2009 Attendees
The Dynamic Women in Business Conference at Harvard University in Boston, Massachusetts is January 23 to January 25, 2009. The executive board and three general members fly to Boston where they enjoy an enriching experience. The WIB attendees bond by going to Boston attractions like the aquarium and the Sky Walk Observatory. The weekend is filled with traveling around the lively city of Boston as well as attending the Harvard Conference and meeting inspirational women.
Selection process: General members must apply by submitting numerous short answers about their involvement in Women in Business and their interest for attending the conference. WIB was able to increase the number of general members who can attend the conference from two to three in the 2008-2009 academic year. If you have any questions or comments, please contact the Financial Director, Bridget O'Grady, bko5006@psu.edu.
Boston, Massachusetts
Penn State's Inspiration: For the past seven years, Women in Business has attended the Harvard Conference, which has inspired WIB to plan its own conference at Penn State. The Powerful Women Paving the Way Conference held at the Penn Stater in March is similar to the the Harvard Conference because both conferences bring together a variety of women to network, mentor, and share experiences.
The 2009 Dynamic Women in Business Conference at the Harvard Business School featured keynote speakers Leslie Blodgett, CEO of Bare Escentuals, and Cecile Richards, President of Planned Parenthood Federation of America and Action Fund.
Members at Legal Seafoods in Boston
--REFLECTIONS--
"There was an exceptional diverse group of women present at the conference which made it even more impressive because we were able to learn about challenges that are faced by all different kinds of women." -Michelle Trahey, 2008-2009 President of Women in Business
"This conference is so great and I would recommend anyone who has the opportunity should jump on it as quickly as possible because there is truly so much to learn and appreciate." -Kayla Smith, 2008-2009 Vice President of University Relations
"This conference has a huge impact on my determination to strive for everything I want both professionally and personally, and encourages me to aim higher." -Megan Volk, 2008-2009 Vice President of Corporate Relations
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