Thursday, March 18, 2010

Women's Exchange of Washtenaw doubles workshops for annual business forum

ANN ARBOR, MI – The Women’s Exchange of Washtenaw will host its dynamic, all-day forum for women business leaders on Friday, May 21, 2010, at the Kensington Court Hotel in Ann Arbor.

The event will engage the business community by helping women business leaders work through common issues in their efforts to grow and improve their companies. The WXW Forum provides an interactive and lively experience with regional speakers, workshops, breakout sessions, and networking activities.

The WXW expects more than 300 women business leaders from across Southeast Michigan and Northwest Ohio to attend this third annual event. The number of workshops has doubled, in response to feedback from the 2009 event. Local experts and practitioners will share their expertise in the areas of sales, customer satisfaction and loyalty, social media, strategic networking, career planning and more. Morning and afternoon workshops include a takeaway workbook and actionable plans for implementation.

Confirmed lunchtime panelists include: Dr. Ora Pescovitz, CEO, University of Michigan Health System; Kristi Mailloux, President, Molly Maid, Inc.; and Diane E. Ward, Chief Executive Officer Southeastern Michigan Red Cross Blood Services. Following the workshops a series of WXW’s patented “Exchange Sessions” will occur.

Early bird registration is available online for $75 through May 1, 2010. After May 1 the cost will be $95. The complete schedule and registration information is available at wxwbusiness.com.

The mission of the Women’s Exchange of Washtenaw (WXW) is to host unique events where women business leaders talk through their issues, share experiences and ideas, and form lasting connections. Ann Arbor businesswomen Carrie Hensel and Debra Power founded WXW in 2007. They saw the need for an organization dedicated to women who are building strong and growing companies. Today, the WXW serves over 800 women with interactive events and networking opportunities.


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