please still join us! We get it, we all have things to do.
Want more information on Women In Business?
Contact Melissa Mallinson at mmallinson@oprfchamber.org
to learn more about the OPRF Chamber Women in Business Affinity Group.
Women in Business | Public SpeakingDate and Time
Friday Apr 10, 2026
9:00 AM - 10:30 AM CDTLocation
Sunrise of River Forest
800 N. Harlem, River Forest
Parking is available in the rear.
Fees/Admission
Free for members
$20 for non-membersContact Information
Melissa Mallinson
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