Monthly Archives: February 2017
EXPERT EXCHANGE | Innovative Leaders Forging New Pathways
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At the heart of the Valley’s culture is disruption, regardless of gender, age or ethnicity. Join this dynamic panel to hear unique perspectives on forging new pathways, disrupting the norm, whether in business, in life or in the world. You’ll take away insights and inspiration for challenging stereotypes, taking risks and making the seemingly impossible a reality.
Moderator:
Claire Lee, managing director, Silicon Valley Bank
Speakers:
Shuly Galili, founding partner, UpWest Labs
Elizabeth Gore, Dell entrepreneur in residence, Dell
Laura Kennedy, VP Corporate Development, Techstars
Les Matthews, senior vice president, digital partnerships
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ENCORE | Trailblazers: Pushing the Envelope and Leading Change
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This session will feature innovative women who are pushing the boundaries today and having success. Sharing their personal stories, attendees will learn how to:
– Establish a climate that embraces smart risk and invites sustainable growth;
– Identify and eliminate barriers to progressive thinking; and
– Gain confidence to push the limits. Read More
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Leadership Now: The Transformative Power of Being Yourself
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What are today’s key leadership traits – inclusion, disruption, empowerment, mentorship, resilience? How do you best inspire others to follow your lead? This panel of experts, led by noted researcher, consultant and author, Charlene Li will share the unique leadership traits that helped them stand out in challenging environments and become the influential leaders they are today. Learn how authenticity, credibility, emotional resolve and confidence will help you find your voice, improve your leadership skills and positively impact others. Read More
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Broadcasting Happiness: Creating Success Through Positive Engagement
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Effective, positive communication is the single biggest driver of success at work. New research in the fields of neuroscience and positive psychology is showing the incredible ripple effect positive communication can have on employee engagement, productivity, and happiness at work. After spending years as a national CBS News anchor broadcasting to millions and receiving an advanced degree from the University of Pennsylvania in Positive Psychology, Michelle has developed simple, yet proven techniques for positive communication that drive individual and team success for quantifiable results. Read More
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Pivot: The Only Move that Matters Is Your Next One
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No matter your age, life stage, bank account balance, or career level, you can learn how to pivot strategically into your next opportunity. Career change doesn’t have to be a crisis, and plateaus don’t have to be a problem. In fact, if change is the only constant, now more than ever as it relates to our economy, it behooves us all to get better at it. Your best chance of success lies right under your feet. By doubling down on what is already working, you can cut through confusion and move more quickly in a new direction. Pivoting is a mindset and a skill set, and it is one we can all get better at. This workshop will resonate with anyone facing the question of what comes next by providing a methodical plan to move forward, one that you can cycle through as many times as necessary. Read More
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The Power of Narrative in Selling Your Idea
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Being able to “pitch” your idea, in person or in writing, has become a critical skill whether you are an entrepreneur, a manager climbing the corporate ladder or a freelance worker looking for engagement. Everyone has the ability to tell a one of a kind story to make a good impression, convince an audience or make a sale. Join former journalist and news correspondent, Marie Perruchet as she outlines her proven methodology, with key do’s and don’ts. to sway an audience. Our expert panelists will share their stories and best practices for what works across industries and mediums. Read More
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Making the Most of Networking
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Productive networking is not just about who you meet but how you use those interactions to create connections, find multi-generational mentors and create sponsorship to promote your goals. This can prove to be critical whether you are climbing the corporate ladder, building your start-up or determining your next move. A recent Wharton study shows mentors are promoted 6x more, mentees 5x more and retention rates are 20% higher versus non-mentees/mentors. The experts in this dynamic session share secrets to successful networking, to help you create lasting mentee/mentor relationships that will work for you and accelerate your career. Read More
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Breaking Free for Your Next Act: How to Face (or Create!) Change with Courage and Joy
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Whether change has been thrust upon you, or you’re feeling stuck and ready to grow, stepping into the unknown can be a little, er…scary. If the thought of a new direction (a new career, a move, tackling a personal dream or goal) makes you want to head for the hills then join fear-facing expert Patty Chang Anker, whose insights Oprah.com says are “downright inspiring”, and discover how to de-escalate fear’s power and make your next act the greatest it can be. Read More
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Achieving More by Doing Less
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Join Tiffany, one of Fast Company’s League of Extraordinary Women and Lean In launch team member, in this immersive personal development experience. She’ll share her story of failures and triumphs and help you release unrealistic expectations. Best of all, she’ll highlight her three tried-and-true lessons, along with practical tips that you can use immediately. Read More
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Reclaiming Civility for Professional and Personal Advantage
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Is there room for civility in today’s high-paced, heads-down, sound-bite, cut-to-the-chase world? The answer is a resounding yes. Civility brings financial, emotional and physical benefits. Join researcher and rudeness expert, Dr. Christine Porath as she leads a panel discussion on the costs and remedies for incivility. Read More
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