WoGM LENS - Summer 2024

Summer Wrap-UP

Welcome back everyone to another edition of the LENS newsletter - where you get the latest updates on WoGM. This newsletter has had many versions over the past few years, and we appreciate that you subscribe and follow us! Lots of upcoming events for Women of Global Mobility - so be sure to join us! If you have a suggestion - we definitely want to hear it! [email protected]

MEMBERSHIP IN WOGM

Our Membership Director - Taylor Williams Smith has been reaching out to you in the past few weeks to confirm your membership with WoGM. This is the first step in creating our members only content for our new website which is coming in October 2024. Our membership drive has gone out to over 2000 contacts and we are working hard to clean up our database so that we can use it to communicate with you all in efficient ways.

Not sure if you're a member? We can check! If you have not registered as a member - please fill out the form HERE.

WoGM Mission Statement

At Women of Global Mobility, we embark on a mission driven by inspiration, connection and steadfast support. Our objective is evident: to empower women in global mobility, offering more than just a network but a thriving community where aspirations can blossom.

CAREPod and Mentorship Opportunities

In the past few months, we've been looking at ways that we can reorganize the Care Pods to avoid the scheduling conflicts, grouping of topics, and more. We polled our audience and 66% voted for WhatsApp to carry this forward. You can view the votes HERE .

With this in mind - we've decided to start an "Open Discussion" chat in WhatsApp and hope that you'll join us. If you'd like to sign up - please contact Christina Urrutia, CRP, GMS-T to be added. Download WhatsApp now.

This or That Fridays

Join us on alternating Fridays for Friday Dish and She's Got a Story Podcast LIVE!

The Friday Dish! Friday Chat

Dive in for a no-frills cup of joe and agenda-free conversation with other mobility pros. All are welcome to jump in and out as your availability allows. Come say 'Hi'! - Next Friday Dish - August 9th, 11am EST. https://us06web.zoom.us/j/82739725231 - if you'd like to be added to the calendar invite so you never miss a week - email [email protected] and we'll get you added to the calendar invite!

She's Got a Story Podcast! Live!

Casting call! We're looking for women who are ready and willing to share their story - LIVE. No edits, no apologies - we're sharing in real time about REAL topics women face at home and in the workplace. From life transitions to infertility, medical anxiety and childhood trauma. There really is a story for everyone. Check it out every other Friday - now LIVE on LinkedIN.

Next Episodes: August 2nd A Perfect Mix Tape: Professional by day, DJ by night

August 16th The Line in the Sand: Moral Limits in the Workplace

If you're interested in signing up, or want to learn more? Contact Monika Cain today to download the prep sheet and pick your Go Live date :)

Upcoming Availability: Now booking for September!

Wednesday Women and Allies - Nominations Are Open.

Nominate your favorite woman (or man) in mobility who has the interests of women and empowerment at heart. Tell us why this person deserves to be featured, and we'll give them a shout-out each Wednesday. Congratulations to our July and August nominees! John Merriweather , Desiree Nelson, GMS-T , Kiera DesChamps , Matt Was, GMS, CCHP

Looking forward to submission at: [email protected] or to Rachael Schepemaker, CF APMP . Please include their name, title, and WHY they should be celebrated!

!!! UNDER CONSTRUCTION !!!

WoGM is undergoing some major refresh for the Fall 2024. Thanks to the support of special project donations, we were able to raise funds for a complete overhaul and refresh of our brand, logo, and website!

The new website is underway and will be launched in October. Some exciting new features are member only areas, donations, resource center, and even more ways to communicate with your fellow WoGM members! We're excited to share more as it becomes available. Stay tuned!

Shout out to our website project sponsors: Bristol Global Mobility, National Corporate Housing, WR Immigration, & Suddath.

MORE WAYS TO GET INVOLVED

There are many ways to get involved with WoGM. Join some of our member chats below or reach out with a new idea. Would you like to host a book club? Want to have a hobby chat? We're all ears! Here's a few ways to get involved now:

Struggle Latte Chat

Hosted by: Miriam Van Kempen, Heart Relo

Chat about struggles, hard times, relationships, parenting and more in the Struggle Latte WhatsApp group whenever it's convenient for you.

Contact: [email protected] to be added.

Monthly Mobility Happy Hour

Hosted by: Lisa Fontana, Rocket Mortgage.

Meet with mobility pros the FIRST & THIRD THURSDAY of each month at 5:30pm EST.

Join the group for engaging conversations and networking. Sign-up is required to get the email reminders and group link.

Contact: [email protected]

UPCOMING EVENTS

Would you like to host an upcoming WoGM event tied to a local ERC, SHRM, or HR event? Is there a MUST SEE event you want WoGM to attend? Let us know!

WoGM Meetup Event San Diego - Rescheduled: September 25th

Join WoGM and our wonderful sponsors for an afternoon with a view. In the beautiful Crosby Club, in Rancho Santa Fe, CA. Just North of San Diego. Early Event Registration will open soon. RSVP to [email protected] with any dietary restrictions. This event is open to both suppliers and corporates on a first come first serve basis. The event space will be limited.

WoGM Networking Happy Hour - GWS in Washington DC - October 22nd 7pm

Join WoGM for an evening of networking ahead of the GWS 2024 conference in Washington DC. Location to be announced. If you are interested in sponsoring. Please reach out to Ceridwen "Ceri" Koski to secure your sponsorship package.

WoGM Corporate RoundTable Breakfast -GWS in Washington DC- October 24th 8:30am

Registration to open in late August. Join us for our 2nd annual corporate only benchmarking breakfast and networking session. Location and time to be announced. Sponsorships Available!

BE HER Community Retreat - Barcelona - October 24-27th

Struggle Latte with a Wink has grown up and has now blossomed into the BE HER Community and is welcoming you to join their BE HER retreat in Barcelona in October! Mehibe Hill and Miriam van Kempen have brought their passions together because they want to acknowledge every woman who gives themselves wholeheartedly in their careers in HR and Global Mobility, to their families, and to their friends.

The three-day retreat will be filled with time, space and opportunity to take a step back, breath and connect with the woman you want to be. More information at :([email protected]) or via WhatsApp: +31 6 18 39 24 83.

2024 SPONSORS -

WoGM depends on the kindness and support of sponsors like YOU! If you're interested in learning more about our sponsorship opportunities, our in-kind donation needs, or would like to co-host a mobility event, please reach out.

Contact our Sponsorship Chair Ceridwen "Ceri" Koski to learn more.

Want more ways to get involved? check out our closed LinkedIn Group or our website www.womenofglobalmobility.org for details, signup, and more information.