INDIANAPOLIS, Ind., May 17, 2012 – Don’t miss the 2012 Midwest Invent Your Future Conference for Women on June 19 at the Crowne Plaza at historic Union Station from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m.
The conference is tailored for women who want to reach new career heights in large corporations, are growing small or medium-sized businesses, those considering a career transition, as well as men who mentor women along their career path.
Business experts and thought leaders will also inspire women across the region to accelerate their careers and businesses. The theme is “Innovation & Leadership: Breakthrough Strategies for Uncertain Times.”
Now in its 6th year, the Invent Your Future Conference originated in Silicon Valley and brings an exciting and unique opportunity for women to reach their full career potential by building leadership and entrepreneurial skills. This one-day educational program features power-packed keynote and seminar sessions on innovation, determination and change, plus outstanding networking opportunities with local leaders and authors.
Conference co-chairs include noted business owner and advocate for women, Billie Dragoo, President & CEO of RepuCare and board member for the National Association of Women Business Owners (NAWBO), and Deborah Collins Stephens, best-selling author, co-founder and managing partner, Center for Innovative Leadership.
“We’re delighted to expand this conference to Indianapolis and join local leaders in empowering high-potential women throughout the Midwest to accelerate their careers and businesses,” said Deborah Collins Stephens. “We’ve put together an exciting program that offers best practices and advice you can put to use immediately.”
Dragoo added, “I’m thrilled to bring this incredible line-up of speakers to the women in our area who are leading innovation and paving the way for growth. The conference is an outstanding opportunity to share new ideas, learn new skills and build our social networks. There’s immense value for all women who aspire to reach new heights. ”
2012 confirmed speakers include:
• Charlotte Beers, author, I’d Rather Be In Charge; first female senior vice president at J. Walter Thompson Advertising in the firm’s 106-year history; CEO at Tatham-Laird & Kudner, where she tripled billings to $325 billion; and Chairman of Ogilvy & Mather Worldwide. She served as Undersecretary of State for Public Diplomacy & Public Affairs under Colin Powell and received the Distinguished Service Medal, the State Department’s highest honor
• Betsy Myers, author, Take the Lead and advisor to Presidents Clinton and Obama; Director, Women’s Leadership Program, Bentley University
• Selena Rezvani, co-president of Women’s RoadmapTM; author of PUSHBACK: How Smart Women Ask—and Stand Up—for What They Want and The Next Generation of Women Leaders: What You Need to Lead but Won’t Learn in Business School
• Gina Amaro Rudan, author, Practical Genius: The Real Smarts You Need to Get Your Talents and Passions Working For You
• Laura Vanderkam, author, All the Money in the World: What the Happiest People in the World Know about Getting and Spending and 168 Hours – You Have More Time Than You Think
• Caroline Dowd-Higgins, Director of Career and Professional Development, Indiana University Maurer School of Law; author, This is Not the Career I Ordered
• Sam Horn, The Intrigue Expert; author, POP! and TongueFu!
• Mary LoVerde, Life Balance Expert; author, I Used to Have a Handle on Life But It Broke
Conference topics include: Women Changing the World; Practical Genius; Speaking to the Big Dogs; Life Balance Strategies; How Smart Women Ask and Stand Up for What They Want; Money and Happiness, and more. The event includes book signings and an opportunity to meet best-selling authors and discover products and resources to invigorate your career and simplify your life.
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Individual and group registration is open at www.inventyourfuture.com. Choose from flexible registration options, including a one-day pass and discounted packages for corporate groups.
