GW Women In Business

At the end of October GWWIB hosted its 14th annual New York Networking Trip! With the theme “Mapping Success: Building Confidence and Personal Brand through Exploration,” the trip gave participants the opportunity to explore various industries, connect with professionals, and elevate their career clarity through company visits and networking events. This year, the New York Trip Team, along with 14 selected undergraduate attendees, visited prominent companies such as J.P. Morgan, EY, Madison Square Garden, Amazon Web Services (AWS), and Gladstone Place Partners where they participated in panels covering diverse roles within each organization. Site visits provide undergraduate students with invaluable real-world insights, offering a unique opportunity to observe industry practices firsthand, connect with professionals, and gain a deeper understanding of potential career paths. The trip also featured the Annual Networking Dinner, where attendees had the chance to connect with GWWIB and GWSB alumni. A heartfelt thank you to all participants, and we hope it was a valuable learning experience! Special thanks to Isha Macha, Avery Searle, Emma Zent, Kennedi Neri, and Joi Almonacy for organizing and running this memorable event!

On Monday October 28th GW Women in Business and The George Washington University School of Business Office of Alumni Relations hosted the 14th annual alumni dinner in New York City. It was a wonderful opportunity to connect with GWWIB and GWSB Alumni and learn from their wealth of knowledge. Hearing their personal stories, from transitioning out of college to navigating the complexities of the workforce, provided valuable insights. They shared the challenges they faced and the strategies they used to overcome them, offering guidance on how to carve out a successful career path. Their experiences illuminated the diverse routes that led them to their current roles, highlighting the importance of adaptability, perseverance, and thoughtful career planning. This year’s keynote speaker was GWWIB 2021-2022 president Kendall Carter. Kendall is a GWWIB alum playing key roles on the Spring Conference and New York Trip teams. Kendall works with JP Morgan as a Private Bank Associate. At the alumni dinner, Kendall highlighted the importance of giving back to others in our communities is essential—it’s a way to pay forward the support and opportunities we've been given, helping others reach their potential just as people once helped us. We are so thankful to Kendall Carter for joining us and we thank everyone for attending the dinner. Finally thank you to Ben Donnelly Director of Alumni Relations for organizing this event and supporting the GWWIB New York Trip team.

I could not have asked for a better close-off to my final year at GW than to serve as the President of GW Women in Business (GWWIB). From my first exposure to GWWIB my freshman year (special shoutout to Kate Dressel for inviting me to the virtual Spring Conference), to being a part of the SC Logistics committee, VP of Finance, and finally President, I owe it all to the incredible Executive Board for allowing me to thrive through their passion for making a change and dedication to building our community. With a total of seven teams on board, it is a privilege to be able to showcase their achievements, successful partnerships, and events that were executed throughout the year. To learn more about GWWIB’s achievements, view the 2023-2024 Annual Report attached: https://lnkd.in/d5UCf2Sh. Earlier this month, GWWIB successfully executed the 15th Annual Spring Conference (SC). “IGNITE,” the first fully in-person conference since 2019, brought together panelists and attendees from across the country, empowering attendees to ignite their passions through keynote speaker Kisha Salters, PMP, CMP, CSPO,?two speakers series, nine industry panels, and three workshops. A sincere thank you to everyone who assisted with our Spring Conference. From the directors to committee members, you all played an integral part in the success of the day. The conference was led by Maggie Mahasin and Shayla Gornstein, who oversaw directors, speaker outreach, and communication with various contacts. Jinsil Yearm, Sarah Hajeer, Breah W., Emma Zent and Haeun Kim: thank you for serving as the backbone of the conference and flawlessly leading the committees with care and compassion. With over 280 guests in attendance, this was truly an interactive and impactful experience for all. I would like to express my deepest gratitude to the GWWIB Advisory Council: Dale Carlson-Bebout, LaJuanna Russell, Marie Loop, Lindsay McNeil, Carolina Medlarz, and Preeti Parulekar. Your involvement, from speaking roles to providing your insightful advice and feedback, made our vision for the day come to life. A special thank you to Shannon Moran Buckhout, our incredible advisor, for extending her fullest support and appreciation. Bringing together professionals and students for the Spring Conference could not have been done without the guidance of Ben Donnelly, the F. David Fowler Career Center, GWSB Undergraduate Programs, Lincoln Mansch, Ocieola Jane Newby, and Aaron Solle. Biggest thank you to Lauren K., our one-of-a-kind EVP, for providing all of your support, kindness, dedication, and (most importantly) your homemade chocolate chip cookies. To the graduating GWWIB seniors, I hope you all become proud alumni, staying connected with members and sharing your wisdom. To the incoming Executive Board, I’m excited to see how you all exhibit our core values of Careers, Community, and Connections!

Ignite was the theme of the GW Women In Business 15th Annual Spring Conference event. From career development workshops to industry panels, the conference empowered students by emphasizing professional self-discovery, connection and diversity. Photo credit: Linnea Farnsworth _______________________________ #WomeninBusiness #GWSBstudents GWSB Undergraduate Programs Women's Enterpreneurial Leadership (WEL) GW GW Women's MBA Association F. David Fowler Career Center GWSB Global and Experiential Education Kisha Salters, PMP, CMP, CSPO Vanessa Perry

GW Women In Business is hosting their 15th Annual Spring Conference on Saturday, April 6th! With the theme of "IGNITE,” attendees are encouraged to be empowered to ignite their passions through engaging with speakers, panels, and workshops, emphasizing professional and social diversity, self-discovery, and valuable connections. As our first fully in-person conference since 2020, this daylong event will allow attendees to learn from 9 industry-focused panels, 3 fireside chats, 3 personal and career development workshops, and our keynote speaker, Kisha Salters, PMP, CMP, CSPO. Free breakfast will be served from Founding Farmers, lunch from DIG, as well as snacks and refreshments from Captain Cookie and Yerba Mate. This year, I had the privilege of working with Emma Zent as Co-Directors of Networking to acquire company donations for the attendee swag bags. You definitely don’t want to miss the swag bags worth $350+! Some items you’ll find are: Odele Beauty, Tangle Teezer, Klorane, King’s Hawaiian, First Aid Beauty, and many more! Tickets are available until Thursday, April 4th at 11:59 pm using this link: https://lnkd.in/e5n7HzxW. See you all on April 6th!