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WISE DFW is excited to share that we have 4 open board positions! If you are looking for ways to get more involved, expand your leadership skills, and help shape the direction of the chapter, we want to hear from you. We are accepting applications for the following roles: Vice President, Administration Partnerships Chair Marketing Chair Membership Engagement Chair To apply and read more about the open board roles, please fill out an application here . Want to get more involved but aren't sure if a board position is the best path for you right now? We are also looking for members to join sub-committees. Learn more ...

Join WISE DFW for Sips N Kicks - our annual Women of Inspiration Event and Award Ceremony. The Women of Inspiration Awards event is not only a celebration of women in the sports and event industry, but also a chance to honor the exceptional women leaders in the business of sports and events who serve as role models and mentors for other women in the Dallas/Fort Worth communities. The evening will celebrate our 2023 honorees including this year's Woman of Inspiration award winner, Judy MacLeod of Conference USA . As the first female Commissioner of a major college sports conference, Judy not only leads and inspires her organization, but also other women ...

Join WISE DFW at Sidecar Social Addison for this Year's Financial Fitness event! June 28th: Sidecar Social Addison from 5PM - 8PM This year's theme is all about investing in yourself . We will start the evening with networking, appetizers, drinks and game to unwind from the day, followed by three (3) 20-minute sessions that will include Q&A opportunities. Negotiation: tools to approach and prepare Career Coaching: what is it and how can it benefit you Why WISE: learn more about the incredible programs WISE National curates for our members The event is open to all! Registration is free to current WISE members and $25 for non-members. ...

As Dallas prepared to host the NCAA Women's Final Four, WISE DFW hosted our annual Power Play event with a focus on Women in College Sports. The event highlighted some of the amazing women working on the business side of collegiate sports. They spoke not only of the the importance of Title IX in collegiate sports and the impact the opportunity of sports has on the lives of student athletes, past, present and future but also how it impacted them personally. The e vent f eatured a welcome reception, panel discussion, private access to the AT&T Title IX Anniversary Exhibit, and a post-event member happy hour. PANEL : Welcome: Natalie ...

As Dallas prepares to host the 2023 Women's Final Four, WISE DFW is proud to partner with the Dallas Sports Commission and AT&T for this year's Power Play event on Wednesday, March 15th from 5 - 7PM . We will celebrate women's history month with an up close panel session featuring women in college sports . We are thrilled the backdrop of this year's #PowerPlay is the 50th Anniversary of Title IX Exhibit at the AT&T Discovery Center. Our distinguished panelists include Jenn Hunter (Big 12, Chief Impact Officer), Emily Costello (Conference USA, Associate Director - Sports Services), Christina Dertlinger (LEARFIELD, Director ...

NEW DATE AND TIME! Position Yourself for Success In 2023 With WISE DFW Speed Mentoring Led by our WISE Within chair, Dr. Andria Johnson, join WISE DFW for our first in person event this year now on February 21st at Venture X Dallas by the Galleria from 6-8PM. The evening will start with networking, rapid resume reviews, and light bites & drinks for ~45 minutes. We will then transition to speed mentoring round table discussions. This pillar event is free for members and non-members. More about our WISE Within Chair Dr. Andria Johnson, MBA , DBA... Andria is starting her second year on the WISE DFW board and is a human resources expert with ...

WISE DFW is excited to introduce the 2023 board! We are grateful for returning board members Natalie Jenkins, Jamie Wolfe, Heidi Simmons, Andrea Jones, Cindy Solomon, Andria Johnson, Lauren Middleton, and LaDondra Wilson. And we are thrilled to introduce new board members Brooke Leverette, Stefani DeBerry, and Leane Capps. Below is the list of the 2023 board by roles: Officers President | Natalie Jenkins - Founder, Hip Step Marketing Vice President - Administration | Jamie Wolfe - Vice President, Genesco Sports Vice President - Marketing | Heidi Simmons - Partner Marketing, Kitman Labs Treasurer | Leane Capps - Vice Chair Sports ...

Calling DFW Leaders!! We are excited to announce WISE DFW has three (3) open board positions for 2023 . If you or anyone you know has a calling and/or passion to be a part of this organization, please complete the nomination application. We are looking for any and all leaders who want to support the advancement of women in our industry and are interested in giving back to the DFW community. Application Link: 2023 WISE DFW Board Application Deadline : Applications are open through MONDAY, November 21st. Board Position Descriptions : below are simple descriptions for each role. For additional details about board service ...

When it comes to professional success, you always have to be maintaining your relevance and increasing your value. It’s something women in the business of sports understand and relentlessly pursue. To match that drive and live up to our mission of empowering women, WISE is evolving, too. We’re excited to announce some big changes, starting with a refresh of the WISE brand. WISE women are multidimensional. They’re strong leaders displaying professionalism and integrity while reflecting the industry in which they work — spirited, fun and dynamic. When they come together, they channel an energy that is nothing short of magic. Thanks to the dedication and storytelling ...