2008 Annual Leadership Development Conference

 

Keynote Speakers Set Stage for a Very Anticipated and Stimulating

Women’s Foodservice Forum (WFF)

2008 Annual Leadership Development Conference

General Colin L. Powell, USA (Ret.) Set to Deliver

Headline Session on Tuesday, April 15 ^th

 

 

MINNEAPOLIS, MN (January 31, 2008) – The Women’s Foodservice Forum (WFF) is honored to announce this year’s lineup of insightful and inspirational keynote speakers for the 2008 WFF Annual Leadership Development Conference, April 13-16 ^th in Washington, D.C. at the brand new Gaylord National® Resort & Convention Center.

General Colin L. Powell, USA (Ret.), one of the most admired men in America, will deliver a compelling presentation reflecting his years of service at the highest levels of international affairs. He will be speaking on leadership to illustrate precisely what embodies a true leader and demonstrate how to consistently be focused and take responsibility while working to improve processes, organizations and people. This highly anticipated session will take place on Tuesday, April 15, 2008 during the General Session.

Prior to General Powell’s presentation, Susan L. Taylor, Editor Emerita of ESSENCE Magazine, will kick the conference off at the Multicultural Keynote Event on Sunday, April 13 ^th with a presentation on diversity and the challenges facing women of color in today’s business world. Taylor’s focus is on creating equity in education and reclaiming lives to create peaceful, productive and sustainable communities. Taylor was the driving force behind one of the most celebrated African American owned business success stories of the past three decades and now dedicates her time to the National Cares Mentoring Movement. Founded by Taylor in 2006, the National Cares Mentoring Movement encourages black adults to serve as mentors for at-risk young people.

Leadership and Business Motivational Speaker, Dr. Bertice Berry, will address audiences on Monday, April 14 ^th during the General Session with great wit and inspiring humor while addressing difficult topics such as racism and sexism. Dr. Berry is an award-winning entertainer, lecturer, best-selling author and comedienne. She has been featured on numerous television programs, including appearances on The Oprah Winfrey Show, The Tonight Show with Jay Leno, and most recently on ABC’s 20/20. She was also host and co-executive producer of her own nationally syndicated talk show, The Bertice Berry Show.

“The WFF is proud to announce this year’s lineup of extraordinary keynote speakers for the 2008 Conference,” said Mary Bentley, WFF President. “Each of these acclaimed speakers will share their stories of leadership and inspiration for WFF members to take back to the office to help them elevate their own careers.”

In addition to this year’s engaging keynote speakers, the WFF is pleased to announce the addition of multi-tiered personalized programming and networking for attendees. Emerging leaders, emerging executives and executives will all be able to find workshops and networking sub-groups that appeal to each of them on personal and professional levels.

For registration and further information on the 2008 WFF Annual Leadership Development Conference, please visit www.womenfoodserviceforum.com.

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The Women’s Foodservice Forum is the premier leadership development community for collective insights and connections that empower women in the Foodservice industry to envision and achieve their highest potential. With more than 3,500 members from all segments of the foodservice industry, including restaurant operations, manufacturing, distribution, publishing and consulting, Women’s Foodservice Forum is committed to helping elevate women leaders. Through highly beneficial keynote addresses and workshops at the Annual Leadership Development Conference, Regional Connect events, mentoring and more, WFF provides members with the tools needed to make a positive difference in their careers. For more information about Women’s Foodservice Forum, please visit the website www.womensfoodserviceforum.com.