Program for 2023 - 2024
October 4 2023 - Speed Networking Member Meeting
LOCATION:
Holiday Inn, Peterborough, ON 5:30 pm
Networking Event
Join us for an evening of food, fun and networking with other WBN members. This will be an evening of speed networking using your cel phone, bingo playing and physical 'movement'.
Grab a drink, get an d'Oeuvre or two, and get ready for the first round of networking. After a short break of coffee, tea and desserts, the fun begins again!
There will be competitions and prizes to be won, so you won't want to miss this meeting.
5:30 Registration
6:00 President's Welcome & Message
6:15 Networking Round One
6:45 Food Break
7:00 Networking Round Two
7:30 Twoonie Talks, Program Updates, Door Prizes, Winners
November 1 2023 - "EmpowerHER Sales & Marketing: Igniting Women's Success!"
LOCATION:
Holiday Inn, Peterborough, ON 5:30 pm
Our theme for the month of November is Sales & Marketing and we welcome:
Guest Speaker Camila Duarte
Programs Director & Senior Innovation Specialist
"EmpowerHER Sales & Marketing: Igniting Women's Success!"
The "EmpowerHER Sales & Marketing: Igniting Women's Success!" workshop is a dynamic and inspiring event designed to equip women with the essential tools and strategies to excel in the fields of sales and marketing.
Through an interactive session, expert-led discussion and practical hands-on exercises, participants will gain a deep understanding of effective sales and marketing techniques, harness the power of their unique strengths, and cultivate the confidence and skills needed to thrive in competitive business environments.
This workshop not only aims to impart actionable insights but also to foster a supportive community where women can network, learn from one another's experiences, and collectively propel their careers to new heights in the dynamic world of sales and marketing.
https://www.linkedin.com/in/camila-duarte-m/
Innovation Cluster Peterborough and the Kawarthas is a non-profit organization that supports entrepreneurs to launch, grow, and scale their businesses. We help entrepreneurs reach their business goals so that our local community, job market, and economy continue to grow.
At the Innovation Cluster, we drive technology-based, innovation-focused, and entrepreneur-led economic growth and job creation by fostering and supporting new company formation and growth.
This is also the month that we focus on Holiday Sale Vendor Tables. It is the time to shop for those Christmas gifts early and support fellow member's businesses at the same time. If you wish to sell at this meeting, purchase your vendor table early so you won't be disappointed.
5:30 pm Networking
6:00 pm Welcome & Land Acknowledgement
6:15 pm DINNER
7:00 pm Announcements & Toonie Talks
7:15 pm SPEAKER
8:15pm Door Prizes & Closing Remarks
December 6 2023 - WBN Gala
LOCATION:
Holiday Inn, Peterborough, ON 5:30 pm
WBN Gala
The WBN will be supporting Safe Nights at Crossroads shelter for the YWCA Peterborough Haliburton. Hundreds of women and children in Peterborough live without the basic human right to safety every day and every night – even when they’re in their own homes. One Safe Night at YWCA Crossroads Shelter costs $64.65 (beyond what government funding provides). Last year alone, YWCA Peterborough Haliburton shelters provided 6,755 safe nights’ sleep to women and children escaping violence and abuse.
January 10 2024 - Zoom Member Meeting - Overcoming Imposter Complex
LOCATION:
Online at 7:00 pm
Online Member Meeting begins at 7:00 pm
January Theme - Overcoming Imposter Complex
Tanya Geisler
(she/her)
My newest training: Five ICONIC Shifts Leaders Use to
Overcome Imposter Complex. WATCH IT HERE.
Let's overcome it, together.
TanyaGeisler.com | Ready Enough Podcast | TEDxTalk
Be sure to join Tanya speaking authentically and passionately about:
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Navigating the Imposter Complex
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ICONIC Confidence
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Beyond Compare
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How ICONS turn the Lights on Faster
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The Power of Your People
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Step into Your Starring Role
Zoom Meeting begins at 7:00pm
February 7 2024 - Importance of Personal Development & Self Care
LOCATION:
Holiday Inn, Peterborough, ON 5:30 pm
The theme for the month of February is Personal Development and Self Care.
Join us as we focus on why this topic is so important for women in business, especially in today's world.
5:30 pm Networking
6:00 pm Welcome & Land Acknowledgement
6:15 pm DINNER
7:00 pm Announcements & Toonie Talks
7:15 pm SPEAKER
8:15pm Door Prizes & Closing Remarks
March 6 2024 - Member Trade Show - A Celebration of International Women's Day
LOCATION:
Holiday Inn, Peterborough, ON, 5:30 pm
Join us as we celebrate women everywhere with International Women's Day.
The March meeting is a Trade Show format where WBN members will be presenting workshops of various topics. Members are asked to submit a workshop proposal to the Program Directors by February 1, 2024. All proposals will be reviewed and three members will be selected to present. You will be required to sign up in advance of this meeting for your selected workshop.
This is a great time to explore the knowledge that our members have in more depth and to celebrate the amazing women in our midst. Be sure to join us this night as we celebrate women, and don't forget to wear 'purple', the official colour of IWD.
Please send workshop proposals to program@wbnptbo.ca
5:30 pm Networking
6:00 pm Welcome & Land Acknowledgement
6:15 pm DINNER
7:00 pm Announcements & Toonie Talks
7:15 pm SPEAKER
8:15pm Door Prizes & Closing Remarks
April 3 2024 - Effectively Handle Negative and Difficult People
LOCATION:
Holiday Inn, Peterborough, ON 5:30 pm
Stress and Resiliency Strategist
Certified Speaking Professional
https://www.worksmartlivesmart.com/
Beverly's Preview Video: https://youtu.be/bTQ4dFTuEG4
Stop Letting That Difficult Person Ruin Your Day: Effectively Handle Negative and Difficult People For Better Productivity and Less Stress
Are you tired of feeling frustrated and drained by demanding individuals? Discover the secret to reclaiming control over challenging encounters. Don't let difficult individuals drain your energy and ruin your day any longer!
Explore the dynamics behind these interactions, understanding the impact of stress and rising negativity.
Learn effective strategies to handle navigating negative attitudes and challenging personalities with finesse, diffuse tense situations, and maintain your composure in the face of adversity.
Gain insights into understanding their behaviours, meeting their needs, and transforming conflicts through the power of effective communication techniques, leaving you feeling empowered and in control.
Know WHAT to focus on to move these interactions forward, HOW to effectively respond, and WAYS to manage the impact of their behaviour.
Join us and unlock the keys to mastering difficult interactions and thriving amidst challenging personalities. End Frustration. Seize Control.
5:30 pm Networking
6:00 pm Welcome & Land Acknowledgement
6:15 pm DINNER
7:00 pm Announcements & Toonie Talks
7:15 pm SPEAKER
8:15pm Door Prizes & Closing Remarks
May 1 2024 - Financial Growth & Sustainability
LOCATION:
Holiday Inn, Peterborough, ON 5:30 pm
May's meeting theme is Financial Growth and Sustainability
5:30 pm Networking
6:00 pm Welcome & Land Acknowledgement
6:15 pm DINNER
7:00 pm Announcements & Toonie Talks
7:15 pm SPEAKER
8:15pm Door Prizes & Closing Remarks
June 5 2024 - June Social
LOCATION:
Holiday Inn, Peterborough, ON 530 pm
June Social
September 6 2023 - Empowering Women - Guest Speaker Maryam Monsef - The Power of WBN
LOCATION:
Holiday Inn, Peterborough, ON, 5:30 pm
The Power of the WBN
In this interactive session, Maryam Monsef will channel her Inner Oprah and reflect on ways Peterborough’s Women’s Business Network shaped her journey.
Maryam Monsef is the founder and CEO of Onward, https://www.maryammonsef.com/ where she lends her skills as a public speaker and consultant to causes and leaders she believes in. She is a new mom, former Cabinet Minister and you can see her Monday nights on CTV's Power Play with Vassy Kapelos.
Her life began as a refugee, leading her to community organizing and to Canada’s Parliament, where she drove impact for social and economic justice files in Canada and around the world.
Hear from Maryam on the role of businesses in driving social equity and how we can be champions for change. From her experience in Parliament, Maryam will connect the dots on how our efforts can create monumental shifts and the responsibilities we hold within these movements.
5:30 pm Networking
6:00 pm Welcome & Land Acknowledgement
6:15 pm DINNER
7:00 pm Announcements & Toonie Talks
7:15 pm SPEAKER
8:15pm Door Prizes & Closing Remarks