BPW Calgary

February 8, 2012: Waiting for Godot: An Economic Forecast for the Year

lia — Mon, 12 Dec 2011 04:21:30 +0000

Jennifer Tozser, Investment Advisor, Certified Financial Planner and Chartered Financial Analyst at CIBC Wood Gundy, will provide insight on setting financial and personal goals at various stages of one’s life. With over 15 years of experience and writing more than 500 financial plans during her career, Jennifer will discuss how waiting endlessly and in vain for Godot, an absent character to arrive, can really be.

Mentors and protégés are encouraged to attend this session for credit towards their program requirements.

Get the goods on better investing! Register by Friday February 3, 2012 at info@bpwcalgary.com

March 14, 2012: A Passion for ElleGolf

lia — Wed, 30 Nov 2011 05:54:48 +0000

We are excited to host guest speaker Lori McDonald, president of ElleGolf and Charity Resources Inc. on Wednesday March 14, 2012!

After eight years in advertising Lori ventured down a different path creating ElleGolf, The Calgary Women’s Golf Club, offering women the opportunity to learn and play the game of golf in a fun and non-competitive environment. Annually, ElleGolf averages 300+ members and works with 20+ golf courses in and around Calgary. Lori is now celebrating her 16th season with ElleGolf!

Join us for her story of following a passion and making it successful!

April 11, 2012: BPW Dinner

lia — Mon, 28 Nov 2011 05:56:31 +0000

Guest speaker to be announced soon!

May 9, 2012: May Business Meeting

lia — Sun, 27 Nov 2011 06:00:05 +0000

It’s election time! We will elect our incoming Executive Team for the 2012-2013 year!

Join us for a facilitated discussion on areas of focus for the club, activities for the coming year and much more! Members and non-member welcome.

June 13, 2012: Year-End Celebration!

lia — Sat, 26 Nov 2011 06:02:46 +0000

Join us for a spectacular evening as we celebrate our 85th Anniversary!

January 11, 2012: Ringing in Fitness without the Pressure

lia — Thu, 24 Nov 2011 04:30:01 +0000

Carmen Moxham and Lauren Whitfield are Certified Personal Trainers and Owners of Fired Up Fitness. Their philosophy is that fitness is for everyone… You can do it anywhere and at any time! From corporate programs with lunch and learn sessions to personal training, Carmen and Lauren are passionate about making fitness accessible and easy to incorporate. Lauren has lost 95 lbs and is thrilled to share how women can increase their productivity and success. Together they are armed with tips on goal setting, workout ideas and quick and healthy meal ideas. You will leave this session well on your way to making 2012 your best year ever.

Join us for this session to get us back on track! Register by January 6, 2012 by contacting info@bpwcalgary.com

December 14, 2011: Professional Styles with Carl Abad

lia — Tue, 08 Nov 2011 04:48:44 +0000

Carl Abad, stylist and jewelry designer, will be our guest speaker.

Mr Abad will discuss the trends in business and professional dress, and the opportunities to be creative and unique. Member models will showcase the latest styles with clothing provided by Brooks Brothers. This is a very special networking event! Feel free to dress to impress!

At this time, BPW Calgary will be collecting the requested items to support their Christmas Adopt a Family, through Servants Anonymous Society. For more information on what to donate, please see this list and then contact us!

Be your professional best, with your own twist!

November 9, 2011: Our Community Partners – Reflection & Opportunities

lia — Sun, 02 Oct 2011 04:45:54 +0000

BPW Calgary members transform women’s lives by offering them a fresh start as they take a leap to reach their new goals. This progress is seen through our core programs and activities. As requested by our members, we are hosting an intimate evening with the following community partners who plan to share what our community needs and the exclusive stories of how some of our work allows women to reach their ambitions and aspirations:

Vicki Kranenburg, Fund Development Consultant at the Bow Valley College,

Theresa Jenkins, Donor Relations Manager at Servants Anonymous Society of Calgary, and,

Amanda Delamer, Volunteer Manager at Making Changes Association (Walk-In Closet).

Let us work together to improve the quality of life for all women across Calgary! Join us for a fabulous evening of networking!

Wednesday October 12, 2011: Professional Choices with Sabina Souliere

lia — Thu, 01 Sep 2011 04:44:01 +0000

Sabina Souliere, Business Entrepreneur, Career Coach & Leadership Development Expert, will be our guest speaker this month!

Sabina is currently President Executive Steps and CareerBizDocs Inc. and is a business entrepreneur with over 25 years of business experience throughout North America. Consulting to private and public sector organizations, as well as supporting and coaching professionals through their career development and transition. Sabina has made a number of challenging and interesting personal and professional choices which have made her a successful entrepreneur. She is an inspiring and engaging woman who will give you ideas on how to make your choices show through to headhunters and HR professionals. Part inspiring personal story, part professional development session, Sabina will deliver a great presentation this month!

September 14: Women in Politics with Danielle Smith, Wildrose Alliance

lia — Thu, 07 Jul 2011 00:39:42 +0000

“If every intelligent woman made it a rule to learn something about her local, state or national government every day, more would be accomplished in a year toward governmental reform than by all the books and pamphlets written in a generation.”

Cairine Wilson (1885-1962), First woman appointed to the Senate of Canada, 1931, quoting Franklin D Roosevelt.

BPW Calgary is pleased to announce that Danielle Smith, Leader of the Wildrose Alliance will be our guest speaker at the September 14th BPW Dinner meeting! This will be an excellent opportunity to hear about Danielle Smith’s vision for the Wildrose Alliance and for Alberta.

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Annual General Meeting of the Members of BPW Calgary will be held at the 14 September at Venue 1008 for the following purposes:

(1) To receive and consider the financial statements of the club;
(2) To receive the Strategic Plan for 2011-2012;
(3 To receive and vote on the amendments of the By-Laws ;
(4) To receive and vote on theMembers’ Equity Policy;
(5) To transact other business as may properly come before the meeting or any adjournments thereof.

To RSVP, email info@bpwcalgary.com by Friday, September 9, 2011