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Join the AWC Book Club!

From July 28-September 8, we are reading Like A Sister, a book by Kellye Garrett. On September 8 at 7pm CT, we will host a discussion to share our reading experiences. Register to join the call!

Discussion: Life and Work after the Pandemic

Jeanne Corvese Hussin is an award-winning author, freelance writer, mentor, and former chief marketing officer. Her recent memoir, I See Old People, is a humorous, inspirational, and loving story about leading with compassion. Jeanne coached and inspired many working professionals during her career, using humor and positive thinking to fuel successful outcomes.

Jeanne will be our featured speaker for our September lunch and learn. She‘ll speak for 20 minutes with 10 minutes for Q&A. Her topic, leveraging the power of empathy to lead a more joyful life, will reveal how empathy is at the crux of every successful relationship. She‘ll share simple ways to put empathy into play in your personal and professional life and how it can help you navigate any social situation. Her upbeat delivery will inspire you to see the many ways you touch people and make a profound difference in today‘s global world.

The Seattle Professional Chapter of the Association for Women in Communications invites all interested in networking and professional development to attend this exciting event. We will meet in the Bowler Room at Nine Hats Winery in SODO Urbanworks, in the heart of South Seattle, with ample parking.

Kick off the AWC-SB 2022/2023 year with friends and fellow communications professionals while sipping beverages and nibbling on appetizers. As an added bonus, AWC-SB members can polish their professional image with a new headshot for a minimal fee. Note: Once you sign up for a headshot, watch your email for a receipt - and you will find a link to a form to choose your photo shoot time.

Having difficulty finding the perfect balance between work and life? You’re not alone. Join us for a panel discussion with Christy Broccardo and Tiffany Mathis on the importance of balancing your job, family and friends, community engagements and, most all, time for yourself. We will discuss the value of advocating for yourself, deciding what you’re willing to sacrifice, being present and how to find what works best for you. Michelle Eccles will serve as panel moderator.

Catch up with members and meet new members while enjoying breakfast and coffee before heading to work.

Join us on Wednesday, September 21 for "Creating in Canva" with Victoria Padilla! Networking begins at 11:30 a.m. and lunch and the program kick off at Noon.

Canva is a free online design tool that gives you the power to design stunning fliers social media graphics, resumes, and other visual content according to your personal or professional brand. In this session, we will dive into the platform and learn how to navigate the features, functions, and tricks to make your designs stand out.

About Victoria Padilla

Victoria Padilla serves as the Communication Director for ROE # 17. In her role, she maintains and designs all ROE # 17 written and electronic publications, and works to report and represent ROE # 17 as a leader in education. Victoria also works with districts on Health-Life Safety, Homeschool, School Calendar, Compliance, and Illinois School Code questions and research. Victoria earned her Bachelor’s in English at Southern Illinois University Edwardsville and earned her Master’s in Communication at Illinois State University. She is passionate about designing and making beautiful, professional-looking graphics, flyers, and media obtainable for all organizations - no matter the size or budget!

Versatility: Elevating your voice in changing times will begin with an evening reception on Sep 29th thru Oct 1st in Kansas City, MO.

Versatility: Elevating your voice in changing times will begin with an evening reception on Sep 29th thru Oct 1st in Kansas City, MO.