Successful Women Making a Difference

For the second year, the UConn Department of Women and Philanthropy is hosting a free program for the public called Successful Women Making a Difference. This event consists of a panel discussion and networking opportunities with strong and successful women in the region who will share their stories, contributions, and ideas about success.

When: Friday, September 28, 2018 from 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.

Where: UConn Avery Point Auditorium, 1084 Shennecossett Road, Groton

Fran Pastore, CEO of the Women’s Development Council, will serve as the keynote speaker while Susette Tibus, Owner of Simply Majestic Jewelry in Mystic, will be the moderator. Panelists include:

• Kia Baird, Certified Employment Support Professional and President of the New London County Section of the National Council of Negro Women
• Rain Daughterty, Outdoor Program & Outreach Coordinator, L.L. Bean and former director of the Office of Development and Planning for the City of New London
• Maryam Elahi, President & CEO, Community Foundation of Eastern Connecticut
• Lisa Tepper-Bates,Consultant, Fio Partners and recent CEO of the Connecticut Coalition to End Homelessness

Please RSVP by September 21st here. If you require an accommodation to participate or have any dietary needs, please specify this in your RSVP. For questions, please contact Marcy Jarzabek via email or at (860) 486-3905.