Connection • Community • Purpose Join us for a relaxed summer evening at Frederick Social, where meaningful connections happen naturally. This is a come-as-you-are gathering—no formal networking, no agenda—just time to unwind, connect, and enjoy great conversation with women who share a passion for community and purpose. We’ll come together to support Andrea’s House, an organization making a lasting impact for women and families in our community. Whether through registration or donations, your participation helps provide essential resources and support to those working toward stability and independence. Bring a friend, meet someone new, and be part of a Social that feels good... and does good. Registration Options $10 to Attend All registration proceeds will benefit Andrea’s House. OR Attend Free with an In-Kind Donation Bring a much-needed item to support Andrea’s House in place of registration. In-Kind Donation Ideas Andrea’s House supports women and families as they transition toward stability. The following items are especially helpful: Personal care items (shampoo, conditioner, soap, deodorant, toothpaste, feminine hygiene products) Laundry supplies (detergent, dryer sheets) Household essentials (paper towels, toilet paper, cleaning products) Gift cards (grocery, pharmacy, gas) New towels or bedding All donated items will be delivered directly to Andrea’s House.

Getting Started with Copilot: AI for Everyday Work Tasks  Registration Free for WBN Members $10 for Non-Members - All non-member registration proceeds will benefit Andrea’s House. Virtual Training (link provided after registration) Overview Curious about AI but not sure where to start? This interactive Skills Series session introduces Microsoft Copilot and shows you how to use it for everyday work tasks like writing, summarizing, brainstorming, and organizing information. Designed for beginners, this session combines short demos with hands-on practice so you can try Copilot in real time and walk away with skills you can use immediately. What You’ll Learn What Microsoft Copilot is (and what it isn’t) How to use AI for common, everyday work tasks Simple prompting techniques to get better results How to apply Copilot in your own workflow What to Expect Live demonstrations Guided, hands-on practice A supportive, low-pressure learning environment Practical tips you can use right away About the Presenter Isabel Sumy AI Consultant, Penn State University Isabel Sumy is an AI Consultant at Penn State University with hands-on experience helping faculty and staff use Microsoft Copilot to work more efficiently. She supports AI-enabled teaching and administrative workflows and regularly leads Copilot trainings and workshops for academic and professional audiences. Isabel is passionate about helping professionals feel confident using AI tools to save time, streamline work, and focus on higher-impact work.

WBN Speaker Series AI for Everyday Business: Save Time, Stay Organized, Reduce Stress Join us for a practical, easy-to-follow session designed to help you simplify your daily work using AI. Your inbox is full. Your to-do list keeps growing. And the digital work behind your business never really stops. AI is everywhere right now, but most advice feels either too technical or too vague to be useful. This session cuts through the noise and focuses on real-world tools you can start using right away. What You’ll Learn • How to use AI to clean up emails, documents, and everyday writing • Simple ways to organize notes, ideas, and meeting takeaways • How to turn repetitive tasks into clear, reusable systems • Basic prompting techniques that improve AI results instantly • The “power prompt” that makes AI feel like a true assistant What to Expect • Live demonstrations using real business scenarios • Practical, easy-to-apply tools (no tech background needed) • A clear, no-overwhelm approach to using AI in your daily work Event Details 📅 Wednesday, May 13, 2026 ⏰ 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM 📍 Venture X – Frederick, MD About the Speaker Whitney Hahn is known as the “No Busyness Advisor,” helping leaders replace hustle with clarity, accountability, and systems that actually work. She founded Provoke Better to help founders and teams move out of survival mode and into sustainable growth. Her background spans leadership consulting, team coaching, and marketing, with unique experience as a radio DJ, TV host, and zoo marketing director, where she learned to engage audiences and stay calm when things get unpredictable. Today, Whitney helps professionals turn their expertise into practical, AI-supported workflows that save time, improve communication, and reduce friction—without adding complexity. She serves on leadership and tech advisory boards and regularly speaks on culture, growth, and practical AI adoption for everyday business. Optional: We will be collecting items for Andrea’s House at this event. Donations are always appreciated and help support women and families in our community.

Empower Yourself to Sell with Confidence is a customized, interactive presentation designed for women entrepreneurs and professionals who want to feel more comfortable, capable, and confident in sales. This engaging session helps participants reframe their mindset about selling and discover how confidence and authenticity can become their greatest business tools. Through relatable examples, guided reflection, and practical strategies, attendees will walk away with a fresh perspective on what it really means to sell—without pressure, pushiness, or pretending to be someone they’re not. Key Takeaways: Techniques for overcoming sales fear by identifying unique selling strengths – Learn how to recognize and leverage your natural communication style, personality, and strengths to create a sales approach that feels aligned and effective. Letting go of the “I don’t want to sound salesy” mindset – Shift away from fear-based thinking and replace it with a more confident, service-driven mindset that positions selling as helping, not pushing. How to use authenticity to develop relationships and close the sale with confidence – Discover how genuine connection and trust-building can lead to stronger relationships, better conversations, and more natural, confident sales outcomes. This presentation empowers women to stop doubting themselves in sales conversations and start showing up with clarity, confidence, and purpose—so they can grow their businesses while staying true to who they are. About the Speaker Meet Jean Wright, a seasoned professional with 4 decades of sales experience spanning personnel agencies, sports entertainment, non-profits, television, print, and digital media. She attained management-level positions through her sheer dedication and exceptional customer service. But Jean's journey didn't stop there. As a former WBN president, she noticed that some members lacked sales confidence and addressed it with her debut book, “Selling Your Confidence: Forging a Successful Sales Career from Mint Cookies to Martinis.” From her early days as a Girl Scout selling cookies to her adult sales career, Jean's story is packed with valuable insights and helpful tips about presenting yourself and feeling more confident along the way. Jean is now a sales confidence builder, on a mission to empower women across their sales journey. She coaches female entrepreneurs who are new to selling or feel stuck when it comes to asking for the business, empowering them to develop authentic relationship-building skills and approach sales with greater confidence.

Connection • Community • Purpose Join us for an easygoing evening focused on connection, conversation, and giving back. This is a come-as-you-are social, no structured networking, no program, just a chance to spend time together in a relaxed setting with women who value community and purpose. We’ll gather at Vanish, to unwind, catch up, and support an organization doing meaningful work right here in our community. Every registration and donation from the evening will benefit Andrea's House, helping women and families take important steps forward. Bring a friend, meet someone new, and be part of a Social that feels good and does good. Registration Options $10 to Attend All registration proceeds go directly to Andrea’s House. OR Attend Free with an In-Kind Donation Bring a much-needed item to support Andrea’s House in place of registration. In-Kind Donation Ideas Andrea’s House supports women and families as they transition toward stability. The following items are especially helpful: Personal care items (shampoo, conditioner, soap, deodorant, toothpaste, feminine hygiene products) Laundry supplies (detergent, dryer sheets) Household essentials (paper towels, toilet paper, cleaning products) Gift cards (grocery, pharmacy, gas) New towels or bedding All donated items will be delivered directly to Andrea’s House.

WBN  Skills Series Canva for Real Business Results Join us for a live virtual training designed to help you use Canva more strategically and effectively in your business. In this interactive session, participants will learn how to create polished, professional materials—without starting from scratch. We’ll cover how to quickly design social media posts, newsletters, and membership action plans. Attendees will also learn how to work within their existing Brand Kit so everything stays visually consistent, cohesive, and professional. We’ll explore Canva’s powerful AI tools to help you work faster and smarter, including designing layouts from prompts, using Magic Write to refine ideas into clear copy, and editing and enhancing photos directly in Canva. Participants will leave with practical skills they can apply immediately to save time, elevate visuals, and support real business goals. Event Details Wednesday, March 4, 2026 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM Virtual Training (link provided after registration) Registration Free for WBN Members $10 for Non-Members - All non-member registration proceeds will benefit Andrea’s House. About the Trainer Alicia Hannon Douglas is a leader, trainer, and community advocate with a deep commitment to service, empowerment, and lifelong learning. Professionally, Alicia spent more than a decade at the U.S. Department of the Treasury, where she wrote financial management policies and strengthened partnerships across federal agencies. She holds an MBA with a concentration in Global Emerging Markets from American University and a BBA in International Business from Howard University. Alicia actively serves in leadership and training roles with Rotary International, including District Trainer for Rotary District 7620 and Facilitator for the Mid-Atlantic Rotary Leadership Institute. She is also a Past Club President and Foundation President of the Rockville Rotary Club. Her passion for supporting leaders extends across numerous organizations focused on education, civic engagement, and community development. In her quiet moments, Alicia enjoys playing the flute and baking her signature pecan pies.

This session explores how personal alignment directly shapes professional success. Using the C3 Leadership Mirror™, participants are guided through a reflective self-assessment that examines key personal and business dimensions of leadership. Rather than focusing solely on performance or productivity, this experience invites leaders to notice where they feel clear, connected, and supported, and where something may be asking for attention. The result is a deeper understanding of how inner alignment influences leadership presence, decision-making, and sustainable growth. Participants will engage with a guided slideshow and receive a take-home handout to support continued reflection beyond the session. Session Goals Build honest awareness of how internal experiences show up in leadership and business outcomes Introduce the C3 Leadership Mirror™ as a framework for reflection, not evaluation Support women leaders in identifying alignment and misalignment with curiosity, clarity, and intention Key Takeaways Clarity Begins With Awareness Learn how to assess your current personal and professional state without judgment, comparison, or pressure to fix anything. Alignment Shapes Leadership Capacity Discover how personal alignment directly impacts how leaders show up, make decisions, and sustain momentum. Misalignment Is Information Reframe gaps or lower scores as valuable signals—revealing where support, adjustment, or deeper attention may be needed. Intentional Growth Starts Small Leave with clarity on where small, conscious shifts can create meaningful and lasting change. About the Speaker Casey Clark, MBA, M.A., is a conscious growth strategist and lifelong learner dedicated to helping leaders develop clarity, consciousness, and connection. With a Master’s in Health & Wellness Coaching and an MBA, she weaves science, strategy, and soul into every facet of her work. Casey believes growth is a lifelong practice—and that when leaders understand their patterns, strengthen their presence, and lead with intention, they have the power to transform their companies, communities, and the people within them. Her mission is to help leaders thrive, both in who they are and in the impact they create.

Time Management That Builds Confidence & Achieves Goals Do you ever feel like your days are running you instead of the other way around? Or that no matter how many planners, apps, or color-coded calendars you try, something still isn’t working? You’re not alone. Traditional time-management advice often overlooks the most important part of the equation: you — your mindset, your intentions, and how you want to show up each day. In this energetic and interactive session, you’ll learn a refreshing, personalized approach to time management designed to help you feel more in control of your time and your life. We’ll explore how your beliefs influence productivity, why clarity matters more than checklists, what may be standing in your way, and how simple daily anchors can create lasting momentum. You’ll walk away with practical tools, meaningful insights, clear next steps, and renewed confidence as you step into 2026 with focus and purpose. About the Speaker Shannon Swanson is an Executive Coach, certified Time Management & Productivity Coach, and the founder of Swanson Solutions & Consulting, where she helps business owners and leaders gain clarity, strengthen their teams, and move forward with confidence and momentum. With more than 35 years of leadership experience — including serving as CEO of an Inc. 500 electronics design and manufacturing company — Shannon brings a powerful blend of practical insight, strategic thinking, high energy, and heart to her work. Having navigated growth, reinvention, crisis, and leadership transitions herself, she understands firsthand the realities and challenges of leading a business. Shannon is an ICF-certified coach (ACC) who partners with leaders to create meaningful, measurable change. Her coaching is rooted in a simple belief: clarity fuels confidence — and confidence fuels results.