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Don't miss the Inaugural Tee it Up for Women!!!! Tell a friend! SLJ 26 Event Productions, a long-time WISE Atlanta partner, is hosting a day of golf and diversity workshops at Bear's Best Golf Course on September 26, 2023. The event will not only give women-owned small business owners, female entrepreneurs, and independent consultants the opportunity to make valuable connections, it will also help corporate representatives seek out qualified businesses for procurement opportunities. Check out the link for more details on the day's agenda, workshop topics, and to register.

Have you been looking for a way to give back to Atlanta's Women in Sports & Events community? Are you looking to deepen your relationships and network with like-minded industry women? Do you have special talents that could benefit our organization? If you answered an emphatic "Yes!" we may have a role for you on the leadership team. Check out the open roles below... Current Open Roles: Chair, Marketing Position Summary : The position will lead a team of volunteers to drive all marketing efforts of WISE Atlanta. They will be responsible for developing a yearly marketing and communications strategy to amplify presence, promote chapter activities, ...

2021 is well underway and WISE Atlanta is excited for what lies ahead! The challenges of the past year have been met with innovation, transformation, and renewed energy across the industry. This year, WISE Atlanta will continue to embrace virtual events and be ready to host in-person once we can gather safely again. We can't wait to see our members' faces without a screen. Until then, we have some exciting things planned including professional development sessions to explore new sectors of our industry, networking with other WISE chapters across the US, and, of course, the WISE Within mentoring program! At the end of 2020, we rolled out a new website that includes ...

When it comes to professional success, you always have to be maintaining your relevance and increasing your value. It’s something women in the business of sports understand and relentlessly pursue. To match that drive and live up to our mission of empowering women, WISE is evolving, too. We’re excited to announce some big changes, starting with a refresh of the WISE brand. WISE women are multidimensional. They’re strong leaders displaying professionalism and integrity while reflecting the industry in which they work — spirited, fun and dynamic. When they come together, they channel an energy that is nothing short of magic. Thanks to the dedication and storytelling ...

Resources to Help Navigate the "New Normal" The sports and event industry was one of the first industries impacted by COVID-19, and the global pandemic has impacted each of our lives in unique ways. As many of us find ourselves navigating a "new normal" during these unprecedented times, WISE Atlanta has compiled the following resources to help ease this transition. COVID-19 Lockdown Guide: How to Manage Anxiety and Isolation During Quarantine (Anxiety and Depression Association of America) Families First Coronavirus Response Act: (Department of Labor) Employee Paid Leave Rights Employer Paid Leave Requirements FAQs Improving ...