The Importance of Human Energy

Hi Love!

" Intuition is usually more right than wrong but we love to convince ourselves otherwise... why arent we taught to follow our natural inclinations." -- Angela Ahrendts

Please watch Angela Ahrendts, the Senior Vice President of Apple as she talks about the Power of Human Energy.

As simple as it sounds these idioms are true:

Your belief will guide you

You can achieve anything that you desire 

To be great, you will need to tap into your intuition. 

-- Love Rae

2015 Women of Color Achievement Awards

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Let's congratulate all of the female leaders of the Women President's Organization!

Released Today

100 BLACK MEN OF LONDON PARTNER WITH THE WOMEN PRESIDENTS’ ORGANIZATION TO HONOR OUTSTANDING WOMEN LEADING SUCCESSFUL LONDON BUSINESSES & NONPROFITS

UPS, CEO Space International and Xtreme Solutions, Inc. Sponsor Women of Color Achievement Awards

NEW YORK, NY (October 29, 2015) -- 100 Black Men of London (100BMOL), in partnership with the Women Presidents’ Organization (WPO), announce the selection of the 2015 Women of Color Achievement Award recipients. A total of 10 women will be honored at the 2015 Women of Color Achievement Awards cocktail reception. Sponsored by UPS, CEO Space International and Xtreme Solutions, Inc., the event will take place on Thursday, October 29th, from 6:30 – 8:30PM, at the Tower Hotel in London.

All award recipients were identified by the 100BMOL in conjunction with the local chapter of the WPO.  The selection criteria included successful operation of a woman-owned or led business that has reached annual revenues of at least $2 million for product-based businesses, or $1 million for service-based businesses. All companies have provided an increase in employment opportunities on a local, regional and national level and have significantly strengthened the economy.

“The motto for our Mentoring Program is ‘What they see is what they’ll be’ and a very big part of that is identifying and celebrating men and women who embody the success and achievement to which many of the young people in our community aspire,” said Kolarele Sonaike, President, 100 Black Men of London.

“We are very proud to continue our ongoing partnership with 100 Black Men to acknowledge a distinguished group of influential women business leaders. Each one is at the peak of her professional achievement, demonstrating outstanding leadership qualities and running multi-million dollar businesses that promote economic security. They also devote their time and energy to improving the quality of life in our local communities. We salute all of this year’s award winners as role models for women and girls everywhere,” said Marsha Firestone Ph.D., President and Founder of the Women Presidents’ Organization.

“Since 2007, UPS has partnered with the WPO to help women entrepreneurs realize their dreams. We salute the distinguished honorees and their significant contributions, and stand ready to support the logistical needs of women-owned businesses globally,” said Esther Ndichu, UPS Humanitarian Supply Chain Director.

Michelle McBride, Regional Manager, CEO Space International, said “CEO Space International is proud to sponsor the Women Presidents’ Organization and 100 Black Men's Women of Color Awards Receptions for 2015.  We applaud both organizations for creating and continuing these events to recognize outstanding women of color business owners, their success, and their contributions to the community. We decided to partner with WPO and the 100 Black Men in this celebration because we believe that ‘Owning One’s Success is Key to Achieving More Success.’ Congratulations to the honorees on Taking Ownership of their Success!”

"Xtreme Solutions, Inc. is proud to sponsor the Women Presidents’ Organization Women of Color Reception. I applaud WPO and the 100 Black Men who created and have continued these events over the past 6 years, to recognize outstanding women of color business owners and key leaders for their success,” said Phyllis W. Newhouse, CEO and Founder. “We are honored to recognize some of the extraordinary women in London who are doing incredible things, not only as employers doing their part within our economic vitality, but also as individuals involved in so many very important community organizations. We congratulate these outstanding award winners on their success and for setting the pace for excellence in business,” she said.

The following women will be honored:

Naheed Afzal Contracts IT	Tsega Gebreyes Satya Capital	Kavita Oberoi Oberoi Consulting
Farzana Baduel Curzon PR	Vivian Hunt McKinsey & Company	Michelle Palmer* Canary Wharf & City Recruitment
Sandra Wallace DLA Piper	Naseen Karsan YKN Ltd.	Anna Sofat Addidi Wealth
Annar Neallani – Mangalji * Treemont Care

*WPO Member

ABOUT THE 100 BLACK MEN OF LONDON

The 100BMOL is a community-based charity led by Black men delivering programmes focused on Mentoring, Education, Health & Wellness, Economic Empowerment and Leadership. Our flagship Community Mentoring Programme is an accredited programme empowering young people with critical life-skills including self-esteem, goal setting, succeeding at school, money management, conflict resolution, fitness & nutrition, social media use & abuse, youth leadership and more. For more information visit www.100bmol.org.uk. Like us on Facebook and follow us on Twitter@100bmol.

ABOUT THE WOMEN PRESIDENTS’ ORGANIZATION

The Women Presidents’ Organization (WPO) is the ultimate affiliation for successful women entrepreneurs worldwide, connecting women who lead and own multi-million dollar companies. In monthly meetings across the world, women from diverse industries invest time and energy in themselves and their businesses to drive their corporations to the next level. Local WPO chapters are coordinated by a professional facilitator and meet monthly to share business expertise and experience in a confidential setting. For more information, call 212-688-4114 or visitwww.womenpresidentsorg.com. Like us on Facebook and follow us on Twitter @womenpresidents.

-- Love Rae

We are living in the best time to " Follow Our Passion "

Hi Love!

" Choose your passion! " - Eunice Hill

Please watch Eunice Hill, the co-founder of the Passion Project as she talks about defining and pursing your passion.

Career tips/ideas to take from this motivational speech:

• Move away from the financial model of doing things and take a more hands on approach. 
• Generation Y is the most inspirational generation because we follow our passions. 
• To follow your passion is a privilege.
• Your passion should also constitute creating a greater purpose for the world.

-- Love Rae

Apple's Latest Addition -- Angela Ahrendts

Hi Love!

Angela Ahrendts might be one of the coolest women I discovered this month. Angela is the Senior Vice President of Apple and she makes 73.4 million while she runs the retail and online operations at the company's headquarters. Besides being a true motivator and genius at her job she is also recognized for being one of the most powerful women in the world.

• Previously she worked as the CEO of Burberry. She is credited with vamping up Burberry's online sales by screening runway shows to executives. 
• On the first days IPADS were available she provided these tablets to store owners and to Burberry's management team. 
• Besides running Apple and really changing the workplace for store employees who are paid between $13-18 an hour, she has managed to stay completely fashionable. 

Angela is just more than a fashion love she has spent over 30 years being a leader in technology and retail.

-- Love Rae 

Honoring Women for National Hispanic Heritage Month

Hi Love,

I wanted to share this special story with you.

Celebrating National Hispanic Heritage Month: A Nurse's Story

By Blair Beggan, Director of Communications for The Association of Air Medical Services

National Hispanic Heritage Month (September 15 to October 15) is time for Americans to celebrate the contributions made by Hispanic and Latino Americans in the United States.  But for those of us at the Association for Air Medical Services (AAMS), it is time to honor the Hispanic men and women who are making their mark every day by saving lives in the medical transport profession.  One of these women is Maria Fernandez, the Director of Nemours Children's Hospital in Orlando, Florida. As an immigrant and a single mother, Maria faced both personal and professional challenges to rise to her current position, but she wouldn't change a thing. Her heritage and her culture only aid in the work she does today, and I was lucky enough to sit down and speak with her.

1)     Could you describe what your current position at Nemours Children's Hospital entails?

Currently I work as the Director of Critical Care Transport Services. My patients' ages range from birth to 18 years of age.  And although a lot of my current position requires management and oversight, I am still able to practice my clinical skills. I started as a nurse practitioner, and to this day I still go out and do field work when needed. For me, the ability to go out and transport a pediatric patient that requires critical care is the most rewarding part of my job.  I like to be there for the families and friends of the patient, as well as the patient themselves. And my job doesn't end when the patient leaves the hospital. I follow-up with the patients once they go home and keep track of their progress.

2)     How are you involved with the Association for Air Medical Services (AAMS)?

I have been involved with AAMS since 1992!  During my first nursing job, I worked very closely with the director of my medical transport team. In 1997, I became a member of AAMS and was involved with the organization from Day One. Being able to attend conferences and training seminars helped me to expand my network and grow as a medical transport care provider.  I love the wealth of information that AAMS has given me, both for my professional development and for the growth of the organizations I work for.

3)     Can you tell us any stories about patients or situations that were especially meaningful to you? (We are sensitive to privacy information)

Several years back, I was on a medical transport for a premature baby who had not yet been home due to ongoing medical issues. The concern was that the baby was going to develop blindness because of how premature he was. The patient was very unstable, but needed to be transported to a specialist at another hospital and the decision on whether or not the baby could make the flight came down to me.  But I was confident in my team and the people around me. I knew we could safely transport this baby and give him a chance at a great quality of life. The baby was in Puerto Rico and it was a two hour transport to the states. We stayed by the baby's side the whole time, making sure he was comfortable and stable. He survived the flight, underwent eye surgery and he is now able to see. The family feels like my decision to transport their son is the reason he isn't blind today, and I still keep in touch with them to this day. This type of story is the reason I do my job - I want to give these children a chance to have the best life possible.

Early this year I had another patient experience that really moved me emotionally. A teenage child was found unconscious about two hours away from my hospital. The medical crew on site was not sure what had caused the child to pass out. I arrived on the scene and immediately began to communicate with my team back in Orlando. We used FaceTime to communicate and share thoughts about the condition. We came to the conclusion that the patient may be having an allergic reaction to medicine. We changed the medicine and, amazingly, the child did a complete 180 and survived. It was wonderful to be able to use my knowledge in a situation like this and help save a life. I tell people all the time that I picked the best profession!

4)     Being that it is Hispanic Heritage Month, can you tell us a little about your background and how your heritage has helped you become the woman you are today?

I was born in Cuba, but I left for Mexico at a very young age. Shortly thereafter, when I was two years old, we immigrated to the United States. My mom was a single parent in New York raising two children, and we grew up speaking mostly Spanish in our home. She was definitely an inspiration motivating us to pursue higher education and take advantage of life in the U.S. Being a single mother myself, I appreciate her even more today and understand how hard she worked to give me a wonderful life.

I moved to Miami in 1978 because I wanted to go to University of Miami to get nursing degree. I graduated from nursing school in 1983 and went on to get my masters in nursing at Florida International University (FIU). I then received my Masters in Business Administration and Health Services Administration in 2006. And this December, I will be completing my doctorate in nursing!

I think growing up in a Spanish-speaking household gave me a huge advantage in the nursing world, especially in Miami and Orlando. I am at an advantage for working with patients that a have a Hispanic background because I can speak to them in their native language and put them at ease. During times of crisis, people prefer to speak and communicate in their native tongue and it is wonderful to be able to offer than to them.  I love being a mentor for other Hispanic women looking to pursue a career in nursing - I tell them it is something they won't ever regret!

If you know an amazing women that you want to honor for National Hispanic Heritage Month please submit info to raventait@gmail.com

-- Love Rae

Smooth Synergy Spa in New York

Hi Love!

Everyone needs a spa day (I usually have mine twice a month).

Did you know?

The spa has been and always will be a safe space for women; a salon where they can forget the difficulties of the outside world and feel good. But like the role of women in the workplace, the notion of the spa is evolving into something quite unique.

Businesses like Nicole Contos’ Smooth Synergy Spa in New York have become a haven for communication and community among female entrepreneurs, managers, and business owners. Despite popular belief, these spaces no longer simply fix external flaws, but rather empower women. Feeling and looking good on the outside works wonders on the inside!

 

Once a place where women gather to improve themselves - both emotionally and physically – the spa has become the meeting ground for female entrepreneurs and business owners, where executive ideas are exchanged and support is garnered.

This day spa offers:
Hair Removal for Face and Body
Eyelash Extensions
Facial Treatments
Body Treatments and much more

Please be sure to visit Smooth Synergy for more information.


-- Love Rae

Resolving conflict in the workplace

Hi Love!

Let's talk about workplace tension and conflict. Being quick to resolve issues in the workplace can be complex especially if the employee feels that there voice is ignored and their needs are unmet. To help you address these issues -- meet Cornelia Gamlem, SPHR and Barbara Mitchell. These ladies are the creators of "THE ESSENTIAL WORKPLACE CONFLICT HANDBOOK: A Quick and Handy Resource for Any Manager, Team Leader, HR Professional, or Anyone Who Wants to Resolve Disputes and Increase Productivity" (Career Press, 2015). This amazing handbook is an ideal resource for anyone ready to confront conflict at work rather than run from it. Managed correctly, conflict can be a positive source for innovation and creativity.

Cornelia Gamlem

This book will guide you through these common myths about workplace conflict:


Problem: Conflict is always negative and should be avoided at work.

Solution: Quite the contrary. When problems are hidden or masked, they aren’t solved. They fester and grow into bigger problems. Conflict has to be acknowledged and addressed. A big misconception about conflict is that it’s a negative force. Workplace conflict is often creativity and innovation trying to happen and savvy organizations look for ways to embrace and optimize conflict.

Problem: Difficult people are almost always the cause of conflict.

Solution: Failing to set realistic expectations is a big contributor. If people don’t understand what the organization, their manager, or their teammates expect, confusion and conflict can result. Set expectations early, beginning with the job interview and again during the first days of employment.  Let people know the job entails – its functions and tasks – and what success in the role looks like.

Problem: The problem at the root of a conflict is usually obvious.

Solution: Getting to the source involves dialogue, conversations and some detective work. There are a number of skills and techniques that you have to employ: attending skills which put everyone on an even level; encouraging skills enabled others to elaborate; clarifying skills to reduce ambiguity and establish clarity; and reflecting skills that allow the opportunity to restate in your own words what you’ve hear the other person say. Get good information by varying the types of questions you ask, such as open-ended questions, close-ended questions, fact-based questions or opinion-based questions.

Problem: In conflict, there are always winners and losers.

Solution: Focusing on interests, rather than positions is much more effective. In any conflict, think about what your interest is and then separate your position from your interest. Be able to articulate your interest(s) to yourself and to others and be able to explain why it’s important to you. When you discuss them with the others, be specific and give good information. Making your interests come alive will increase the likelihood that the other side will agree that your interests are important. It will help to move the discussion away from positions.

Of course I am not going to give away all of their secrets so the only way you will learn more is if you pick up a copy of their handbook.

--Love Rae

#OnMyRaedar Female Leaders of the Week

Hi Love!

This is the beginning of our new Saturday weekly segment called #OnMyRaedar -- this list will showcase women that are making power plays at their jobs, in their community or among their family and friends. So lets begin:

Michelle Obama 
Most recently she spoke at the "Let Girls Learn" Global Conversation at the Apollo Theater about getting a proper education. Like most intellectuals she believes that educating yourself if a great way to elevate your circumstances.

Special fact: women are more likely to attend college. So remember ladies lets stay clear of distractions.

Pamela Liebman
After stealing my heart with all of the luxurious real estate she sells, I began to realize how vital her role is to breaking the glass ceiling. Liebman is the President and CEO of The Corcoran Group. She is credited with overseeing Manhattan real estate like Zaha Hadid’s 520 W. 28th St (see above). She joined her agency in her 20s and became the top agent at her company in one year.

Black Girls Talking (Alesia, Fatima, Aurelia and Ramou)
These amazing women are raising awareness about issues in politics, race, religion etc. This podcast is open and honest -- directly from the view of these intelligent women paving the way for young women all over the world. Everyone needs to check them out!


As a way to get other notable women involved please feel free to email me at raventait@gmail.com. Let's work together!

-- Love Rae

How to Make A Profit Even If A Catastrophe Hits!

Hi Love!

How could we forget Hurricane Sandy? Besides being one of the scariest hurricanes to hit the east coast, Sandy destroyed hundreds of homes and businesses. While most people are still re-cooping, Deb Di Gregorio, a Maplewood resident and working mother of two decided to write "Triumph Over Toothpicks, The Essential Guide to Business in the Digital Age ". After speaking to groups of small businesses impacted by Sandy, Gregorio decided to shed light on her experience and how she was overcome the challenges she faced being a working mother during one of the biggest catastrophes in America.

Available via Amazon

To resurrect their business, business owners were expected to quickly learn new advances within technology, mobile and how to use other platforms. Those experiences led Gregorio to combine the perspectives of each business owner she came across to create a robust Kickstarter and finally her book.

Quick to consume, fun to read with straight-up advice and completely irreverent images: Blessed Virgin Mary at the Annunciation taking a selfie, anyone? That’s just one of the many off-kilter, deliberately low-tech collage illustrations that accompany the book’s uniquely clear-eyed point-of-view.

When done, readers will never see our digital world the same way again — business owners will be empowered and in charge of their digital destiny. Please pick up a copy of Gregorio's book to educate yourself and to learn the tips and tricks these business owners used to keep their companies afloat in an ever changing economy.

Please be sure to pick up your copy here:  http://www.amazon.com/Triumph-Over-Toothpicks-Essential-Business/dp/0996192808


-- Love Rae

Undeniable Fun and Relaxation

Hi Love!

I am ready for a vacation. As a woman on the move, I seem to find inspiration in taking time off to relax and simply enjoy the fruits of your labor. So to find out where to take your next vacation why not check out  a YouTube vlog for a little inspiration.

3 Top Picks:

Honolulu - the capital of Hawaii which allows visitors to get a great view of the volcanic outcrop called Diamond Head.

Greece - Travel to Santorini and overlook the clear Aegean and beaches made up of mixed lava pebbles.

 

Bora Bora - the turquoise lagoon 

Just remember no woman is ever truly happy without a great vacation.

-- Love Rae

Mini Drug Tests? Elizabeth Holmes Is Saving Lives

Hi Love!

Elizabeth Holmes is the youngest self-made female billionaire of our time. With an aim to provide blood tests at drugstores around the world for an extremely reduced cost, she has successfully transformed the healthcare industry with her innovative ideas. She is compared to Bill Gates and Steve Jobs, she doesn't own a television and she dropped out of Stanford University at 19 years old. She is worth 4.6 billion.

Theranos is her unique biotech company that she began in 2003. Her strategy is to completely focus on her business by spending most of her time at her own company. She created Theranos for the people not to become wealthy however her idea was so advanced every health care official wanted to invest into her way of thinking. Every test that she created is a simple prick to the finger which can be used to check for issues such as cancer and cholesterol etc. Theranos is valued at 10 billion dollars and probably much more by 2016. 

She believes that " healthcare is the leading cause of bankruptcy" no one should have to ever have to suffer financially to better their health. Her idea is simple: Make healthcare affordable for everyone.

To learn more about Elizabeth please check out the video below:

In agreement with her ideas and her dynamic company lets support her mission. 

--Love Rae 

Paid Maternity Leave -- Nationwide

Hi Love!

Susan Wojcicki is the CEO of YouTube, a 40 billion dollar video sharing website that is a subset of Google. Wojciciki is 47, she has 5 children and still is able to manage motherhood and a top position at work. When she graduated from college the internet didn't even exist yet however over the course of her life she took in two of her friends who soon created Google in her garage in 1998. By 1999, she was Google's first marketing manager and is now credited with having an active role in the creation of Google Images, Google Books and the acquisition of YouTube.

YouTube has 1 billion users worldwide and Wojciciki oversees the entire corporation. With YouTube producing numerous videos daily, Wojciciki almost never saw maternity leave especially when she was pregnant with her fifth child. Now she is on a mission to get the government to create a law that provides paid maternity leave and family benefits nationwide.Currently, only 5% of U.S employers offer maternity leave which is absolutely absurd. Accordingly, as a way to support her mission, I wanted to share this amazing story with you.

Check out her profile below:

If she was able to run a company with five children without any excuses we shouldn't have any either. Let's get to work!

-- Love Rae

Female Powerhouse Leading the Marine Industry

Hi Love,

Jaclyn Baumgarten is the future of the recreational marine industry.

In 2012, Jaclyn founded Cruzin, one of the first to enter the peer-to-peer boating marketplace. This summer she orchestrated a strategic merger in the male dominated marine industry with Boatsetter ­ her strong competitor ­ and is now at the helm as the new CEO of the merged company.

Peer to peer boat sharing is a highly competitive space with every player claiming to be the ³Airbnb of boats². But in this emerging market with new incumbents rushing to gain market share, Jaclyn asked herself, ³What is the most strategic way for me to accelerate the speed of innovation in the marine industry, and claim the leadership role?² Hence the idea to merge Cruzin and Boatsetter was realized. For the past three years, she has dedicated all of her energies into transforming and growing the boating industry.

In addition to merging Cruzin with Boatsetter, Jaclyn has also:

·     Worked as  the youngest and one of the few female developers in the male-dominated commercial development industry. She worked for Westfield, the world¹s leading retail commercial real estate developer, and ran one of the largest retail development projects in the city of Los Angeles.

·      She has a Stanford MBA and has held key leadership positions in Fortune 500 companies for 13 years prior to founding Cruzin.

Jaclyn is emerging as a key thought-leader in the boating industry and in the Silicon Valley start-up scene:

·      In 2014, Jaclyn pioneered the first peer-to-peer boating insurance coverage

in the business, working hand and hand with Concept Insurance for eight months to craft the policy that launched the peer-to-peer market in the marine industry.

·      She is also a key panelist at boating industry conferences speaking about how collaborative consumption is a win-win for the marine industry.

·      She was recognized by Boating Industry Magazine¹s 2014 ³Movers and Shakers² issue

·      Was one of the founding participants of Women's Startup Lab (WSL) in Silicon Valley and is now a mentor and frequent speaker at WSL.

As a major force in the boating marketplace and tech industry, Jaclyn wants to share her expertise with other women. Thankfully she shared this story with us. Take Note.

-- Love Rae

October is National Women's Small Business Month!

Hi Love,

Today we are celebrating all of the phenomenal female entrepreneurs in our areas. Please email me if you would like to be included in this lineup.



First on this empowering lineup:

Jakki Liberman, as a single mom of four kids she wanted items for her children that promoted a healthier lifestyle while still being fun. She founded Bumkins Finer Baby Products to do so, and has since partnered with Disney, DC Comics, and Dr. Seuss for designer prints.

Following in her father’s footsteps, Debbie Melnick started her own wildly successful stationery line Debbie Lynn, Inc. But on top of balancing her professional success with the challenges of motherhood, she’s done it all while also battling Multiple Sclerosis and being confined to a wheelchair.

Staci Ericson has learned to take challenges and turn them into creative outlets. That’s how she came up with Golly Gee-pers, a company that promotes and teaches children social skills and manners.

An aunt and niece from New England, both named Sally, had long talked about starting a line of jewelry that had an inspiring message. Then, niece Sally Jane Waite, was diagnosed with Stage 4 colon cancer while 7-months pregnant. It was then, their message- “Bee Courageous, Bee Bold, Bee a Survivor, Just Bee” to coincide with the bee designs, was born. (www.sallyjane.net).  

Cara Cerutti Holmes realized the need for a fashionable way to carry necessary items while staying hands-free. So she created Füchsin Ave, a company that provides high-style hands-free bags to carry necessities. Her star item, the SmarterGarter, fastens around the thigh or boot, and comes in a variety of colors, styles, and fabrics.

Susanna Lee wanted to make sure her young boys were safe during bath time. She launched Peachy® in 2010 with theAqueduck® – the first faucet extender in the market. The line now includes the Single Handle Extender, Double Handle Extender, and the Bath Spout Extender, each designed to keep kids safe in the bathroom.

Maia Haag is the owner and founder of the multi-million dollar company I See Me!, the original online hub providing kids with personalized books and gifts. Haag has created, written, and executed dozens of unique titles allowing children to star in their storybooks.

Michele Welsh was overwhelmed when she took her kids to an amusement park, and decided to write her cell phone number on their arms. That day, SafetyTat was born. The child tattoos feature a space to write a phone number, and come in many styles.

Olga Cohen is the founder of Olga’s Secret—the makers of safe and natural products for women. Olga’s Secret specializes in providing an effective solution for vaginal dryness, a symptom that often comes along with menopause. 

Please support these amazing women for National Women's Small Business Month. 

-- Love Rae

The National Association of Women MBAs Hosts 2015 Annual Conference & Career Fair

Hi Love!

Just wanted to put a women-in-business/MBA event on your radar. The National Association of Women MBAs has announced that the Jesse H. Jones Graduate School of Business at Rice University will serve as one of NAWMBA’s Co-Lead Academic Sponsors for the 2015 Annual Conference & Career Fair, which will be held Oct. 15-17 at the Westin Galleria in Houston, Texas. The partnership is key to fulfilling the organization’s central mission and its purpose for the annual conference: to empower aspiring female business professionals as they move into leadership positions in business.

The Jones School offers a range of scholarships, events and mentoring opportunities that are designed for women students. In addition to sponsoring the NAWMBA Conference & Career Fair, the school is an academic partner of the Forté Foundation, an international consortium of organizations that works to empower women in the workplace. The Jones School also was one of 46 other U.S. business schools that signed an open letter to express their commitment to ensure that students are trained to lead in the 21^st century and to expand opportunities for women in business. The Council on Women and Girls and the Council of Economic Advisers hosted this meeting at the White House with business schools deans and the business community working together.

As Co-Lead Academic Sponsor, the Jones School has arranged for alumna Subha Barry, vice president and general manager at Working Mother Media, to deliver a keynote address. The school also will hold an alumnae reception and have a presence at the career expo.

"We are committed to supporting women MBA students, so it is an honor to serve as one of NAWMBA’s academic sponsors," Bill Glick, Dean of the Jones School, said. "Being part of this event will help us meet our goals of attracting and advancing more women in business careers."

Rice University is proud to support women MBAs in the following ways:

• 90 percent of Rice’s full-time, female MBA students are awarded a merit-based scholarship
• 50 percent of Rice’s MBA student clubs are led by women presidents
• 35 percent of Rice’s full-time students in the MBA program are women
• 26 percent of Rice’s MBA faculty are women

Through the strategic partnership with NAWMBA, Rice MBA students will enjoy complimentary NAWMBA membership, event invitations and free conference registration. For more information about the 2015 Conference & Career Fair, visit nawmba.org/event.

Please be sure to check out this amazing event for the best networking and educational opportunities. 

-- Love Rae