Purposeful Conversations: Network with Meaning | February 2023 Edition

Welcome to the first edition of Purposeful Conversations: Network with Meaning.

If you are tired of small talk and large group networking, this event is for you!

This is a place for authentic connection with women who are experienced professionals from a diverse range of industries (e.g., law, financial services, healthcare technology/pharma). It's not about passing out your business cards and talking about the weather.

Earlier this year, I attended a dinner with curated conversations to bring people together to share and learn from each other's experiences. It was a fantastic conversation among everyone at the table. I loved it! And want to bring the same concept (look up "Jeffersonian Dinners") to groups of women professionals who want to build out their professional network with purpose through meaningful conversations.

How this will work:

• Each month, I will reserve a private dining room at the Pool & Yacht Club from September to May (excluding December).

• There are only seven (7) reserved seats, so please check your calendar before registering.

• When you register, you agree to show up that month with curiosity, a story to share, and a willingness to participate in the conversation.

• We each pay for our own food and drink; share new insights, memories, and laughter; and make meaningful connections with other professional women.

This is for women who are experienced professionals who...

• Want to get out and build new professional relationships without awkward small talk.

• Want to engage in thoughtful conversation and meaningful connection.

• Enjoy building community over a meal.

This Month's Topic/Theme: A Letter to Your Younger Self

Consider the following guiding prompts:

• Imagine yourself early in your career - what advice would you give yourself today?

• Is there a piece of life-changing advice that you heard? How did it impact you? or

• What is something you've done as an adult that you'd be proud of if you were younger?

Let the topic be a place to start. Come with your story. We can't wait to hear it.

Your host and conversation facilitator will be Dr. Nicole Fredricks Jackson, JD, EdD, the owner, and founder of LEAD'R® Method Coaching.