Oct
18
to Nov 7

2021 Fall Fundraiser

The United Women in Business (UWIB) is devoted to the professional and personal development for women across all industries. Given our goal is to facilitate the creation of meaningful connections to help members to excel and thrive, we are thrilled to reveal our virtual Fall Fundraiser: The UWIB Adviser Raffle!

UWIB has hand selected 35+ experienced professionals across several industries (Entertainment, Beauty, Finance, Healthcare, Government, Technology and more) to take part in this special initiative. For only $5 per ticket, UWIB and community members can enter to win a one time, 30-minute 1:1 virtual session with the UWIB Adviser(s) of your choice!  You can increase your chances of winning by purchasing as many tickets across as many Advisers as you would like! After the campaign ends on October 31st, 2020,  winners will randomly be selected and notified via email. From there, they will coordinate a time to connect with their Adviser. 


Should you be one of our selected winners, virtual session topics may include:

  • Learning more about your Advisers career trajectory and key learnings

  • Advice for someone in the specified field or for someone who is interested in joining that field

  • Recommendations of resources to subscribe to (i.e. books, articles, podcasts, etc.)

  • Other topics (pending Adviser) may include: Graduate school experience, working parent key learnings, mentorship and entrepreneurship experience


All proceeds will go back towards UWIB initiatives & programming.

 
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Sep
29

UWIB NYC: Group Fitness with Healthy on the Hudson

Join UWIB members for an outdoor HIIT class with Healthy on the Hudson, led by Lululemon! This is your chance to soak in the last bit of sunshine, while making new friendships.

*Please register via Healthy on the Hudson's site HERE*

It may sound like vitamin D, fresh air and meeting new friends was the best part...Almost! The best part is that attendance is FREE!

When: Wednesday, September 29 from 6:30PM – 8:00PM EST

Where: Hudson River Park, Pier 46

What to Bring: Yoga Mat

*This class is offered by Hudson River Park (Pier 46). To attend, please register in advance here.

*UWIB does not track or maintain records of vaccination or other COVID-related metrics. All are welcome and are asked to socialize only in a manner in which they feel comfortable.

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Aug
26

Virtual Floral Arranging Workshop

Learn the art of flower arranging with a wonderful group of women! See the description below for the registration link:

Take a break from your week and treat yourself to a night in with UWIB! The United Women in Business Foundation is thrilled to partner with Alice's Table, a women founded, women lead company as seen on Shark Tank, The Today Show, Forbes, and Vanity Fair.

Build your social network in a casual community setting and learn step-by-step how to create a beautiful arrangement in a stylish vase, all while gaining top floral tips and tricks.

Your ticket includes an abundance of farm-fresh flowers and vase delivered right to your doorstep the day before the event - all you need to bring is a pair of floral clippers or scissors!

The morning of the event we'll share live streaming instructions. Pour a beverage of your choice, get ready to connect with some amazing ladies, and log on for an intimate one-of-a-kind experience.

Please register by August 13th so the flowers can arrive at your home on time.

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Aug
18

UWIB NYC: Charcuterie in the Park

Celebrate the end of Summer with UWIB! Join us for a picnic-style Charcuterie Happy Hour in Central Park's Sheep Meadow!

Please join fellow UWIB Members for a late summer meet-up to network and reconnect! Come prepared to share and sample cheese and charcuterie while you mingle with fellow members as we celebrate the end of a great summer and prepare for an exciting fall season ahead.

  • Where: Central Park Sheep Meadow, Northwest Corner near West Drive

  • When: Wednesday, August 18 from 6:30 – 8:00PM

  • What to Bring: Feel free to bring your favorite cheese or charcuterie snack to share, a beverage of choice, and your preferred picnic-style seating.

  • UWIB will supply a small assortment of charcuterie and crackers to share. Utensils and plates will be provided. Further details will be provided via email to those who register.

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Jun
9

Webinar: First Annual Real Estate Round Table

Join UWIB on our First Annual Real Estate Roundtable and network with seasoned Real Estate professionals!

Are you looking for your next career move? Join UWIB for our First Annual Real Estate Roundtable on Wed, June 9th at 6:30pm EST.

Four seasoned professionals in the real estate industry will share their stories on how they landed their current jobs, what they do on the day-to-day and how you can get yourself in their shoes!

Lily Twomey, Principal Associate at Capital One, will moderate the discussion. You don’t want to miss out on these tips and tricks or the networking session at the end of the event!

Featured Panelists:

Agenda:

  • 6:30pm - 6:40pm: Welcome & Introductions

  • 6:40pm - 7:15pm: Panel discussion

  • 7:15pm - 7:30pm: Q&A and closing statements

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May
13

Webinar: Female Leadership in Politics

Join UWIB for a candid conversation with leading ladies in politics and learn about the current landscape, and career opportunities

This panel will showcase how successful female leaders have been able to take their passion for politics and turn it into a successful career both within the sphere of political campaigns and beyond. Our speakers have used their skills from the national campaign circuit to launch successful careers in fundraising, development, strategic communications and more! The purpose of this panel is to expose our members to an array of professional opportunities both within the political realm, and learn how to pivot those skills into other fields.

What you'll get:

  • A realistic and informative look into a career in politics and the existing paths and possibilities in the current landscape

  • Success stories from leading ladies who have successfully leveraged their careers in politics to forge their own paths

  • Insights into how to maximize your experience working in politics as a woman at any level

  • An interactive Q & A session with notable female leaders

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Apr
30

Webinar: Investing 101

Overwhelmed by the idea of investing and not sure where to begin? Join UWIB member, Bonnie Mangold for a two-part conversation on Investing!

What you'll get:

  • An introduction to investing concepts and strategies such as: goal setting, diversification, risk and reward, discipline and momentum.

  • Tips and tricks for engaging with your 401(k), maximizing employer-matching contributions, and being savvy from a tax perspective.

  • Join us for Part 2 on April 30th. During that session, we will talk through implementation of and follow-through on the concepts discussed in Part 1.

All UWIB members and their guests are welcome!

Our Special Guest: Bonnie Mangold

Bonnie Mangold, UWIB member and financial advisor by trade, provides comprehensive financial planning services to proactively address each person’s individualized needs. A substantial portion of Bonnie's practice is dedicated to empowering women of all ages to create financial security for themselves and their families. Building upon her prior experience as a financial services litigation attorney, Bonnie specializes in providing personalized, strategic advice to help women identify and avoid potential obstacles that may exist on the path to achieving their financial goals. By utilizing a goal-based approach to financial planning, she ensures that her clients’ intentions have been understood and their needs are being addressed head-on.

Bonnie regularly educates women across the country on fundamental financial planning topics, including budgeting, saving, goal-setting, managing debt, and more! Bonnie is a graduate of William & Mary Law School and Colby College and her multi state financial planning practice is with Northwestern Mutual. Northwestern Mutual is the marketing name for The Northwestern Mutual Life Insurance Company, Milwaukee, WI (NM) and its subsidiaries. Bonnie Marie Mangold is an Insurance Agent of NM and a Registered Representative of Northwestern Mutual Investment Services, LLC (NMIS) (securities), a subsidiary of NM, broker-dealer, registered investment adviser and member FINRA and SIPC.

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Apr
27

Webinar: Articulate Your Why with Marissa Feinberg

Join us for an evening with Marissa Feinberg who will walk us through how to Articulate Your Why for Yourself, Your Brand, and Your Audience

All businesses, organizations, and careers operate on three levels: (1) WHAT we do(2) HOW we do it, and (3) WHY we do it. We’re all acquainted with WHAT we do—the products we sell, the services we offer, the jobs we do. A few of us know HOW we do it—the things we think differentiate us or make us unique compared to the rest of the crowd, or our competition. But only a handful of us can clearly articulate WHY we do what we do

Join UWIB for a conversation with Marissa Feinberg, Founder and Chief Storyteller of Triple Bottom Why, on April 27th Thursday at 6pm EST. Marissa will walk us through how to Articulate Your Why for Yourself, Your Brand, and Your Audience.

Agenda:

  • 6:30pm - 6:40pm: Welcome & Introductions

  • 6:40pm - 7:15pm: Articulate Your Why with Marissa Feinberg

  • 7:15pm - 7:30pm: Q&A and closing statements

  • 7:30pm: Optional Virtual Speed Networking

Where: Zoom (details to be sent out the day of event)

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Mar
16

Webinar: First Annual Finance Roundtable

Join us for an evening of networking with experts in the financial industry during our first annual Finance Roundtable!

Get smart with your career to increase your wealth and provide financial freedom for your future.💡Wonder what it takes to break into finance? Want to learn more about making the right money moves for a living?

Join UWIB members for our first ever virtual industry-specific panel! 💸 The Finance Roundtable 💸 Tuesday, March 16th 2021 at 6:30pm EST — will be a one hour session of learning the ins and out of trading, portfolio management and real-estate investing.

Our powerhouse panelists are industry experts Lauren Gargano from KeyBank, Patrick Finn from Ernst & Young, Sheridan Ainsworth from Wells Fargo and Logan Wolf from Merrill Lynch. They will cover several topics, including:

  • What a typical day looks like from several areas of the industry

  • Why they pursued a career in finance

  • How did they break into their past & current roles

  • Biggest challenges that the industry faces during these unprecedented times

Agenda:

  • 6:30pm - 6:40pm: Welcome & Introductions

  • 6:40pm - 7:15pm: Panel discussion

  • 7:15pm - 7:30pm: Q&A and closing statements

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Mar
10

Virtual Speed Networking

Expand your network in just one hour!

Join us for our first ever Virtual Speed Networking event! The evening will be split into two parts: Industry Chats and 1:1 Connections.

Virtual Speed Networking works a lot like 'Virtual Speed Dating' without the 'Dating'. Whether you are seasoned in your career, just starting out, an entrepreneur or simply looking to meet new connections, this is the perfect event for you to expand your connections.

We feel building new professional connections should be both comfortable and fun!

During this event, UWIB Members will:

  • Have the opportunity to learn more about the United Women in Business Foundation

  • Connect with a group in your industry or similar industry

  • Connect directly with two additional members 1:1

Agenda:

  • 6:30pm - 6:35pm: Welcome & Introduction

  • 6:35pm - 6:50pm: Industry Chats

  • 6:50pm - 7:05pm: 1:1 Connections (Round 1)

  • 7:05pm - 7:10pm: Break

  • 7:10Pm - 7:25pm: 1:1 Connections (Round 2)

  • 7:25pm - 7:30pm: Closing Statements

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Feb
24

Webinar: Finding Your Authentic Self with Life Coach Carolynn Morris

Have you felt overwhelmed, inadequate, or defeated lately?

The rollercoaster of life has been nauseating at best recently and it’s time to get off the ride and be(come) your highest self. How are you honoring your authentic, genuine self and calibrating to your dreams, goals, and ambitions in life?

During this workshop UWIB Members will learn from Carolynn how to:

  • Shred the should’s we have been given

  • Create personal standing ovation routines

  • Remove the work armor and truly connect with others

We will discuss actionable tactics and strategies to increase self-confidence, connect with others, and honor our highest self, both professionally and personally. Bring a pen and paper (or an electronic device) to sketch out different ideas and takeaways.

There will be live participation from our audience members to engage in experiences together. Please come prepared to participate, have your cameras on, and let the good times rock and roll!

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Feb
17

Webinar: Grow Your Side Hustle: Sign Your First 3 Clients & Beyond

Get Your Dream Consulting, Coaching or Service Business Off the Ground

As an aspiring or new coach, consultant, or service provider, you LOVE the idea of working with clients, designing your own schedule, and making a difference in people’s lives... but the part where you have to find clients and convince them to work with you? That’s a different story.

With so many marketing options to choose from (Grow your Instagram! Run Facebook ads! Build a funnel!), it’s easy to spend months or years spinning your wheels with little results to show for your hard work.

It doesn’t need to be this way! In this virtual workshop, UWIB Members will learn business coach expert, Carla Blumenthal's, step-by-step process to sign clients by leveraging the resources already available to you--your current relationships.

During this workshop UWIB Members will learn:

  • The super simple, counterintuitive strategy to bring in new ideal clients (without expensive ads, complicated funnels, or a big Instagram following)

  • How to connect with potential clients authentically and confidently with my relationship-driven outreach system

  • How to leverage your natural talents as an introvert, empath, or sensitive person to sign high-paying clients (without being salesy)

Agenda:

  • 6:30pm - 6:40pm: Welcome & Introduction to Carla

  • 6:40pm - 7:40pm: Side Hustle 101 Workshop

  • 7:40pm - 7:45pm: Closing Statements

  • 7:45pm - 8pm: Optional Speed Networking via Zoom Breakout Rooms

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Jan
13

Webinar: Ladies Who Hustle 2021

UWIB's annual event is back & better than ever! Join us for a fun & informative evening as we conduct a panel discussion w/ female founders.

UWIB's annual event is back and better than ever! Join us for a fun and informative evening as we conduct a panel discussion with four outstanding women who have hustled hard for their success. Attendees will have the chance to learn the ins and outs of what it takes to make a side hustle a reality - or full-time career! After the panel discussion, attendees will have the opportunity to participate in a Q&A session with the panelists. Our lineup of panelists includes leaders/founders at Glowbar, Showcase, Industry Standard, Nora Agency and more! The evening will be moderated by Creator & Host, Gabriela Ulloa.

Agenda

  • 6:30pm - 6:35pm EST: Opening/Meet the Panelists

  • 6:35pm - 7:15pm EST: Panel Discussion

  • 7:15pm - 8:00pm EST: Q&A Statement / Meet the Panelists

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