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HBWN – July Newsletter
From the President…
What a wonderful time to be a woman in this country! It’s so exciting to see a female Governor General, Prime Minister, Premier and State Governor, regardless of your individual political persuasion. Leaving the political arena aside we have some great female role models in senior positions in the Corporate world as well.
We women have an amazing ability to overcome adversity, ridicule and the hideous Tall Poppy Syndrome, to continue to strive and succeed. Those attending the ‘What Women Want’ conference got to hear some truly inspirational stories and viewpoints from some truly awesome women.
I love the positive energy that is generated when women get together to share ideas and support each other. If you haven’t experienced that great uplifting ‘female’ energy for a while, then why not come along to our monthly HBWN events? You can meet some truly awesome local women – just like yourself…
Have a wonderful month!
Cheers
Kellie
A Great Success!
The feedback from the Inaugural Regional Women Connect Conference – What Women Want, has been phenomenal, with an overwhelming number of attendees already asking when the next one will be; as one gorgeous woman commented ‘just like any great performance the crowd anticipates an encore! ‘
The Committee ably lead by Kellie Mills included Janette Dempsey, Deb Hoitink, Jenny Lankshear, Narelle Clement and Lenore Miller, are to be congratulated on such a well run, well received event.
Photos of the day @ HBWN Facebook Page HERE
Feedback from the day…
'Great effort – thoroughly enjoyed the entire experience!'
'A no-pressure opportunity to do something useful without external impacts – phone, work etc.'
'Well done committee! All the presenters were of excellent quality and life changing content.'
'Exceeded my expectations! Do it again regularly!'
'I loved every minute – terrific balance and overall organisation – well done!'
'Congratulations on such a professionally run conference and expo!!! Fabulous prizes too...
The event provided inspiration motivation and information for women across both the corporate and public sectors as well as the small business sector. There was the opportunity to learn to clam the mind or belly dance and the conclusion of the day was a high energy performance where the attendees learnt the important skill of Kazoo playing!
Whilst the committee will be looking forward to a well earn rest from conference organizing, we’re assured that it’s just like ‘child birth’ once the baby’s born the pain is forgotten and you’re willing to do it all over again. Here’s hoping!!!!
August Event – Stepping out of Your Comfort Zone with Telstra Business Women of the Year recipients Belinda Smith and Samantha Martin-Williams.
Come join us for a night of inspiration with two fabulous women who bring a wealth of experience and knowledge to share with us. Both women are previous Telstra Young Business Woman of the Year recipients.
This is bound to be a lively discussion, where our speakers will share candidly their experiences and the challenges they have faced. They will also share the things that have helped them get to where they are and tips for stepping out of your comfort zone.
Date: Wednesday 11th August
Time: 5.30-6pm
Venue: Noah’s on the Beach
Tickets are available now – www.stickytickets.com.au/3917
Not a Financial Member Yet? Then take advantage of the Mid Year Special Offer
- Half year offer for HBWN financial members renewing from 2009 $40.00
- Half year offer New Members (or financial members prior to 2009) $55.00
Benfits of Your Membership
- Promotional opportunities via our new HBWN website
- Access to Members Directory
- Promotional table for members brochures & flyers at monthly meetings
- ‘Minute on Your Business’ segment - 2 at each monthly meeting
- Reduced ticket prices at our events
- Members only - Sponsorship of events
- Personal name badge
Join or rejoin here
How Many Days till Christmas? – last December we had a fabulous Members Christmas Party including a visit from Santa with gifts for everyone. Wouldn’t you like to be part of the fun this year? We are looking for donations of gifts and goodies to create a magical event for members. If you or your organization can assist with this please contact Anne-Maree Willis
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or Renae Bolton
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Health & Wellbeing expo – will take place in February 2011.
Last year’s expo was a huge success – we are looking for expressions of interest from members who are wanting to have a stand at this event. Please email Lenore Miller
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or Jenny Lankshear
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Welcome to Our new Members
Cheryl Linott – Linkara Capital, Corporate advisory, business broking, financing, financial planning. www.linkara.com.au
Stephanie Mortel – Mortels Sheepskin Factory Pty Ltd. Manufacture, wholesale and retail import and export of sheepskin products
For more information on any of these members and their services please check out their websites (see their details in our members section of www.HBWN.org.au).
Networking tip #
Follow-up is the lifeblood of effective networking. If you promise a contact or opportunity to a networking contact it’s important to follow through. This is what helps build strong relationships and credibility within any network you choose to belong.
Thought for the month
‘Each new day is a blank page in the diary of your life. The secret of success is in turning that diary into the best story you possibly can’. Douglas Pagels
Have a successful month!
The HBWN Committee
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