ATW - Phoenix Past Events

Event Name:	From Employee to Independent: What You Need to Know to Start Your Own Consulting Business
Date & Time:	Thursday, September 18, 2008 5:30 PM
Location:	Cisco Systems 2375 E. Camelback Rd., 4th floor Phoenix, AZ 85016 (SW corner of E Camelback Rd & 24th St.)
Description:	Are you getting tired of running on the corporate treadmill? Would you like to personally benefit from your hard work instead of making someone else successful? Are you able to offer one or more services that could help companies manage projects, accomplish objectives or improve the "bottom line?" If so, you've probably considered starting your own consulting business. As attractive as running your own business sounds, there'll be pitfalls on the way to success. So, it's important to know what they are so you can anticipate and plan for them. Please join us for, "From Employee to Independent: What You Need to Know to Start Your Own Consulting Business," a panel discussion featuring Chris Meyers, eCatalyst Consulting, George Fleming, Right Management Consultants, Dr. Bob Roth, Arizona Business Center and Rosiland Moore, Moore Systemworks/Maricopa Small Business Development Center. The panelists will discuss how they built their successful consulting businesses and what they learned along the way, covering topics such as: * Things to do before you submit your resignation, * How to establish and maintain a client base, * Networking tips that work, * How to be keep business up when the economy is down, * If I could do it over again, I would..... If you've ever watched a consultant at work and thought, "I could do that," then register now so you can learn what to expect when/if you decide to "take the plunge." Please note: Visitor parking is available south of the building in an above ground structure that's accessible from 24th Street. Please also note: Admission rates increase $5.00 on day of event.

Event Name:	Member Appreciation
Date & Time:	Wednesday, August 27, 2008 5:30 PM
Location:	Epicurean Wine 7101 E Thunderbird Rd., Ste.101A Scottsdale
Description:	August is "ATW Membership Appreciation Month" and we're celebrating by having a another wine 'n cheese tasting party because we got such great feedback last year. Epicurean Wine will provide light appetizers along with the wines we'll be tasting. Non-alcoholic beverages will also be available. Afterwards, we'll walk around the corner to Ristorante Arrivederci for a no-host dinner. Ristorante Arrivederci is a small, cozy, Italian restaurant, and offers good food at reasonable prices. This is a members-only event, and is complimentary for anyone who has registered online prior to the event. However, the registration deadline is Monday, August 25th because we need to give both restaurants a final count. Be sure your membership is current, so you don't miss out on the fun!

Event Name:	Hands Across the Pacific
Date & Time:	Tuesday, July 15, 2008 5:30 PM
Location:	Jobing.com 4747 N. 22nd Street, Suite 100
Description:	Please plan to join us for "Hands Across the Pacific" to hear Alliance of Technology and Women's own Carol LeMaster talk about her experiences in China while participating in the 2nd Annual Women's Symposium & Study Program with Chinese Urban, University and Rural Women. This Symposium and Study program has the goal of engaging American and Chinese women in a dialogue to understand, realize, and prepare for their role in a global society, and develop strategies to work collaboratively on future projects. Prices increase $5.00 for reservations on day of event.

Event Name:	It's a Web 2.0 World. Are You Ready?
Date & Time:	Thursday, June 05, 2008 5:30 PM
Location:	Business Administration (BA) 199 on the ASU Main Campus (The BA Building is on the south side of the campus north of Apache Blvd and east of Mill Ave( just east of Gammage Auditorium). Parking is available in the Apache Boulevard Parking Garage (map).
Description:	What do terms such as "wiki," "blog," "social networking", "RSS" and "podcast" mean to you? If they're unfamiliar to you, they won't be for long. They're all Web 2.0 technologies, and they're changing the way we work in ways we could only have imagined a few years ago. Web 2.0 technologies are helping individuals and businesses build more, connect more, share more, have more fun, sell more stuff, and do it all faster and more efficiently. So, it's important to know which tools and applications are right for a given project and how they can add value? Join us to learn how Web 2.0 will change the way we communicate and collaborate. Our presenter will be Dr. Julie Smith David, Director of the Center for Advancing Business through IT and an Associate Professor in the Department of Information Systems. Dr. Smith David has worked for Andersen Consulting (now Accenture) and as the MIS Director for a Chicago-area paper distributor. She shares this "real world" knowledge in the information systems classes she teaches such as Managing Information Systems, the MBA core course that focuses on the strategic importance of IT and the costs, risks and opportunities that emerging technologies provide. Her research mirrors her teaching responsibilities as she studies emerging aspects of enterprise applications, their design, and the impact they have on companies. Her work has been published in Management Science, Communications of the ACM, Journal of Information Systems, International Journal of Accounting Information Systems, and Strategic Finance. During her presentation, she'll cover the following: * Overview of the various Web 2.0 collaborative technologies, * Opportunities and challenges Web 2.0 poses for organizations, * Potential business models for Web 2.0 applications, * The value Web 2.0 offers for different types of communities. How will YOU be able to use the power of Web 2.0 to do your job more affectively? Register today and find out! See you on the 5th! PROGRAM AGENDA 5:30 - 6:00 pm Register and Get Acquainted 6:00 - 7:20 pm Dr. Julie Smith David - "It's a Web 2.0 World. Are You Ready?" 7:20 - 7:30 pm Door Prizes and Final Announcements (*Note: Add $5.00 for registration on day of event. Registration fees are non-refundable unless ATW cancels the event.)

Event Name:	"How to Outsmart Your Brain"
Date & Time:	Wednesday, May 21, 2008 5:30 PM
Location:	Microsoft Desert Mountain District 2929 N. Central Ave., Suite 1400 Phoenix, AZ 85012
Description:	Could your brain be sabotaging your career? You may already know you need to change your attitude to change your behavior. However, no matter how hard you try, you can't seem to stop negative feelings that cause tension, arguments and frustration with family members, friends and colleages. This is because you're under the spell of your "over-protective" brain. To break that spell, you need to understand how your brain works so you can consciously choose how you want to feel and act. Join us on Wednesday, May 21, 2008 to learn how to access the emotional intelligence your brain is protecting you from using from Dr. Marcia Reynolds. Dr. Reynolds is a world-renowned expert at teaching people how their brains work so they can make better choices, deal with life's challenges and strengthen their relationships. Her client list includes Nokia, British Telecom, Medtronic, GlaxoSmithKline, Amgen, American Express, Maersk, Deloitte, Ernst & Young, Advance Auto, Home National Bank, and Staples plus many agencies of the National Institute of Health. Excerpts from her book, Outsmart Your Brain, have appeared in Fortune, Investors Business Daily, Cosmopolitan, Christian Science Monitor, Family Circle, The Los Angeles Times and The New York Times, and she has appeared on ABC World News, National Public Radio, and Japan Nightly News. During her presentation you'll learn: * How your brain works and what's really driving your thoughts and behavior, * How to shift into an "optimal productive state," * How to identify the source of others' emotions so you can negotiate more effectively and resolve conflicts more easily, How to clear your mind so you can make better decisions and get the results you want. Although you may be smart, your brain could be holding you back. Don't let it! Register today and take control of your life by learning techniques to help you control your brain instead of letting it control you. (Note: Add $5.00 for registration on day of event. Registration fees are non-refundable unless ATW cancels the event.) PROGRAM AGENDA 5:30 - 6:00 pm Register and Get Acquainted 6:00 - 7:20 pm Dr. Marcia Reynolds -"How to Outsmart Your Brain" 7:20 - 7:30 pm Door Prizes and Final Announcements (Note: Add $5.00 for registration on day of event. Registration fees are non-refundable unless ATW cancels the event.)

Event Name:	"Success Strategies for Women"
Date & Time:	Tuesday, April 15, 2008 5:30 PM
Location:	Microsoft Desert Mountain District: Phoenix, AZ 2929 N. Central Ave., Suite 1400 Phoenix, AZ 85012 (Located at the corner of N. Central and E. Thomas - map. Parking is available in the parking garage or along the street)
Description:	Your company announced the big promotion today, and it wasn't you--again. You know you deserved a larger raise than you received at your last review, but you couldn't convince your manager. And why does that guy in the office next door always get more recognition than you do even though you work twice as hard? Join us on Tuesday, April 15th at Microsoft, 2929 N. Central Ave. for "Success Strategies for Women," presented by Laura Browne. Browne is President of Get Heard at Work, a company that's dedicated to helping people communicate more effectively with colleagues, managers and customers. She's also the author of Why Can't You Communicate Like Me? How Smart Women Get Results at Work, which uses practical examples, quizzes and case studies to teach readers how to tailor their communications to get better results and develop stronger relationships with everyone they work with. Things you'll learn include: * The biggest mistake most women make at work, * What could hold you back from getting promoted, and, * What successful men know that you probably don't. How you communicate and sell your ideas at work can derail your career before it gathers momentum, or position you as an up-and-coming superstar. Register today to position yourself as a superstar instead of a seat on the sidelines, and maybe the next time the big promotion is announced, it'll be you! Note: Registration fees increase to $15.00 for members and $30.00 for members on day of event.

Event Name:	Mentoring for Professionals Program Launch
Date & Time:	Friday, April 11, 2008 8:00 AM
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Description:	This event is only open to mentees who have been matched with a mentor for the 2008 mentoring program.

Event Name:	The Art of Project Management
Date & Time:	Thursday, March 27, 2008 5:30 PM
Location:	Abraxis BioScience 620 N. 51st Ave. Phoenix AZ 85043
Description:	It's 10 o'clock. Do you know the status of your project? As most project managers can attest, you need memory of an elephant, the tact of a diplomat, the financial and risk managment skills of a CFO, the precision of well-oiled machine, and the patience of a mom chauffering a carload of teenagers. Wendy MacFarland, of Scottsdale Insurance Corporation share tips to make your next project a success. She'll offer helpful hints about successful project management, demonstrate some "tools of the trade," and discuss how you can effectively organize and manage people and resources to ensure your projects are completed as specified, on time, and within budget.

Event Name:	"Is Mentoring for Me?"
Date & Time:	Wednesday, February 13, 2008 5:30 PM
Location:	Medtronic, Tempe http://www.medtronic.com/
Description:	Do you have definite goals, but need help figuring out how to achieve them? Is there a specific skill or experience you need in order to move your career to the next level? Are you in a new job or managerial role and need a "second opinion" from someone who's "been there" on how to approach new problems and situations? If you answered yes to any of these, you might benefit by having a mentor. If you've "been there" and would like to use your experience to help others succeed, you might consider becoming a mentor. Join us on Wednesday, February 13th at Medtronic (2110 W. Medtronic Way Tempe) to learn about ATW's Mentoring for Professionals program and the benefits of mentoring and/or having a mentor. You'll hear an overview of the 2008 program as well as "success stories" from past mentors and mentees. The high tech industry is one of the best places for women to work in terms of pay, opportunities, and challenges. However, women occupy only 20% of technology jobs and 11.1% of Board seats and executive positions in Fortune 500 technology companies. By sponsoring the Mentoring for Professionals program, the Phoenix ATW chapter seeks to grow the pool of experienced and successful women in areas technology organizations. Please plan to join us on the 13th to get involved in this effort, and please also feel free to invite others who you think could benefit. Agenda 5:30 - 6:00 pm Registration and networking 6:00 - 7:20 pm Presentation 7:20 - 7:30 pm Door prizes and feedback

Event Name:	"Setting and clarifying your personal or business mission, vision and goals"
Date & Time:	Tuesday, January 22, 2008 5:30 PM
Location:	Jobing.com - 2nd Floor 4747 N 22nd St Phoenix, AZ 85016
Description:	Start your new year with focus and clarity! "Setting and clarifying your personal or business mission, vision and goals" with Loretta Love Huff, president of Emerald Harvest Consulting LLC. AGENDA 5:30 pm – 6:00 pm Registration & Networking 6:00 pm – 6:15 pm Welcome, Announcements: Joanne Goldberg, ATW Phoenix Chapter President 6:15 pm – 7:20 pm "Setting and clarifying your personal or business mission, vision and goals" 7:20pm - 7:30pm - Door prizes Appetizers will be provided. Admission Fee: Members: $10.00 (pre-registered and prepaid) Guests: $15.00 (pre-registered and prepaid) Non-members: $25.00 (pre-registered and prepaid) Members (at the door): $15.00 Non-members and guests (at the door): $30.00 Students (must show ID at door): $5.00 (pre- registered and prepaid) Students (at the door): $10.00 (To receive the discounted rate you must pre-pay online when you register. Exiting before the payment page during the registration process does NOT complete the registration and we have no record of your plans to attend. Thank you.) Once you have registered, ATW cannot provide refunds for meetings unless the meeting itself is cancelled.

Event Name:	End of year Celebration
Date & Time:	Saturday, December 08, 2007 5:30 PM
Location:	5641 East Lincoln Drive, Paradise Valley, AZ 85253
Description:	Your spouse or significant other, friends and family members are welcome, and we've also invited members of the Society of Women Engineers (SWE) and their guests to join us. Meet, greet and toasting time begins at 5:30, along with some holiday music. Dinner will be served at 6:30, followed by a few “reflections on the past and the future” Dessert and coffee finale until 8:00 PM If you'd like to play a round of golf beforehand, Mountain Shadows has offered us a 2pm tee time at a special rate of only $39 for 18 holes. Leaving you plenty of time to join the festivities at 5:30pm! Please contact Mountain Shadows at 480-905-8999 for a reservation, be sure to tell them you're an ATW member to get the discounted rate. Shower and changing facilities are available in the clubhouse.

Event Name:	Growing Your Career to C-Level Executive Success
Date & Time:	Tuesday, November 13, 2007 5:30 PM
Location:	The University of Advancing Technology 2625 W. Baseline Road Tempe, AZ 85283-1056
Description:	Pam Fusco, Vice President of Fishnet Security and former Chief Information Security Officer of Merck Pharmaceutical, shares first hand insights on how to women can reach the "C" suite in organizations in any technology organization. Learn about the latest in information technology and strategies to grow and expand your technology career. Pam was mentioned in CSO Online, as a Women of Influence you can also read Voice of Experience, written when Pam was Chief Security Officer for Merck and Co.

Event Name:	The Influence Edge®: Getting Work Done Without Authority
Date & Time:	Friday, October 19, 2007 8:00 AM
Location:	ITT Technical Institute 5005 S Wendler Dr Tempe, AZ 85282 (NW corner of I-10 and Baseline Road)
Description:	The Influence Edge® Getting Work Done Without Authority is a participative workshop co-sponsored by ATW and the Project Management Institute (PNI), hosted by ITT Technical Institute, and presented by Alan Vengel, of the Vengel Consulting Group. It provides insight and practical tips for managing people over whom you have no line management control. If you work with, or matrix-manage people to meet your key deliverables, work remotely with people you have never met, but talk with daily, or are held accountable for the deliverables of others, you know that motivating and influencing others you depend upon, but have no authority over, can be a daily struggle. Alan Vengel developed this workshop in response to the requests of business professionals who know they need to work through others to achieve objectives. He will teach you his powerful influencing model so you can increase your ability to hold productive and persuasive conversations and achieve your team objectives. This is a major opportunity to learn and experiment with powerful influencing techniques, and you can earn six (6) professional development units (PDU). The workshop will last from 8:00am to 2:00pm, and breakfast and lunch will be provided.