Mission
XWMBAA Mission Statement
The association aims to inspire, empower, and unite women by providing
a forum for support and professional development.
Strategy
To grow the association by developing effective relationships with current
students, alumni, Xavier administration and the corporate community.
Objectives:
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Provide leadership opportunities for XWMBAA members. |
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Support professional growth by providing career enhancement
opportunities for current and potential members. |
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Create a sense of social responsibility by involving members
in serving our local community. |
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Foster personal growth by offering opportunities for MBA students
and alumni to develop relationships with each other. |
BYLAWS: To read our updated bylaws, please click here.
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Events
Current Events
Volunteer Oppurtunities - Aiken High School
Aiken High School has provided us with some volunteer opportunities, beginning as early as February 11th, 2010. We currently have 3 openings available, so please check your calendars, and contact Catherine Soldano as soon as possible if you are interested!
Who: Aiken High School students (young women, grades 11 and 12)
When: 11:40 AM start. All dates listed below are on Thursdays. Duration: 30 minute mentoring talks on issues affecting young women, and topics that have been approved by Aiken High School. Please leave time for questions.
February 11 “Test Taking Skills” (need speaker)
February 25 “African American Women of Influence” (need speaker)
March 25 “Peer Pressure” (need speaker)
Where: Aiken High School, 5641 Belmont Ave, Cincinnati, OH 45224 (Northside)
You can help the XWMBAA give back to the community by helping at-risk youth. Our Community Relations team has lined up a partnership with Aiken High School. The objective is to lead a workshop with the goal of providing addition educational and community resources to high school students grades 9-12.
These girls are highly interactive and like the dialogue more than the lecture! Additionally, this helps to uphold the mission of Xavier University in reaching out to the community in service. If you want to swap topics, or lead along with a friend or colleague, you can certainly opt to do so!
We are very excited about this opportunity, and we hope you take advantage of it by signing up today!
For more information or to RSVP for the event, email us at membership_xwmba@xavier.edu.
Past Events
International Business Symposium
When: Wednesday, November 18th, 2009 from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM
Where: Xavier University, Cintas Center
This November the Xavier Women’s MBA Association will be focusing on women working abroad. Join us for a discussion on the opportunities and trials of taking on an international assignment. The discussion with feature a panel of five women, all of who have experienced life as an ex-patriot, from Toyota, Medpace, and Nielsen. Come find out about what they learned while abroad, how their experiences have affected their careers, and what advice they have for women interested in pursing international opportunities.
Creating a Personal Brand Through Digital Media
Attend our Personal Brand Workshop, and learn how to use social media to create your own personal brand. Featuring Krista Neher, CEO of Boot Camp Digital.
When: Saturday October 24, 2009 at 10:00 AM
Where: Xavier University, Gallagher Student Center Clock Tower
Learn about the most important brand: YOU! Let the XWMBAA take you through the steps of creating your own personal brand. Learn how to utilize aspects of digital strategy, including: social media, search, blogger outreach, community building, online PR, and more.
Coffee and light refreshments will be provided. This event is open to all members and non-members. For more information or to RSVP for the event, email us at membership_xwmba@xavier.edu.
Wine Tasting
OnSeptember 24, 2009 XWMBAA hosted a winetasting to meet other women MBAs, learn moreabout our plans for theupcoming year, and find out how to get involved in ourorganization.
How to Effectively use LinkedIn and FaceBook to Build Your Network
The XWMBAA was happy to offer our members anopportunity to participate in a webinar hosted by the National Association ofWomen MBAs on how to effectively use LinkedIn and Facebook. The webinar focused on best practices for using the two online tools for building and managing professional networks. To learn more, please click to following for: slides from the presentation and a LinkedIn reference sheet.
Balancing Career and Personal Life: A conversation with Julia Poston
As part of the XWMBAA’s Women Leaders Speaker Series, we were happy to host Julia Poston, Cincinnati Office Managing Partner for E&Y. Julia’s presentation focused on achieving flexibility in the workplace as well as the importance of inclusion to a business’ success. Julia explained that E&Y has performed research that provides a strong business case for inclusion, including diversity of thought, increased employee morale, and higher employee retention.
Panel Discussion for Prospective Women MBA Students
In November, the XWMBAA hosted a panel discussion for prospective women MBA students. The panel consisted of women students, alumni, and faculty. During the discussion, panelists described their experiences as women at Xavier and the unique challenges they faced while working towards their degree.
National Conference
The leadership team of the XWMBAA attended the annual national conference for the National Association of Women MBAs (NAWMBA). This year’s conference was held in Stamford, CT and had the theme “Discover Your Potential.” It featured student and professional tracks. The program included keynote speakers, workshops, breakout sessions, and a lot of time during breaks and lunch to meet and share ideas with fellow professionals.Speakers included Kim Brown, VP of Finance at Walmart, and Janet Gurwitch, founder of Laura Mercier Cosmetics.
Public Speaking Workshop
Jessica Selasky and Dorothy Lynn, the authors of Your Public Speaking Workout, offered participants tips on how to overcome fears and actually enjoy public speaking. Topics included: preparing a presentation, engaging the audience, establishing presence, losing your nervousness, and creating great openers. All attendees also received a copy of Your Public Speaking Workout, complements of the XWMBAA.
Panel Discussion with Successful Local Entrepreneurs
During this workshop, attendees learned how a panel of successful women entrepreneurs made the leap from corporate roles to successful business ownership. Topics included: What type of challenges did they face & how did they navigate them? How did they prepare for the transition? The panelists represented different backgrounds, industries, business types, stages of transition, etc.
Looking and Sounding Professional: The Importance of Visual and Vocal Image on the Job
Sandra Vogel, a professional presenter, teamed up with Rocco Dal Vera, MFA – CCM Faculty Member & Professional Voice Actor, to help attendees become more aware of how to project a professional image. The workshop provided concepts and practical tips for looking AND sounding good on the job.
| Jo Miller presents workshop on becoming more influencial at work. |
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| Leadership Team at National Conference. |
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| Julia Poston presents Balancing Career and Personal Life. |
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| Paige Kindell displays NAWMBA magazine with her picture on cover. |
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