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Description
Calling all women in construction! Ready to make your next power move? Join us for an evening of fast-paced networking and empowering conversations at Power Tools & Power Moves: Speed Networking for Women in Construction. This OCA Member Only event is designed for women working across the construction industry to connect, share experiences, and build meaningful professional relationships.
What to Expect:
The evening will kick off with an educational presentation by Jennie West-Correia of Stratford Group, an expert in professional development and networking strategies. Jennie will provide practical tips and tools to help you become an even more effective networker—arming you with the "Power Tools" to make "Power Moves" in your career! You'll then take part in a series of fast-paced, guided speed networking sessions—perfect for making introductions, sharing experiences, and finding future collaborators. And don’t forget: light refreshments will be provided to keep you energized throughout the evening.
Event Details:
- Date: December 5th, 2024
- Time: 5:30 PM – 8:30 PM
- Location: OCA Facility, 9 Antares Drive
- Light refreshments will be provided to fuel your networking energy.
- Comfortable footwear is highly recommended—you’ll be moving quickly from one conversation to the next!
OCA-WIC is offering the following corporate sponsorship opportunities:
- Event Sponsor - $1,500 (1 Available)
- Speaker Sponsor - $1,000 (1 Available)
- Food Sponsor - $500 (2 Available)
- Beverage Sponsor - $500 (2 Available)
Sponsors will be able to purchase two (2) guaranteed tickets to the event at checkout.
Whether you’re a seasoned professional or just getting started in your construction career, this event will provide you with the support, knowledge, and network to build your future. Don’t miss out on an empowering evening with fellow women in construction—register now to secure your spot!
Speaker
Jennie West-Correia, CPF, CEC, Senior Consultant, Stratford Group
Jennie is a Certified Professional Facilitator (CPF) and Certified Executive Coach (CEC). She holds a B.Ed. and B.A. (Drama in Education) from the University of Windsor, is a Lean Six Sigma Yellow Belt designation, a graduate from the Roger Schwarz Skilled Facilitator program and is trained in numerous assessment tools.
Jennie was the former Manager of Human Resources & Professional Development at PCL Constructors. She was responsible for district HR management, implementation and delivery of professional development, and effectiveness and human resource programs at both the local and corporate levels.
Related Info
Proceeds from this event will be donated to Dress for Success Ottawa. Dress for Success empowers women and gender nonconforming individuals to achieve economic independence by providing a network of support, professional attire, and development tools to help them thrive. Since opening our doors in January 2011, Dress for Success Ottawa has supported thousands of women in the community and empowered them to realize they are valuable members of our community with a lot to offer potential employers. Dress for Success Ottawa suits women, from the inside out.
OCA-WIC will also be collecting gently used business clothes and accessories at the event that will also be donated to support Dress for Success' mission.
