Cheryl Palmer, Guest Speaker on the Risks and Rewards of Changing Careers
April Program for Women In Management

Cheryl Palmer, former President of The Food Emporium and Vice President of The Gap’s Northeast Region will be guest speaker on Wednesday, April 19th at the Women In Management program, which will be held at The Fore Seasons Restaurant, in Stamford from 5:30-8:30 PM. Ms. Palmer will share her personal insights and experiences while in and out of transition. She will also share her thoughts on the risks and rewards a seasoned professional faces when pursuing changes in career, industry or both. Networking will begin at 5:30. All are welcome to attend this program event. The program fee is $45 for WIM Members and $60 for Non-members. Space is limited. Reservations are required.

Ms. Palmer is a senior general manager with experience in both the retailing and consumer products industries. She is an active advocate of entrepreneurship in women and has held a position on the Board of Directors for the Women’s Business Development Center in Fairfield County, Connecticut. She currently serves on the board of the Girl Scout Council of Southwestern CT and is a member of the CT chapter of the International Women’s Forum

Reservations must be received by no later than Friday, April 14th. Interested persons can make reservations directly online by credit card via the WIM website at www.wimweb.org or by downloading the registration form and mailing completed forms with checks payable to "WIM" to: Women In Management, P.O. Box 3451, Stamford, CT 06905; by telephone at 866.698.3511; or via email at Choosewim@wimweb.org.

Based in Stamford, Connecticut, Women in Management is the premier business organization for both women business owners and corporate executives. The WIM mission is to promote the professional advancement of women in business and welcomes women - from diverse industries and businesses of all sizes - seeking high quality networking contacts, access to leading-edge professional development, and a way to give back to other women through community service and public recognition of women's business achievements.