Suze Orman, Isabel Allende, Tory Johnson to Keynote 10th Annual Conference
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As a two-time Emmy Award-winning television host, New York Times mega bestselling author, magazine and online columnist, writer/producer and one of the top motivational speakers in the world today, Suze Orman is America's most recognized expert on personal finance. |
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Literary legend Isabel Allende is one of the most respected writers the world has ever known, and her work chronicles the human condition in all its joy, beauty, pain and sorrow. |
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Career-savvy expert Tory Johnson is the founder and CEO of Women for Hire, which is the only producer of high caliber recruiting events for women. She is the workplace contributor on ABC’s "Good Morning America", where she reaches millions of viewers on a wide range of job-related issues and challenges. |
When and where:
November 12, 2009
George R. Brown Convention Center
Houston, TX
7:30 am to 5:30 pm |
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Career Expert Tory Johnson/Women for Hire Co-host Career Fair
We are thrilled to announce a partnership with career expert Tory Johnson to host the ReWork Career Fair at the Texas Conference for Women on November 12. The Career Fair will feature local and national employers and recruiters with current employment opportunities in Texas. Expert speakers will present workshops on career development and advancement as well as practical advice such as resume development and networking tips. Learn more
Take Advantage of Early Registration Discounts Until June 20!
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Register by June 20 to receive discounts on individual tickets and tables of ten. Discounts are also available for mother-daughter registrations and half price for students with a valid ID. The early registration fee of $90 ($900 per table) includes a networking breakfast, keynote speeches, breakout sessions, keynote luncheon, Career Fair and a FREE copy of speaker Cathy Greenberg’s book, What Happy Working Mothers Know. |
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Hosted by First Lady Anita Perry and Governor Rick Perry, the 10th Annual Texas Conference for Women offers an incredible opportunity for connection, education and inspiration! Please help us spread the word.
There has never been a better time to focus your goals, explore new opportunities and network and connect with women who can help you rethink, resolve and renew!
FROM OUR SPEAKERS
Avoid the Happiness Trap of Circling the Career Track
By Cathy Greenberg
 In my book, “What Happy Women Know” I talk about several happiness traps, one of which is “Circling the Career Track,” or focusing too heavily on career to the detriment of personal life. Losses of personal opportunity do not often become obvious until it is too late. Many women tinker on the edge of infertility before they question their lifestyle and how much time their career is actually taking. [read more]
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Expand Your Reach--Exhibit at the Conference!
Exhibitor applications are now available online! Introduce your company, product or organization to thousands of women by exhibiting at the 2009 Texas Conference for Women. Click here for more information and an application.
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Scholarship Applications Due June 26
The Texas Conference for Women awards six $5,000 scholarships to outstanding female college students who balance academics, service and leadership to make a difference in the community. Click here to learn more or download a scholarship application. |
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“Boost Your Business by Going Green” Small Business Contest
Entries Due by June 30
The Texas Conference for Women’s “Boost Your Business by Going Green” contest invites women-owned small businesses based in Texas to submit innovative ways they’re making a positive impact on the environment. Three winners will receive $15,000, $10,000 and $5,000 worth of energy-efficient HP technology equipment. Learn more |
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Supporting Organizations
To learn how your professional or community group can become a supporting organization of the Conference, click here. |
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Sponsor Update
Many thanks to our Conference sponsors, including BP, ClearChannel, Continental Airlines, Randalls, Cancer Treatment Centers of America, Chevron, Shell, HEB and Merck. Learn more about how you can reach thousands of Texas women leaders. |
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