Strong and successful women dedicated to changing our world. As a social venture, we provide opportunities and services for women to engage their individual and collective power to help others.

D E C E M B E R   2 0 1 1

Great Dames ‘Dining for Women’ Discovery Circles

Next Meeting: December 15

Dining for Women is a dining giving circle. In chapters around the world, we “dine in” together each month and our “dining out” dollars are sent to grassroots international programs empowering women living in extreme poverty. DFW donations fund programs that foster good health, education, and economic self-sufficiency in developing countries.

Join us monthly to learn more about an important cause focused on empowering women in developing countries globally. We work together on ways to discover our own power and purpose and, most importantly, we connect and share ideas about what matters most to us.

Contact us to learn more.

D I S C O V E R   Y O U R   C R E A T I V E   S E L F
The Artist’s Way: Fall 2011 Discovery Circle Series

September 8, October 13, November 10, December 8
four sessions held on the second Thursday of each month

5:30 to 7:00 pm

N O V E M B E R   2 0 1 1

Fall Grand Slam and Soiree

Thursday, November 10

6:00 pm – Slam Soiree

8:30 pm – Grand Slam

The First Person Festival starts with juicy tales from Philly’s favorite storytellers at the Fall Grand Slam and Soiree. Winners from monthly StorySlams at World Cafe Live and L’Etage compete for the title of Best Storyteller in Philadelphia. Get the evening started at the Slam Soiree with drinks by Triumph Brewing Company and food from Philadelphia Bar Restaurant, plus live jazz.

Christ Church Neighborhood House, 20 N. American Street, Philadelphia, PA 19106

Get tickets here!

$tand By Me Brunch

Sunday, November 6

11:30 am to 1:30 pm

Please join us as our guest as we celebrate the accomplishments of our 2011 Scholarship Program for Young Women Scholars! This event will feature a panel discussion with Delaware women leaders.

• Rita Landgraf, Secretary, Delaware Department of Health and Social Services
• Vivian Rapposelli, Secretary, Department of Services for Children, Youth, and Their Families
• Jocelyn Scott, Chief Engineer & Vice President, DuPont Engineering, Facilities and Real Estate
• Michelle Taylor, President and Chief Executive Officer, United Way of Delaware

Christiana Hilton, 100 Continental Drive, Newark, DE

Click here to download the event invitation and contact us for more details!

O C T O B E R   2 0 1 1

The Biden Breast Health Initiative with Dr. Jill Biden

Friday, October 28 at 12:00 noon

This Celebration of the Founding of BBHI with Dr. Jill Biden is a tribute to her vision and concern for the health of young women in Delaware. Dr. Biden founded the not-for-profit Biden Breast Health Initiative (BBHI) in 1993 because she saw the critical need to educate young women about the importance of breast self-exam, early detection and a healthy life style. This program is provided at no cost to young women in schools throughout the state.

Hotel du Pont, Gold Ballroom, 11th and Market Streets, Wilmington, Delaware

Download the invitation here.

small art BIG AUCTION II

Saturday, October 29

8:00 to 11:00 pm

You’re invited to attend DCCA’s largest fundraising event of the year. Proceeds support DCCA’s programs and exhibitions.

200 South Madison Street, Wilmington, DE 19801Young@Art Fall Art Celebration & Exhibition

Thursday, Oct. 27

5:30 and 8:30 pm

Join us for an evening of fall wonder. Enjoy the inspiring art of at-risk youth in Delaware. You are invited to this FREE event to celebrate the season and the artistic talents of Delaware’s youth. There will be complimentary food, wine, and music. Art will be for sale, as well as made-to-order masks created by youth at the event. All of the proceeds will go directly to the artist.

1715 Delaware Avenue, Wilmington, DE 19806 (next to Lime Tequila Bar & Grill and WSFS)

Find more information about this great event online.

Great Dames “Make Your Mark” Exchange

Tuesday, October 11th

Great Dames has engaged hundreds of women in dialogue over the past two years. One of the key themes that has emerged is that women want to make their mark in the world. Successful women think seriously about the impact they are having now and in future generations. We also heard that it’s a lot more fun to do this with other women. We agree.

We invite you to a special session of the “Make Your Mark” Exchange. Great Dames is sponsoring the event, so there is no fee to attend. Snacks & soft drinks will be provided and a cash bar available. Please extend this invitation to your friends and colleagues.

Tuesday, October 11, 2011

5:30 to 7:00 pm

L’Etage, 2nd floor private room, 624 South 6th St, Philadelphia, PA

Please contact Sharon Hake with any additional questions or click here to download our flyer.

J U N E   2 0 1 1

Wednesday, June 1, 2011

Discovering the Power of Conversation

Join us to discover how taking a coaching approach to every day conversations can significantly impact your personal and career life. Great Dames Discovery Circles are small, supportive circles of inspiring and aspiring women. They are focused on bringing out the “inner Great Dame” in all women by sharing expertise, experience and laughter. Featured Guest Speaker: Peggy Smith, Coach, Educator, and Training Consultant. Featured Nonprofit: Women Thrive Worldwide.

5:30 to 7:00 pm at 706 Fox Hunt Drive, Kennett Square, PA 19348.

Click here to learn more about Great Dames Discovery Circles and to register.

Thursday, June 2, 2011

Billion Dollar Business Women’s Workshop

Join the CEO Women’s Club to learn how women are thriving while leading billion dollar businesses. What does it take to get there and how can you continue on your path to success? 8:00 am to 11:45 am at AstraZeneca, Route 141 & 202 in Wilmington, DE.

M A Y   2 0 1 1

Wednesday, May 11, 2011

Discovering Your Passion for Volunteerism

Join us to discover how to find your passion and create impact through Volunteerism. Great Dames Discovery Circles are small, supportive circles of inspiring and aspiring women. They are focused on bringing out the “inner Great Dame” in all women by sharing expertise, experience and laughter. Featured Guest Speaker: Anne Coleman, Author & Advocate for Women in Africa. Featured Nonprofit: Give a Heart to Africa.

5:30 to 7:00 pm at 706 Fox Hunt Drive, Kennett Square, PA 19348.

Click here to learn more about Great Dames Discovery Circles and to register.

Monday, May 16, 2011

Delaware Women Series presents Lillian Lowery and Dori Jacobson

All proceeds benefit the Delaware Girls Initiative, a program of the Delaware Center for Justice. Light refreshments will be served. 5:30 pm to 7:00 pm at Pizza By Elizabeths, Greenville, DE.

Click here to download a flyer or visit their website for more information.

April 2011

Monday, April 25, 2011

Delaware Women Series presents Annie Coons and Tracey Carney
Location: Pizza By Elizabeths, Greenville, DE
5:30 pm to 7:00 pm
Click here to download a flyer or visit their website for more information.

Friday, April 15, 2011

The Great Closet Clean Out II

The Great Closet Clean Out II is a Delaware Week of Service project sponsored by Great Dames, Inc. and Pettinaro Relocation. We are collecting new and gently used career clothing for men and women for the Clothing Bank of Delaware, Shoes 2 Share, and the DE Breast Cancer Coalition’s “Great Stuff” – organizations that focus on helping individuals look and feel successful and confident. This is a great opportunity to do a little Spring Cleaning! Donated clothing should be brought to event locations for donation, preferably on hangers or in closed bags.

Drop-off Locations (open Friday April 15th, from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm)

• The Towers at Greenville, 210 Presidential Drive, Wilmington, DE
• Rockwood Apartments, 100 Cindy Drive, Newark, DE 19702
• Village at Blue Hen Apartments, 400 Haslet Street, Dover, DE 19901
• Charles H. Debnam Building, 1st Floor Training Room, 1901 N. DuPont Hwy, New Castle, DE 19720
• Williams State Service Center, 805 River Rd, 2nd Floor, Office D, Dover, DE 19901

Special thanks to AstraZeneca, United Way of Delaware, and Super Lawyers for hosting internal collections in support of this event.

9:00 am to 1:00 pm at The Towers at Greenville, 210 Presidential Drive, Wilmington, DE

Click here to download a flyer and contact us to get involved!

Tuesday, April 5, 2011

Keynote Speaker for The Fox School’s League for Entrepreneurial Women Annual Spring Forum
Location: Alter 133: Undergraduate Commons, Temple University, Philadelphia, PA
8:30 am – 12:00 noon

April 8, 9, & 10th, 2011

World Academy for the Future of Women
Location: Kennett Square, PA
Click here to learn more about this event.

March 2011

Monday, March 21, 2011

Delaware Women Series
5:30 pm to 7:00 pm at Pizza by Elizabeths, Greenville, DE
Click here to download a flyer or visit their website for more information

Thursday, March 10, 2011

2011 Muriel E. Gilman Award

The 2011 Muriel E. Gilman Award, presented by the 21st Century Fund for Delaware’s Children, Inc, will be honoring First Lady, Carla Markell. The mission of the 21st Century Fund for Delaware’s Children, Inc. is to provide financial assistance to help enrich the lives of children in need so that we may create a brighter tomorrow for Delaware’s children.

5:30 to 7:30 pm at the University & Whist Club in Wilmington, DE.

Visit their website for more information and to purchase tickets.

January 2011

January 17, 2011

Great Winter Coat Collection

Great Dames, Inc. is collaborating with Americorps VISTA to host a Great Winter Coat Collection, on MLK Day. Please donate your gently used, warm winter coats, hats, scarves to folks who need them. This collection will benefit the Friendship House (DE Clothing Bank) & Greater Brandywine Village Revitalization, Inc. We are committed to supporting organizations who provide a safe haven and other assistance by offering shelter, protection, and services that enable individuals to maintain their identity and self-esteem.

We will have several drop-off locations on January 14th and the 17th. Please choose the location and time that is most convenient for you, or contact us to offer an additional location.

Donation Drop-off Locations

Friday, Jan 14 from 10:00 am to 4:00 pm

• Williams State Service Center, 805 River Rd, 2nd Floor, Office D, Dover, DE 19901Contact: Carrie Hart

• Great Dames Headquarters, 706 Fox Hunt Dr, Kennett Square, PA 19348Contact: Heather Hake

Friday, January 14 and Monday, January 17 from 9:00 am to 12:00 noon

• The Towers at Greenville, 210 Presidential Dr, Wilmington, DESponsored by Pettinaro RelocationContact: Cindy Wilkinson

Monday, Jan 17 from 11:00 am to 1:00 pm

• Nemours Building Lobby, 1007 N. Orange St, Wilmington, DEThe  collection area will be at the Orange Street entrance where there will be room to park for a few minutes to drop off coats. Contact: Heather Hake

• Delaware Economic Development Dover Office, 99 Kings Highway, Dover DE 19901Contact: Rasheeda Hutchins

• Delaware Economic Development Wilmington Office,  Carvel State Building, 820 N. French St, 10th Floor, Wilmington DE 19801Contact: Rasheeda Hutchins

To learn more about this event, please click here.

If the above times do not work for you, please bring your winter clothing directly to the Delaware Clothing Bank, run by the Friendship House, located at 1603 Jessup St, Suite 3, Wilmington, DE 19802.

January 27, 2011 (RESCHEDULED DUE TO SNOW!)

2011 Delaware Conference on Volunteerism

A full day conference to explore topics that include Social Media, Grant Writing, Volunteer Management, and many more.

8:00am to 3:30pm at Dover Downs, Dover, DE

To learn more about this event, please click here.

December 2010

December 1, 2010

Discovering Your Inner Artist

Great Dames Discovery Circles are small, supportive circles of inspiring and aspiring women. They are focused on bringing out the “inner Great Dame” in all women by sharing expertise, experience and laughter. Discovering Your Inner Artist will focus on, Is there an artist inside of you needing to flourish? How can you nurture that artist and incorporate what you learn into your life? Featured Nonprofit: a Delaware Arts Organization who inspires us to tap into our creative spirits.

5:30 to 7:00 pm at the Salon at Leon’s Garden World, Wilmington, DE

To learn more about Great Dames Discovery Circles, please visit our website.

November 2010

November 18, 2010

Main Line Society of Professional Women: The Art of Making Connections

Presented by Sharon Hardy and Marian Marchese. Connecting with another person in business, as in life, can lead to meaningful, inspiring relationships that ultimately advance your professional career. Join us to learn how to establish, cultivate and leverage your personal and professional relationships. Featured Non-Profit: Peter’s Place.

5:30 to 7:30 pm at The Desmond Great Valley Hotel in Malvern, PA

For more information and to register, please visit their website.

November 3, 2010

Discovering Your Story

Great Dames Discovery Circles are small, supportive circles of inspiring and aspiring women. They are focused on bringing out the “inner Great Dame” in all women by sharing expertise, experience and laughter. Discovering Your Story will focus on, What legacy are you leaving for your children and grandchildren? How can you discover and pass on your unique story through memoir writing? Featured Nonprofit: First Person Arts, who believes that everyone has a story to tell, and that sharing our stories connects us with each other and the world.

5:30 to 7:00 pm at the Salon at Leon’s Garden World, Wilmington, DE

To learn more about Great Dames Discovery Circles, please visit our website.

October 2010

October 28, 2010

Spirit of Women’s Philanthropy in Delaware

The Fund for Women invites you to a breakfast and celebration with Keynote Speaker Carla Markell, First Lady. We will be honoring June Jenkins Peterson, Community Activist. The mission of the Fund for Women is to provide funding to enhance the worth and potential of women and girls in Delaware through collective philanthropy.

8:00 to 10:00 am at the University and Whist Club in Wilmington, DE

For more information and to purchase a ticket, please visit their website.

October 26, 2010

“Makeup and Makeovers” for the Wellness Community of Delaware

Join us for an evening of Makeup Lessons & Makeovers by Bobbi Brown artists, Great Food and Drinks, and Quality Girl Time! Have a fun ladies night out while helping to raise money for a good cause!

7:00 to 9:00 pm in Wilmington, DE

For more information about this fun event, please contact us.

October 23, 2010

From Purses to Portfolios Conference

Join us for a variety of opportunities, each planned to help women better understand how to manage their money. We believe that with tools and knowledge, women can take charge of their financial health and provide a better environment for themselves and their families. From Purses to Portfolios is a program established by The Money School in partnership with Delaware Governor Jack Markell and sponsored by Citi.

8:00am to 5:30pm at the Chase Center on the Riverfront in Wilmington, DE

For more information and to register, please visit their website or contact us.

October 20, 2010

Main Line Society of Professional Women: Generational Differences

Presented by Maryellen Reilly Lamb of the Wharton School. For the first time in America’s history, there are four different generations working side-by-side in the workplace, a phenomena that is advantageous, yet sometimes challenging. Join us for and exciting discussion to discover how to maximize your team’s diverse talents. Featured Non-Profit: PathWays PA.

5:30 to 7:30 pm at The Radnor Hotel, St. Davids, PA

More more information and to register, please visit their website.

October 20, 2010

Merriment, Makeovers and Miracles

Hosted by Wings for Success and honoring Sandra Baldino of Generocity. Make a difference for yourself, Make a difference in our community. Hear about the success stories from Wings clients and the dreams of Generocity. Together, these two organizations are creating miracles. All event proceeds benefit Wings For Success.

6:00 to 9:00 pm at The Saturday Club, Wayne PA

To purchase a ticket or to make a donation, please visit their event page.

October 16, 2010

Philadelphia Cares Day

Join us for this Philadelphia Volunteer-a-Thon to work side by side revitalizing the city’s classrooms, libraries and schools.

Contact us to join Great Dames in a project, or sign up your own team of volunteers here. More details to follow.

October 6, 2010

Discovering Your Best Image

Great Dames Discovery Circles are small, supportive circles of inspiring and aspiring women. They are focused on bringing out the “inner Great Dame” in all women by sharing expertise, experience and laughter. Discovering Your Best Image will focus on, What image are you projecting to others? Are you dressing to show the world your Great Dameness? How can you look your best inside and out? Featured Nonprofit: Wings for Success, a community of compassionate women who volunteer their time and talent to bring lasting confidence to women facing challenges.

5:30 to 7:00 pm at the Salon at Leon’s Garden World, Wilmington, DE

To learn more about Great Dames Discovery Circles, please visit our website.

October 5, 2010

Delaware Community Reinvestment Action Council’s Annual Fundraiser

Since 1987, the mission of DCRAC is to ensure equitable treatment and equal access to credit and capital for the under-served populations and communities throughout Delaware through advocacy, education, legislation, and outreach.

11:30 am to 1:00 pm at the Delaware History Museum

For more information about DCRAC and this event, please visit their website or contact us.

September 2010

September 29, 2010

What Helps Leaders Grow

The Coaching and Philanthropy project was created in 2007 to assess and advance the use of coaching as a strategy for building effective organizations within the nonprofit sector.

2:30pm to 5:00pm in Media, PA

For more information, please contact us or visit their website to register.

September 24 – 25, 2010

Girls, Inc.  Regional Meeting

For more information on Girls, Inc. of Delaware, please visit their website.

The regional meeting will be held in Wilmington, DE

September 22, 2010

ATHENA International Women’s Leadership Day Summit

Come hear from local leaders, learn about leadership principals, participate in group discussions, share ideas on leadership styles and much more.

11:30am to 2:00pm at the Delaware County Court House in Media, PA

For more information, please contact us or visit their website to register.

September 17, 2010

MLCC’s Non-Profit Roundtable: Fundraising

Join the MLCC for a Roundtable discussion on “How To Cultivatate the High Dollar Donor Through Interesting Fundraising Ideas.”

8:30am to 10:30am at the Main Line Chamber Conference Center in Wayne, PA

For more information, please contact us or visit the MLCC website to register.

September 15, 2010

2010 Gold Leaf Celebration & Helena Devereux Women in Leadership Award

The Chamber invites you to participate in the exciting, second-annual Gold Leaf Celebration, where we present the Helena Devereux Women in Leadership Award to a very deserving and devoted woman leading our Main Line business community.

11:00am to 1:30pm at the Philadelphia Country Club in Gladwyne, PA

For more information, please contact us or visit the MLCC website to register.

September 14, 2010

Opportunities for Women-Owned Businesses

Join us for a luncheon, hosted by the Women’s Referral Network.

11:30am to 1:30pm at The Inn at Chester Springs in Exton, PA

For more information, please contact us or visit their website to register.

August 2010

August 11, 2010

Global CEO Summit

Attend this action-packed, half-day seminar with local industry leaders to enhance your expertise in a variety of subject areas. Topics include: Financing, Cost Reduction, From Employee to Entrepreneur, and Taking your Business to the Next Level. Visit their event pagefor the full agenda.

Sharon Hake will participate on the panel the discussion From Employee to Entrepreneur: Making the Switch – Starting a New Business at 11:25 am.

8:00am to 1:00pm at the Waterfront Technology Center in Camden, NJ

Visit their website for more information and the full agenda of exciting opportunities.

July 2010

July 1, 2010

Great Dames One Year Anniversary

Great Dames is proud to celebrate our One Year Anniversary during the month of July. A special THANK YOU to all who made, and continue to make, it possible!

“Give to the world the best you have, and the best will come back to you”

- Madeline Bridges

July 29, 2010

ChamberWorks: Financial Planning and Decision Making

This presentation will provide you with a solid foundation for understanding business and personal financial management concepts. Topics covered include: How to create a solid financial plan in seven steps; what to consider when making major purchase decisions; the new rules for using business and personal credit; and the time value of money and how it impacts your investments.

8:00am to 10:00am at the N.C.C. Chamber of Commerce in New Castle, DE

For more information, please contact us or visit their website to register.

July 21, 2010

Executive Peer Group Roundtable

Join the CEO Peer Group for an executive problem solving session. This discussion is for leaders interested in a sounding board and a place to get candid, confidential support and new ideas. Focus on making better decisions while avoiding costly mistakes or falling behind the competition.

8:00am to 10:30am at the Waterfront Technology Center in Camden, NJ

Please contact us for more information or if you are interested in attending this session.

July 16, 2010

MLCC’s Nonprofit Roundtable, “Special Events: A Necessary Evil”

Tips, techniques, and ideas for running low cost, low effort, high dollar fundraisers!

8:30 to 10:30am at the Main Line Chamber Conference Center in Wayne, PA

For more information, please contact us or visit their website to register.

June 2010

June 24, 2010

Main Line Society of Professional Women: Discrimination in the Workplace

Join us for an evening with Nancy O’Mara Ezold, P.C.  Are you up-to-date on discrimination laws that affect your workplace? Nancy is one of the top work place law attorneys in the region and was the first woman to bring a lawsuit against a firm to the United States Court of Appeals for denial of partnership. Featured Non-Profit: Women’s Law Project.

5:0pm to 7:30pm at The Radnor Hotel in St. Davids, PA

For more information and to register, contact us or click here

June 22, 2010

Great Dames Inspired Leadership Client Workshop

June 21, 22, 23, 2010

Jefferson Awards National Conference

For more information about Jefferson Awards, please visit their website.

The conference will be held in Washington, DC

June 18, 2010

Women in Leadership: Executive MBA Event

Spend the morning at the Villanova School of Business with other successful women leaders and hear their perspective on being a woman in business school. The program’s curriculum is based on systems thinking, and is designed to provide emerging executives with a strategic approach to making high-level decisions that will impact their organizations.

8:30am to 2:00pm at the Villanova Conference Center in Radnor, Pennsylvania

Contact Kia Green, Associate Director of Executive Programs, if you have any questions or click here to register.

June 12, 2010

Open House Tours of the Alice Paul Institute at Paulsdale

Enjoy a beautiful afternoon tour of historic Paulsdale the Paul family’s daily life in the house, the restoration/rehabilitation of the site and its present day use as a girl’s leadership center.

12:00 and 1:00 p.m. tours at Paulsdale, 128 Hooton Rd; Mount Laurel, NJ

For more information, visit the Alice Paul Institute website.

June 8, 2010

“An Evening of Celebration: Presenting the 2010 Strong, Smart and Bold Awards”

Join Girls, Inc. of Delaware for champagne, wine, hors d’oeuvres, and a little night music as we celebrate their 2010 Strong, Smart and Bold Award Honorees.

6:00pm to 9:00 pm at The Patio at Archmere Academy, Claymont, DE

For more information about Girls, Inc. of Delaware or to purchase tickets for this event, please visit their website or contact us.

June 2, 3, 7, 8 & 9, 2010

Stand By Me Financial Coaching Training

The Delaware Financial Empowerment Partnership is an exciting public-private partnership designed help low income families become financially empowered. Through this unique training opportunity, we are mobilizing the talents of Great Dames to make this program successful so that more women will have the opportunity to achieve financial solvency.

8:00am to 4:30pm in Newark, DE

Please contact Sharon for more information on how you can contribute your talents to this exciting partnership.

June 3, 2010

The Billion Dollar Business Women Workshop

Please join us for an interactive panel discussion and workshop of women who have successfully navigated the leadership labyrinth to higher positions. Join Diane Gulyas to get a view from the top of one of DuPont’s largest divisions while discussing challenges and opportunities for success and professional growth. This workshop is also available via webinar.

8:00am to 11:45am at the AstraZeneca Auditorium, Wilmington, DE

For more information, please contact us or click here to register.

June 3, 2010

Women Against Multiple Sclerosis: An Evening Exploring the Senses of a Woman

Hosted by Women Against MS (WAMS), this evening reception featuring wine, hors d’oeuvres, premier raffle items, and a dessert buffet benefits individuals in Delaware living with Multiple Sclerosis.

5:30pm to 7:30pm in Wilmington, DE

For more information, please see the event flyer or visit their website.

May 2010

May 24, 2010

Great Dames Inspired Leadership Client Workshop

May 22 & 23, 2010

Delaware First Spouses Conference

Sharon will present the Great Dames “Personal Leadership Branding”  strategy at the First Spouses Conference in Delaware, hosted by Governor Markell and First Lady Carla Markell.

May 22, 2010

A Fill the Need Toy Drive benefiting Child Life

We are collecting new toys, books and crafts for children who are patients at A. I. duPont Hospital. Child Life is a program of supportive and educational services and activities directed towards meeting the psychosocial and emotional needs of hospitalized children. Please bring your donation to the Hospital’s main entrance on the day of the drive.

12:00 noon to 3:00pm, A. I. duPont Hospital, Wilmington, DE

For more information, please contact us or check out the event flyer here.

May 12, 2010

The Breakthrough Consortium Presents:

Scorecarding your 21st Century Business (8:00am to 12:00pm)

Paul Mitchell and Tom Aiken will lead this seminar discussing “Key Performance Indicators and Projected Financial Statements.”

21st Century Knowledge Workers: Virtual and Remote Workplaces (1:00pm to 5:00pm)

Jane Frankel will lead a seminar on “helping you plan to establish and leverage strengths and assets for tangible results with virtual workplaces.”

8:00am to 5:00pm at Arcadia University, Glenside, PA

Get more information and register today atwww.TheBreakthroughConsortium.com.

May 5, 2010

The Breakthrough Consortium Presents:

Sales Tactics (8:00am to 12:00pm)

Scott Messer will lead this seminar discussing “understanding the value of developing Sales enablers and infrastructure for increases in sales and profits.”

Global Sourcing (1:00pm to 5:00pm)

Bruce Rubin will focus on “understanding a company’s sourcing activity and building positive relationships to leverage potential value.”

8:00am to 5:00pm at Arcadia University, Glenside, PA

Get more information and register today atwww.TheBreakthroughConsortium.com.

April 2010

April 30, 2010

Simmons Leadership Conference: The Spirit of Resilience

For 31 years the Simmons Leadership Conference has set the standard for women’s professional events, presenting an extraordinary blend of thought leadership, motivation, and above all, networking. As one recent attendee summed up this unique experience: This is a day to elevate your potential.

7:00am to 6:00pm at the Seaport World Trade Center, Boston Massachusetts

For more information, please visit their website or contact us.

April 28, 2010

The Breakthrough Consortium Presents:

Strategic Planning 21st Century Markets (8:00am to 12:00pm)

Mike Moore will lead this seminar discussing “proven techniques used by top performers to provide leadership, growth, and profitability, while reducing risk.”

Next Generation Marketing Using Social Media (1:00pm to 5:00pm)

Skip Shuda will lead an “intense four hour workshop to craft a Social Media strategy and action plan for your business.”

8:00am to 5:00pm at Arcadia University, Glenside, PA

Get more information and register today at www.TheBreakthroughConsortium.com.

April 27 and 28, 2010

Women’s Leadership Conference: The Face of Business Today

Presented by The Conference Board

“Attendees will engage in a series of dialogues with senior leaders from world–class companies that are successfully leveraging their female talent.”

Westin New York at Times Square; New York, NY

For more information and to register, please visit their website or contact us.

April 22, 2010

The Breakthrough Consortium Presents:

Creating a Great Business (8:00am to 5:00pm)

Kimberle Levin will lead this seminar exploring “Passion, Focus and Clarity as key differentiators for successful entrepreneurs” for The Breakthrough Consortium at Arcadia University.

8:00am to 5:00pm at Arcadia University, Glenside, PA

Get more information and register today at www.TheBreakthroughConsortium.com.

April 21, 2010

The Great Closet Clean Out!

“The Great Closet Clean Out” is a Delaware Week of Service project sponsored by Great Dames, Inc. and Pettinaro Relocation.

We will be collecting new and gently used career clothes for the Delaware Clothing Bankand Dress for Success Delaware – two organizations that focus on helping women be successful and confident in the workplace. This is a great opportunity to do a little Spring Cleaning! Donated clothing should be brought to event location for donation.

12:00 noon to 6:00 pm

Location:

220 Presidential Drive

Wilmington, DE

**Look for the truck park behind Tower 2**

Please contact us or check out our flyer for more information on how to volunteer and get involved.

April 18 to 24, 2010

Delaware Week of Service

Get engaged in a community project with your friends, family or colleagues during Delaware’s Week of Service, April 18th to the 24th. There are tons of project opportunities listed at www.VolunteerDelaware.org

Watch this 3-minute call to action video with Governor Jack Markell to get inspired.

April 20, 2010

A Discussion about Inspired Leadership that Gets Results

Join Sharon Hake for a LIVE and interactive program hosted online by the CEO Womens Club. During the program, attendees are encouraged to interact, ask questions, and offer viewpoints.

The virtual webinar is scheduled to begin at 11:00am EST

For more information on program details and how to register, please contact us.

March 2010

March 26, 2010

Becoming the More Visible Woman

This program, hosted by the CEO Women’s Club, is an interactive panel discussion on the careers and experiences of women. Attendees and panelists will discuss and come away with common success strategies and ultimately develop a top 10 list of best practices for developing their future plans.

8:15am to 10:45am EST via Virtual Webinar as well as an in person at a location TBD

For more information, please contact us or visit the CEO Women’s Club to register.

March 23, 2010

Working a Room: Networking Essentials

Hosted by the CEO Women’s Club. Working a Room: Networking Essentials is presented by Nancy Threlfall, of The Threlfall Marketing Group.

The virtual webinar is scheduled to begin at 11:00am EST

For more information, please contact us or visit the CEO Women’s Club Website.

March 20, 2010

Network of Women in Computer Technology’s 29th Annual Seminar

“Re-New, Re-Think, Re-Solve IT for 2010”

The Network of Women in Computer Technology (NWCT) is a non-profit organization dedicated to advancing careers in information technology through education, mentoring and networking opportunities. Join us for a day that promises to bring you an abundance of each of these facets of our mission. Sharon Hake, of Great Dames, Inc., will be leading an interactive workshop on Personal Leadership Branding.

8:30am to 4:45pm at The PECO Energy Building, 2301 Market Street, Philadelphia, PA

Please contact us or visit their website for more information about this full day seminar.

March 16, 2010

How to Push Through, Get Ahead

Hosted by the CEO Women’s Club. How to Push Through, Get Ahead is presented by Bonnie Sharps, of KenClark International.

The virtual webinar is scheduled to begin at 11:00am EST

For more information, please contact us or visit the CEO Women’s Club Website.

March 9, 2010

Global Opportunities for Business and Career Growth

Hosted by the CEO Women’s Club. Global Opportunities for Business and Career Growth ispresented by a panel of executive business leaders in China.

The virtual webinar is scheduled to begin at 11:00am EST

For more information, please contact us or visit the CEO Women’s Club Website.

February 2010

February 15, 2010

A Book, a Buddy & You!

Spend an hour reading with a buddy!  Social Venture Partners of DE is sponsoring this Reading Day event in three Wilmington, DE community centers. Choose a time and a location that works for you and bring along a book to share and donate.

10:00am – Latin American Community Center

10:30am – West Center City Early Learning Center

2:00pm – Kingswood Community Center

Click here for more information and to sign up!

February 4, 2010

Fill the Need Event to benefit Friendship House

8:00am to 10:30am in Wilmington, DE

Please contact info@great-dames.com for more information and donation suggestions

January 2010

January 29, 2010

Thought Leadership that Drives Business Growth

Essential Strategies for Corporate Women Who Want to Prosper in Today’s Turbulent World of Work: A program designed to take the highlights of the best U.S. business practices and condense them into small interactive sessions. Sharon will be leading a discussion on Developing a Personal Brand Leadership Strategy to Drive Career Advancement.

LIVE at 11:45am to 1:30pm EST (GMT-5)

You can register for the virtual workshop here or contact us at info@great-dames.com for more details.

January 21, 2010

2010 Delaware Conference on Volunteerism

The annual Delaware Conference on Volunteerism with Delaware’s First Lady, Mrs. Carla Markell, as the keynote speaker.

8:00am to 12:30pm at the Dover Downs Hotel, Dover, DE

Fine more information here or contact us at info@great-dames.com

December 2010

December 29, 2009

Client Workshop: Great Dames “Inspired Leadership” Process

Philadelphia, PA

December 22, 2009

Great Dames “Inspired Leadership” Webinar at American PIE: Key U.S. Business Practices (Virtual Global Workshop)

A program designed to take the highlights of the best U.S. business practices and condense them into small interactive sessions. Sharon will be leading a discussion on Engaging and Leveraging Executive Leaders for Business Growth.

LIVE at 10:00am to 1:30pm EST (GMT-5)

You can register for the virtual workshop here or write to info@great-dames.com for more details.

December 21, 2009

Great Dames Fill the Need Event to support Girls, Inc. of Delaware

We are pleased to be hosting a Fill the Need event! Please join us for a drinks, conversation and an opportunity to open our hearts to help “fill the need” of Girls, Inc of Delaware. We will be collecting small wrapped gifts for the girls as well as small donations to fund computer equipment for the administrative offices at Girls, Inc.

5:00pm to 7:00pm in Kennett Square, PA

You can find more information here or feel free to write to us at info@great-dames.com

To RSVP and get directions, please call Heather (610.389.4710)

December 5, 2009

Women and Influence

Free half-day conference that will focus on promoting a healthy sense of self for young women. Programs will be geared toward young women and adults who care about, work with or influence young women.

Hosted by Women’s Way

9:30am to 3:00pm, Moore College of Art and Design, Philadelphia, PA

December 5, 2009

First Family Fill the Need Event

Benefiting Support Our Troops and Kind to Kids

10:00am to 1:00pm at the Hockessin Fire Hall, Hockessin, DE

Please contact info@great-dames.com for more information and donation suggestions

December 2, 2009

From Start Up to the First 100M: Lessons to Prepare for Personal and Professional Growth

Sponsored by the CEO Women’s Club of Philadelphia

8:00am to 10:30am

Please contact info@great-dames.com for more information.

November 2010

November 18, 2009

World Premier of Soundbrights^TM

Sponsored by the Threlfall Marketing Group

7:30am to 9:30am at the Plymouth Meeting Country Club, Plymouth Meeting, PA

Please contact info@great-dames.com for more information.

November 10, 2009

Breakthrough Consortium Workshop

Hosted by the Global Small Business Institute

7:30am to 4:30pm at Arcadia University, Glenside, PA

Please contact info@great-dames.com if you would like more information.

November 6, 2009

Fill the Need Breakfast

Benefiting the Christmas Shop Foundation

8:30am to 10:30am in Wilmington, DE

Please contact info@great-dames.com for more information and donation suggestions.

October 2010

October 19, 2009

Great Dames^TM Circle Meeting with Leaders in Education

5:00 – 7:00 PM, Lamb Tavern, Springfield, PA

Contact us at info@great-dames.com for more info

October 16, 2009

Great Dames^TM Leadership Branding System Workshop

Sponsored by the Greater Philadelphia Senior Executives Group, Mentoring Sub-Committee

7:30 – 10:30 AM at the Marriott Conshohocken, PA

October 8, 2009

Battle of the Generations Panel

Sponsored by CEO Women’s Club of Philadelphia

8:00 – 10:00 AM at the Union League, Philadelphia, PA

October 1, 2009

Great Dames^TM Leadership Branding System Workshop

Sponsored by CEO Women’s Club of Philadelphia

8:00 – 10:30 AM at the Training Resource Center, Philadelphia, PA