The Women’s Network of Northeast Ohio hosted a leadership summit for professionals, called “Flux: a movement for change,” Nov. 9, at the John S. Knight center in downtown Akron. The all-day event offered a number of resources to help empower women in Northeast Ohio and change the current professional landscape. The day included two keynote speakers and four breakout … [Read more...]
Jan Conrad named executive director of Women’s Network
The Women’s Network of Northeast Ohio has appointed Jan Conrad as its executive director, a newly created position. Conrad has extensive experience in business startups, expansion strategy and an in-depth understanding of some of the unique issues faced by women in the workplace, according to Women’s Network. “We are thrilled to have found someone with the passion, vision … [Read more...]
County Executive Ilene Shapiro to be guest speaker for Women’s Network open house
The public is invited to join Women’s Network on Monday, Sept. 26, 4:30 to 7:30 p.m., for a community-wide open house and annual meeting. Visit the organization’s new office located in the Akron Global Business Accelerator, 526 S. Main St., in downtown Akron. Help celebrate a year of accomplishments and learn about Women’s Network’s vision for the future of professional women … [Read more...]
Akron Community Foundation awards nearly $2.7 million in grants
(Courtesy of Akron Community Foundation) Akron Community Foundation’s board of directors recently approved grants totaling $2,698,052, including $2,239,052 in grants from 132 designated, donor-advised, agency endowment and scholarship funds, and $459,000 in competitive civic affairs grants chosen by the organization’s Community Investment Committee. More than … [Read more...]