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Register online at http://wsummit.bryant.edu or please print in ink and complete oneform for each attendee. Enclose a check for $150 made payable to Bryant University. Mail to:Bryant University, P.O. Box 17, 1150 Douglas Pike, Smithfield, RI 02917. Registrations afterFeb. 23 are $175. Registration is limited. Sorry, no registrations will be accepted at the door.

Ms. Mrs. Dr. Mr. LAST NAME: FIRST NAME:

TITLE: COMPANY NAME:

ADDRESS:

CITY: STATE: ZIP:

WORK PHONE: E-MAIL:

BRYANT UNDERGRADUATE ALUMNA/US? YES NO YEAR:

BRYANT GRADUATE ALUMNA/US? YES NO YEAR:

I would like to receive .5 CEUs for attending the full Women’s Summit

Welcome Remarks & Opening Keynote Address: Michele Peluso (8:45 - 9:45 A.M.)I will attend the Opening Keynote Address

Session A (10:15 – 11:30 A.M.)Please indicate your first and second choice by numbering one and two.

___ Getting Even: Why Women Don’t Get Paid Like Men and What to Do About It

___ You Work Hard – Now Let Your $$$ Work for You!

___ Why it’s Time for Women to Lead in America

___ I Didn’t Mean THAT! Solving the Communication Puzzle at Work

___ Is Entrepreneurship the Answer?

___ The Feminine Paradigm for Business: A Strategy That Supports, Strengthens, and Serves

___ Aha! Getting Better Results Through Creative Thinking

___ Beyond Tokenism: The Impact on Women and Diversity in the Workplace

___ Career Visibility: Are You Managing Your Career Effectively?

___ Keys to Providing Excellent Customer Service

I will not attend Session A

Luncheon & Keynote Address: Geraldine A. Ferraro (12 -1:30 P.M.)I will attend the luncheon. Indicate special dietary restrictions

Session B (1:45 - 3 P.M.)Please indicate your first and second choice by numbering one and two.

___ Executive Development Strategies for Senior Leadership

___ Don’t Derail Your Success: WIN Everyday Negotiations

___ Relationship Building Through Networking

___ The Power of Questions: Lead, Succeed, and Activate Change

___ Managing Your Leadership Brand

___ The E Factor: How Enthusiasm Creates Measurable Results

___ Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction

___ Opening the Door to Corporate America for Your Business

___ Breakthrough Job Search Strategies

I will not attend Session B

Closing Keynote Address: Joan Countryman (3:15 - 4 P.M.)I will attend the Closing Keynote Address

Networking Reception (4 - 4:45 P.M.)I will attend the Networking Reception

Scholarship Donation: In the past we have provided a limited number of scholarships for individuals who would not be able to other-wise attend the Women’s Summit. If you would like to contribute to this scholarship fund, please indicate the amount that you wouldlike to donate and add this to your total. Thank you in advance for your generosity.

Registration Fee $150

Scholarship Donation (optional)

TOTAL

Please note: Your conference registration packet and session assignments will be available at registration beginning at 7:30 a.m. on Thursday, March 13. The Summit begins at 8:30 a.m.

Scholarship Note: To learn more about applying for a scholarship, please call (401) 232-6565.

Refund Note: If you cancel on or before February 4, you are eligible for a refund less a $30 processing fee. Sorry, no refunds can bemade after that date.

Registration for the 2008 Women’s Summit is on a first-come, first-served basis until the conference is sold out. Please register early.

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8THE SUMMIT IN BRIEF 2008

7:30 - 8:45 a.m.

RegistrationGeorge E. Bello Center for Information TechnologyHeidi & Walter StepanGrand Hall

Continental BreakfastElizabeth and MalcolmChace Wellness and AthleticCenter

8:45 - 9 a.m.

Welcoming RemarksChace Wellness Center

9 - 10 a.m.

Opening Keynote Speaker Michele PelusoChace Wellness Center

10 - 10:15 a.m.

Break

10:15 - 11:30 a.m.

Workshop Session A

11:30 a.m. - 12 p.m.

Break/Session Booksignings

12 - 12:45 p.m.

LuncheonChace Wellness Center

12:45 - 1:30 p.m.

Luncheon Keynote SpeakerGeraldine A. FerraroChace Wellness Center

1:30 - 1:45 p.m.

Break/Booksigning

1:45 - 3 p.m.

Workshop Session B

3:15 - 4 p.m.

Closing Keynote SpeakerJoan CountrymanChace Wellness Center

4 - 4:45 p.m.

Networking ReceptionGeorge E. Bello CenterStepan Grand Hall

W O M E N ’ SS U M M I T

2 0 0 8

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platinum sponsor

MICHELLEPELUSO

GERALDINE A. FERRARO

JOANCOUNTRYMAN

Michelle Peluso, president and chief executive officer of Travelocity,

is recognized as a leader who puts the customer first. She is a third

generation entrepreneur who has innovated to achieve revenue growth,

vaulting Travelocity to become the sixth largest travel agency worldwide.

At 35 years old, she has amassed a resume of varied experiences that

range from launching a nationally recognized, last-minute travel Web site,

to serving as a White House Fellow, to earning a master’s degree in

economics, philosophy, and politics at Oxford. Peluso is also committed to

charitable causes including TechnoServe, which helps people in poor rural

areas of the world develop entrepreneurial skills.

Geraldine A. Ferraro is a principal in the government relations practice

of the national law firm, Blank Rome, but she earned a place in history as

the first woman vice-presidential candidate on a national party ticket in

1984. Today, she counsels clients on public policy issues and has handled

matters before the United Nations, the U.S. Government, and the Confer-

ence of Mayors, among others. She is active in the nation’s foreign policy

arena, and also serves as a political analyst for FOX News and a columnist

for The New York Times Syndicate. An accomplished author, Ferraro has

written numerous articles and three books, including Geraldine Ferraro:

Changing History.

After serving for 12 years as head of the Lincoln School in Providence,

Joan Countryman helped launch Oprah Winfrey’s Leadership Academy

for Girls in South Africa. She served as interim head of the school through

its opening and first term until April 2007. During Countryman’s long and

distinguished career in education, she has served as a teacher and director

of studies at Germantown Friends School in Pennsylvania. She’s lectured

at the University of Pennsylvania, consulted to the School District of

Philadelphia, and written several publications including Writing to Learn

Mathematics (1992) and Black Images in American Literature (1977).

WOMEN’S SUMMIT 2008 WOMEN’S SUMMIT 2008KEYNOTE SPEAKERS

Inspiration and Empowerment serve as the foundation forpersonal and professional success. This year, the Women’sSummit at Bryant University will inspire and empower youas you strive to achieve your personal best in life and yourchosen profession.

At the 2008 Women’s Summit, you’ll hear from threeprominent keynote speakers who personify success in the

areas of corporate America, government, and education. Their leadership style,perseverance, compassion, and generosity have inspired and empowered many.

In addition, the Summit will feature 19 educational workshops presented by prominent women who are experts and leaders in their fields. Through theirextensive knowledge, you’ll gain valuable insight into leadership, entrepreneur-ship, negotiation, diversity, communication, life balance, and financial investing.The workshops are designed to appeal to women at various levels of career development, from the new professional to those in senior executive positions.

For the past 11 years, thousands of women throughout Southeastern New

England have gathered at Bryant for the Women’s Summit. This would not have

been possible without the support of our sponsors, who have empowered us to

provide you with this conference at such a great value. Their support of women,

along with the commitment of the Women’s Summit Committee and its

co-chairs, volunteers, faculty, staff, and students make this event a success.

We look forward to seeing you at the 2008 Women’s Summit at Bryant

University for a day of “Inspiration and Empowerment.”

Director

Women’s Summit

SESSION A (10:15 – 11:30 A.M.)Concurrent Morning Sessions

Getting Even: Why Women Don’t Get Paid Like Men and What to Do About It Prepare to get paid fairly! Learn about the benchmarking and negotiation strategies you can

use to close the gender wage gap.

Speaker: Evelyn Murphy, Founder and President, The WAGE (Women are Getting Even) Project, Inc., and Author of Getting Even: Why Women Don’t Get Paid Like Men and What

to Do About It

You Work Hard – Now Let Your $$$ Work for You! Learn to budget, reduce debt, and develop an investment strategy to work toward your

lifetime financial goals.

Speaker: Nancy Chisholm, Regional Consultant, Fidelity Investments

Why it’s Time for Women to Lead in AmericaWomen have the power and influence to keep America strong in the global marketplace.

Learn how to take the actions necessary to lead and build a strong future for America.

Speaker: Vicky Donlan, Publisher, Women’s Business Boston, and Author, Her Turn:

Why it’s Time for Women to Lead in America

I Didn’t Mean THAT! Solving the Communication Puzzle at WorkChoose the right words to get the results you desire. Learn how to streamline your vocabulary

in high stress situations and lead with power without alienating your coworkers.

Speaker: Michelle Yozzo Drake, CEO and Cofounder, The Cove Group, Inc., and Author, From the Kitchen Sink to the Corner Office: Mom’s Secret Recipes for Success Revealed!

Is Entrepreneurship the Answer?This panel will discuss why women choose entrepreneurship, and panelists will share

their experiences. You’ll also learn about current research that supports the benefits of

entrepreneurship for women.

Speakers: Sheila Hoogeboom, Business Consultant (Moderator); Kimberly A. Eddleston ’92,Ph.D., Assistant Professor, Northeastern University’s Entrepreneurship & Innovation Group;Wendy Hanson, Cofounder, The Sassy Ladies; Mary McIntosh ’97 MBA, Principal, VectorHMG, Inc.; and Pam Richter, Founder and President, Pam’s Snacks, LLC

The Feminine Paradigm for Business: A Strategy That Supports, Strengthens, and Serves Hear an inspiring story of a pioneer in social enterprise and discover ways that business

as a creative enterprise can foster peace and prosperity in our communities.

Speaker: Amber Chand, Founder and President, The Amber Chand Collection: Global Gifts for Peace and Understanding

Relationship Building Through Networking In this interactive session you’ll learn the tips, strategies, and techniques that you’ll

need to manage a successful networking process and build strong relationships.

Speaker: Rita B. Allen, Founder and President, Rita B. Allen Associates

The Power of Questions: Lead, Succeed, and Activate ChangeFind out how questions can make the difference between getting what you want and

going without.

Speaker: Dorothy Leeds, President, Organizational Technologies, Inc. and Author of PowerSpeak

Managing Your Leadership BrandLearn how to build a strong personal brand using a blend of proven marketing

and branding techniques.

Speaker: Terri Nimmons, Principal, Stone Lake Leadership Group

The E Factor: How Enthusiasm Creates Measurable ResultsLearn to create an enthusiastic work environment that will ensure successful results

from your employees.

Speaker: Bonnie DiMatteo, President, Atlantic Consultants

Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction Discover how to respond, rather than react, to the stresses in your life by drawing on your

own inner resources for growth, healing, and well-being.

Speaker: Karen K. Ryder, Certified Professional Holistic Counselor

Opening the Door to Corporate America for Your BusinessHear from seasoned entrepreneurs about how to find success in accessing new markets

and capital, and building strategic networks.

Speakers: Carol Malysz, Director, Center for Women & Enterprise (Moderator); CherylWatkins Snead, President and CEO, Banneker Industries; Gayle Ahlers, President, AhlersDesign; and April Williams, CEO, North Star Marketing

Breakthrough Job Search StrategiesStand out, be heard, and get offers in any job market. Discover the strategies

you need to make bold, calculated risks and distinguish yourself in a crowd.

Speaker: Elizabeth Freedman, Principal, Elizabeth Freedman & Company, and Author, The MBA Student’s Job-Seeking Bible and Work 101: Learning the Ropes

of the Workplace Without Hanging Yourself

For more detailed information, directions, or to register online, visit wsummit.bryant.edu. You may also call(401) 232-6565. The Bryant University Women’s Summit cannot be responsible for any speaker or programchanges that occur due to unforeseen circumstances. Any changes or updates will be posted on the Website and announced the day of the event.

Platinum Sponsor: Fidelity Investments

Gold Sponsor: The Amica Companies

Silver Sponsors: Hinckley, Allen & Snyder LLP; National Grid; Navigant Credit Union; PricewaterhouseCoopers; Sensata Technologies; and Textron

Silver Supporter: Underwriting provided by Citizens Bank Foundation

Bronze Sponsors: GTECH; Hampton Inn & Suites; IKON; Lefkowitz, Garfinkel, Champi & DeRienzo P.C.; Right Management Consultants; Sperian

Media Sponsor: Providence Business News

Printed by Colonial Printing, Warwick, RI

THANKS TO OUR 2008 SPONSORS

MORNING AND AFTERNOON SESSIONS WOMEN’S SUMMIT 2008WELCOME TO THE 2008 WOMEN’S SUMMIT

Aha! Getting Better Results Through Creative ThinkingTap into your creative potential to find innovative solutions for the daily challenges you face

at work and at home.

Speakers: Anice O’Connor, Ph.D., Professor of Leadership Studies, Johnson and Wales University

Beyond Tokenism: The Impact on Women and Diversity in the WorkplaceThis panel will discuss the benefits and costs of tokenism in the workplace, including ways

managers can respond to women in underrepresented identity categories.

Speakers: Judith McDonnell, Associate Professor of History and Social Sciences, Bryant University (Moderator); Toby Simon, Assistant to the Dean and Director of the Women’sCenter, Bryant University (Moderator); Kendra Goodrum ’03, ’05 MBA, Financial and Management Analyst, McLaughlin Research Corporation; Jeannine Chartier, Executive and Artistic Director, VSA Arts of Rhode Island; and Joelle Murchison Hayes, Director of Diversity, The Travelers Company, Inc.

Career Visibility: Are You Managing Your Career Effectively?Career success depends on what you know and who knows about your achievements.

Learn how to increase your visibility in the workplace and reap the benefits.

Speakers: Trisha Carty Griffin, Founder, Griffin-Carty Communications; and Jayne Matson,Senior Vice President, Keystone Associates

Keys to Providing Excellent Customer ServiceDiscover the three keys to unlock and strengthen your organization’s ability to provide

excellent customer service.

Speaker: Rita Williams-Bogar, President and CEO, Personal Development Solutions LLC

SESSION B (1:45 – 3 P.M.)Concurrent Afternoon Sessions

Executive Development Strategies for Senior LeadershipThis panel of senior executives will share strategies you can use to add value to your

organization as you climb the corporate ladder.

Speakers: Lori Coakley, Ph.D., Associate Professor of Management, Bryant University (Moderator); Vicary Graham, Regional President, BNY Mellon/Wealth Management; Donna Sams, Vice President of Corporate Systems, CVS Caremark Corporation; and D. Cristi Stroud, Managing Partner, Northwestern Mutual Financial Network

Don’t Derail Your Success: WIN Everyday NegotiationsHear a panel of experts discuss the strategies you can employ to win everyday negotiations

at work.

Speakers: Lisa Bergeron, President, Leading Women (Moderator); Valerie Littlefield ’86,Manager of Organizational Quality Services, AIPSO; Jean Pelletier, Vice President of HRSystems and Services, GTECH; Robin Main, Partner, Hinckley, Allen, Snyder LLP; Tia Bush,Executive Director and Quality Site Head, Amgen Rhode Island; and Martha C. Hultzman,Senior Manager, Lefkowitz, Garfinkel, Champi & DiRienzo P.C.

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Register online at http://wsummit.bryant.edu or please print in ink and complete oneform for each attendee. Enclose a check for $150 made payable to Bryant University. Mail to:Bryant University, P.O. Box 17, 1150 Douglas Pike, Smithfield, RI 02917. Registrations afterFeb. 23 are $175. Registration is limited. Sorry, no registrations will be accepted at the door.

Ms. Mrs. Dr. Mr. LAST NAME: FIRST NAME:

TITLE: COMPANY NAME:

ADDRESS:

CITY: STATE: ZIP:

WORK PHONE: E-MAIL:

BRYANT UNDERGRADUATE ALUMNA/US? YES NO YEAR:

BRYANT GRADUATE ALUMNA/US? YES NO YEAR:

I would like to receive .5 CEUs for attending the full Women’s Summit

Welcome Remarks & Opening Keynote Address: Michele Peluso (8:45 - 9:45 A.M.)I will attend the Opening Keynote Address

Session A (10:15 – 11:30 A.M.)Please indicate your first and second choice by numbering one and two.

___ Getting Even: Why Women Don’t Get Paid Like Men and What to Do About It

___ You Work Hard – Now Let Your $$$ Work for You!

___ Why it’s Time for Women to Lead in America

___ I Didn’t Mean THAT! Solving the Communication Puzzle at Work

___ Is Entrepreneurship the Answer?

___ The Feminine Paradigm for Business: A Strategy That Supports, Strengthens, and Serves

___ Aha! Getting Better Results Through Creative Thinking

___ Beyond Tokenism: The Impact on Women and Diversity in the Workplace

___ Career Visibility: Are You Managing Your Career Effectively?

___ Keys to Providing Excellent Customer Service

I will not attend Session A

Luncheon & Keynote Address: Geraldine A. Ferraro (12 -1:30 P.M.)I will attend the luncheon. Indicate special dietary restrictions

Session B (1:45 - 3 P.M.)Please indicate your first and second choice by numbering one and two.

___ Executive Development Strategies for Senior Leadership

___ Don’t Derail Your Success: WIN Everyday Negotiations

___ Relationship Building Through Networking

___ The Power of Questions: Lead, Succeed, and Activate Change

___ Managing Your Leadership Brand

___ The E Factor: How Enthusiasm Creates Measurable Results

___ Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction

___ Opening the Door to Corporate America for Your Business

___ Breakthrough Job Search Strategies

I will not attend Session B

Closing Keynote Address: Joan Countryman (3:15 - 4 P.M.)I will attend the Closing Keynote Address

Networking Reception (4 - 4:45 P.M.)I will attend the Networking Reception

Scholarship Donation: In the past we have provided a limited number of scholarships for individuals who would not be able to other-wise attend the Women’s Summit. If you would like to contribute to this scholarship fund, please indicate the amount that you wouldlike to donate and add this to your total. Thank you in advance for your generosity.

Registration Fee $150

Scholarship Donation (optional)

TOTAL

Please note: Your conference registration packet and session assignments will be available at registration beginning at 7:30 a.m. on Thursday, March 13. The Summit begins at 8:30 a.m.

Scholarship Note: To learn more about applying for a scholarship, please call (401) 232-6565.

Refund Note: If you cancel on or before February 4, you are eligible for a refund less a $30 processing fee. Sorry, no refunds can bemade after that date.

Registration for the 2008 Women’s Summit is on a first-come, first-served basis until the conference is sold out. Please register early.

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8THE SUMMIT IN BRIEF 2008

7:30 - 8:45 a.m.

RegistrationGeorge E. Bello Center for Information TechnologyHeidi & Walter StepanGrand Hall

Continental BreakfastElizabeth and MalcolmChace Wellness and AthleticCenter

8:45 - 9 a.m.

Welcoming RemarksChace Wellness Center

9 - 10 a.m.

Opening Keynote Speaker Michele PelusoChace Wellness Center

10 - 10:15 a.m.

Break

10:15 - 11:30 a.m.

Workshop Session A

11:30 a.m. - 12 p.m.

Break/Session Booksignings

12 - 12:45 p.m.

LuncheonChace Wellness Center

12:45 - 1:30 p.m.

Luncheon Keynote SpeakerGeraldine A. FerraroChace Wellness Center

1:30 - 1:45 p.m.

Break/Booksigning

1:45 - 3 p.m.

Workshop Session B

3:15 - 4 p.m.

Closing Keynote SpeakerJoan CountrymanChace Wellness Center

4 - 4:45 p.m.

Networking ReceptionGeorge E. Bello CenterStepan Grand Hall

W O M E N ’ SS U M M I T

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platinum sponsor

MICHELLEPELUSO

GERALDINE A. FERRARO

JOANCOUNTRYMAN

Michelle Peluso, president and chief executive officer of Travelocity,

is recognized as a leader who puts the customer first. She is a third

generation entrepreneur who has innovated to achieve revenue growth,

vaulting Travelocity to become the sixth largest travel agency worldwide.

At 35 years old, she has amassed a resume of varied experiences that

range from launching a nationally recognized, last-minute travel Web site,

to serving as a White House Fellow, to earning a master’s degree in

economics, philosophy, and politics at Oxford. Peluso is also committed to

charitable causes including TechnoServe, which helps people in poor rural

areas of the world develop entrepreneurial skills.

Geraldine A. Ferraro is a principal in the government relations practice

of the national law firm, Blank Rome, but she earned a place in history as

the first woman vice-presidential candidate on a national party ticket in

1984. Today, she counsels clients on public policy issues and has handled

matters before the United Nations, the U.S. Government, and the Confer-

ence of Mayors, among others. She is active in the nation’s foreign policy

arena, and also serves as a political analyst for FOX News and a columnist

for The New York Times Syndicate. An accomplished author, Ferraro has

written numerous articles and three books, including Geraldine Ferraro:

Changing History.

After serving for 12 years as head of the Lincoln School in Providence,

Joan Countryman helped launch Oprah Winfrey’s Leadership Academy

for Girls in South Africa. She served as interim head of the school through

its opening and first term until April 2007. During Countryman’s long and

distinguished career in education, she has served as a teacher and director

of studies at Germantown Friends School in Pennsylvania. She’s lectured

at the University of Pennsylvania, consulted to the School District of

Philadelphia, and written several publications including Writing to Learn

Mathematics (1992) and Black Images in American Literature (1977).

WOMEN’S SUMMIT 2008 WOMEN’S SUMMIT 2008KEYNOTE SPEAKERS