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SUMMARY:Women's Leadership Coalition
DESCRIPTION:Join us on the fourth Friday of November for an opportunity to hear from inspiring guest speakers and create some amazing connections!\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\nThe Women's Leadership Coalition was launched with the goal to educate\, inspire\, mentor\, and support women in leadership positions in the workplace and in the community. The program also fulfills key parts of Pickerington Area Chamber's vision and mission to provide opportunities for connection and to help our members and community thrive both today and tomorrow.
X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:<div background-color:="" color:="" font-feature-settings:="" font-kerning:="" font-optical-sizing:="" font-size-adjust:="" font-variation-settings:="" helvetica="" margin:="" padding:="" segoe="" style="border: 0px\; font-variant-numeric: inherit\; font-variant-east-asian: inherit\; font-variant-alternates: inherit\; font-variant-position: inherit\; font-stretch: inherit\; font-size: 15px\; line-height: inherit\;" ui="" vertical-align:="" web="" west="">\n<h2><span style="color: black\;"><span style="font-family: verdana\, sans-serif\;"><span style="font-size: 10.5pt\;">Join us on&nbsp\;<strong>the fourth Friday of November</strong>&nbsp\;for an opportunity to hear from inspiring guest speakers and create some amazing connections!</span></span></span><br />\n<br />\n<img alt="" height="400" src="https://chambermaster.blob.core.windows.net/userfiles/UserFiles/chambers/1451/Image/Events/WLC/graphic1.jpg" style="width: 400px\; height: 400px\;" width="400" /></h2>\n</div>\n&nbsp\;\n\n<h2 style="background-image: initial\; background-position: initial\; background-size: initial\; background-repeat: initial\; background-attachment: initial\; background-origin: initial\; background-clip: initial\; margin-top: 0in\;"><strong><span style="color: black\;"><span style="font-family: verdana\, sans-serif\;"><span style="font-size: 10.5pt\;">The Women&rsquo\;s Leadership Coalition</span></span></span></strong><span style="color: black\;"><span style="font-family: verdana\, sans-serif\;"><span style="font-size: 12pt\;">&nbsp\;<span style="font-size: 10.5pt\;">was launched with the goal to educate\, inspire\, mentor\,&nbsp\;and support&nbsp\;women in leadership positions in the workplace and in the community. The program also fulfills key parts of Pickerington Area Chamber&#39\;s vision and mission to provide opportunities for connection and to help our members and community thrive both today and tomorrow.</span></span></span></span></h2>\n
LOCATION:The Venue at Grace Fellowship [Smaller building behind the main building] 1449 Refugee Rd. Pickerington\, OH 43147
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URL:https://www.pickeringtonchamber.com/events/details/women-s-leadership-coalition-17861
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SUMMARY:Women's Leadership Coalition
DESCRIPTION:Join us on the fourth Friday of December for an opportunity to hear from inspiring guest speakers and create some amazing connections!\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\nThe Women's Leadership Coalition was launched with the goal to educate\, inspire\, mentor\, and support women in leadership positions in the workplace and in the community. The program also fulfills key parts of Pickerington Area Chamber's vision and mission to provide opportunities for connection and to help our members and community thrive both today and tomorrow.
X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:<div background-color:="" color:="" font-feature-settings:="" font-kerning:="" font-optical-sizing:="" font-size-adjust:="" font-variation-settings:="" helvetica="" margin:="" padding:="" segoe="" style="border: 0px\; font-variant-numeric: inherit\; font-variant-east-asian: inherit\; font-variant-alternates: inherit\; font-variant-position: inherit\; font-stretch: inherit\; font-size: 15px\; line-height: inherit\;" ui="" vertical-align:="" web="" west="">\n<h2><span style="color: black\;"><span style="font-family: verdana\, sans-serif\;"><span style="font-size: 10.5pt\;">Join us on&nbsp\;<strong>the fourth Friday of December</strong>&nbsp\;for an opportunity to hear from inspiring guest speakers and create some amazing connections!</span></span></span><br />\n<br />\n<img alt="" height="400" src="https://chambermaster.blob.core.windows.net/userfiles/UserFiles/chambers/1451/Image/Events/WLC/graphic1.jpg" style="width: 400px\; height: 400px\;" width="400" /></h2>\n</div>\n&nbsp\;\n\n<h2 style="background-image: initial\; background-position: initial\; background-size: initial\; background-repeat: initial\; background-attachment: initial\; background-origin: initial\; background-clip: initial\; margin-top: 0in\;"><strong><span style="color: black\;"><span style="font-family: verdana\, sans-serif\;"><span style="font-size: 10.5pt\;">The Women&rsquo\;s Leadership Coalition</span></span></span></strong><span style="color: black\;"><span style="font-family: verdana\, sans-serif\;"><span style="font-size: 12pt\;">&nbsp\;<span style="font-size: 10.5pt\;">was launched with the goal to educate\, inspire\, mentor\,&nbsp\;and support&nbsp\;women in leadership positions in the workplace and in the community. The program also fulfills key parts of Pickerington Area Chamber&#39\;s vision and mission to provide opportunities for connection and to help our members and community thrive both today and tomorrow.</span></span></span></span></h2>\n
LOCATION:The Venue at Grace Fellowship [Smaller building behind the main building] 1449 Refugee Rd. Pickerington\, OH 43147
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URL:https://www.pickeringtonchamber.com/events/details/women-s-leadership-coalition-17862
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DTSTART:20261021T153000Z
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SUMMARY:PACC Membership Luncheon - October 2026
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LOCATION:The Venue Grace Fellowship 1449 Refugee Rd. Pickerington\, OH 43147
UID:e.1451.17864
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DTSTAMP:20260603T094608Z
URL:https://www.pickeringtonchamber.com/events/details/pacc-membership-luncheon-october-2026-17864
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DTSTART:20260305T160000Z
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SUMMARY:2026 State of Pickerington
DESCRIPTION:Join PACC\, elected officials\, and community members for the State of Pickerington lunch. Mayor Lee Gray and a Township Trustee will provide an update on the City or Pickerington. Pickerington Schools Superintendent Charlie Smialek will provide an update on the schools. And a Violet Township Trustee will provide an update on the Township. Vendor space is available for PACC members. Lunch will be catered by Local Cantina.
X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:Join PACC\, elected officials\, and community members for the State of Pickerington lunch. Mayor Lee Gray and a Township Trustee will provide an update on the City or Pickerington. Pickerington Schools Superintendent Charlie Smialek will provide an update on the schools. And a Violet Township Trustee will provide an update on the Township. Vendor space is available for PACC members. Lunch will be catered by Local Cantina.<br />\n&nbsp\;
LOCATION:Grace Fellowship The Studio & Gymnasium Vendor Area 1449 Refugee Rd.
UID:e.1451.17865
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DTSTAMP:20260603T094608Z
URL:https://www.pickeringtonchamber.com/events/details/2026-state-of-pickerington-17865
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DTSTART:20260423T203000Z
DTEND:20260423T223000Z
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SUMMARY:Hour of Power Speed Networking - April 2026
DESCRIPTION:Join us for the Hour of Power Speed Networking from 4:30-6:30 p.m. on Thursday\, April 23. This event includes appetizers and a cash bar\, as well as time to socialize before and after the Hour of Power Speed Networking program. The Hour of Power event is limited to 50 participants\, so you MUST REGISTER. Open to PACC members ($10) and prospective members ($15).\n\n\n\nWe are looking for 2 Presenting Sponsors for this Hour of Power. Presenting sponsors will have an opportunity to address the group and have an exhibit table. Sponsor logos will be on all marketing materials.\n\n\n\nHOP Networking is a unique new way for people to connect. It was developed to help everyone from students to CEOs to connect and communicate face-to-face more easily\, frequently\, and effectively.  With this unique style of turn-key power networking events\, everyone who attends meets face-to-face in just one hour to discover common interests\, share resources\, and build valuable relationships for personal and professional growth. \n\n\n\nCome meet new people and grow your network at this fun and effective event in a relaxed and festive environment.
X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:Join us for the Hour of Power Speed Networking from 4:30-6:30 p.m. on Thursday\, April 23. This&nbsp\;event includes appetizers and a cash bar\, as well as time to socialize before and after the Hour of Power Speed Networking program. <strong>The Hour of Power event is limited to 50 participants\, so you MUST REGISTER. </strong>Open to PACC members ($10) and prospective members ($15).<br />\n<br />\nWe are looking for 2 Presenting Sponsors for this Hour of Power. Presenting sponsors will have an opportunity to address the group and have an exhibit table. Sponsor logos will be on all marketing materials.<br />\n<br />\nHOP Networking is a unique new way for people to connect. It&nbsp\;was developed to help everyone from students to CEOs to connect and communicate face-to-face more easily\, frequently\, and effectively.&nbsp\; With this unique style of turn-key power networking events\, everyone who attends meets face-to-face in just one hour to discover common interests\, share resources\, and build valuable relationships for personal and professional growth.&nbsp\;<br />\n<br />\nCome meet new people and grow your network at this fun and effective event in a relaxed and festive environment.&nbsp\;&nbsp\;
LOCATION:TBD
UID:e.1451.17866
SEQUENCE:3
DTSTAMP:20260603T094608Z
URL:https://www.pickeringtonchamber.com/events/details/hour-of-power-speed-networking-april-2026-17866
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DTSTART:20260411T140000Z
DTEND:20260411T180000Z
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SUMMARY:Home & Garden Expo - 2026
DESCRIPTION:The fourth Annual Pickerington Area Home & Garden Expo\, presented by Ohio Plumbing Heating and Cooling\, will feature approximately 38 vendors and is free to the public. \n\n\n\nApril 11\, 10 a.m.-2 p.m.\n\nCombustion Brewery & Taproom
X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:<p>The fourth<strong>&nbsp\;Annual Pickerington Area Home &amp\; Garden Expo</strong>\, <em>presented by Ohio Plumbing Heating and Cooling</em>\,&nbsp\;will feature approximately 38 vendors and is free to the public.&nbsp\;<br />\n<br />\n<strong>April 11\, 10 a.m.-2&nbsp\;p.m.<br />\nCombustion Brewery &amp\; Taproom</strong></p>\n
LOCATION:Combustion Brewery & Taproom 80 W. Church St. Upstairs Event Space Pickerington\, OH 43147
UID:e.1451.17867
SEQUENCE:3
DTSTAMP:20260603T094608Z
URL:https://www.pickeringtonchamber.com/events/details/home-garden-expo-2026-17867
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DTSTART:20260502T140000Z
DTEND:20260502T170000Z
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SUMMARY:Downsizing & Senior Care Expo 2026
DESCRIPTION:The Pickerington Area Chamber's Downsizing & Senior Care Expo\, presented by Mount Carmel and Dwayne Spence Funeral Home & Advanced Planning\, is Saturday\, May 2\, and is FREE TO THE PUBLIC! This event features a large expo with vendors representing the numerous and varied companies\, organizations\, and industries that serve the senior and caregiver population. \n\n \n\nThe first 100 attendees are provided a free sack lunch\, courtesy of Meals on Wheels. Valet parking will be available for those who have limited mobility.\n\n\n\nIf you want to be an exhibitor at this one-of-a-kind event\, register at the link on the right or contact Kim at Kim@pickeringtonchamber.com.
X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:The Pickerington Area Chamber&rsquo\;s Downsizing &amp\; Senior Care Expo\, presented by Mount Carmel and Dwayne Spence Funeral Home &amp\; Advanced Planning\, is Saturday\, May 2\, and is FREE TO THE PUBLIC! This event features a large expo with vendors representing the numerous and varied companies\, organizations\, and industries that serve the senior and caregiver population.&nbsp\;<br />\n&nbsp\;<br />\nThe first 100 attendees are provided a free sack lunch\, courtesy of Meals on Wheels. Valet parking will be available for those who have limited mobility.<br />\n<br />\n<em><strong>If you want to be an exhibitor at this one-of-a-kind event\, register at the link on the right or contact Kim at Kim@pickeringtonchamber.com.&nbsp\;</strong></em>
LOCATION:Grace Fellowship 1449 Refugee Rd. Pickerington\, OH 43147
UID:e.1451.17868
SEQUENCE:3
DTSTAMP:20260603T094608Z
URL:https://www.pickeringtonchamber.com/events/details/downsizing-senior-care-expo-2026-17868
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DTSTART:20260608T203000Z
DTEND:20260608T220000Z
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SUMMARY:After Hours Networking at Local Cantina
DESCRIPTION:Join us Monday\, June 8\, at Local Cantina to meet and mingle with PACC members and prospective members. We'll be upstairs in a reserved area\, and we'll have chips and salsa and guac and queso on hand. Refreshments are on your own. This is a fun and free way to meet new people and network.
X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:Join us Monday\, June 8\, at Local Cantina to meet and mingle with PACC members and prospective members. We&#39\;ll be upstairs in a reserved area\, and we&#39\;ll have chips and salsa and guac and queso on hand. Refreshments are on your own. This is a fun and free way to meet new people and network.
LOCATION:Local Cantina Upstairs 4 E. Columbus St.
UID:e.1451.17869
SEQUENCE:3
DTSTAMP:20260603T094608Z
URL:https://www.pickeringtonchamber.com/events/details/after-hours-networking-at-local-cantina-17869
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DTSTART:20260709T203000Z
DTEND:20260709T220000Z
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SUMMARY:Wednesday Connects & Women's Leadership Coalition @ Picktown Palooza
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a joint networking event for Wednesday Connects and Women's Leadership Coalition members at the Picktown Palooza. The first 20 who register get free admission. We'll meet in the Beer Garden.\n\n\n\nThe Picktown Palooza is a 3-day celebration of the community that offers a variety of fun and entertainment. Whether it is the national entertainment line-up\, the more than 10 food vendors\, the Freedom 5k\, or the car\, truck & bike show\, the Palooza has something for families and individuals of all ages.
X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:<span style="color:rgb(0\, 0\, 0)\; font-family:abeezee\,helvetica\,arial\,lucida\,sans-serif\; font-size:18px">Join us for a joint networking event for Wednesday Connects and Women&#39\;s Leadership Coalition members at the Picktown Palooza. The first 20 who register get free admission. We&#39\;ll meet in the Beer Garden.<br />\n<br />\nThe Picktown Palooza is a 3-day celebration of the community that offers a variety of fun and entertainment. Whether it is the national entertainment line-up\, the more than 10 food vendors\, the Freedom 5k\, or the car\, truck &amp\; bike show\, the Palooza has something for families and individuals of all ages.&nbsp\;</span>
LOCATION:300 Opportunity Way\, Pickerington\, OH 43147.
UID:e.1451.17870
SEQUENCE:3
DTSTAMP:20260603T094608Z
URL:https://www.pickeringtonchamber.com/events/details/wednesday-connects-women-s-leadership-coalition-picktown-palooza-17870
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DTSTART:20260801T200000Z
DTEND:20260802T000000Z
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SUMMARY:Pickerington Murder Mystery Night 2026
DESCRIPTION:Come out and join your community at the third annual Pickerington Murder Mystery Night\, hosted by the Pickerington Area Chamber and presented by the City of Pickerington. This unique event (created by PACC President Kim Barlag) brings area businesses and the community together for a night of food\, fun\, and mystery\, while teams of community members visit suspects and clue stations represented by Pickerington Area Chamber members.\n\n\n\nPreregister your team here. Then on August 1\, start at the registration tent (TBD) where instructions\, story line\, suspects\, clue stops\, and business/vendor locations will be provided. Develop your team strategy and then wander Olde Pickerington Village\, interrogate suspects\, visit clue stations and businesses\, get tips from real detectives\, solve puzzles\, and obtain CSI analysis...then solve the crime!\n\n\n\nFirst-place team of investigators and first-place team costumes win trophies and prizes.\n\n\n\nPreregistration is required. Teams who register by July 24 will receive a special detective kit\, plus items for kids. Register later\, supplies may vary.
X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:Come out and join your community at the third annual Pickerington Murder Mystery Night\, hosted by the Pickerington Area Chamber and presented by the City of Pickerington. This unique event&nbsp\;(created by PACC President Kim Barlag)&nbsp\;brings area businesses and the community together for a night of food\, fun\, and mystery\, while teams of community members visit suspects and clue stations represented by Pickerington Area Chamber members.<br />\n<br />\nPreregister your team here. Then on August 1\, start at the registration tent (TBD) where instructions\, story line\, suspects\, clue stops\, and business/vendor locations will be provided.&nbsp\;Develop your team strategy and then wander Olde Pickerington Village\, interrogate suspects\, visit clue stations and businesses\, get tips from real detectives\, solve puzzles\, and obtain CSI analysis...then solve the crime!<br />\n<br />\nFirst-place team of investigators and first-place team costumes win trophies and prizes.<br />\n<br />\n<strong><span style="color: rgb(178\, 34\, 34)\;">Preregistration is required.</span>&nbsp\;Teams who register by July 24 will receive a special detective kit\, plus items for kids.&nbsp\;</strong>Register later\, supplies may vary.
LOCATION:Stations\, businesses\, and locations throughout Olde Pickerington Village.
UID:e.1451.17871
SEQUENCE:3
DTSTAMP:20260603T094608Z
URL:https://www.pickeringtonchamber.com/events/details/pickerington-murder-mystery-night-2026-17871
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DTSTART:20260528T210000Z
DTEND:20260529T003000Z
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SUMMARY:PACC 2026 Annual Awards & ATHENA Celebration
DESCRIPTION:The Pickerington Area Chamber's 2026 Annual Awards & ATHENA Celebration will take place on Thursday\, May 28\, 5-8:30 p.m. at the Violet Woods Event Center.\n\nAwards Presented:\n\nDoug Barr Safety Award\n\nYouth ATHENA Award\n\nEmerging ATHENA Award\n\nATHENA Leadership Award\n\nNonprofit of the Year\n\nRising Star \n\nBusiness of the Year \n\n \nTickets - $75\n\nSponsorship Opportunities Available!
X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:<h3 style="font-style: italic\;"><big><em>The Pickerington Area Chamber&#39\;s&nbsp\;2026 Annual Awards &amp\; ATHENA Celebration will take place on Thursday\, May 28\, 5-8:30 p.m. at the Violet Woods Event Center.</em></big></h3>\n\n<div><span style="font-size:14px\;"><span style="font-size:16px\;"><strong>Awards Presented:<br />\n<span style="font-size:14px\;">Doug Barr Safety Award<br />\nYouth ATHENA Award<br />\nEmerging ATHENA Award</span></strong></span></span><br />\n<strong style="font-size: 16px\;"><span style="font-size: 14px\;">ATHENA Leadership Award</span></strong><br />\n<span style="font-size:14px\;"><strong>Nonprofit of the Year</strong></span><br />\n<span style="font-size:14px\;"><strong>Rising Star&nbsp\;</strong></span><br />\n<span style="font-size:14px\;"><strong>Business of the Year&nbsp\;</strong></span><br />\n&nbsp\;\n<div><b>Tickets - $75</b><br />\n<em><strong>Sponsorship Opportunities Available!</strong></em></div>\n</div>\n
LOCATION:The Violet Woods Event Center 10190 Blacklick-Eastern Rd.
UID:e.1451.17875
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DTSTAMP:20260603T094608Z
URL:https://www.pickeringtonchamber.com/events/details/pacc-2026-annual-awards-athena-celebration-17875
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DTSTART:20260327T113000Z
DTEND:20260327T193000Z
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SUMMARY:2026 We Rally & We Rise Women's Conference
DESCRIPTION:We Rally & We Rise...Again!\n\n\n\nDue to room sizes\, some of the breakout sessions are full\, but there are still great options to attend.\n\n\n\nThe 2026 We Rally & We Rise Women's Conference will be held on Friday\, March 27\, at Crossroads Event Center in Lancaster. An inclusive event open to anyone\, WR2 unites the community\, nonprofits\, and business sectors from Southeast and Central Ohio for an opportunity to connect and collaborate.\n\n\n\nThe same committee of leaders who brought you the Rally last year are working to bring you a similar event full of energy and unity. The Rally will be another full day of informative and inspiring sessions throughout the day and opportunities to network\, grow\, and learn. There will be a continental breakfast\, lunch\, and snack breaks included in the registration fee. Plus\, you'll get another awesome conference bag\, notebook\, and sassy BABs nametag!\n\n\n\nOur nationally recognized keynote speaker\, Monica Brooks\, will present "Powerfully You." This keynote is an honest\, energizing look at what it means for women to lead with authenticity. Monica will help attendees quiet imposter syndrome\, own their stories\, and use their experiences as a source of strength. Through relatable insight and real-world perspective\, she connects the progress of the past to the impact women can make today. Attendees leave with renewed confidence\, clarity\, and the courage to lead without apology. Redefine power on your own terms\, honor the path that brought you here\, and break old patterns and stop playing small.\n\n\n\nCLICK HERE FOR SESSION TOPICS & SPEAKER BIOS\n\n\n\nAGENDA \n\n\n\n7:30-8:15 a.m.\n\nREGISTRATION / VENDOR BOOTHS / CONTINENTAL BREAKFAST\n\n\n\n8:15-9:20 a.m.\n\nWELCOME & KEYNOTE SPEAKER \n\n[Ballroom]\n\n\n\n9:30-10:25 a.m.\n\nBREAKOUT SESSIONS\n\n\n\nSNACK BREAK - Lobby\n\n \n\n10:45-11:40 a.m.\n\nBREAKOUT SESSIONS\n\n\n\n11:50 a.m.-1:10 p.m.\n\nFEATURED LUNCH SPEAKER\n\nAWARDS\n\n[Ballroom]\n\n \n\n1:20-2:15 p.m.\n\nBREAKOUT SESSIONS\n\n\n\nSNACK BREAK - Lobby\n\n\n\n2:30-3:30 p.m.\n\nFEATURED SPEAKER - CLOSING\n\n[Ballroom]
X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:<p><strong>We Rally &amp\; We Rise...Again!<br />\n<br />\nDue to room sizes\, some of the breakout sessions are full\, but there are still great options to attend.</strong><br />\n<br />\nThe <strong>2026 We Rally &amp\; We Rise Women&rsquo\;s Conference </strong>will be held on Friday\, March 27\, at Crossroads Event Center in Lancaster. An inclusive event open to anyone\, WR2 unites the community\, nonprofits\, and business sectors from Southeast and Central Ohio for an opportunity to connect and collaborate.<br />\n<br />\nThe same committee of leaders who brought you the Rally last year are working to bring you a similar event full of energy and unity. The Rally will be another full day of&nbsp\;informative and inspiring sessions throughout the day and opportunities to network\, grow\, and learn. There will be a continental breakfast\, lunch\, and snack breaks included in the registration fee. Plus\, you&#39\;ll get another awesome conference bag\, notebook\, and sassy BABs nametag!<br />\n<br />\nOur nationally recognized keynote speaker\, Monica Brooks\, will present &ldquo\;Powerfully You.&rdquo\;&nbsp\;This keynote is an honest\, energizing look at what it means for women to lead with authenticity. Monica will help attendees quiet imposter syndrome\, own their stories\, and use their experiences as a source of strength. Through relatable insight and real-world perspective\, she connects the progress of the past to the impact women can make today. Attendees leave with renewed confidence\, clarity\, and the courage to lead without apology.&nbsp\;Redefine power on your own terms\, honor the path that brought you here\, and break old patterns and stop playing small.<br />\n<br />\n<a href="https://www.pickeringtonchamber.com/2026-we-rally-we-rise"><span style="color:#0000CD\;">CLICK HERE FOR SESSION TOPICS &amp\; SPEAKER BIOS</span></a><br />\n<br />\n<strong>AGENDA&nbsp\;</strong><br />\n<br />\n7:30-8:15 a.m.<br />\nREGISTRATION / VENDOR BOOTHS / CONTINENTAL BREAKFAST<br />\n<br />\n8:15-9:20 a.m.<br />\nWELCOME &amp\; KEYNOTE SPEAKER&nbsp\;<br />\n[Ballroom]<br />\n<br />\n9:30-10:25 a.m.<br />\nBREAKOUT SESSIONS<br />\n<br />\n<strong><em>SNACK BREAK - Lobby</em></strong><br />\n&nbsp\;<br />\n<em>10:45-11:40 a.m.</em><br />\nBREAKOUT SESSIONS<br />\n<br />\n<em>11:50 a.m.-1:10 p.m.</em><br />\nFEATURED LUNCH SPEAKER<br />\nAWARDS<br />\n[Ballroom]<br />\n&nbsp\;<br />\n<em>1:20-2:15 p.m.</em><br />\nBREAKOUT SESSIONS<br />\n<br />\n<strong><em>SNACK BREAK - Lobby</em></strong><br />\n<br />\n<em>2:30-3:30 p.m.</em><br />\nFEATURED SPEAKER - CLOSING<br />\n[Ballroom]<br />\n&nbsp\;</p>\n
LOCATION:Crossroads Event Center 2095 W. Fair Ave. Lancaster\, OH\, 43130
UID:e.1451.17829
SEQUENCE:3
DTSTAMP:20260603T094608Z
URL:https://www.pickeringtonchamber.com/events/details/2026-we-rally-we-rise-women-s-conference-17829
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DTSTART:20260508T130000Z
DTEND:20260508T160000Z
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SUMMARY:Train Station Open House
DESCRIPTION:Stop by the Pickerington Area Chamber's new home at the historic Train Station in Pickerington Village. See our new digs\, grab a cup of coffee and donut or danish\, get a tour\, and take home a commemorative gift. You don't need to register\, but it helps us plan accordingly.
X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:Stop by the Pickerington Area Chamber&#39\;s new home at the historic Train Station in Pickerington Village. See our new digs\, grab a cup of coffee and donut or danish\, get a tour\, and take home a commemorative gift. You don&#39\;t need to register\, but it helps us plan accordingly.
LOCATION:50 N. Center St. Pickerington Village
UID:e.1451.18016
SEQUENCE:3
DTSTAMP:20260603T094608Z
URL:https://www.pickeringtonchamber.com/events/details/train-station-open-house-18016
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DTSTART:20260603T121500Z
DTEND:20260603T133000Z
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SUMMARY:Wednesday Connects
DESCRIPTION:Join us for this month's Wednesday Connects Networking meeting and increase your network and grow your business? Not a member? Your first visit is free.
X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:Join us for this month&#39\;s Wednesday Connects Networking meeting and increase your network and grow your business? Not a member? Your first visit is free.
LOCATION:Pickerington Public Library - Main Branch 201 Opportunity Way Pickerington\, OH 43147
UID:e.1451.17656
SEQUENCE:3
DTSTAMP:20260603T094608Z
URL:https://www.pickeringtonchamber.com/events/details/wednesday-connects-06-03-2026-17656
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SUMMARY:Wednesday Connects
DESCRIPTION:
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LOCATION:Pickerington Public Library - Main Branch 201 Opportunity Way Pickerington\, OH 43147
UID:e.1451.17658
SEQUENCE:3
DTSTAMP:20260603T094608Z
URL:https://www.pickeringtonchamber.com/events/details/wednesday-connects-08-05-2026-17658
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SUMMARY:Wednesday Connects
DESCRIPTION:
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LOCATION:Pickerington Public Library - Main Branch 201 Opportunity Way Pickerington\, OH 43147
UID:e.1451.17660
SEQUENCE:3
DTSTAMP:20260603T094608Z
URL:https://www.pickeringtonchamber.com/events/details/wednesday-connects-10-07-2026-17660
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DTSTART:20261104T131500Z
DTEND:20261104T143000Z
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SUMMARY:Wednesday Connects
DESCRIPTION:
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LOCATION:Fall Book Sale set-up - won't be in the atrium\, will be in Meeting Room C
UID:e.1451.17661
SEQUENCE:3
DTSTAMP:20260603T094608Z
URL:https://www.pickeringtonchamber.com/events/details/wednesday-connects-11-04-2026-17661
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DTSTART:20261202T131500Z
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SUMMARY:Wednesday Connects
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LOCATION:Pickerington Public Library - Main Branch 201 Opportunity Way Pickerington\, OH 43147
UID:e.1451.17662
SEQUENCE:3
DTSTAMP:20260603T094608Z
URL:https://www.pickeringtonchamber.com/events/details/wednesday-connects-12-02-2026-17662
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DTSTART:20260424T120000Z
DTEND:20260424T133000Z
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SUMMARY:WLC: From Click to Customer: Creating a Journey that Sells
DESCRIPTION:Every business has a customer journey\, but not every business is intentional about shaping it. In this session\, we'll break down what customer journey mapping really means\, why it matters\, and how improving your customer experience can lead to serious growth. Whether you're a service-based business or sell a product\, you'll walk away with practical ideas to make every customer interaction count.\n\n\n\nWhat You'll Learn\n\n	A simple way to understand your customer journey\n	Real examples of how customer experience impacts growth and retention\n	A framework you can take back and use to improve how people find\, choose\, and stay with your business\n\n\n\n\nDanielle Miller\n\nCo-Founder\, Midsole Marketing\n\n\n\nDanielle is the co-founder of Midsole Marketing\, a full-service agency that helps businesses grow through strategic\, customer-focused marketing. With a background in marketing\, process improvement\, and business strategy\, she specializes in helping brands connect the dots across the entire customer journey\, from first impression to long-term loyalty.\n\n\n\nJoin us on the fourth Friday of the month\, for an opportunity to hear from inspiring guest speakers and create some amazing connections!\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\nThe Women's Leadership Coalition was launched with the goal to educate\, inspire\, mentor\, and support women in leadership positions in the workplace and in the community. The program also fulfills key parts of Pickerington Area Chamber's vision and mission to provide opportunities for connection and to help our members and community thrive both today and tomorrow.
X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:<div background-color:="" color:="" font-feature-settings:="" font-kerning:="" font-optical-sizing:="" font-size-adjust:="" font-variation-settings:="" helvetica="" margin:="" padding:="" segoe="" style="border: 0px\; font-variant-numeric: inherit\; font-variant-east-asian: inherit\; font-variant-alternates: inherit\; font-variant-position: inherit\; font-stretch: inherit\; font-size: 15px\; line-height: inherit\;" ui="" vertical-align:="" web="" west=""><span style="font-size:14px\;"><span style="font-family:verdana\;">Every business has a customer journey\, but not every business is intentional about shaping it. In this session\, we&rsquo\;ll break down what customer journey mapping really means\, why it matters\, and how improving your customer experience can lead to serious growth. Whether you&rsquo\;re a service-based business or sell a product\, you&rsquo\;ll walk away with practical ideas to make every customer interaction count.<br />\n<br />\nWhat You&rsquo\;ll Learn</span></span>\n<ul>\n	<li><span style="font-family:verdana\;"><span style="font-size:14px\;">A simple way to understand your customer journey</span></span></li>\n	<li><span style="font-family:verdana\;"><span style="font-size:14px\;">Real examples of how customer experience impacts growth and retention</span></span></li>\n	<li><span style="font-family:verdana\;"><span style="font-size:14px\;">A framework you can take back and use to improve how people find\, choose\, and stay with your business</span></span></li>\n</ul>\n\n<h2><span style="color: black\;"><span style="font-family: verdana\, sans-serif\;"><span style="font-size: 10.5pt\;"><img alt="" height="246" src="https://chambermaster.blob.core.windows.net/userfiles/UserFiles/chambers/1451/Image/Danielle_Headshot_Web-DSC_4839.jpg" style="width: 200px\; height: 246px\;" width="200" /></span></span></span></h2>\n\n<h3><span style="font-family:verdana\;"><span style="font-size:14px\;">Danielle Miller<br />\nCo-Founder\, Midsole Marketing<br />\n<br />\nDanielle is the co-founder of Midsole Marketing\, a full-service agency that helps businesses grow through strategic\, customer-focused marketing. With a background in marketing\, process improvement\, and business strategy\, she specializes in helping brands connect the dots across the entire customer journey\, from first impression to long-term loyalty.</span></span></h3>\n\n<h2><br />\n<span style="color: black\;"><span style="font-family: verdana\, sans-serif\;"><span style="font-size: 10.5pt\;">Join us on&nbsp\;<strong>the fourth&nbsp\;Friday of the month</strong>\, for an opportunity to hear from inspiring guest speakers and create some amazing connections!</span></span></span><br />\n<br />\n<img alt="" height="400" src="https://chambermaster.blob.core.windows.net/userfiles/UserFiles/chambers/1451/Image/Events/WLC/graphic1.jpg" style="width: 400px\; height: 400px\;" width="400" /></h2>\n</div>\n&nbsp\;\n\n<h2 style="background-image: initial\; background-position: initial\; background-size: initial\; background-repeat: initial\; background-attachment: initial\; background-origin: initial\; background-clip: initial\; margin-top: 0in\;"><strong><span style="color: black\;"><span style="font-family: verdana\, sans-serif\;"><span style="font-size: 10.5pt\;">The Women&rsquo\;s Leadership Coalition</span></span></span></strong><span style="color: black\;"><span style="font-family: verdana\, sans-serif\;"><span style="font-size: 12pt\;">&nbsp\;<span style="font-size: 10.5pt\;">was launched with the goal to educate\, inspire\, mentor\,&nbsp\;and support&nbsp\;women in leadership positions in the workplace and in the community. The program also fulfills key parts of Pickerington Area Chamber&#39\;s vision and mission to provide opportunities for connection and to help our members and community thrive both today and tomorrow.</span></span></span></span></h2>\n
LOCATION:The Venue at Grace Fellowship [Smaller building behind the main building] 1449 Refugee Rd. Pickerington\, OH 43147
UID:e.1451.17846
SEQUENCE:3
DTSTAMP:20260603T094608Z
URL:https://www.pickeringtonchamber.com/events/details/women-s-leadership-coalition-04-24-2026-17846
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DTSTART:20260522T120000Z
DTEND:20260522T133000Z
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SUMMARY:WLC: Body Language: How It Communicates Our Thoughts (Good and Bad!)
DESCRIPTION:Whether we realize it or not\, our bodies are constantly communicating. From the tilt of our head to the crossing of our arms\, our nonverbal signals can express confidence\, empathy\, discomfort\, or even disagreement often before we say a single word. In this fun and practical session\, M.J. Clark draws from her leadership coaching and communication expertise to reveal how body language shapes the way we're perceived by others. Participants will explore the difference between open and closed posture\, recognize "danger cues" that can unintentionally create distance\, and learn how to use positive body language to build trust\, credibility\, and connection. Using real-life examples and audience interaction\, M.J. will show how small changes in expression and stance can make a big difference in how we lead\, influence\, and relate to others. \n\nTakeaways: \n\n\n	Identify common body language signals that communicate openness\, confidence\, and credibility.\n\n\n\n	Recognize nonverbal cues that can unintentionally convey discomfort\, disinterest\, or disapproval. \n\n\n\n	Practice using positive body language to enhance personal presence and professional relationships. \n\n\n\n	Understand how to "read the room" by accurately interpreting others' nonverbal signals. \n\n\n\n	Apply strategies to align verbal and nonverbal communication for greater authenticity and impact. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\nM.J. Clark\, M.A.\, APR\, Fellow PRSA\n\nVice President\, Integrated Leadership Systems\n\nAs vice president of Integrated Leadership Systems\, where she's worked since 2006\, M.J. Clark helps company leaders plan for ownership and management succession and foster more authentic communication in the workplace. She helps executives better manage stress\, become more assertive\, develop emotional intelligence and fine-tune leadership and management skills.  ILS is based in Columbus\, Ohio\, and has provided services for hundreds of nationally recognized companies all over North America. M.J. has also spoken locally at Ohio University's Celebrate Women Conference\, the Conway Family Business Center\, Women for Economic and Leadership Development\, The Superior Group's Women Empowered Group\, and the National Association of Women in Construction.\n\nM.J. has a master's degree in organizational communication from The Ohio State University and a bachelor's degree in public relations from Ohio University.  She is the author of three leadership books.\n\n \n\n\nJoin us on the fourth Friday of the month\, for an opportunity to hear from inspiring guest speakers and create some amazing connections!\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\nThe Women's Leadership Coalition was launched with the goal to educate\, inspire\, mentor\, and support women in leadership positions in the workplace and in the community. The program also fulfills key parts of Pickerington Area Chamber's vision and mission to provide opportunities for connection and to help our members and community thrive both today and tomorrow.
X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:<div background-color:="" color:="" font-feature-settings:="" font-kerning:="" font-optical-sizing:="" font-size-adjust:="" font-variation-settings:="" helvetica="" margin:="" padding:="" segoe="" style="border: 0px\; font-variant-numeric: inherit\; font-variant-east-asian: inherit\; font-variant-alternates: inherit\; font-variant-position: inherit\; font-stretch: inherit\; font-size: 15px\; line-height: inherit\;" ui="" vertical-align:="" web="" west="">\n<div class="OutlineElement Ltr SCXW127306071 BCX0" font-size:="" segoe="" style="-webkit-user-drag: none\; -webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent\; margin: 0px\; padding: 0px\; user-select: text\; clear: both\; cursor: text\; overflow: visible\; position: relative\; direction: ltr\; color: rgb(0\, 0\, 0)\; font-family: " ui="">\n<p class="pf0"><span class="cf0">Whether we realize it or not\, our bodies are constantly communicating. From the tilt of our head to the crossing of our arms\, our nonverbal signals can express confidence\, empathy\, discomfort\, or even disagreement</span><span class="cf1">&mdash\;often before we say a single word. In this fun and practical session\, M.J. Clark draws from her leadership coaching and communication expertise to reveal how body language shapes the way we&rsquo\;re perceived by others. Participants will explore the difference between open and closed posture\, recognize &ldquo\;danger cues&rdquo\; that can unintentionally create distance\, and learn how to use positive body language to build trust\, credibility\, and connection. Using real-life examples and audience interaction\, M.J. will show how small changes in expression and stance can make a big difference in how we lead\, influence\, and relate to others. </span></p>\n\n<p class="pf0"><span class="cf1">Takeaways: </span></p>\n\n<ul>\n	<li class="pf1"><span class="cf1">Identify common body language signals that communicate openness\, confidence\, and credibility.</span></li>\n</ul>\n\n<ul>\n	<li class="pf1"><span class="cf1">Recognize nonverbal cues that can unintentionally convey discomfort\, disinterest\, or disapproval. </span></li>\n</ul>\n\n<ul>\n	<li class="pf1"><span class="cf1">Practice using positive body language to enhance personal presence and professional relationships. </span></li>\n</ul>\n\n<ul>\n	<li class="pf1"><span class="cf1">Understand how to &ldquo\;read the room&rdquo\; by accurately interpreting others&rsquo\; nonverbal signals. </span></li>\n</ul>\n\n<ul>\n	<li class="pf1"><span class="cf1">Apply strategies to align verbal and nonverbal communication for greater authenticity and impact.&nbsp\;</span></li>\n</ul>\n</div>\n\n<div class="ListContainerWrapper SCXW127306071 BCX0" font-size:="" segoe="" style="-webkit-user-drag: none\; -webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent\; margin: 0px\; padding: 0px\; user-select: text\; position: relative\; color: rgb(0\, 0\, 0)\; font-family: " ui="">\n<p class="Paragraph SCXW127306071 BCX0 OutlineElement Ltr SCXW127306071 BCX0" paraeid="{60f663f9-fc5e-4861-bd5a-7dcccd507b24}{154}" paraid="965873239" style="-webkit-user-drag: none\; -webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent\; margin: 0px 0px 0px 24px\; padding: 0px\; user-select: text\; clear: both\; cursor: text\; overflow: visible\; position: relative\; direction: ltr\; display: block\; font-size: 11pt\; font-family: Aptos\, Aptos_MSFontService\, sans-serif\; vertical-align: baseline\;-webkit-user-drag: none\; -webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent\; margin: 0px\; padding: 0px\; user-select: text\; overflow-wrap: break-word\; vertical-align: baseline\; font-kerning: none\; background-color: transparent\; color: windowtext\;"><br />\n<img alt="" height="200" src="https://chambermaster.blob.core.windows.net/userfiles/UserFiles/chambers/1451/Image/MJ2024v2.jpg" style="width: 200px\; height: 200px\;" width="200" /><br />\n&nbsp\;</p>\n\n<p class="OutlineElement Ltr SCXW127306071 BCX0" style="-webkit-user-drag: none\; -webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent\; margin: 0px 0px 0px 24px\; padding: 0px\; user-select: text\; clear: both\; cursor: text\; overflow: visible\; position: relative\; direction: ltr\; display: block\; font-size: 11pt\; font-family: Aptos\, Aptos_MSFontService\, sans-serif\; vertical-align: baseline\;box-sizing: border-box\; margin: 0px 0px 10px\; font-size: 16px\; font-family: Calibri\, Verdana\, Geneva\, sans-serif\;"><span style="box-sizing: border-box\; font-size: 14px\;"><span style="box-sizing: border-box\; font-family: verdana\, geneva\, sans-serif\;"><strong style="box-sizing: border-box\; font-weight: bold\;">M.J. Clark\, M.A.\, APR\, Fellow PRSA</strong><br style="box-sizing: border-box\;" />\n<em style="box-sizing: border-box\;">Vice President\, Integrated Leadership Systems</em></span></span></p>\n\n<p class="OutlineElement Ltr SCXW127306071 BCX0" style="-webkit-user-drag: none\; -webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent\; margin: 0px 0px 0px 24px\; padding: 0px\; user-select: text\; clear: both\; cursor: text\; overflow: visible\; position: relative\; direction: ltr\; display: block\; font-size: 11pt\; font-family: Aptos\, Aptos_MSFontService\, sans-serif\; vertical-align: baseline\;box-sizing: border-box\; margin: 0px 0px 10px\; font-size: 16px\; font-family: Calibri\, Verdana\, Geneva\, sans-serif\;"><span style="box-sizing: border-box\; font-size: 14px\;"><span style="box-sizing: border-box\; font-family: verdana\, geneva\, sans-serif\;">As vice president of Integrated Leadership Systems\, where she&rsquo\;s worked since 2006\, M.J. Clark helps company leaders plan for ownership and management succession and foster more authentic communication in the workplace. She helps executives better manage stress\, become more assertive\, develop emotional intelligence and fine-tune leadership and management skills.&nbsp\; ILS is based in Columbus\, Ohio\, and has provided services for hundreds of nationally recognized companies all over North America. M.J. has also spoken locally at Ohio University&rsquo\;s Celebrate Women Conference\, the Conway Family Business Center\, Women for Economic and Leadership Development\, The Superior Group&rsquo\;s Women Empowered Group\, and the National Association of Women in Construction.</span></span></p>\n\n<p class="OutlineElement Ltr SCXW127306071 BCX0" style="-webkit-user-drag: none\; -webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent\; margin: 0px 0px 0px 24px\; padding: 0px\; user-select: text\; clear: both\; cursor: text\; overflow: visible\; position: relative\; direction: ltr\; display: block\; font-size: 11pt\; font-family: Aptos\, Aptos_MSFontService\, sans-serif\; vertical-align: baseline\;box-sizing: border-box\; margin: 0px 0px 10px\; font-size: 16px\; font-family: Calibri\, Verdana\, Geneva\, sans-serif\;"><span style="box-sizing: border-box\; font-size: 14px\;"><span style="box-sizing: border-box\; font-family: verdana\, geneva\, sans-serif\;">M.J. has a master&#39\;s degree in organizational communication from The Ohio State University and a bachelor&rsquo\;s degree in public relations from Ohio University.&nbsp\; She is the author of three leadership books.</span></span></p>\n\n<div class="OutlineElement Ltr SCXW127306071 BCX0" style="-webkit-user-drag: none\; -webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent\; margin: 0px 0px 0px 24px\; padding: 0px\; user-select: text\; clear: both\; cursor: text\; overflow: visible\; position: relative\; direction: ltr\; display: block\; font-size: 11pt\; font-family: Aptos\, Aptos_MSFontService\, sans-serif\; vertical-align: baseline\;">&nbsp\;</div>\n</div>\n\n<h2><span style="color: black\;"><span style="font-family: verdana\, sans-serif\;"><span style="font-size: 10.5pt\;">Join us on&nbsp\;<strong>the fourth&nbsp\;Friday of the month</strong>\, for an opportunity to hear from inspiring guest speakers and create some amazing connections!</span></span></span><br />\n<br />\n<img alt="" height="400" src="https://chambermaster.blob.core.windows.net/userfiles/UserFiles/chambers/1451/Image/Events/WLC/graphic1.jpg" style="width: 400px\; height: 400px\;" width="400" /></h2>\n</div>\n&nbsp\;\n\n<h2 style="background-image: initial\; background-position: initial\; background-size: initial\; background-repeat: initial\; background-attachment: initial\; background-origin: initial\; background-clip: initial\; margin-top: 0in\;"><strong><span style="color: black\;"><span style="font-family: verdana\, sans-serif\;"><span style="font-size: 10.5pt\;">The Women&rsquo\;s Leadership Coalition</span></span></span></strong><span style="color: black\;"><span style="font-family: verdana\, sans-serif\;"><span style="font-size: 12pt\;">&nbsp\;<span style="font-size: 10.5pt\;">was launched with the goal to educate\, inspire\, mentor\,&nbsp\;and support&nbsp\;women in leadership positions in the workplace and in the community. The program also fulfills key parts of Pickerington Area Chamber&#39\;s vision and mission to provide opportunities for connection and to help our members and community thrive both today and tomorrow.</span></span></span></span></h2>\n
LOCATION:The Venue at Grace Fellowship [Smaller building behind the main building] 1449 Refugee Rd. Pickerington\, OH 43147
UID:e.1451.17847
SEQUENCE:3
DTSTAMP:20260603T094608Z
URL:https://www.pickeringtonchamber.com/events/details/wlc-body-language-how-it-communicates-our-thoughts-good-and-bad-17847
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DTSTART:20260626T120000Z
DTEND:20260626T133000Z
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SUMMARY:WLC: Time Management
DESCRIPTION:This workshop focuses on helping professionals work more effectively by managing their time with purpose and clarity. In today's fast-paced world\, effective time management is essential for professionals seeking to reduce stress\, boost productivity\, and stay aligned with their purpose. This dynamic workshop helps participants take control of their time by connecting daily actions to personal core values and long-term career goals.\n\nObjectives\n\n\n	Learn how to prioritize effectively and plan with intention.\n\n\n\n	Equip yourself with practical tools to work smarter\, not harder.\n\n\n\n	Build lasting habits that drive performance and well.\n\n\n \n\n\n\nDorinda Byers\n\nBusiness Development Consultant\n\nOhio Auditor of State\n\nWith more than 20 years of experience\, Dorinda Byers possesses a proven track record of increasing organizational effectiveness\, shaping cultures\, strengthening teams\, and positioning clients for sustainability and growth. Her back includes workforce\, outreach\, sales\, and economic development in community colleges\, manufacturing\, and universities. She holds a Master's degree from Muskingum University and a Bachelor's degree from Ohio State.\n\nJoin us on the fourth Friday of the month\, for an opportunity to hear from inspiring guest speakers and create some amazing connections!\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\nThe Women's Leadership Coalition was launched with the goal to educate\, inspire\, mentor\, and support women in leadership positions in the workplace and in the community. The program also fulfills key parts of Pickerington Area Chamber's vision and mission to provide opportunities for connection and to help our members and community thrive both today and tomorrow.
X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:<div background-color:="" color:="" font-feature-settings:="" font-kerning:="" font-optical-sizing:="" font-size-adjust:="" font-variation-settings:="" helvetica="" margin:="" padding:="" segoe="" style="border: 0px\; font-variant-numeric: inherit\; font-variant-east-asian: inherit\; font-variant-alternates: inherit\; font-variant-position: inherit\; font-stretch: inherit\; font-size: 15px\; line-height: inherit\;" ui="" vertical-align:="" web="" west="">\n<p class="pf0"><span class="cf0">This workshop focuses on helping professionals work more effectively by managing their time with purpose and clarity. In today&rsquo\;s fast-paced&nbsp\;world\, effective time management is essential for professionals seeking to reduce stress\, boost productivity\, and stay aligned with their purpose. This dynamic workshop helps participants take control of their time by connecting daily actions to personal core values</span><span class="cf0">&nbsp\;and long-term career goals.</span></p>\n\n<p class="pf0"><u><strong><span class="cf0">Objectives</span></strong></u></p>\n\n<ul>\n	<li class="pf1"><span class="cf0">Learn how to prioritize effectively and plan with intention.</span></li>\n</ul>\n\n<ul>\n	<li class="pf1"><span class="cf0">Equip yourself with practical tools to work smarter\, not harder.</span></li>\n</ul>\n\n<ul>\n	<li class="pf1"><span class="cf0">Build lasting habits that drive performance and </span><span class="cf0">well</span><span class="cf0">.</span></li>\n</ul>\n\n<div class="pf1">&nbsp\;</div>\n\n<p class="pf0"><img alt="Dorinda Byers" height="202" src="https://chambermaster.blob.core.windows.net/userfiles/UserFiles/chambers/1451/Image/Screenshot2026-01-05105433.png" style="width: 200px\; height: 202px\;" width="200" /><br />\n<strong>Dorinda Byers</strong><br />\nBusiness Development Consultant<br />\nOhio Auditor of State</p>\n\n<p class="pf0"><span class="cf0">With more than 20 years of experience\, Dorinda Byers possesses a proven track record of increasing organizational effectiveness\, shaping cultures\, strengthening teams\, and positioning clients for sustainability and growth. Her </span><span class="cf0">back includes workforce\, outreach\, sales\, and economic development in community colleges\, manufacturing\, and universities. She holds a Master&#39\;s degree from Muskingum University and&nbsp\;a Bachelor&#39\;s degree from Ohio State.</span></p>\n\n<h2><span style="color: black\;"><span style="font-family: verdana\, sans-serif\;"><span style="font-size: 10.5pt\;">Join us on&nbsp\;<strong>the fourth&nbsp\;Friday of the month</strong>\, for an opportunity to hear from inspiring guest speakers and create some amazing connections!</span></span></span><br />\n<br />\n<img alt="" height="400" src="https://chambermaster.blob.core.windows.net/userfiles/UserFiles/chambers/1451/Image/Events/WLC/graphic1.jpg" style="width: 400px\; height: 400px\;" width="400" /></h2>\n</div>\n&nbsp\;\n\n<h2 style="background-image: initial\; background-position: initial\; background-size: initial\; background-repeat: initial\; background-attachment: initial\; background-origin: initial\; background-clip: initial\; margin-top: 0in\;"><strong><span style="color: black\;"><span style="font-family: verdana\, sans-serif\;"><span style="font-size: 10.5pt\;">The Women&rsquo\;s Leadership Coalition</span></span></span></strong><span style="color: black\;"><span style="font-family: verdana\, sans-serif\;"><span style="font-size: 12pt\;">&nbsp\;<span style="font-size: 10.5pt\;">was launched with the goal to educate\, inspire\, mentor\,&nbsp\;and support&nbsp\;women in leadership positions in the workplace and in the community. The program also fulfills key parts of Pickerington Area Chamber&#39\;s vision and mission to provide opportunities for connection and to help our members and community thrive both today and tomorrow.</span></span></span></span></h2>\n
LOCATION:The Venue at Grace Fellowship [Smaller building behind the main building] 1449 Refugee Rd. Pickerington\, OH 43147
UID:e.1451.17848
SEQUENCE:3
DTSTAMP:20260603T094608Z
URL:https://www.pickeringtonchamber.com/events/details/wlc-time-management-17848
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DTSTART:20260828T120000Z
DTEND:20260828T133000Z
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SUMMARY:WLC: Pricing Like You Mean It: How to Charge What You're Worth Without Apologizing
DESCRIPTION:Pricing Like You Mean It: How to Charge What You're Worth Without Apologizing\n\n \n\nAre you undercharging because you're afraid to lose the client? Do you find yourself justifying your rates or offering discounts before anyone even asks? You're not alone and it's costing you more than money.\n\n \n\nIn this session\, you'll learn how to set profitable pricing that reflects the true value you deliver\, handle objections with confidence\, and walk away from clients who aren't the right fit. No more apologizing for what you're worth.\n\n \n\nYou'll walk away with a clear framework for pricing decisions and the confidence to stand behind your numbers.\n\n \n\nKey Takeaways\n\n\n	The Real Cost of Undercharging   Why "just this once" discounts are killing your profitability and how to break the cycle\n	The Value-Based Pricing Framework   How to price based on outcomes and transformation\, not just time or tasks\n	Handling the "You're Too Expensive" Objection   Scripts and strategies to respond with confidence instead of caving \n	Knowing When to Walk Away   How to identify red-flag clients before they drain your time\, energy\, and profit margins\n	Building Pricing Confidence   Practical steps to stop apologizing and start owning your value\n\n\n\n\n\n\nLeslie Thornton\n\nFounder\, BBS Advisor\n\nbbsadvisor.com\n\n \n\nLeslie Thornton is the founder of BBS Advisor and a strategic financial advisor with over 20 years of experience helping service-based business owners turn their numbers into a growth strategy. \n\n \n\nAs an Advanced QuickBooks Advisor\, Leslie specializes in transforming bookkeeping from a back-office task into a strategic decision-making tool. She developed the proprietary BLISS methodology (Business Logic\, Insight\, Strategy\, Scale) to help business owners gain clarity in their financials and confidence to scale.\n\n \n\nLeslie works with clients across the country\, focusing on businesses in the $500K to $15M revenue range. Her approach is direct\, practical\, and built on one core belief: your numbers should empower you\, not intimidate you.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nJoin us on the fourth Friday of the month\, for an opportunity to hear from inspiring guest speakers and create some amazing connections!\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\nThe Women's Leadership Coalition was launched with the goal to educate\, inspire\, mentor\, and support women in leadership positions in the workplace and in the community. The program also fulfills key parts of Pickerington Area Chamber's vision and mission to provide opportunities for connection and to help our members and community thrive both today and tomorrow.
X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:<div background-color:="" color:="" font-feature-settings:="" font-kerning:="" font-optical-sizing:="" font-size-adjust:="" font-variation-settings:="" helvetica="" margin:="" padding:="" segoe="" style="border: 0px\; font-variant-numeric: inherit\; font-variant-east-asian: inherit\; font-variant-alternates: inherit\; font-variant-position: inherit\; font-stretch: inherit\; font-size: 15px\; line-height: inherit\;" ui="" vertical-align:="" web="" west="">\n<div><strong>Pricing Like You Mean It: How to Charge What You&#39\;re Worth Without Apologizing</strong></div>\n\n<div>&nbsp\;</div>\n\n<div>Are you undercharging because you&#39\;re afraid to lose the client? Do you find yourself justifying your rates or offering discounts before anyone even asks? You&#39\;re not alone&mdash\;and it&#39\;s costing you more than money.<br />\n&nbsp\;</div>\n\n<div>In this session\, you&#39\;ll learn how to set profitable pricing that reflects the true value you deliver\, handle objections with confidence\, and walk away from clients who aren&#39\;t the right fit. No more apologizing for what you&#39\;re worth.<br />\n&nbsp\;</div>\n\n<div>You&#39\;ll walk away with a clear framework for pricing decisions and the confidence to stand behind your numbers.<br />\n&nbsp\;</div>\n\n<div><strong>Key Takeaways</strong></div>\n\n<ul>\n	<li>The Real Cost of Undercharging &ndash\; Why &quot\;just this once&quot\; discounts are killing your profitability and how to break the cycle</li>\n	<li>The Value-Based Pricing Framework &ndash\; How to price based on outcomes and transformation\, not just time or tasks</li>\n	<li>Handling the &quot\;You&#39\;re Too Expensive&quot\; Objection &ndash\; Scripts and strategies to respond with confidence instead of caving<span style="white-space:pre"> </span></li>\n	<li>Knowing When to Walk Away &ndash\; How to identify red-flag clients before they drain your time\, energy\, and profit margins</li>\n	<li>Building Pricing Confidence &ndash\; Practical steps to stop apologizing and start owning your value</li>\n</ul>\n\n<div><br />\n<img alt="" height="338" src="https://chambermaster.blob.core.windows.net/userfiles/UserFiles/chambers/1451/Image/Events/WLC/LeslieHeadshot1.png" style="width: 225px\; height: 338px\;" width="225" /><br />\n<strong>Leslie Thornton</strong><br />\n<em>Founder\, BBS Advisor</em><br />\n<a href="https://bbsadvisor.com"><span style="font-size: 15px\;">bbsadvisor.com</span></a><br />\n&nbsp\;</div>\n\n<div>Leslie Thornton is the founder of BBS Advisor and a strategic financial advisor with over 20 years of experience helping service-based business owners turn their numbers into a growth strategy.&nbsp\;<br />\n&nbsp\;</div>\n\n<div>As an Advanced QuickBooks Advisor\, Leslie specializes in transforming bookkeeping from a back-office task into a strategic decision-making tool. She developed the proprietary BLISS methodology (Business Logic\, Insight\, Strategy\, Scale) to help business owners gain clarity in their financials and confidence to scale.<br />\n&nbsp\;</div>\n\n<div>Leslie works with clients across the country\, focusing on businesses in the $500K to $15M revenue range. Her approach is direct\, practical\, and built on one core belief: your numbers should empower you\, not intimidate you.</div>\n\n<div><br />\n<br />\n<br />\n<span style="color: black\;"><span style="font-family: verdana\, sans-serif\;"><span style="font-size: 10.5pt\;">Join us on&nbsp\;<strong>the fourth&nbsp\;Friday of the month</strong>\, for an opportunity to hear from inspiring guest speakers and create some amazing connections!</span></span></span><br />\n<br />\n<img alt="" height="400" src="https://chambermaster.blob.core.windows.net/userfiles/UserFiles/chambers/1451/Image/Events/WLC/graphic1.jpg" style="width: 400px\; height: 400px\;" width="400" /></div>\n</div>\n&nbsp\;\n\n<h2 style="background-image: initial\; background-position: initial\; background-size: initial\; background-repeat: initial\; background-attachment: initial\; background-origin: initial\; background-clip: initial\; margin-top: 0in\;"><strong><span style="color: black\;"><span style="font-family: verdana\, sans-serif\;"><span style="font-size: 10.5pt\;">The Women&rsquo\;s Leadership Coalition</span></span></span></strong><span style="color: black\;"><span style="font-family: verdana\, sans-serif\;"><span style="font-size: 12pt\;">&nbsp\;<span style="font-size: 10.5pt\;">was launched with the goal to educate\, inspire\, mentor\,&nbsp\;and support&nbsp\;women in leadership positions in the workplace and in the community. The program also fulfills key parts of Pickerington Area Chamber&#39\;s vision and mission to provide opportunities for connection and to help our members and community thrive both today and tomorrow.</span></span></span></span></h2>\n
LOCATION:The Venue at Grace Fellowship [Smaller building behind the main building] 1449 Refugee Rd. Pickerington\, OH 43147
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SUMMARY:Women's Leadership Coalition
DESCRIPTION:Join us on the fourth Friday of the month\, for an opportunity to hear from inspiring guest speakers and create some amazing connections!\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\nThe Women's Leadership Coalition was launched with the goal to educate\, inspire\, mentor\, and support women in leadership positions in the workplace and in the community. The program also fulfills key parts of Pickerington Area Chamber's vision and mission to provide opportunities for connection and to help our members and community thrive both today and tomorrow.
X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:<div background-color:="" color:="" font-feature-settings:="" font-kerning:="" font-optical-sizing:="" font-size-adjust:="" font-variation-settings:="" helvetica="" margin:="" padding:="" segoe="" style="border: 0px\; font-variant-numeric: inherit\; font-variant-east-asian: inherit\; font-variant-alternates: inherit\; font-variant-position: inherit\; font-stretch: inherit\; font-size: 15px\; line-height: inherit\;" ui="" vertical-align:="" web="" west="">\n<h2><span style="color: black\;"><span style="font-family: verdana\, sans-serif\;"><span style="font-size: 10.5pt\;">Join us on&nbsp\;<strong>the fourth&nbsp\;Friday of the month</strong>\, for an opportunity to hear from inspiring guest speakers and create some amazing connections!</span></span></span><br />\n<br />\n<img alt="" height="400" src="https://chambermaster.blob.core.windows.net/userfiles/UserFiles/chambers/1451/Image/Events/WLC/graphic1.jpg" style="width: 400px\; height: 400px\;" width="400" /></h2>\n</div>\n&nbsp\;\n\n<h2 style="background-image: initial\; background-position: initial\; background-size: initial\; background-repeat: initial\; background-attachment: initial\; background-origin: initial\; background-clip: initial\; margin-top: 0in\;"><strong><span style="color: black\;"><span style="font-family: verdana\, sans-serif\;"><span style="font-size: 10.5pt\;">The Women&rsquo\;s Leadership Coalition</span></span></span></strong><span style="color: black\;"><span style="font-family: verdana\, sans-serif\;"><span style="font-size: 12pt\;">&nbsp\;<span style="font-size: 10.5pt\;">was launched with the goal to educate\, inspire\, mentor\,&nbsp\;and support&nbsp\;women in leadership positions in the workplace and in the community. The program also fulfills key parts of Pickerington Area Chamber&#39\;s vision and mission to provide opportunities for connection and to help our members and community thrive both today and tomorrow.</span></span></span></span></h2>\n
LOCATION:The Venue at Grace Fellowship [Smaller building behind the main building] 1449 Refugee Rd. Pickerington\, OH 43147
UID:e.1451.17851
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DTSTART:20261023T120000Z
DTEND:20261023T133000Z
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SUMMARY:WLC: Why Smart Women Stay Stuck
DESCRIPTION:Why Smart Women Stay Stuck\n\nHave you ever wondered why the most intelligent\, accomplished women often feel the most stuck? Why you can solve complex problems at work but struggle to figure out what you want for yourself? Why being successful by everyone else's standards still leaves you feeling unfulfilled?\n\nIn this interactive presentation\, certified life coach Melissa Parsons explores the paradox of smart women staying stuck despite their capabilities and reveals the one shift that changes everything. Drawing from over 25 years of experience as a healer first as a pediatrician\, now as a coach Melissa shows why traditional advice fails brilliant women and what actually works instead.\n\nKey Takeaways:\n\n\n	Why intelligence can actually keep you stuck - Understanding how your greatest strengths can become obstacles when misapplied\n	The hidden trap of external authority - Recognizing when you've handed your power over to others' opinions and expectations\n	The one shift that sets smart women free - Moving from external authority to internal authority and what becomes possible when you do\n	How to trust yourself more than everyone else's opinions - Practical insights for developing unshakeable confidence in your own judgment\n	What's actually possible - Real examples of what changes when smart women learn to trust themselves\n\n\nThis presentation will challenge you to question where you've been giving your power away and inspire you to reclaim trust in your own wisdom.\n\n\n\nMelissa Parsons\n\nMelissa Parsons Coaching\n\nmelissaparsonscoaching.com\n\n\n\nMelissa Parsons\, M.D.\, is a certified life coach through the Life Coach School and has been a healer for over 25 years first as a pediatrician for 22 years\, and now as a coach for over 6 years.\n\n\n\nMelissa is incredibly fortunate to have had two careers that she has absolutely loved. After 22 wonderful years in pediatric medicine\, she recognized the privilege of being able to leave something you still love for a new dream that you think you could love even more. This decision to trust herself led her to coaching\, where she now helps brilliant women remember how to trust themselves.\n\n\n\nThrough her coaching practice\, Melissa specializes in helping intelligent\, accomplished women move from external authority to internal authority learning to trust their own wisdom more than everyone else's expectations. Her approach combines compassion with clarity\, helping women become their favorite version of themselves.\n\n\n\nMelissa lives in Westerville\, Ohio\, with her family and believes that the most radical thing a woman can do is trust herself completely.\n\n\n\nJoin us on the fourth Friday of the month\, for an opportunity to hear from inspiring guest speakers and create some amazing connections!\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\nThe Women's Leadership Coalition was launched with the goal to educate\, inspire\, mentor\, and support women in leadership positions in the workplace and in the community. The program also fulfills key parts of Pickerington Area Chamber's vision and mission to provide opportunities for connection and to help our members and community thrive both today and tomorrow.
X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:<div background-color:="" color:="" font-feature-settings:="" font-kerning:="" font-optical-sizing:="" font-size-adjust:="" font-variation-settings:="" helvetica="" margin:="" padding:="" segoe="" style="border: 0px\; font-variant-numeric: inherit\; font-variant-east-asian: inherit\; font-variant-alternates: inherit\; font-variant-position: inherit\; font-stretch: inherit\; font-size: 15px\; line-height: inherit\;" ui="" vertical-align:="" web="" west="">\n<p><span style="font-size:14px\;"><span style="font-family:verdana\;"><strong>Why Smart Women Stay Stuck</strong></span></span></p>\n\n<p><span style="font-size:14px\;"><span style="font-family:verdana\;">Have you ever wondered why the most intelligent\, accomplished women often feel the most stuck? Why you can solve complex problems at work but struggle to figure out what you want for yourself? Why being successful by everyone else&#39\;s standards still leaves you feeling unfulfilled?</span></span></p>\n\n<p><span style="font-size:14px\;"><span style="font-family:verdana\;">In this interactive presentation\, certified life coach Melissa Parsons explores the paradox of smart women staying stuck despite their capabilities and reveals the one shift that changes everything. Drawing from over 25 years of experience as a healer&mdash\;first as a pediatrician\, now as a coach&mdash\;Melissa shows why traditional advice fails brilliant women and what actually works instead.</span></span></p>\n\n<p><strong><span style="font-size:14px\;"><span style="font-family:verdana\;">Key Takeaways:</span></span></strong></p>\n\n<ul>\n	<li><span style="font-size:14px\;"><span style="font-family:verdana\;">Why intelligence can actually keep you stuck - Understanding how your greatest strengths can become obstacles when misapplied</span></span></li>\n	<li><span style="font-size:14px\;"><span style="font-family:verdana\;">The hidden trap of external authority - Recognizing when you&#39\;ve handed your power over to others&#39\; opinions and expectations</span></span></li>\n	<li><span style="font-size:14px\;"><span style="font-family:verdana\;">The one shift that sets smart women free - Moving from external authority to internal authority and what becomes possible when you do</span></span></li>\n	<li><span style="font-size:14px\;"><span style="font-family:verdana\;">How to trust yourself more than everyone else&#39\;s opinions - Practical insights for developing unshakeable confidence in your own judgment</span></span></li>\n	<li><span style="font-size:14px\;"><span style="font-family:verdana\;">What&#39\;s actually possible - Real examples of what changes when smart women learn to trust themselves</span></span></li>\n</ul>\n\n<p><span style="font-size:14px\;"><span style="font-family:verdana\;">This presentation will challenge you to question where you&#39\;ve been giving your power away and inspire you to reclaim trust in your own wisdom.</span></span></p>\n\n<p><span style="font-family: verdana\; font-size: 14px\;"><img alt="" height="330" src="https://chambermaster.blob.core.windows.net/userfiles/UserFiles/chambers/1451/Image/Pictures/MelissaParsons.jpg" style="width: 220px\; height: 330px\;" width="220" /><br />\n<strong>Melissa Parsons</strong></span><br />\n<span style="font-size:14px\;"><span style="font-family:verdana\;"><em>Melissa Parsons Coaching</em><br />\nmelissaparsonscoaching.com</span></span><br />\n<br />\nMelissa Parsons\, M.D.\, is a certified life coach through the Life Coach School and has been a healer for over 25 years&mdash\;first as a pediatrician for 22 years\, and now as a coach for over 6 years.<br />\n<br />\nMelissa is incredibly fortunate to have had two careers that she has absolutely loved. After 22 wonderful years in pediatric medicine\, she recognized the privilege of being able to leave something you still love for a new dream that you think you could love even more. This decision to trust herself led her to coaching\, where she now helps brilliant women remember how to trust themselves.<br />\n<br />\nThrough her coaching practice\, Melissa specializes in helping intelligent\, accomplished women move from external authority to internal authority&mdash\;learning to trust their own wisdom more than everyone else&#39\;s expectations. Her approach combines compassion with clarity\, helping women become their favorite version of themselves.<br />\n<br />\nMelissa lives in Westerville\, Ohio\, with her family and believes that the most radical thing a woman can do is trust herself completely.</p>\n\n<p><br />\n<span style="font-size:14px\;"><span style="font-family:verdana\;"><span style="color: black\;">Join us on&nbsp\;<strong>the fourth&nbsp\;Friday of the month</strong>\, for an opportunity to hear from inspiring guest speakers and create some amazing connections!</span><br />\n<br />\n<img alt="" height="400" src="https://chambermaster.blob.core.windows.net/userfiles/UserFiles/chambers/1451/Image/Events/WLC/graphic1.jpg" style="width: 400px\; height: 400px\;" width="400" /></span></span></p>\n</div>\n\n<p>&nbsp\;</p>\n\n<p style="background-image: initial\; background-position: initial\; background-size: initial\; background-repeat: initial\; background-attachment: initial\; background-origin: initial\; background-clip: initial\; margin-top: 0in\;"><span style="font-size:14px\;"><span style="font-family:verdana\;"><strong><span style="color: black\;">The Women&rsquo\;s Leadership Coalition</span></strong><span style="color: black\;">&nbsp\;was launched with the goal to educate\, inspire\, mentor\,&nbsp\;and support&nbsp\;women in leadership positions in the workplace and in the community. The program also fulfills key parts of Pickerington Area Chamber&#39\;s vision and mission to provide opportunities for connection and to help our members and community thrive both today and tomorrow.</span></span></span></p>\n
LOCATION:The Venue at Grace Fellowship [Smaller building behind the main building] 1449 Refugee Rd. Pickerington\, OH 43147
UID:e.1451.17852
SEQUENCE:3
DTSTAMP:20260603T094608Z
URL:https://www.pickeringtonchamber.com/events/details/wlc-why-smart-women-stay-stuck-17852
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