INVEST IN YOURSELF!

We invite you to arrive early to the Leadership Summit to enjoy some new opportunities and make the most of your time at the in-person event:

Learning Labs

Tech Bar and Charging Station
Brought to You by Visa
Wednesday, November 3, 1:00 - 6:00 pm
Thursday, November 4, 7:30 am - 5:00 pm
Grand Ballroom Prefunction Area, Grand Hyatt

Join in these mini-sessions to explore the top business productivity apps, enhance your LinkedIn profile, master your elevator pitch and many more career-enhancing sessions – all while charging your devices.

Stop by the Tech Bar for:

• 360° Brand Assessment: Get a fresh perspective of your digital footprint from our quick and free 360° audit of your brand voice, content, website, social media authority and reputation.
• Content Creation and Curation Tips & Tricks: Enhance your brand and voice with relevant content to showcase your professional and knowledgeable self, and enhance your business footprint.
• Business Website Reviews: From generating leads to increasing engagement, we’ll review your company website and give you instant constructive feedback on how you can take your website to the next level!
• Technology Advice: Spend one-on-one time with our digerati experts to discuss how tech can help you in your everyday professional and personal life.
• Friendly Soundboarding: Stop by to get feedback and brainstorm with our experts on how to transform ideas you have in your head into actionable plans.

Free Bookstore: Leaders are Readers
Brought to You by Green Rhino Recruitment
Wednesday, November 3, 1:00 - 4:00 pm
Thursday, November 4, 7:30 am - 4:00 pm
Library, Grand Hyatt
Bring a book and take a book.
Stop in and share a favorite read while connecting and networking. Forget to bring a book? Don’t worry, we have you covered with 150+ books to get the Free Bookstore started.

Wellness Lounge
Brought to You by Discover
Wednesday, November 3, 1:00 - 4:00 pm
Thursday, November 4, 7:30 am - 4:00 pm
Ivy II, Grand Hyatt
Recharge yourself! Take a break from the chaos of the day or join in a Learning Lab micro-education session.

Learning Lab Sessions
Expand your Summit education and networking with these unique hands-on learning experiences.

Tech Bar and Charging Station
Brought to You by Visa
Wednesday, November 3, 1:00 - 3:50 pm
Thursday, November 4, 10:30 am - 2:20 pm
Grand Ballroom Prefunction Area, Grand Hyatt

• Tips and Apps for Productivity & Time Management: So many apps, so little time. This session is all about which apps that can help you in big ways. Now more than ever you need to rely on apps and solutions that will transform the way you work, juggling family and tasks, and managing your time and mental space. Get your notepad ready, you will need it!
• Activating Your Community: Mastering Influence on LinkedIn: Every company has several influential individuals. People who are credible with customers/colleagues are recognized within the industry and known as trusted experts. Cultivating this pipeline of experts needs to be managed with care. LinkedIn, the social platform for professionals, has been cooking up engaging and reminiscent features from some of your favorite social media platforms to create the ultimate tool for meaningful conversation. Learn how to leverage these new features into activating your employee network through employee advocacy, and how to create positive messages to increase workplace sentiment.
• Post-Pandemic Conversation Starters: Watercooler conversations, reimagined! Rejoining society can come with anxiety-filled stress about relearning how to converse with others "IRL" (in real life). As our social lives push restart, many of us are rusty, tongue-tied, rambling or insecure, but you don't have to let it show. Let this session be your first step to reemergence and your guide on communication in our next normal.
• New Habits to Effective Team Collaboration: Right now more than ever, it’s essential for teams to master collaboration and create habits that make them a lean efficient project management machine! Join this discussion for cool collaboration tools and platforms, and creating key habits for team collaboration, especially when working remotely.
  

Wellness Lounge
Brought to You by Discover
Ivy II, Grand Hyatt
Thursday, November 4, 10:30 am - 2:20 pm

• Introduction to Meditation: With everything you’re juggling in your daily life, it’s easy to feel a little off balance from time to time. It can feel like a luxury to stop and take a breath for a moment. But doing so in an intentional way – by practicing mindfulness meditation – may end up being one of the best decisions you make for your mental and physical health. Stop in the Wellness Lounge to learn the basics of meditation with Barre 3.

Pre-Conference:
Inclusion Groups: Meet Up
Wednesday, November 3, 2:00 - 3:00 pm
Library, Grand Hyatt
Celebrate diversity! Stop by to connect with one of our four inclusion groups: Asian/Pacific Islander, Black/African American, Hispanic/Latino, Pride/LGBTQ+. All welcome!

Pre-Conference:
Charting the Course: Wnet New Member and First-Time Attendee Briefing
Wednesday, November 3, 3:00 - 3:45 pm
Buckhead Ballroom II, Grand Hyatt
Whether you are new to Wnet or just want a refresher – you are welcome to attend this free, optional event.

Session Outcomes:

• Build Your Network: Meet founders, leaders and members who will share personal stories about their journey with Wnet.
• Explore Wnet Programs and Services: Learn how you can make the most of your Summit and Wnet member experience.
• Get Involved: Discover the many volunteer opportunities with Wnet and grow professionally.

Pre-Conference:
Atlanta Chapter LinkUp
Wednesday, November 3, 3:00 - 4:00 pm
Library, Grand Hyatt
The Atlanta Chapter welcomes attendees to their great city. Join us for a bit of book swapping and networking as we kick off your Leadership Summit by meeting someone new. All welcome! 

Philanthropic Project: Empowering Girls Inc.
Wednesday, November 3, 2:40 - 2:55 pm
Inclusion Groups Meet Up: Library, Grand Hyatt

Wednesday, November 3, 3:25 - 3:40 pm
New Member and First-Time Attendee Briefing: Buckhead Ballroom II, Grand Hyatt

Wednesday, November 3, 3:45 - 4:00 pm
Atlanta Chapter LinkUp: Library, Grand Hyatt

Be Bold! Share an inspirational message with the next generation via a short video or note card! Girls Inc. delivers life-changing programs and experiences that equip girls to overcome serious barriers to grow up strong, smart and bold. We're collaborating with this special girls group with the help of Wnet Director and Executive Director of Girls Inc. for Muscogee and Russell County Gail Burgos, Sr. VP, DEI, 1st Sentry, and CEO of Burgos Consulting. Invest in Others and Empower Girls during these philanthropic events during the last 15 minutes of our Pre-Conference Events: Inclusion Groups Meet Up, New Member and First-Attendee Briefing, and the Atlanta Chapter LinkUp. 

Wnet Online Silent Auction - NOW OPEN!
9:00 am October 24 - 6:15 pm November 3

bit.ly/Wnet2021Auction
Back and bigger than ever! The Silent Auction has expanded to two weeks and will open virtually during Money 20/20 and close the evening of Nov. 3 at our Opening Celebration Reception. From gift cards and purses to tours and trips – you can find something for yourself or as a gift, all while supporting Wnet.

Still Accepting Donations! Donations can include gift cards, personal items, spa treatments, wine, jewelry – or get creative and donate an experience. Could you host a wine tasting event? Do you have a great local restaurant and would host dinner for four? Maybe you love to paint and want to offer a painting class. The possibilities of "experience" donations are endless! Our industry thrives on the connections we make. Consider donating an experience and meet others in the industry, while helping Wnet.

Dine Around Atlanta
Dinner On Your Own: Wednesday and Thursday Evening 
Support Wnet and have dinner with friends and colleagues. Mention "Wnet Leadership Summit" when reserving or dining at these local restaurants  and they will generously donate a portion of their Summit patron checks to Wnet.

Almalfi Cucina + Mercato
3242 Peachtree Rd NE Ste A, Atlanta, GA 30305

Red Booth 
3242 Peachtree Rd Ste A, Atlanta, GA 30305

Wellness: Barre 3 Class
Brought to You by Discover
Thursday, November 4, 6:30 - 7:30 am
Azalea, Grand Hyatt
Invest in Yourself and kick off your Thursday morning with a healthy start. Join local Barre 3 studio owner Tara Craighead and her team for an early morning, all-levels Barre class. This 45-minute workout class combines strength, conditioning, light cardio and mindfulness as a way to relax and prepare for a busy day at Summit! Pre-registration is required and space is limited.

Headshot Lounge
Brought to You by Paya
Thursday, November 4, 10:00 am - 5:00 pm
Highland Prefunction Area, Grand Hyatt
Update your professional image with a new photo, perfect for your social media accounts and your company and Wnet profiles. Photos are free and available to all.

Post-Conference:
Wine Down: Wine Tasting, Networking and Music
Brought to You by FIS
Thursday, November 4, 4:15 - 5:00 pm
Grand Ballroom Prefunction Area, Grand Hyatt
End your Summit experience with a special unwinding event that includes four wine tasting stations, music and great networking opportunities. Cheers to investing in yourself, others, your financial success and your lifelong learning!