Anticipating the Curve – Proactive Strategies for Women in Transition

Event description
Transitions present both challenges and opportunities. Join us for this engaging presentation by Kathy Sturgis, PhD, who will be talking about proactively preparing for transition. The program will cover:
1. Adopting an “opportunity mindset” based on the facts (why now is a good time for transition in the RTP)
2. Understanding the transition process – learn more about what to expect and assess where you are in the transition process
3. Connecting vision to action with the “career development checklist” – apply the 3 visioning questions and determine your next steps
4. Summoning your positive power – gather some communication and networking tips to support your success

Learning objectives
1. Learn the difference between change and transition and locate yourself on the transition scale
2. Connect vision to action with 3 simple questions
3. Plan your next steps and gather some quick tips to jumpstart your networking/communication

Agenda
5:30 PM - 6:15 PM   Reception, heavy d'oeuvres
6:15 PM - 7:15 PM   Kathy Sturgis, PhD - main program: Anticipating the Curve – Proactive Strategies for Women in Transition
7:15 PM - 7:30 PM   Merz VP of human resources, Hyunna Coelho
7:30 PM - 8:00 PM   Desserts, networking

Event location
Merz Pharmaceuticals
6501 Six Forks Road
Raleigh, NC 27605
(919) 582-8000

Directions

Special instructions:
Merz is located in North Raleigh on Six Forks Road, halfway between the 440 beltline and the 540 outer loop. Allow extra time for commute traffic.

Sponsors




Speaker
Kathy Sturgis
CEO, momentum specialist, Refreshment Zone
Twitter handle: @refreshmentzone

Registration information
Event is open to: HBA members and nonmembers
Online registration deadline: September 8, 2015
Onsite (walk-in) registration: Is allowed

Member rate:
$15 until September 8, 2015
$20 after September 8, 2015

Nonmember rate:
$20 until September 8, 2015
$25 after September 8, 2015

Space is limited to 50 registrants.

Cancellations/refunds
Is this event refundable? Yes
If yes, requests must be submitted in writing to events@hbanet.org by September 8, 2015; no refunds are available after this date.

Event questions/support
- Chapter contact for event: Kathy Meserve at kathy.meserve@tcgmedtech.com or (919) 271-6585
- Membership questions: membership@hbanet.org or 973-575-0606 ext 1
- Online registration assistance: events@hbanet.org or 973-575-0606 ext 3

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Pricing

	Member	Non-Member
Regular Registration	$20.00 / €17.00	$25.00 / €21.00

Members receive up to 50 percent discount

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