The Loudoun Women Business Forum Meets the First Thursday of Every Month at The Dock at Lansdowne
July Speaker Paul Rondeau Embracing Reality July 2, 2009 12-2 PM The Dock 19286 Promenade Drive Suite P101-102 Leesburg, VA 20176 Embracing Reality - Part of the Emotional Intelligence Series Mastering the eight principles of emotional intelligence changes the way people view their lives as well as their performance on the job. These principles engender growth in self-understanding, confidence, personal effectiveness, and the ability to handle the challenges/opportunities of the workplace. On July 2, Paul Rondeau will speak to the LWBF about the principle of Embracing Reality. Discover power and fulfillment as you stop wasting time resenting, complaining, wishing, and blaming and instead keep your focus on what you can control. Paul E. Rondeau is Chief Solutions Officer at Synapse Associates LLC, a firm specializing in organizational leadership, high performance teams, and executive coaching. Mr. Rondeau has over 30 years senior management experience including Fortune 500 and national nonprofits. He holds M.A. in Management and Communication, B.A. Marketing Management and multiple professional certifications. Paul E. Rondeau m.a.m., aams, cegds Chief Solutions Officer Synapse Associates LLC PO Box 374; Purcellville, VA 20134 t: 540.882.9080 f: 540.882.9310		Receive LWBF Notifications! Email:   Be A LWBF Lunch Sponsor! Sponsor Benefits Your ad/logo on LWBF.biz home page signage at luncheon the lunch email invitation and reminder 6 ft. table at the lunch 5-minute 'Focus On' segment during lunch Opportunity to place promotional items at each seat Sponsorship Requirements $50 contribution to LWBF maintenance fund A Door Prize valued at approx. $50 for the luncheon Member News and Announcements LWBF announces the retirement of Rebecca Harrigan, CMT from LWBF Leadership. Rebecca was a founding co-chair of the LWBF and has served for the past three years. Education demands have made it necessary for Rebecca to step down from her leadership role. We will miss you Rebecca, and look forward to seeing at future lunches!
Monthly Meeting Time Line 12:00 PM    Freeform Networking Share brochures, flyers, and business cards on designated table at no additional cost. Only Guest Speaker may place items on lunch tables. 12:15 PM    Welcome and Orientation 12:20 PM    Introductions Each member may deliver a 20-second business highlight to all members 12:50 PM    Guest Speaker 1:20 PM    Question/Answer Period 1:30 PM    Focus Group Announcements, Testimonials, Achievements, Business Ideas Door Prizes 1:45 PM    Open Networking There are always fabulous door prizes! Bring a door prize and, in presenting it, enjoy and extra chance to share with the group!	About the LWBF The Loudoun Women Business Forum was founded in September 2005 to create an environment where all women business owners feel welcome. Each month, the luncheon provides business education. LWBF members believe in continuous growth through education and partnership. There are no membership fees and no attendance requirements. You are not required to bring leads and the group does not limit members per industry. All businesswomen are welcome to join us when their time and individual schedule permits.
Vibrant Women Join Us For Powerful Networking Personal and Professional Growth through Speakers on Varied Topics Networking Individual Interaction Business Expositions Focus Group of Loudoun Businesswomen Share Experience Share Expertise Increase Business Opportunities Develop Inter-Business Relationships Meet New People Engage Professionals Develop Friendships Education Increase Brand Recognition in Loudoun Business Community Display Brochures, Giveaways, and Business Cards Every Month Sponsor a Lunch and Highlight Your Business List Your Business on the Popular LWBF Website