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Early bird rates extended for Oct. 29 Elevations Academy
“We Can Do It!”:
Elevations Enrichment and Leadership Academy
Monday, October 29
11 a.m.-5 p.m.
Embassy Suites
Early bird rates have been extended for the third annual Elevations Enrichment and Leadership Academy on Oct. 29 at the Embassy Suites. The academy is a half-day workshop featuring inspiring speakers and informative sessions to help professional women realize their potential and take their career to the next level.
This event will be submitted for continuing education credit. for attorneys and CPAs. This year’s academy will be followed by a “Wine, Women & Wisdom” dinner at the Bridge Road Bistro.
Speakers and presenters include:
- Shelley Moore Capito, West Virginia Second Congressional District
- First Lady Joanne Tomblin
- Emily Bennington, Forbes blogger and author, “Who Says It’s a Man’s World: The Girls’ Guide to Corporate Domination”
- Emilie Couch, Yarid’s
- Buddie Curdette, West Virginia Rosie, World War II veteran
- Kathleen DuBois, Progressity
- Crystal Good, Mythology Marketing
- Betty Ireland, former WV Secretary of State
- Susan Lavenski, Charles Ryan Associates
- Jennifer Miller, Mission Savvy
- Anne Montague, West Virginia Rosie the Riveter Project
- WV Delegate Meshea Poore
- Rachel Mallory Richards, Brian Atwood Designs
- Nesha Sanghavi, University Girl Apparel
- Jennifer Sayre, Kanawha County manager
For a complete lineup and event details, please click HERE.
For individual registration for the event, please click HERE.
Registration for the event (excludes the wine dinner) is $85 Alliance members and $95 for future members. The cost goes up $10 each after Oct. 5.
To register for the “Wine, Women & Wisdom” dinner, please click HERE.
You cannot register for the dinner unless you are registered for the Elevations Academy daytime program.
A range of exclusive sponsorship opportunities is available. For more information, contact JoEllen Zacks, jzacks@charlestonareaalliance.org.
Attendees are also encouraged to bring donations of gently used professional clothing, outerwear, shoes and accessories, which will be collected by Dress for Success and distributed to disadvantaged women entering the workplace.
The Alliance will be able to invoice only for groups of 10 or more. Contact Deb Coffman at DCoffman@CharlestonAreaAlliance.org for more information. The Alliance cannot issue cancelation refunds within 48 hours of the event. Thank you.
Register now for the Oct. 29 Elevations Academy (Date Clarification)
“We Can Do It!”:
Elevations Enrichment and Leadership Academy
Monday, October 29
11 a.m.-5 p.m.
Embassy Suites
Online registration is now for the third annual Elevations Enrichment and Leadership Academy on Oct. 29 at the Embassy Suites.
The academy is a half-day workshop featuring inspiring speakers and informative sessions to help professional women realize their potential and take their career to the next level.
This year’s academy will be followed by a “Wine, Women & Wisdom” dinner at the Bridge Road Bistro.
Speakers and presenters include:
- Shelley Moore Capito, West Virginia Second Congressional District
- First Lady Joanne Tomblin
- Emily Bennington, Forbes blogger and author, “Who Says It’s a Man’s World: The Girls’ Guide to Corporate Domination”
- Emilie Couch, Yarid’s
- Buddie Curdette, West Virginia Rosie, World War II veteran
- Kathleen DuBois, Progressity
- Crystal Good, Mythology Marketing
- Betty Ireland, former WV Secretary of State
- Susan Lavenski, Charles Ryan Associates
- Jennifer Miller, Mission Savvy
- Anne Montague, West Virginia Rosie the Riveter Project
- WV Delegate Meshea Poore
- Rachel Mallory Richards, Brian Atwood Designs
- Nesha Sanghavi, University Girl Apparel
- Jennifer Sayre, Kanawha County manager
For a complete lineup and event details, please click HERE.
For individual registration for the event, please click HERE.
To register for the “Wine, Women & Wisdom” dinner, please click HERE.
A range of exclusive sponsorship opportunities is available. For more information, contact JoEllen Zacks, jzacks@charlestonareaalliance.org.
Attendees are also encouraged to bring donations of gently used professional clothing, outerwear, shoes and accessories, which will be collected by Dress for Success and distributed to disadvantaged women entering the workplace.
The Alliance will be able to invoice only for groups of 10 or more. Contact Deb Coffman at DCoffman@CharlestonAreaAlliance.org for more information. The Alliance cannot issue cancelation refunds within 48 hours of the event. Thank you.
Expo Information
Showcase your business, product or service at the region’s premier netwoking and leadership event for young professional and executive women: “We Can Do It!,” the third annual Enrichment and Leadership academy.
Expo sponsors receive two full-admission tickets to the event; exhibit table from 11 a.m.-5 p.m.; listing in program and multi- and social media promotions; and the opportunity to provide door prize.
Visits to expo tables will be incorporated into leadership networking exercises to increase sponsor exposure and contact with attendees.
Expo registration fees are $300 corporate Alliance member; $175 non-profit member. Future member fees are $400 corporate tables, $275 non-profit tables. Prices for all increase by $100 after Sept. 28.
Last year’s Elevations Expo sold out quickly and tables are going fast this year. Table assignments will be processed on a first-come basis. To register, complete the form found HERE.
For more info, contact Matthew Thompson by e-mail HERE.
Capito to headline third annual Elevations Academy on Oct. 29
“
We Can Do It!”:
Elevations Enrichment and Leadership Academy
Monday, October 29
11 a.m.-5 p.m.
Embassy Suites
Save the date for the third annual Elevations Enrichment and Leadership Academy on Oct. 29 at the Embassy Suites.
The academy is a half-day workshop featuring inspiring speakers and informative sessions to help professional women realize their potential and take their career to the next level.
This year’s academy will be followed by a “Wine, Women & Wisdom” dinner at the Bridge Road Bistro.
Speakers and presenters include:
- Shelley Moore Capito, West Virginia Second Congressional District
- First Lady Joanne Tomblin
- Emily Bennington, Forbes blogger and author, “Who Says It’s a Man’s World: The Girls’ Guide to Corporate Domination”
- Emilie Couch, Yarid’s
- Buddie Curdette, West Virginia Rosie, World War II veteran
- Kathleen DuBois, Progressity
- Crystal Good, Mythology Marketing
- Betty Ireland, former WV Secretary of State
- Susan Lavenski, Charles Ryan Associates
- Jennifer Miller, Mission Savvy
- Anne Montague, West Virginia Rosie the Riveter Project
- WV Delegate Meshea Poore
- Rachel Mallory Richards, Brian Atwood Designs
- Nesha Sanghavi, University Girl Apparel
- Jennifer Sayre, Kanawha County manager
For a complete lineup and event details, please click HERE.
Online registration for the event will begin on Sept. 19 at www.CharlestonAreaAlliance.org
A range of exclusive sponsorship opportunities is available. For more information, contact JoEllen Zacks, jzacks@charlestonareaalliance.org.
Attendees are also encouraged to bring donations of gently used professional clothing, outerwear, shoes and accessories, which will be collected by Dress for Success and distributed to disadvantaged women entering the workplace.
Speaker panel finalized for ‘Women with Energy’ on June 21
‘Women with Energy’
Elevations Professional Women’s Network Luncheon
Thursday, June 21
11:30 a.m.- 1:30 p.m.
Charleston Marriott Town Center
Women leaders in the natural gas, coal and related industries will share their insights on opportunities and challenges facing West Virginia’s energy sector and how they will shape the future of the Mountain State at a special Elevations luncheon, to be held Thursday, June 21, at the Charleston Marriott Town Center Ballroom.
The full speaker panel has been finalized for the second annual “Women with Energy” luncheon will be held Thursday, June 21, at the Charleston Marriott Town Center Ballroom.
Elevations is presented by the Charleston Area Alliance and Title Sponsor DOW.
This program has been submitted for continuing education credit for attorneys and CPAs.
Sharon O. Flanery, a petroleum engineer and attorney who leads the Steptoe & Johnson Energy Team, will moderate the second annual “Women with Energy,” a roundtable discussion with women business executives, lawyers, engineers and other professionals from the natural gas, coal and renewable energy sectors.
Confirmed speakers to date include:
• Shannon Ames, Director of Government Relations (US Operations), Brookfield Renewable Energy Group, Marlborough, Mass.
• Maribeth Anderson, Senior Director of Corporate Development and Government Relations, Chesapeake Energy
• Katharine Fredriksen, senior vice president, Environmental Strategy and Regulatory Affairs for CONSOL, Pittsburgh.
• Tania Hotmer, External Affairs Manager, AEP • Denise Starkey, Assistant General Counsel, NiSource, Columbus, Ohio.
The event begins at 11:30 a.m. with informal networking (optional), followed by a luncheon and program at noon. An invitation-only VIP reception for sponsors and dignitaries is scheduled for 11 a.m.
Registration is $40 for Alliance members/$50 future members through this Wednesday, June 13. Prices increase to $50 Alliance members/$60 future members after that date.
This event is presented by Steptoe & Johnson. Co-sponsors to date are AEP an NiSource. Table sponsors to date are Chesapeake Energy and Jackson Kelly, PLLC.
Sponsorships, which include admission to a VIP pre-event, Meet & Greet with speakers and state leaders along with other benefits, start at $750. For more information, contact Leigh Anne Stickland, lstrickland@charlestonareaalliance.org.
Click HERE for sponsorship details.
The mission of the 1,700-member Elevations Professional Women’s Network is to “enrich, empower and elevate women to achieve success.”
Through luncheons and other events featuring high-profile speakers, Elevations provides an affirmative network that connects professional women with the information, resources and contacts that helps them, their businesses and their communities succeed.
The Alliance will be able to invoice only for groups of 10 or more. Contact Deb Coffman at DCoffman@CharlestonAreaAlliance.org for more information.
The Alliance cannot issue cancelation refunds within 48 hours of the event. Thank you.
CONSOL Executive Joins ‘Women with Energy’ Panel
‘Women with Energy’
Elevations Professional Women’s Network Luncheon
Thursday, June 21
11:30 a.m.- 1:30 p.m.
Charleston Marriott Town Center
Katharine Fredriksen, senior vice president, Environmental and Regulatory Affairs for CONSOL Energy, Inc., is the latest speaker to join a panel of women executives shaping energy policy to be featured at the next Elevations Professional Women’s Network event.
The second annual “Women with Energy” luncheon will be held Thursday, June 21, at the Charleston Marriott Town Center Ballroom.
Elevations is presented by the Charleston Area Alliance and Title Sponsor DOW.
Sharon O. Flanery, a petroleum engineer and attorney who leads the Steptoe & Johnson Energy Team, will moderate the second annual “Women with Energy,” a roundtable discussion with women business executives, lawyers, engineers and other professionals from the natural gas, coal and renewable energy sectors.
Confirmed speakers to date include:
• Shannon Ames, Director of Government Relations (US Operations), Brookfield Renewable Energy Group, Marlborough, Mass.
• Maribeth Anderson, Senior Director of Corporate Development and Government Relations, Chesapeake Energy
• Katharine Fredriksen, senior vice president, Environmental Strategy and Regulatory Affairs for CONSOL, Pittsburgh.
• Tania Hotmer, External Affairs Manager, AEP
The event begins at 11:30 a.m. with informal networking (optional), followed by a luncheon and program at noon. An invitation-only VIP reception for sponsors and dignitaries is scheduled for 11 a.m.
Registration is $40 for Alliance members/$50 future members through June 13. Prices increase to $50 Alliance members/$60 future members after that date.
This event is presented by Steptoe & Johnson. Co-sponsors to date are AEP and NiSource. Sponsorships, which include admission to a VIP pre-event, Meet & Greet with speakers and state leaders along with other benefits, start at $750. For more information, contact Leigh Anne Stickland, lstrickland@charlestonareaalliance.org.
Click HERE for sponsorship details.
The mission of the 1,700-member Elevations Professional Women’s Network is to “enrich, empower and elevate women to achieve success.”
Through luncheons and other events featuring high-profile speakers, Elevations provides an affirmative network that connects professional women with the information, resources and contacts that helps them, their businesses and their communities succeed.
The Alliance will be able to invoice only for groups of 10 or more. Contact Deb Coffman at DCoffman@CharlestonAreaAlliance.org for more information.
The Alliance cannot issue cancelation refunds within 48 hours of the event. Thank you.
Register now for ‘Women with Energy’ luncheon on June 21
‘Women with Energy’
Elevations Professional Women’s Network Luncheon
Thursday, June 21 11:30 a.m.- 1:30 p.m.
Charleston Marriott Town Center
Women leaders in the natural gas, coal and related industries will share their insights on opportunities and challenges facing West Virginia’s energy sector and how they will shape the future of the Mountain State at a special Elevations luncheon, to be held Thursday, June 21, at the Charleston Marriott Town Center Ballroom.
Sharon O. Flanery, a petroleum engineer and attorney who leads the Steptoe & Johnson Energy Team, will moderate the second annual “Women with Energy,” a roundtable discussion with female business executives, lawyers, engineers and other professionals on the front lines of developments in the natural gas and coal fields.
Confirmed speakers to date include: • Shannon Ames, Director of Government Relations (US Operations), Brookfield Renewable Energy Group, Marlborough, Mass. • Maribeth Anderson, Senior Director of Corporate Development and Government Relations, Chesapeake Energy • Tania Hotmer, External Affairs Manager, AEP The event begins at 11:30 a.m. with informal networking (optional), followed by a luncheon and program at noon.
Registration is $40 for Alliance members/$50 future members through June 13. Prices increase to $50 Alliance members/$60 future members after that date.
This event is presented by Steptoe & Johnson. Co-sponsors to date are AEP and NiSource. For information about sponsorships, which include admission to a VIP pre-event Meet & Greet with speakers and state leaders along with other benefits, contact Leigh Anne Stickland, lstrickland@charlestonareaalliance.org.
Click HERE for sponsorship details.
“Women with Energy” is presented with the generous support of Steptoe & Johnson. The mission of the 1,700-member Elevations Professional Women’s Network is to “enrich, empower and elevate women to achieve success.”
Through luncheons and other events featuring high-profile speakers, Elevations provides an affirmative network that connects professional women with the information, resources and contacts that helps them, their businesses and their communities succeed.
Elevations is presented by the Charleston Area Alliance and Title Sponsor DOW. The Alliance will be able to invoice only for groups of 10 or more. Contact Deb Coffman at DCoffman@CharlestonAreaAlliance.org for more information.
The Alliance cannot issue cancelation refunds within 48 hours of the event. Thank you.
Time is running out to register for this Thursday’s Elevations luncheon
Elevations Professional Women’s Network Luncheon
Thursday, April 19
Charleston Civic Center
11:45 a.m.-Noon: Informal Networking (Optional)
Noon-1:15 p.m.: Program
Time is running to register Elevations: Professional Women’s Network Luncheon this Thursday, April 19. Online registration ends at 5 p.m. tomorrow.
The next event in this exciting series will feature Alisa Bailey, the new head of the Charleston Convention and Visitors Bureau (CVB).
The event will be held this Thursday, April 19 starting at 11:45 a.m. at the Charleston Civic Center.
Bailey, the incoming president and CEO of the city’s CVB, will be the featured speaker. She is a Charleston native and former head of the Virginia Tourism Corporation (VTC).
Tickets for this special event are $40 for Alliance members/$50 future members.
Click HERE to register. Online registration ends at 5 p.m. tomorrow.
Sign up now to learn all the exciting things on tap for the city at the next Elevations: Professional Women’s Network Luncheon.
The mission of the 1,700-member Elevations Professional Women’s Network is to “enrich, empower and elevate women to achieve success.” Through luncheons and other events featuring high-profile speakers, Elevations provides an affirmative network that connects professional women with the information, resources and contacts that helps them, their businesses and their communities succeed.
Elevations is presented by the Charleston Area Alliance and Title Sponsor Dow.
We are unable to invoice for groups with fewer than 10 or issue refunds for cancellations received less than 48 hours prior to the event. Thank you.
New Charleston CVB CEO to headline April 19 Elevations luncheon; early bird rates end Friday
Elevations Professional Women’s Network Luncheon
Thursday, April 19
Charleston Civic Center
11:45 a.m.-Noon: Informal Networking (Optional)
Noon-1:15 p.m.: Program
Time is running out to take advantage of the early bird registration rates for the next Elevations: Professional Women’s Network Luncheon on April 19.
The next event in this exciting series will feature Alisa Bailey, the new head of the Charleston Convention and Visitors Bureau (CVB).
The event will be held Thursday, April 19 starting at 11:45 a.m. at the Charleston Civic Center.
Bailey, the incoming president and CEO of the city’s CVB, will be the featured speaker. She is a Charleston native and former head of the Virginia Tourism Corporation (VTC).
Tickets for this special event are $30 for Alliance members/$40 future members through this Friday April 13 at 5 p.m.
Prices increase by $10 after that date.
Click HERE to register.
Sign up now to learn all the exciting things on tap for the city at the next Elevations: Professional Women’s Network Luncheon.
The mission of the 1,700-member Elevations Professional Women’s Network is to “enrich, empower and elevate women to achieve success.” Through luncheons and other events featuring high-profile speakers, Elevations provides an affirmative network that connects professional women with the information, resources and contacts that helps them, their businesses and their communities succeed.
Elevations is presented by the Charleston Area Alliance and Title Sponsor Dow.
CRA marketing pros to headline Elevations luncheon this Thursday
Elevations:
Professional Women’s Luncheon
Thursday, Feb. 2
Summit Conference Center
11:45 a.m.-Noon: Informal Networking (Optional)
Noon-1:15 p.m.: Program
Time is running out to register for this Thursday’s Elevations luncheon.
When it comes to running one of the Mid-Atlantic region’s top marketing firms, the team at Charles Ryan Associates has learned that two heads can be better than one.
Two years ago, the agency, founded by West Virginia advertising legend Charles Ryan, implemented a number of innovative changes that included a unique management structure.
The top staff position is now shared by managing partners Caryn Durham and Susan Lavenski, who will share their perspectives on successful management in a changing business environment and their bird’s eye experiences from memorable campaigns with high profile clients at the next Elevations Professional Women’s Network luncheon on Thursday, Feb. 2 at the Summit Conference Center.
Click HERE to register. Online registration ends at 5 p.m. tomorrow.
Tickets for this special event are $30 for Alliance members/$40 future members.
Elevations is presented by the Charleston Area Alliance and Title Sponsor Dow.
CRA marketing pros to headline Elevations luncheon on Feb. 2
Elevations: Professional Women’s Luncheon
Thursday, Feb. 2 Summit Conference Center
11:45 a.m.-Noon: Informal Networking (Optional)
Noon-1:15 p.m.: Program
When it comes to running one of the Mid-Atlantic region’s top marketing firms, the team at Charles Ryan Associates has learned that two heads can be better than one.
Two years ago, the agency, founded by West Virginia advertising legend Charles Ryan, implemented a number of innovative changes that included a unique management structure.
The top staff position is now shared by managing partners Caryn Durham and Susan Lavenski, who will share their perspectives on successful management in a changing business environment and their bird’s eye experiences from memorable campaigns with high profile clients at the next Elevations Professional Women’s Network luncheon on Thursday, Feb. 2 at the Summit Conference Center.
Click HERE to register.
Tickets for this special event are $30 for Alliance members/$40 future members.
Elevations is presented by the Charleston Area Alliance and Title Sponsor Dow.

