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LinkedIn has continued to evolve as an employment network and connection tool. This platform plays a significant part in most recruiters’ search for talent, particularly in the business world. This session will recommend tips for appealing to potential employers and ways to improve your profile for networking success.

Presenter’s bio:

Diane Fennig is a passionate architect at the intersection of opportunities and talent. She brings more than 25 years of career development and management experience in a University environment to Executive Search and Leadership Development. Diane joined The Human Capital Group in 2009 to incorporate her network with her keen sense of talent as a Consultant in Retained Executive Search. She embodies the motto, “We make a difference in your business…by doing things differently in ours.” Diane enjoys Association Affiliations with the Forté Foundation, WACUBO, SACUBO, YMCA, SHRM and SHRM-Atlanta. Diane has earned degrees from Marquette University, Miami University and The University of South Carolina as foundations for her role as career connector and educator. She also serves as a guest blogger for the Society of Human Resource Management in the areas of recruitment, retention and employee satisfaction.

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In the first two months of 2023, women gained 34 seats on the boards of S&P 500 companies, increasing the percentage of total women to 32.5%. Forté’s newest speaking series, Women on Boards, highlights the stories of those in that 32.5% and helps direct the efforts and intentions of those who aspire to move that percentage even higher. As a segment of the Forté Premium Membership level, Women on Boards offers quarterly insights and encouragement for all who have dreamt of having a seat at the table.

Have you thought about expanding your impact and influence through board service? For many, this journey starts with a non-profit board seat. BoardAssist Founder Cynthia Remec, will share with our audience the multiple factors you should consider when joining a non-profit board, including cultural fit, financial commitment, and size of the organization. Cynthia will also speak to the importance of a long-term match and placement. This latter piece will be especially attractive to our New York-based members as BoardAssist has committed to work on a pro bono basis with New York area Forté members to personally match them with one of the hundreds of New York-based non-profit boards they support.

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Meet Cynthia Remec, Executive Director and Founder, BoardAssist

Cynthia Remec is the Executive Director and founder of BoardAssist. An internationally recognized authority on non-profit governance issues, Ms. Remec has lectured on non-profit governance at events for the business schools of Columbia, Harvard, Stanford, and Wharton, as well as at forums for government agencies, leading financial service institutions, and Fortune 100 corporations. Since founding BoardAssist, Ms. Remec has been responsible for bringing over $200 million into the non-profit community through the board placements she has affected.

Ms. Remec has been quoted or profiled in The Wall Street Journal, The New York Times, Forbes, The Financial Times, Crain’s New York Business, and Conde Nast Portfolio, among other publications, and is the author of Giving Back, a guide to non-profit board service. Before founding BoardAssist, Ms. Remec was a corporate lawyer with Pillsbury Winthrop, Weil Gotshal, and JP Morgan. She formerly served on the boards of Platinum Pals, Artadia, ExpandED Schools, and INCLUDE and currently sits on the Business Advisory Board of Hunter College and Major Gifts Committee of The Metropolitan Museum of Art and is a Patron of the Arts in the Vatican Museums.

Interviewed by Asha Aravindakshan, Author

Asha Aravindakshan (@dcasha) is the author of Skills: The Common Denominator, which highlights true stories of transferable skills for career success. Previously, she streamlined business operations to maximize accountability, growth, and strategic alignment for public and private stakeholders. She brings entrepreneurial agility with an unwavering commitment to amplifying impact. Asha serves on the Board of Directors for MIT Sloan Club of New York, the Alumni Leadership Council for the Forté Foundation, and as a Venture Partner for Verve Ventures. She’s presented at conferences in the Americas and is the recipient of awards on digital transformation and the future of work. Asha studied business at The George Washington University and Massachusetts Institute of Technology.

What is a typical day like for an MBA student? Join us to hear from current students attending Forté partner business schools. They will share what their day-to-day life is like in their MBA program. They will also discuss their campus experiences, culture, community, and more. Don’t miss this opportunity to get your MBA questions answered.

Panel includes students from:

• Carnegie Mellon University (Tepper School of Business)
• Georgia Tech (Scheller College of Business)
• University of Pennsylvania (The Wharton School)
• University of Virginia (Darden School of Business)
• Vanderbilt University (Owen Graduate School of Management)

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Interested in working in CPG and Brand Management? In this online session geared toward MBA and early career women, a panel of MBA alumni with successful careers in this field share insights into what it’s like to work in CPG and Brand Management.

• Find out how to leverage your business school experience into a long-term career in this industry.
• Step “into the office” with our women MBAs as they discuss the challenges of keeping up with consumer demands.
• Find whether you really have to love “the product” in order to create a thriving career.

We hope their stories will motivate you, inspire you, and help guide your own career choices.

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Do you want to better advocate for yourself and the women in your network? Knowledge is power! Last year, Forté surveyed nearly 1,500 MBA alumni about their career outcomes, work-life satisfaction, and perceived barriers to advancement. Join Forté’s Academic in Residence and Dean of the School of Business and Technology at Saint Mary’s University of Minnesota, Michelle Wieser, as she shares what your classmates reported – everything from salaries and promotions to preferences for remote work. You’ll also have the opportunity to hear from Forté CEO Elissa Sangster and meet our new MBA alumni engagement lead, Liz Young.

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Meet Dr. Michelle Wieser

Michelle Wieser, Ph.D. is the dean of the School of Business and Technology at Saint Mary’s University of Minnesota. Before joining Saint Mary’s, Wieser served as interim dean, associate dean, and program director at St. Catherine University. Earlier in her academic career, she held leadership positions with the University of Minnesota’s Carlson School of Management and Washington University in St. Louis. Before entering academia, she held sales, marketing, and consulting roles with General Mills, Nestlé Purina, and EY Consulting.

Michelle is a former Forté board member and currently serves as Forté’s Academic in Residence. She has partnered with Forté since 2016 on research exploring the academic experience and career outcomes of MBA students by gender and race. Recently, this research has been highlighted in over 50 articles and TV and radio segments including the Financial Times, Bloomberg, Yahoo! Finance, and CBS News. Michelle received her Ph.D. from the University of Minnesota, an MBA from Washington University in St Louis, and a Bachelor of Journalism degree from the University of Missouri. She resides in Minneapolis with her husband, John, 12-year-old daughter, Charlotte, and dog, Poppy.

Is an MBA in your future but you don’t want to start right after you finish your degree? Forté is here to help!

Stay on track with Forté MBALaunch for Undergrads. This four-week program provides the tools needed to create a successful business school application. This program will keep you connected and engaged with motivated undergraduate women (who could be your future classmates) and meet with experts from top b-schools from across the country.

Enroll today to learn more about the program curriculum in greater detail. We will discuss:

• What makes the MBALaunch for Undergrads experience unique
• The MBALaunch for Undergrads application process and deadlines
• MBALaunch for Undergrads program timeline

This is your chance to meet the Forté MBALaunch for Undergrads team and to get your questions answered. We look forward to assisting you on your deferred MBA journey!

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Forté MBA Forums are designed for those considering an MBA — whether you’re a high achiever looking to change careers, a college student planning for the future, or a professional ready to take your career to the next level.

Join us at a Virtual Forum to learn about the MBA advantage, connect with admissions reps at high-ranking business schools, hear from successful MBA women who have been in your shoes, and expand your network.

The best part? Join us from anywhere — no travel or business suit required.

Reasons To Attend: 

• Learn what an MBA can do for your career
• Connect with top business schools to find the MBA program that is right for you
• Expand your network and meet standout peers who may be future classmates

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Please note: This Forum is focused on full-time MBA programs.

Have you decided to get an MBA, but feel overwhelmed by the application process? Rest easy — Forté has you covered!

Stay on track with Forté MBALaunch. This eight-month program provides a comprehensive plan for applying to business school, including step-by-step application guidance and the most supportive network of peers and experts.

Join us to learn more about the MBALaunch program curriculum in greater detail. We will discuss:

• What makes the MBALaunch experience unique
• MBALaunch application process and deadlines
• MBALaunch program timeline

This info session is your opportunity to meet the Forté MBALaunch team and get your questions answered. We look forward to assisting you on your MBA journey!

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Forté virtual events are produced for the benefit of our members. Information provided at this virtual event should not be reproduced, distributed, or published without the written consent of Forté and permission from individual speakers. If you wish to use our content, please contact Forté for permission.