The Power of Women's Networks

Women's business networks are flourishing within corporations, communities and across the globe. These networks have grown out of the need for businesses and communities to be more inclusive of women as leaders and the critical need for women to support each other. This webinar will share the qualities of an effective women's network and how these organizations can be used more effectively to advance individuals and entire organizations and communities. Key takeaways:

1. Learn about the existence and growth of women's networks in Central Ohio
2. Learn best practices for running effective women's networks and corporate employee resource groups
3. Understand how these organizations can contribute to the advancement of women and the bottom line of businesses

Presenter: TaKeysha Sheppard Cheney is the founder, CEO & publisher of The Women's Book, a media company she created to connect businesswomen to resources to advance their careers, communities and lifestyles. It shares news, events, women's organizations, corporate initiatives, and profiles of inspiring women in business in print, online, and through social media and events that bring The Women's Book to life. Cheney works regularly with corporate and community leaders to help develop and promote programming designed to raise the profile and engage businesswomen and those who support their success. She has spoken to a variety of corporate women's groups and professional associations about the value of networking and women's business networks such as Nationwide Insurance, the National Association of Women in Construction and the Institute for Women's Leadership.

About our webinars:

The Columbus Chamber is proud to host the Smart Edge Professional Development Webinar Series in 2014. Our monthly webinars provide consistent, easy access educational opportunities for members—by members. Watch for them every second Tuesday at 10 a.m. Each lasts 30-45 minutes. You can also watch past webinars on demand.