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. |
Events
Current Events
Below is the tentative schedule of events for the 2009 Spring Semester:
Date: February 28, 2009
Time: 10:00-11:30 am (arrive early for brunch and networking)
Personal Finance Workshop: An hour long workshop providing tips and advice on important financial issues for women
Location: Clock Tower Lounge, Gallagher Student Center, Xavier University
To RSVP, please email: julie.krommer@gmail.com
Date: March 24, 2009
Time: 12:00 – 1:00 pm
Distinguished Speaker Series: Janet B. Reid, “Cultural Dexterity: The Critical Skill for Success in a Globalized Economy”
Location: Cintas Center, Duff Banquet Hall
Date: April 11, 2009
Time: 10:30 am – 1:30 pm (includes lunch in golf course clubhouse)
Breaking Through the Grass Ceiling: Golf Lessons
Location: Reeves Golf Course at Lunken Airport
To RSVP, please email: julie.krommer@gmail.com
Date: May, TBD
Time: TBD
Women Connect Conference: A half-day conference offering Xavier women networking and development opportunities
Location: Cintas Center
Past Events
How to Effectively use LinkedIn and FaceBook to Build Your Network
The XWMBAA was happy to offer our members an opportunity to participate in a webinar hosted by the National Association of Women 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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