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University of Oklahoma Outreach presents —

Oklahoma Women's Symposium

The Time is Now . . .
Reinvent, Reinvest & Reshape Your Life

Symposium Information

Oklahoma Women's Symposium

Oklahoma Women’s Symposium

The Time is Now ... Reinvent, Reinvest & Reshape Your Life

October 15, 2009
8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.

Registration, Continental Breakfast and Exhibits
begin at 7:30 a.m.
Cox Convention Center, Downtown Oklahoma City

Sponsors:

University of Oklahoma Outreach Coppermark Bank
OU Medicine / OU Breast Institute Pi Beta Phi Wimgo

 

Why You Should Attend

  • Day-long conference designed to empower women in our state.

  • A forum where women can share strategies to successfully manage the diverse and complicated challenges they face while working and raising families.

  • Attendees will gain invaluable insights on a full range of issues affecting all women – in the workplace, at home and in the community.

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A Day Full of Exciting Speakers & Topics

 

  • Mary Ann Bauman — Fight Fatigue
  • Sherri Coale — Live with Purpose
  • Melissa Garcia — Frugal Living in Today’s Economy
  • Linda Haneborg — A Straight “A” Leadership Style: How to Find Yours
  • Jennifer Howard — Raising Confident, Valued Young Women in Today’s World
  • Cathy Keating — The Road to Success is Not Paved with Gold…Conversely, it is Chock Full of Speed Bumps and Pot Holes
  • Annette Klososky — Your Time is Now…How to Realize Your Dreams
  • Charlotte Lankard — Don’t Skip Recess
  • Robin Marsh — Emcee and Emotional Responding Exercise
  • Monique Terrell — The Feminine Advantage

 

See Our Dynamic Speaker Lineup

 

Mary Ann BaumanMary Ann Bauman — Fight Fatigue
Author, Physician and Featured Television Expert and Program Developer on Health-related Topics

Dr. Bauman is a popular speaker with both men and women’s groups. She is a motivator and her passion is contagious! She provides medical information without the confusing medical jargon, to help the audience easily understand what can be very complex topics. Her mantra, “insight is not enough,” helps the audience realize that they need to actually change behavior not just understand the concepts. Dr. Bauman always provides practical tips and welcomes Q&A. She frequently uses humor to emphasize her points and is a strong advocate for healthy living.

Dr. Bauman is the author of Fight Fatigue—Six Simple Steps to Maximize Your Energy (Tate Publishing, 2005). This book helps women tackle the all-too-common problem of feeling run down and tired. After all, fatigue is the #1 reason women visit their doctors. A novel, easy approach to maximizing energy, this method is designed to fit into the busiest of schedules. Several different presentations based on Fight Fatigue will include stories about women who have won the energy battle and those who still struggle. Dr. Bauman emphasizes taking action to identify and eliminate one’s personal energy thieves.

 

Sherri CoaleSherri Coale — Live with Purpose
Head Women’s Basketball Coach, University of Oklahoma

Beginning her fourteenth season as head coach of the University of Oklahoma women’s basketball team, Sherri Coale is considered one of the top collegiate coaches in the nation. Coach Coale accepted the top coaching position at Oklahoma in 1996. Sherri Coale turned a struggling program into a national title contender in a short period of time. Since 1996, the Sooners have won six regular season Big 12 titles, four Big 12 tournament titles and made ten straight appearances in the NCAA tournament. Coach Coale’s greatest accomplishment came during the 2001-2002 season, when Oklahoma became the first Big 12 Conference team to advance to the NCAA Final Four, appearing in the National Championship game.

One of the most respected coaches in NCAA Division 1 basketball, Sherri Coale currently serves as President of the Women’s Basketball Coaches Association. A popular request for interviews and public speaking, Coale’s wit and charm led her to co-host the 2004 NCAA Woman of the Year awards televised on ESPN. Her goals have always been to maximize the potential of her players and team on and off the court by encouraging excellence in the classroom and service in the community. Coale epitomizes the balance of career and family.

 

Melissa GarciaMelissa Garcia — Frugal Living in Today’s Economy
Founder of ConsumerQueen.com

Melissa Garcia is 33 years old and celebrated 13 years of marriage to her husband on October 7th. They have two children, two dogs and one cat. Melissa has been a member of Edmond Road Baptist Church for 30 years where she participates in the Music Ministry. She was a stay-at-home mom for 12 years and started her site to help friends and family learn how to save money. “It was a great hobby for me and it felt great being able to contribute to my family,” said Melissa.

In 1996 Morestealsanddeals.com was formed which is now called ConsumerQueen.com. The original purpose of the Web site was to help other families struggling and in very similar situations as her own feel good about being able to contribute so much just by clipping a few coupons. ConsumerQueen.com has grown extensively over the past two years with over 8,000 members across the United States.

 

Linda HaneborgLinda Haneborg - A Straight “A” Leadership Style: How To Find Yours
Marketing Consultant, Motivational Speaker and Publicist

Linda Haneborg serves as president of Haneborg Holdings, Chairman of Linda Haneborg & Associates and as senior director for Therametics. She specializes in brand building, board building and dream weaving for her clients. A frequent speaker at universities and professional conferences across North America, she is the author of and contributor to numerous national articles and books. National involvement includes membership in the White House Women’s Information Network, the Women’s Leadership Board at the John F. Kennedy School of Government at Harvard University, Esther Women, International Association of Business Communicators (IABC), the Board of Directors of St. Gregory’s University, the Association for Women in Communications (AWC) and the National Women Business Owners Corporation (NWBOC).

A recipient of more than 500 marketing and communications awards, Haneborg was named a Woman of Excellence by Oklahoma City University in 2008 and received the Lifetime Achievement Award from the Journal Record Woman of the Year program. Often described as the Maverick Marketing Maven, Haneborg’s success and fulfillment in life comes from helping others to maximize their potential through defining and implementation of their individual strengths.

 

Jennifer HowardJennifer Howard - Raising Confident, Valued Young Women in Today’s World
Small Business Development Coach, Positive Business Solutions

An active member of the Greater Oklahoma City community, Jennifer Howard is a small business development coach. Her company, Positive Business Solutions, provides clients with the necessary tools to learn how to work ON their businesses instead of IN them.

A former Corporate-Fix-It-Person and sales mentor for over 20 years, Jennifer is an active Chamber member (Edmond and Oklahoma City), community volunteer and serves on the International Board for the Association of Image Consultants International (AICI). She is a certified image consultant.

 

Cathy KeatingCathy Keating - The Road to Success is Not Paved with Gold…Conversely, it is Chock Full of Speed Bumps and Pot Holes
Managing Director, Express Personnel Services, Inc. Marymount University Regent and Former First Lady of Oklahoma

While serving as the First Lady of the State of Oklahoma, Cathy Keating led a statewide conference in January 1997 to kick off the women’s health campaign. Oklahoma Women’s Health Network was formed to promote, educate and heighten awareness of women’s health issues. The Keatings dealt with tragic events while serving the state - from the Oklahoma City bombing to major tornadoes. After the April 19, 1995 Oklahoma City Bombing, Cathy published a book with Random House titled In Their Name (Oklahoma City: The Official Commemorative Volume), which was on the New York Times bestseller list for 6 weeks, with proceeds of over $1 million for long-term recovery needs of families and victims. She was actively involved in raising $7 million to ensure free college education or vocational training for each child who lost one or both parents. Mrs. Keating created and served on the Women’s Build Board of Directors for Habitat For Humanity International. She has received numerous awards and is recognized for her community service in many health-related organizations, the OKC Children’s Miracle Network, Dancing for Kids Star Gala, OKC Freedom Walk, restoration and renovation of historic buildings including the governor’s mansion.

 

Annette KlososkyAnnette Klososky - Your Time is Now…How to Realize Your Dreams
President, Executive Development Associates and Owner, EWF International (Executive Women’s Forum)

Annette Klososky currently serves as president of Executive Development Associates and is owner of EWF International® (Executive Women’s Forum). She provides overall direction and guidance to the operational activities of the organization with the objective of maximizing growth and profitability as well as day-to-day leadership and management to all company functions.

Klososky is well suited to successfully position the organization in a rapidly evolving and competitive environment with her experience of building and growing a business from the ground up. Klososky was the first franchise owner for EWF International® and in less than 12 months built a solid, successful peer advisory network business with its members representing companies with over 40,000 employees and $23 billion in total annual revenues. Her franchise was featured in Entrepreneur Magazine. (March 2005)

 

Charlotte LankardCharlotte Lankard - Don’t Skip Recess
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, Weekly columnist for The Oklahoman and author of It’s Called Life: Living, Loving, Hurting, Changing

Currently a licensed marriage and family therapist in private practice, Charlotte is a well-known weekly columnist for The Oklahoman. She retired in April as Director for the INTEGRIS Health’s James Hall Center for Mind, Body and Spirit. In 1992, she founded CALM WATERS — a non-profit group that provides grief and divorce support groups for children, ages 4–18 and their adult family members.

Charlotte was recognized by HeartLine, as a community leader who made “significant contributions and leadership in physical, mental and spiritual wellness.” She was named “A Lady in the News” by The Oklahoma City Hospitality Club and “Executive Woman of the Year” by The Oklahoma City High Noon Club. She has 4 children and 8 grandchildren and in her spare time enjoys dancing, reading, crossword puzzles and lingering over a good meal with friends.

 

Robin MarshRobin Marsh — Emcee and Emotional Responding Exercise
Emmy-nominated and National Award-winning Journalist

Robin Marsh is an Emmy-nominated and national award-winning journalist. Marsh joined the NEWS 9 team in April of 1995 and co-anchors NEWS 9’s morning newscasts with Ed Murray. In her 25 years in the business, Robin Marsh has received many honors including excellence in feature reporting from the National Academy of Television Journalists, honors from the Society of Professional Journalists, and “Oklahoma’s Journalist of the Year.” Marsh has also been honored by the Girl Scouts of America as a “Woman of Distinction.” Robin Marsh’s series of reports on breast cancer is on display at the National Museum of Broadcast Journalism Center in Chicago.

 

Monique TerrellMonique Terrell — The Feminine Advantage
CEO & President of Sparkle Internet Image Solutions

Monique Terrell is the CEO & President of Sparkle Internet Image Solutions. She has more than 15 years of Internet, eLearning and website development experience. Her company provides virtual marketing services to both national and international organizations. She is a veteran of the U.S. Navy and an avid community participant.

Monique is a graduate of Leadership Edmond Class XXI and currently serves on the board of the National Association of Women Business Owners, Oklahoma City Chapter, serving as the Communications Director. Monique has a Bachelor of Science in Business Management graduating Cum Laude. She holds a Virtual Instructor Certification from Texas A&M University; she is also a Certified Social Media Specialist & Certified Internet Marketing Virtual Assistant.

 

Symposium Registration

 

Cost is $35 per person.

The University of Oklahoma reserves the right to substitute a speaker or change the conference schedule if necessary.

Cancellation Policy: No refund will be issued for cancellations. Substitute participants may attend. All persons, including children of any age, must be paid registrants in order to be admitted into the event.

The College of Continuing Education is committed to making its activities as accessible as possible. The College and the University provide a range of special services for persons with disabilities. If you anticipate a need for these services, please call (405) 325-5101.

 

Exhibitors & Sponsors

 

University of Oklahoma Outreach Coppermark Bank
OU Medicine / OU Breast Institute Pi Beta Phi Wimgo

 

Brixton Square Chiropractic
Premier Designs Jewelry
Connie Dotson, Renee Smith, Natalie Beebe
MyDentist Complete Care Dentistry

 

 


How to be an Exhibitor and Sponsor

Exhibitor space will be available at this exciting event providing opportunities for businesses to share their products and services with women attending the conference. Several levels of sponsorship are available to allow everyone, from the small business owner to a major corporation, to support women in Oklahoma. A sponsorship offers many amenities, including advertising, tickets to the event and exhibit space. To become a sponsor or for additional information, please call (405) 325-5101 or e-mail mcowell@ou.edu.

 

Levels of Sponsorship and Benefits

Partner Sponsor ($1000)
Includes:

  • 6 tickets to event with priority seating
  • Exhibitor booth space
  • Prominent Recognition in promotion of event

Presenting Sponsor ($500)
Includes:

  • 2 tickets to event
  • Exhibitor booth space
  • Recognition in promotion of event

Expo Sponsor ($350)
Includes:

Exhibitor booth space

 

To become a sponsor or for additional information, please call (405) 325-5101 or send an email to mcowell@ou.edu.


Partner and/or Presenting Sponsors will receive first priority for available exhibit space.

 

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