Women’s Empowerment Conference Workshops Restart, Re-Invent and Re-Charge Women’s Lives

Oct. 13, 2011 - PRLog -- Columbia, MD  - The Pinnacle Empowerment Center and makingChange will host the 2011 Women’s Empowerment Conference on October 28, 2011, 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. at the Sheraton Hotel & Conference Center, Columbia, MD.

Designed to restart, recharge, and reinvent the careers, finances, and lives of women, the Women’s Empowerment Conference attendees may choose from the following workshops led by dynamic and empowered women:

- Now What? 90 Days to a New Career and Life Direction
Co-Presenters: Lisa Dolce, Career and Small Business Coach and Maria Smith, Certified
Job and Transition/Life coach

- The Most Important Brand is your Own
Presenter: Jennifer Ransaw Smith, Personal Brand Strategist

- Superwoman Conquers Mount Everest: Effective Job Search Strategies for Women
Presenter: Beth Colley, Certified Expert Resume Writer, Career Management Professional

- Is Your Plan One of Turbulent Seas or Smooth Sailing? Planning Strategies that Make the Difference
Presenter: Lyn Dippel, Vice President and Lead Advisor,  Financial Advantage, Inc.

- Top 10 Ways to Delete Your Debt
Presenter: Clarky Davis, Debt Management Expert and Spokesperson
for CareOne Debt Relief Services

- Seven Wealthy Habits of Financially Successful Women
Presenter: Deborah Owens, Author of A Purse of Your Own

- Mastering the Art of Power Networking: How to Connect with the People and Resources to Support Your Success
Co-Presenters:  Kristen Mentz, Marketing Consultant and Women's Giving Circle of Howard County Administrator, and Diane Bailey, Workforce Development,  Career and Technical Education Programs Coordinator, Maryland Department of Education

- Making it Happen
Presenter: Berri A. Wells, M.S., Career Coach and Trainer

- Giving Back & Getting Ahead: Community Leadership & Strategic Volunteering
Presenter: Barbara Lawson, Community Volunteer and former President & CEO, The  Columbia Foundation

Inspirational Keynote Speakers who will share their stories of courage and determination include:
- Colonel Karen Gibson, Commander of the 704th Military Intelligence Brigade
- Laura Neuman, Director of Howard County Economic Development Authority

Doors will open at 7:30 a.m. for registration, continental breakfast and exhibitor preview. The program will begin at 9:00 a.m. Lunch is included in the $75 registration fee.

For more information regarding the conference and to register on-line, visit http://www.empowermentevent.org  or e-mail info@empowermentevent.org.

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About The Pinnacle Empowerment Center: The Pinnacle Empowerment Center is a nonprofit organization that provides women in transition, with a holistic approach to career and life management so they can pursue satisfying careers and attain economic security. For more information about the Pinnacle Empowerment Center, please visit http://EmpowerCtr.org.

About makingCHANGE: makingCHANGE is dedicated to preparing people to create their own financial success story through access to best-in-class educational programs and support services.  For more information about makingCHANGE: please visit http://MakingChangeCenter.org.

Together, our organizations understand the strong link between career and finances and the special challenges women face to achieve success in both areas. We are excited to present this premier conference providing women with the tools for successful financial management, career advancement and professional development.

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Two nonprofits, the Pinnacle Empowerment Center and makingChange, are excited to present the premier Women's Empowerment Conference providing women with the tools for successful financial management, career advancement and professional development.