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Welcome from NAFE! Congratulations to NAFE’s 2007 Top Companies for Executive Women. Photo: Representatives from winning companies at recent Awards Luncheon and Betty Spence , President of NAFE (center).

The NAFE 2007 Top Companies for Executive Women Awards Luncheon
on March 28 th was our best Top Companies event ever. Nearly 400 executive women met to celebrate the 30 winning companies and 5 outstanding not-for-profits at Cipriani’s in New York City . Click here to read more about these trailblazing organizations that are changing the face of the corner office.

NAFE Breakfast Club in Atlanta . Join us in Atlanta on April 12 th – for another outstanding NAFE breakfast event. The speaker is Kathi Elster , co-author of Working with You is Killing Me. She will help you free yourself from emotional traps at work, presenting “ a highly practical and easily implemented guide to making the situation workable, ” relevant to entrepreneurs and corporate employees alike. The event will be held at the Hyatt Regency in Atlanta . Great presentation – plus outstanding networking opportunities. Go to the NAFE website to register now!
Note: Katherine Crowley, Kathi Elster’s co-author on Working With You Is Killing Me, will be speaking at the NAFE Breakfast Club in Chicago on May 24th. If you live in or near the Windy City, mark your calendar for this exciting upcoming event.

Get Ink. To celebrate NAFE’s 35th anniversary, Jennifer Pellet, the editor of NAFE Magazine, is looking for members' stories on what NAFE means to you - and how it has helped you professionally or personally. Share your stories and see your name in print! The format for submissions is a first-person anecdote of no more than 150 words. Please e-mail your submission to jpellet5@aol.com along with your e-mail address, phone number, and the city and state where you live. Please put “NAFE member roundup” in the subject line. Deadline: April 16.

New NAFE Affiliate in Beverly Hills ! NAFE Regional Coordinator Robbie Motter (also founder of the For You local networks), announces the kickoff event for a new Melrose-Beverly Hills group. They will meet the third Friday of each month at noon starting April 20th at the beautiful award-winning Chocolate Restaurant at 8155 Melrose Ave (1/4 block from Beverly Center and across the street from the Improv). The first meeting will feature June Davidson, a national speaker, trainer and President of American Seminar Leaders and Coaching Firm International. Her topic will be The Millionaire Blueprint for Women. For further information, contact Robbie at 888-244-4420, rmotter@aol.com.

New NAFE Affiliate in Massachusetts ! President of the Boston Women's Network Nancy Carmichael announces the formation of a new affiliate group in the Martha’s Vineyard area. The group will be called Boston Women's Network - The Vineyard Chapter, and will be led by Bonnie Marcus. Interested? Contact Nancy at
nancy@onyx-productions.com.

Now in Paperback! This Is How We Do It : The Working Mothers' Manifesto written by Carol Evans, CEO of Working Mother Media, NAFE’s parent organization, will be available in softcover format this month. If you haven’t already read this inspiring and funny tome on work-life balance from a woman’s point of view, do it now. You’ll recognize yourself on every page.

Disability-Workplace Award. U.S. Secretary of Labor Elaine Chao is seeking applications for the New Freedom Award to Advance Employment of People With Disabilities. The award program is open to nonprofits, businesses, and individuals who have demonstrated exemplary and innovative efforts to advance the employment and workplace environment of people with disabilities. Deadline: April 30, 2007.

Sweepstakes to Honor Outstanding Individuals. Enter the Edge Across America Sweepstakes and win one of 50 new cars. Grand prize winner also gets an Extreme Garage Makeover. The competition seeks outstanding Americans who have “bold, motivating success stories to tell.” You can nominate yourself - or another individual. Deadline: May 20, 2007.

19th Annual InfoSec Conference & Exhibit - Free. On June 4-5, 2007, the United Nations will host this event at U.N. Headquarters, New York City, to help celebrate World Information Society Day. Theme: Promoting Global Cyber Security; The Importance of Building Confidence and Trust in the Internet & IT. Register to attend now, at no charge: www.aitglobal.com.

Making the Impossible Possible Scholarship 2007. This scholarship opportunity is offered by a foundation headed by NAFE member Charlese Brown, publisher of Charlese Wedding and Home Magazine. Open to students of any age accepted to a four-year accredited institution. Amount: $500. Deadline to apply: September 30, 2007.

How to Get Free Publicity. On May 3rd and again on June 7th, New York NAFE member Aldina Tracey invites you to attend How to Generate Free Publicity to Get Your Business Noticed. This seminar will show you proven techniques and money-saving tips for publicizing your company. Learn valuable PR secrets to get your company featured in newspapers and magazines or on TV or radio without paying for it. All attendees will receive a free marketing guide. Bring your business cards and company materials. Time: 6:00-8:00 PM. Location: TRS Inc. Professional Suite, 44 East 32nd Street, 11th Floor, New York, NY. Cost: $45 for NAFE members; $55 for others. Contact Aldina at 718-740-8572.

Free Tips: How to Give a Knockout Presentation. NAFE member Diane DiResta is offering a free audio course entitled 7 Deadly Mistakes Speakers Make and How to Avoid Them for Maximum Success. You’ll receive quick audio tips delivered to your desktop. Sign up at www.diresta.com.

Working Mother Media Needs Interns. Working Mother Media, publisher of Working Mother magazine and the parent company of NAFE, is looking for interns for the summer semester. Location: New York City (Manhattan). Description: part-time interns to assist the Publisher and CEO. Great opportunity to learn how a media company is run and to interact with all the departments, including Marketing, Production, Editorial, Events and Sales. Flexible hours. Some administrative experience a plus; college credit available. Please contact internbr@workingmother.com.

Paula Damiano, NAFE E-Newsletter editor, is now a book reviewer for the Journal of the Mensa Educational and Research Foundation. Her first review (Re-Forming Gifted Education) appeared in the Winter 2006 issue.

Bronwyn Martin, a financial advisor for Ameriprise Financial Services in Kennett Square, PA, has received the 2007 Women in Business Champion of the Year award from the Small Business Administration, Philadelphia District Office. Bronwyn is also the founder of Chester County Women (a local NAFE affiliate), which will soon celebrate its fourth anniversary.

Charlese E. Brown, publisher of Charlese Wedding and Home Magazine, has just released her first book: From Tuesday to Friday. The book is about the author's relationship with her mother; the title highlights the days before her mother's death. The focus of the book is healing and the power of forgiveness.

Success Boot Camp 2007. Gain access to the right people faster and more often, present confidently to executives, and get what you want through fearless negotiation. The Success Boot Camp is comprised of a series of three separate one-day sessions, offered several weeks apart, beginning on April 26th. Location: Bentley College, Waltham, MA. Cost: $399 for NAFE members - all three sessions, $199 - individual sessions based upon availability. This discount is offered by NAFE Regional Coordinator Pat Whitney: 802-672-4370, pwhitney@vermontel.net.

2007 National Forum on Women in Executive Leadership. The American Strategic Management Institute (ASMI) invites you to hear NAFE President Dr. Betty Spence speak at the 2007 National Forum on Women in Executive Leadership in Arlington, VA from April 12-13. This conference will teach women executives in both the public and private sectors how to develop and implement strategies in communication, leadership and teamwork. Join thought leaders and colleagues from across the nation and learn how to develop a work and life balance, implement effective mentorship programs and bolster your professional development. All NAFE members receive 20% tuition discount. Visit http://www.WomenLeadersWeb.org or call (703) 894-0481 to learn more about the conference or to register.

Upscale Job Fair in Tarrytown, NY. On April 12, 2007, Professional Connections Forum and Women@Work will host an all-day job fair at the Westchester Marriott Hotel in Tarrytown. They are expecting 20 companies and 500 women looking for mid- to senior-level positions across all industry sectors. Take your resume. Visit their website or call Lynne Marino at 203-762-7263 for more details.

WomenLead 2007. If ever there was a time for women to lead, that time is now and the leader is you. This is the theme of WomenLead 2007, an exciting, high-energy one-day conference and cocktail reception being held on May 8, 2007 in Los Angeles with this country’s bestselling business authors: Dr. Lois Frankel (Nice Girls Don’t Get the Corner Office), Dr. Kathleen Kelly Reardon (It’s All Politics), Fortune magazine columnist Anne Fisher, Barbara Stanny (Secrets of Six Figure Women) and Carol Frohlinger (Her Place at the Table). For more information, visit the website. Use the promo code “NAFE” for a discounted registration fee.

Fellowship Program - MBADiversity. MBADiversity, a NAFE associate partner, began as a grassroots movement in 2003 and has since evolved into a 501(c)(3) inclusive MBA prep program and professional membership organization. Click here to get information about the organization and their popular fellowship program, which includes GMAT prep and scholarships. Application deadline: April 15, 2007 (summer program).

Five Tips for Marketing Yourself in Today’s Workplace

Former NAFE E-Newsletter editor Lindsey Pollak is thrilled to share tips from her new book, Getting from College to Career: 90 Things to Do Before You Join the Real World, published this week by HarperCollins. The book gives college students and recent grads 90 action-oriented tips to get a foot in the door of the real world.

Much of the advice in the book relates to professionals at any stage of their careers. Here are Lindsey’s top five tips for her fellow NAFE members:

1, Become an industry expert. Set up free keyword news alerts [http://www.google.com/alerts] for companies, industries, products or events related to your industry. This means you’ll be the very first to know about new products, new management and new business opportunities-invaluable knowledge when you’re pitching a client, networking or selling yourself in a job interview.

2. Shine online. These days, your Internet image is becoming as important as your in-person image. Make sure that you are “Google-able” by setting up a professional profile on a website such as LinkedIn.com or Ryze.com, or reviewing books (ideally related to your career expertise) on Amazon.com or BarnesandNoble.com.

3. Set a goal before every networking event you attend. Too many people attend events hoping that something positive will happen. It’s your job to make it happen! Set a goal for every event, such as meeting one helpful new contact, getting a referral for a service you need, practicing your new elevator pitch or asking the speaker a question about current industry trends.

4. Make following up a cinch. When you meet someone you’d like to connect with again, be sure to close the deal on the spot. Instead of hoping the person will remember you, simply say in the moment, “I’ve really enjoyed meeting you, and I’d like to follow up if you’re willing. What’s the best time and method for getting in touch?” Then you can follow up exactly as instructed, and your fabulous contact will be eagerly expecting your communication.

5. Don’t curb your enthusiasm. All my research into career success yielded many tips and tactics, but one truth stood out above all: passion matters. An employer or client will often choose to work with the person who is most excited about her work and loves coming in every day. Be that person and let your enthusiasm shine through!

Washington, DC
April 12, 2007
The NAFE local affiliate Greater Washington Women's Network and its director Mary Greene invite you to a program titled Healthy and Wise: Wellness Counts from 6:00-8:30 PM at 1201 F Street NW, Washington, DC. For more information, contact Mary: elegwf@aol.com, 202-478-4150.

Boston, MA
April 17, 2007
Women For Hire Career Expos. Meet top employers in the fields of accounting, aerospace, consulting, education, engineering, finance, financial services, government, healthcare, hospitality, human resources, insurance, law enforcement, pharmaceuticals, retail management, sales, or technology! Entry level to experienced professional positions available. Free admission for professional women. Resumes and business attire required. Free resume critiquing and exceptional seminars. Be sure to sign up for the Early Morning Seminars before each event to meet Women For Hire CEO and ABC’s Good Morning America’s Workplace Contributor, Tory Johnson.

New York, NY
April 25, 2007
PWICA, a local NAFE affiliate based at Pace University in Manhattan, is co-sponsoring a program titled Stress Less with speaker Bruce Katlin. This workshop provides practical solutions and easy to use methods to recognize, reduce and convert stress into positive energy, including breathing, visualization, journaling, meditation and laughter. Time: 6:30-8:00 PM. Place: 1 Pace Plaza, Multipurpose Room. Cost: Free to PWICA members, $5 for others to attend. To sign up, email bmiller@pace.edu.

Anywhere
April 27-29, 2007
Walk the Walk for Financial Freedom - A Business Growth Summit for Women Business Owners is a virtual conference for women business owners who want phenomenal growth. NAFE member Cynthia Renee Frazier invites you to attend. You will develop a million-dollar action plan for sustainable business growth, and leave with hundreds of strategies used by extremely successful women.

Marina Del Rey, CA
April 28, 2007
For You networks will hold their 3rd Annual Spring Fling, Luncheon, Fashion Show, Silent Auction, Entertainment and Vendor display. The event will take place on April 28th at the Harbor House Restaurant, 4211 Admiralty Way, Marina Del Rey from 10:00 AM to 4:30 PM. Robbie Motter, founder of the For You networks and NAFE Regional Coordinator, says, “Bring lots of cards and literature as we will have a place for everyone to put their business information and have allowed time for networking as well. The event is open to all NAFE members and guests. Cost: $35.00 per person (member) or $50.00 for two (member); $45.00 for guests. For more information and location, contact Robbie Motter.

Robbinsville, NJ
May 12, 2007
NAFE member Terri Petry invites you to the 1st Annual Head to Toe Women's Expo, sponsored by Mercer County Woman newspaper. This free event is billed as "The Ultimate Girl's Day Out" and will include over 30 informative seminars, 70+ exhibitors, a Raffle Auction, music, flowers, fashion consultations, and more. Contact: mcwoman@optonline.net.

Chicago, IL
May 23, 2007
Working Mother Media presents another in its series of Women’s Multicultural Town Halls. These one-day diversity events around the USA provide a cutting-edge yet safe forum for conversations on race, culture and gender in the workplace. Same-race and cross-race discussion groups, inspiring keynote speakers, and more make this a don’t miss event. The topic is Power: Own It. Use It. Share It.

Log onto the NAFE website (use your last name and NAFE member number) to view our ever-expanding Calendar of Events for opportunities around the country. The new Search function makes the Calendar even more useful and accessible.
Use the Event Submission Form online to let us know about events in your area. Events submitted for the website will also be considered for the NAFE E-Newsletter - twice the exposure for one listing!