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The
Main Line Chamber
of Commerce
July 25, 2012: REGISTER HERE
August 15, 2012 : REGISTER HERE
June 2012 www.SPWmainline.com
Never Take “No” for an Answer with Lisa Scottoline Valley Forge Casino Resort, 5:00-7:30pm
Lunch & Share Conversation Untold College Financing Secrets Revealed with Trevin Panaia Seasons 52, 11:30am-1:30pm
In This Issue... From the Founder’s Desk ………….…….... 2
Upcoming Events……………..…. 3
Lunch & Share……………….…. 4
Nonprofit Spotlight..…...…...... 5
Sponsor Spotlight…............. 6
Main Line Tips.…... 7
2012 Calendar.…... 8,9
SPW Members in the News………….... 10
Everybody’s Talking……………….. 12
WAWA’S MARKETING SECRETS
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Children’s Scholarship Fund Philadelphia
Carol Jensen, Chief Marketing Officer of Wawa, spoke about the marketing strategies and branding tactics utilized by the industry powerhouse on June 21. Over 225 attendees joined us for breakfast at the Radnor Valley Country Club, making it SPW’s 25th consecutive sold-out event! Carol kicked off her presentation with some trivia about Wawa and disclosed that the company sells over 150 million cups of coffee a year! Carol also discussed their marketing strategy, called “blue ocean,” which focuses on value innovation. “Growth is found by creating value for the consumers,” Carol said.
EILEEN CONNOLLY-ROBBINS STANDS WITH INA LIPMAN, CHILDREN’S SCHOLARSHIP FUND PHILADELPHIA, AS ERGETU MERETE, WELLS
FARGO BANK CORPORATE (CHAMPION SPONSOR), PRESENTS CSFP WITH A $1,000 DONATION.
PRESENTER CAROL JENSEN, CMO OF WAWA, DISCUSSED THE MOST IMPORTANT FACTORS IN MARKETING. “NETWORKING IS
CRITICAL,” SHE SAID.
DEIRDRE CONNELLY AND AMANDA BENNETT DISCUSSED WOMEN IN RESEARCH AND TECHNOLOGY. DEIRDRE SAID
THERE ARE MANY WOMEN IN THIS FIELD, BUT THERE NEEDS TO BE MORE WOMEN LEADING THESE RESEARCH
AND DEVELOPMENT TEAMS.
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On May 15, SPW paired with the World Affairs Council for a wildly successful event. Over 225 attendees came to hear guest speakers Amanda Bennett, Executive Editor of Bloomberg News, and Deirdre Connelly, President of GSK NA Pharmaceuticals. The duo discussed the changing face of business today and what to expect for the future. Deirdre spoke to the importance of regaining the American public’s trust, which she says is best achieved by emphasizing company transparency. Amanda discussed how technology has changed the news industry and modernized business operations.
STEVE SCOLARI, STRADLEY RONON (SPW PLATINUM
SPONSOR) AND EILEEN CONNOLLY-ROBBINS
MICHELLE HOWARD-VITAL, PRESIDENT OF CHEYNEY UNIVERSITY (PLATINUM SPONSOR) AND EILEEN
CONNOLLY-ROBBINS.
See you soon!
“I’ve learned that you can’t have everything and do everything at the same time.”
– Oprah Winfrey
hen the debate broke out over “Working Moms” versus “Stay-
at-Home Moms,” I felt like I was hearing a tape from twenty or thirty
years ago. Isn’t it about time we put the Mommy Wars to rest? Some
women do find a way to go full-steam throughout their careers. Others
amp up their careers in the beginning and then dial back when family
attention is required. Many women tend to the family by day and then head off to jobs in the
evening. Some women choose to leave the traditional workplace when they start a family, but
find new ways to thrive as “Mompreneurs.”
I have found there is no such thing as perfect work-life balance. Sometimes our jobs
demand every ounce of our energy and focus, and other times, family or personal issues require
our undivided attention. Workplaces need to be flexible to the needs of women (and men) if
they want to keep talented women in the pipeline and broaden the slate of leaders in executive
suites and boardrooms. Work shouldn’t always have to be a 110-percent-or-nothing
proposition.
SPW provides a forum for women of all ages and stages of their careers to network,
reenergize and share the challenges of today’s work environment. Our monthly events always
have a way of speaking to something relevant that’s going on in our multi-dimensional lives.
Join us for our next event on July 25 with Lisa Scottoline as she presents “Never Take ‘No’
for an Answer.” Lisa is known as a best-selling author, but did you know she started out as a
lawyer and only wrote part-time while raising her daughter as a single mother? Lisa is a perfect
example of how a woman can have a great job, be a mother and still reinvent herself in both
arenas. Don’t miss this one!
SPW Opens the Doors Interview with Barb Doyne, Financial Services Representative and Financial
Advisor at Brumbaugh Wealth Management Group
SPW: How did you first get involved with SPW/the Chamber? What prompted you to do so? Barb: When I returned to the workforce two years ago to build my financial advisory business, the word-around-town was that SPW is the premier place to re-establish my network. After one event, all that “hype” was confirmed. I knew that it wouldn’t be enough to just attend events, so I joined The Main Line Chamber of Commerce and Eileen Connolly-Robbins offered me the opportunity to get involved as a committee member of SPW, and now I’m on the SPW Advisory Council.
SPW: Which Chamber programs or events do you find most useful? Barb: The best features of SPW are the diversity of its programs and events and it also provides an opportunity to get involved. As a member, I get to work with other chamber members and the staff to identify new opportunities for the organization and help create its programs and events, which has allowed me to develop stronger business relationships. I personally enjoy the Main Line signature events, SPW programs and the Make More Save Mores Series™.
SPW: How would you describe your networking experience with other members? Barb: All of the members involved within the MLCC and/or SPW are there to enhance their business or grow professionally. The shared desire to grow and develop is a common bond that makes networking such a success through this organization.
SPW: How has your investment/membership in SPW/the Chamber contributed to your business success? Barb: As a member, my network has grown exponentially over the past year. Through sponsoring SPW events, Brumbaugh is able to truly enhance its brand recognition and connect with clients at quality events with unprecedented networking opportunities.
Eileen Connolly-Robbins, EVP & COO, MLCC · Founder, SPW
STATS
Only 10% of all venture capitalists are women.
Women-operated, venture-backed companies have 12% higher revenues.
66% of women aged 18-35 list having a “successful career” as one of their highest priorities.
Philadelphia ranks #9 on the top 10 list of largest metro areas for women-owned businesses.
PA is the 6th largest state for the number of women-owned businesses.
3.8% of women in their 20s hold master’s degrees whereas 2.1% of men in their 20s hold master’s degrees.
There are only 18 women on the Fortune 1000 CEO list.
Lunch and Share Conversation Untold College Financing Secrets Revealed 8/15/12 Presented By: Trevin Panaia
Tuition costs continue to increase, so understanding how to maximize financial aid is more critical than ever before. There’s money available, regardless of income, but the secret to uncovering it is having a strategic plan and knowing when, where and how to apply.
Trevin Panaia, founder of F.A.C.T.S. (Financial Aid Concepts & Tuition Strategies) is an expert in college planning and a trusted partner of 1847Financial. F.A.C.T.S. is an organization dedicated to helping parents formulate college payment plans with optimal financial aid.
REGISTER NOW!
Never Take “No” for an Answer 7/25/12 Presented By: Lisa Scottoline
You probably know Lisa Scottoline from her weekly column “Chick Wit” in the Philadelphia Inquirer and her over 22 best-selling books featuring strong, intelligent women. But did you know she started out as a lawyer and only wrote part-time while raising her daughter as a single mother? She’ll share how she navigated this transition and became an award-winning author by following her dreams. If you’ve ever thought about reinventing your career, you can’t miss this event.
REGISTER NOW!
Event Sponsors: Beneficial Bank; The Carney Group; M&T Bank; Perfection Events; Philadelphia Museum of Art Craft Show
Featured Non-Profit: New Leash on Life New Leash on Life USA is a new-generation prison dog-training program that saves the lives of shelter dogs and socializes them to enhance their adoptability. Inmates learn to train and care for dogs, ensuring long-term success for both. Please bring donations of $5 or $10 Petco gift cards to help the needs of shelter dogs.
Location: Valley Forge Casino Resort Cost: $45 for MLCC Members; $60 for Non-Members
(Cost includes light dinner, signed copy of her latest book, $15 free slot play and free admission to the casino!)
Time: 5:00-7:30pm *Complimentary valet will be provided
Location: Seasons 52 Cost: $35 for MLCC Members; $45 for MLCC Member Guests Time: 11:30am-1:30pm
Event Sponsors:
Wells Fargo; Main Line Health; 1847 Financial/Penn Mutual; Stradley Ronon
Lunch & Share Conversation
TARA WALSH, STEVE SCOLARI AND ANASTASIA SHEFFLER-WOOD, STRADLEY RONON, ANSWER QUESTIONS FROM THE AUDIENCE DURING
THE AFTERNOON’S Q&A SESSION.
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Over 70 guests came to this month’s Lunch and Share at Seasons 52 in King of Prussia on June 7. The event featured guest speakers Steve Scolari, Anastasia Sheffler-Wood and Tara Walsh from Stradley Ronon, who discussed the importance of business succession planning. SPW also featured Tim Zeigler from Kamelot Auctions, who hosted an “antique appraisal” contest during the event. The three individuals who estimated the value closest to the antique’s actual value received a prize.
The next SPW Lunch & Share will take place on August 15 and will feature Trevin Panaia, who will discuss the secrets to accessing more financial aid when it comes to making college tuition payment plans.
SUSANNA FOO, SUSANNA FOO GOURMET KITCHEN, CHATS WITH OTHER SPW ATTENDEES DURING LUNCH.
TIM ZEIGLER, KAMELOT AUCTIONS, REVEALS THE ACTUAL MONETARY VALUE OF THE FEATURED ANTIQUES.
SPW NON-PROFIT SPOTLIGHT: RSVP OF MONTGOMERY COUNTY RSVP of Montgomery County is a multiservice nonprofit organization that utilizes a dedicated corps of 1,200 volunteers to meet the critical human needs in and around Montgomery County, PA.
Offering a way for employees and individual volunteers to help improve their communities, several corporations have been partnering with RSVP to participate in team-building and community service opportunities. Groups of anywhere from five to 250 employees join together to make a lasting impact in their communities. Through 10 volunteer impact programs and 300 nonprofit agency partners, there are a variety of short and long-term projects.
Projects may include outdoor work at a local nature center, participating in RSVP’s America Writes program by becoming pen pals to local students, wrapping books presented to local Head Start preschoolers, painting a local school’s classroom or participating as special event volunteers. The possibilities are endless.
Additionally, RSVP’s 10 Volunteer Impact Programs provide volunteers with unique opportunities to have a profound and direct impact on our community’s most vulnerable populations, which include disadvantaged preschool children, at-risk youth, the elderly, those with low literacy skills, the unemployed, veterans and struggling nonprofit organizations.
To learn more about volunteering through RSVP or supporting their work in the surrounding community, please visit www.rsvpmc.org or call (610) 834-1040, ext.22.
Landmark Americana raises the bar when it comes to bar food. With menu items like spicy tuna egg rolls, lobster quesadillas, Irish nachos and smokehouse ribs, wings, burgers and pizza, Landmark Americana is guaranteed to excite your palate. This tap and grill offers daily drink specials, a mouthwatering late-night menu and a fantastic Sunday brunch. Stop by their new Main Line location—we suggest the Kalamata Martini with the Chicken Imperial for dinner, and the Banana Xango for dessert.
Turning the Pages
Wine and Dine
Looking to make a move or to fill a position at your company? Check out Jobs Main Line! Here are a few examples of what's available:
-Customer Care Representative at Summit Services in Havertown
-Advertising/Marketing/Public Relations Account Manager at Patch.com in Devon
Who’s Hiring?
Blue Ocean Strategy: How to Create Uncontested Market Space and Make Competition Irrelevant By W. Chan Kim and Reneé Mauborgne
“Don’t compete with rivals—make them irrelevant” is the theme of this strategic marketing book. The authors, Kim and Mauborgne, discuss the fact that companies have always engaged in head-to-head competition in search of sustained profitable growth. However, they argue that in today’s overcrowded industries, competing head-on results only in a bloody “red ocean” of rivals fighting over a shrinking profit pool. According to the authors, tomorrow’s leading companies will only succeed by creating “blue oceans” of market space that hasn’t been targeted, instead of fighting over the current market space. Blue Ocean strategic moves (aka “value innovation”) create new value for both firms and consumers. Kim and Mauborgne present a framework that changes the way traditional business operates for a more profitable future.
Nanette Sciolla Carney, co-founder and CEO of The Carney Group, was recently announced as a 2012 SmartCEO Magazine Brava! Award recipient. The award recognizes women leaders in business and philanthropy in the Greater
Philadelphia area. Criteria for the award include demonstrating leadership in growing business, engaging in philanthropy and generating $1 million in annual revenue. The Carney Group is a recruitment company dedicated to “Getting Philly Back to Work.” Nanette is an active member of SPW and The Main Line Chamber of Commerce.
NANETTE SCIOLLA CARNEY OF THE CARNEY GROUP RECEIVES SMARTCEO BRAVA! AWARD
Beneficial Bank CBIZ Payroll
CBIZ Women’s Advantage Coach2Achieve Di Bruno Bros.
Drexel LeBow College of Business Kamelot Auctions
Kelleher Associates, LLC Keystone Gardens
Lorel Marketing Group M&T Bank
PECO PeopleShare
Perfection Events Philadelphia Museum of Art Craft Show
Sovereign Santander Stephen J. DiOrio, CLU, ChFC, Agency, State Farm
Susanna Foo Gourmet Kitchen The Carney Group
Valley Forge Casino Resort Wireless Communications & Electronics, Inc.
Thanks to Our 2012 Event Sponsors
The Main Line Chamber and Devereux are proud to announce the winner of the 2012 Gold Leaf Celebration’s Helena Devereux Women in Leadership Award, Donna Allie of Team Clean, Inc. The Helena Devereux Women in Leadership Award is created to recognize exceptional female executives in the Greater Main Line Region. Candidates for this award are senior-level executives who have demonstrated exceptional leadership qualities, business excellence, a commitment to community service and a dedication to the advancement of all employees. Donna is the president and founder of Team Clean, Inc, a leading provider of janitorial services in the Greater Philadelphia region. She launched the company in the mid-1980s as a solo entrepreneur, and has since then guided the company’s growth to over 700 employees and over $17 million in sales. Team Clean has been recognized as the #1 ranked Minority-Owned Business and the #2 ranked Woman-Owned Business reported in the Philadelphia Business Journal. Donna will be honored at the Gold Leaf Celebration & Luncheon on
Thursday, Sept. 27 at the Philadelphia Country Club. For more information, click here.
HELENA DEVEREUX WOMEN IN LEADERSHIP AWARD GOES TO DONNA ALLIE OF TEAM CLEAN!
The Philadelphia Business Journal announced this year’s top local corporate charitable donors at the 2012 Corporate Philanthropy Summit. The following SPW sponsors were recognized as “Champions of Charity,” in order of overall corporate donations:
#1 Wells Fargo—overall top corporate donor of 2012 #4 PECO #12 PwC #14 Stradley Ronon #22 Beneficial Bank #31 Penn Liberty Bank
Many of these sponsors were recognized in sub-categories such as overall cash donations, volunteer hours, donations of products and services, and more. To read more about this article, please click here.
SPW SPONSORS RECOGNIZED AT 2012 CORPORATE PHILANTHROPY SUMMIT FOR CHARITABLE DONATIONS
EILEEN PAUL LEADS HOTALING’S NEW WEALTH FOR WOMEN PROGRAM AND RECEIVES CFP DESIGNATION Hotaling Investment Management recently launched the Wealth for Women program, for which Eileen Paul achieved a Certified Financial Planner (CFP) designation. The program is focused on providing tailored investment and financial planning services to women experiencing divorce, retirement, widowhood or inheritance as well as to women business leaders with unique management needs. Click here to read more.
Marian Marchese, CEO and founder of New Leash on Life USA and an active Chamber and SPW member, was featured in Main Line Today and on NBC 10 about the New Leash on Life USA program. Marian is a self-declared animal-lover and started this program to save shelter dogs from being euthanized by pairing them with inmates from the Philadelphia prison system. Inmates are taught how to care for dogs by professional dog-trainers, which makes the dogs more adoptable as they receive obedience training they otherwise wouldn’t have. In return, inmates acquire useful job skills they can later use with the help of job placement programs. To read the Main Line Today article, click here.
MARIAN MARCHESE’S “NEW LEASH ON LIFE” FEATURED IN MAIN LINE TODAY & ON NBC 10
GOT NEWS? Please let us know of any achievements or
topics you would like included in a future issue!
Eileen Connolly-Robbins EVP & COO,
The Main Line Chamber of Commerce 484-253-1104
“Great event and great turnout — again! The SPW organization does such a great job.”
Susan Boardman, Brumbaugh Wealth Management Group
“SPW has been instrumental to my business by providing endless opportunities to network with colleagues and others. The sessions have had topics that are very current to business owners.”
Amy Andersson, FinOrg4U
“The team behind SPW goes out of their way to acknowledge, engage and support its members!”
Nanette Carney, The Carney Group
“SPW is a valuable resource that has enabled me to greatly expand my professional and personal network. It's also exciting to run into colleagues and friends, whom I already know at SPW events. It's as though we instantly share a new kinship through our association with SPW. It's a great organization!”
Nan Latona, Kaiserman Jewish Community Center
About SPW Why You Can’t Afford NOT to be a Main Line Chamber Member
MLCC membership pays for itself. All these benefits and more are yours:
Discounted Rates for Chamber Events
Invitation to SPW
New Member Breakfast Club
Free Use of Member Meeting Room
Member to Member Discounts
Member Referral HelpLine - B2B Referrals (484-253-1103)
To learn about membership, visit www.mlcc.org
175 Strafford Avenue, Suite 130 Wayne, PA 19087
www.mlcc.org