<?xml version="1.0" encoding="UTF-8"?> <rss version="2.0" xmlns:content="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/content/" xmlns:wfw="http://wellformedweb.org/CommentAPI/" xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/" xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom" xmlns:sy="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/syndication/" xmlns:slash="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/slash/" ><channel><title>WomenCentric &#187; Business Networking</title> <atom:link href="http://www.womencentric.net/category/speakers/business-networking/feed/" rel="self" type="application/rss+xml" /><link>http://www.womencentric.net</link> <description>Hire Inspirational Business Keynote Speakers, Panelists &#38; Authors &#124; Innovation, Entrepreneurs,  Leadership, Social Media &#38; Team Building</description> <lastBuildDate>Mon, 19 Jul 2010 18:50:59 +0000</lastBuildDate> <language>en</language> <sy:updatePeriod>hourly</sy:updatePeriod> <sy:updateFrequency>1</sy:updateFrequency> <generator>http://wordpress.org/?v=3.0</generator> <item><title>Andrea Nierenberg</title><link>http://www.womencentric.net/andrea-r-nierenberg/</link> <comments>http://www.womencentric.net/andrea-r-nierenberg/#comments</comments> <pubDate>Mon, 06 Jul 2009 20:02:25 +0000</pubDate> <dc:creator>fkizner</dc:creator> <category><![CDATA[Business Networking]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Communications]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Leadership]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Motivation]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Women's Programming]]></category><guid isPermaLink="false">http://www.womencentric.net/?p=155</guid> <description><![CDATA[Andrea R. Nierenberg is a bestselling author and world-renowned business authority who is an entertaining, down-to-earth speaker with substance. With a stellar 25 years as a leader in sales and marketing, Andrea is an in-demand business expert both at home and abroad. ]]></description> <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><span class="pricerange">Fee Options: <a id="ctx_21810628">$$$-$$$$*</a></span></p><p>Andrea R. Nierenberg is a bestselling author and world-renowned business authority who is an entertaining, down-to-earth speaker with substance. Called a “networking success story” by The Wall Street Journal, Andrea Nierenberg is founder and president of The Nierenberg Group. With a stellar 25 years as a leader in sales and marketing, Andrea is an in-demand business expert both at home and abroad.</p><h5>Popular Program Topics Include</h5><ul><li>The Opposite of Networking is Not Working &#8211; 5 Drivers to Grow Your Business</li><li>Turning Serendipity into Unbelievable Opportunities</li><li>Stop and Smell the Roses- Be in Control of Your Time</li><li>Creating Chemistry with Your Clients</li><li>Present Like a Pro &#8211; How to Speak so that Everyone Will Listen</li></ul><h5>Speaking Credentials</h5><p><strong>Appearances on:</strong> Bloomberg, NBC, CNBC, Fox TV, numerous radio and internet radio shows</p><p><strong>Speaking engagements: </strong>Nierenberg has presented in 45 countries, covering Conferences, Conventions, workshops, etc.</p><p><strong>Published books:</strong><br /> <a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/1892123924?ie=UTF8&amp;tag=writecommunic-20&amp;linkCode=as2&amp;camp=1789&amp;creative=9325&amp;creativeASIN=1892123924" target="_blank">Non-Stop Networking &#8211; How to Improve Your Life, Luck and Career</a>, <a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/1933102055?ie=UTF8&amp;tag=writecommunic-20&amp;linkCode=as2&amp;camp=1789&amp;creative=9325&amp;creativeASIN=1933102055" target="_blank">MillionDollar Networking &#8211; The Sure Way to Find, Grow and Keep Your Business</a>, <a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/1933102446?ie=UTF8&amp;tag=writecommunic-20&amp;linkCode=as2&amp;camp=1789&amp;creative=9325&amp;creativeASIN=1933102446" target="_blank">Savvy Networking &#8211; 118 Fast and Effective Tips for Business Success</a></p><p><a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/1892123924?ie=UTF8&amp;tag=writecommunic-20&amp;linkCode=as2&amp;camp=1789&amp;creative=9325&amp;creativeASIN=1892123924" target="_blank"><img style="margin-right: 20px;" src="/wp-content/uploads/2009/07/nierenberg-nonstop.jpg" border="0" alt="" /></a><img style="border: none !important; margin: 0px !important;" src="http://www.assoc-amazon.com/e/ir?t=writecommunic-20&amp;l=as2&amp;o=1&amp;a=1892123924" border="0" alt="" width="1" height="1" /><a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/1933102055?ie=UTF8&amp;tag=writecommunic-20&amp;linkCode=as2&amp;camp=1789&amp;creative=9325&amp;creativeASIN=1933102055" target="_blank"><img style="margin-right: 20px;" src="/wp-content/uploads/2009/07/nierenberg-milliondollar.jpg" border="0" alt="" /></a><img style="border: none !important; margin: 0px !important;" src="http://www.assoc-amazon.com/e/ir?t=writecommunic-20&amp;l=as2&amp;o=1&amp;a=1933102055" border="0" alt="" width="1" height="1" /><a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/1933102446?ie=UTF8&amp;tag=writecommunic-20&amp;linkCode=as2&amp;camp=1789&amp;creative=9325&amp;creativeASIN=1933102446" target="_blank"><img src="/wp-content/uploads/2009/07/nierenberg-savvy.jpg" border="0" alt="" /></a><img style="border: none !important; margin: 0px !important;" src="http://www.assoc-amazon.com/e/ir?t=writecommunic-20&amp;l=as2&amp;o=1&amp;a=1933102446" border="0" alt="" width="1" height="1" /></p><p><strong>Client roster includes:</strong> Nascar, Meredith Corporation, Accenture, Boy Scouts of America, NJAWBO, Price Waterhouse Cooper, Primedia Publishing, Citigroup, Association for Fundraising Professionals Initiative, Blitz, Berkshire Life, AstraZeneca Pharmaceutical</p><p><strong>Member of: </strong>Financial Women&#8217;s Association, Direct Marketing Association, Advertising Women of New York</p><h5>Companies and Web Presence</h5><p><strong>Company Affiliations:<br /> </strong>President, <a href="http://www.NierenbergGroup.com" target="_blank">The Nierenberg Group</a></p><p><strong>Blog:</strong> <a href="http://thenierenblog.typepad.com/" target="_blank">The NierenBlog</a><br /> <strong>Social Media Outlets: </strong><a href="http://twitter.com/anierenberg" target="_blank">Twitter</a>, <a href="http://www.linkedin.com/pub/andrea-r-nierenberg/0/43/443" target="_blank">LinkedIn</a>, <a href="http://www.facebook.com/people/Andrea-R-Nierenberg/672890234" target="_blank">Facebook</a></p><h5>Find out more about Andrea Nierenberg here!</h5><p><strong>Contact WomenCentric</strong> to book this speaker or discuss your program needs today<br /> E/M: <a href="mailto:bookaspeaker@WomenCentric.net?subject=I%27m%20interested%20in%20booking%20Andrea%20Nierenberg">BookaSpeaker@WomenCentric.net</a> PH: 845-362-7880</p><p style="text-align: center;"><a href="mailto:bookaspeaker@WomenCentric.net?subject=I%27m%20interested%20in%20booking%20Andrea%20Nierenberg"><img class="aligncenter" src="/wp-content/themes/default/images/book-button.gif" alt="" width="150" height="69" /></a></p><p><script src="http://www.assoc-amazon.com/s/link-enhancer?tag=writecommunic-20&amp;o=1" type="text/javascript"></script><br /> <noscript><br /> <img src="http://www.assoc-amazon.com/s/noscript?tag=writecommunic-20" alt="" /><br /> </noscript></p> <script type='text/javascript'>/*<![CDATA[*/new YAHOO.widget.Tooltip("ttt21810628",{context:"ctx_21810628",text:"<p>$3500 - $10,000+. 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An inspirational keynote speaker on topics that impact people's lives from the professional development spectrum to the life harmony challenges]]></description> <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><span class="pricerange">Fee Options: <a id="ctx_103815005">$*</a></span></p><p>Dynamic, passionate business leader with over 20 years experience in the areas of business growth and people development.  Known as the Growth Coach to her coaching clients with measured results that have led hundreds of people living up to their greatest potential. An inspirational keynote speaker on topics that impact people&#8217;s lives from the professional development spectrum to the life harmony challenges.</p><h5>Popular Topics Include:</h5><ul><li>Developing your Leadership talent</li><li>Developing Women Leaders</li><li>LIFO Style and Impact</li><li>Executive Presence</li><li>Critical Success Factors for Women</li><li>Influence and Negotiation Strategies</li><li>Leading at the Speed of Life</li><li>Strategic Thinking on your feet</li><li>Networking that works your net so you don&#8217;t have to work so hard</li><li>Maximizing your Seat at the Leadership Table</li></ul><h5>Speaking Credentials:</h5><p><strong>Speaking engagements:</strong> Sought-after for Associations such as CALCPA, NJ &amp; NY AWCPA, NEAOHN, Corporate Leadership Development facilitator, National Association Meetings, Facilitator of Corporate Focus groups nationwide, facilitator of Corporate Strategy sessions nationwide, Facilitator of Coaching circles within and outside organizations</p><p><strong>Client roster includes:</strong> American Express, Prudential, Cadance, Symrise, RothsteinKass &amp; Co, JH Cohn, West Elm, Pfizer Global Manufacturing, National Grid, TEVA Pharmaceuticals, The Wall STreet Journal, LEEDS, Glaxco-SmithKline, Adams Affinity Group, Association of Occupational Nurses, California Association of Women CPA&#8217;s, New Jersey Association of Women CPA&#8217;s, WOMEN Unlimited, Inc, National Association of Women Business Owners</p><p><strong>Special accomplishments: </strong>Often quoted and published on Client intranet sites including Guardian Insurance 2008 Annual Report and NJ Biz</p><p><strong>Member of:</strong> NJAWBO, SHRM, NAFE, National Association of Professional Business Women</p><h5>Companies and Web Presence</h5><p><strong>Company Affiliations:</strong><br /> President and CEO, <a href="http://www.cashmanconsultingllc.com" target="_blank">Cashman Consulting, LLC</a></p><h5>Find out more about Kathleen Cashman here!</h5><p><strong>Contact WomenCentric</strong> to book this speaker or discuss your program needs today. E/M: <a href="mailto:bookaspeaker@WomenCentric.net?subject=I%27m%20interested%20in%20booking%20Kathleen%20Cashman">BookaSpeaker@WomenCentric.net</a> PH: 845-362-7880</p><p style="text-align: center;"><a href="mailto:bookaspeaker@WomenCentric.net?subject=I%27m%20interested%20in%20booking%20Kathleen%20Cashman"><img class="aligncenter" src="../wp-content/themes/default/images/book-button.gif" alt="" width="150" height="69" /></a></p> <script type='text/javascript'>/*<![CDATA[*/new YAHOO.widget.Tooltip("ttt103815005",{context:"ctx_103815005",text:"<p>$1,000 - $3,000. 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With passion, creativity and humor, Pattie delivers multi-faceted benefits to countless students, executives and entrepreneurs.]]></description> <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><span class="pricerange">Fee Options: <a id="ctx_568841888">$-$$*</a></span></p><p>Pattie Simone is an Acclaimed Business Speaker, Writer and Consultant specializing in branding, social media, creative communications and viral marketing. Clients include newbie and growth-track entrepreneurs and diverse academic, corporate and entrepreneurial audiences in America and Europe. Her winning insight, creativity and upbeat approach always informs and inspires, helping diverse audiences get up to speed, tap into their strengths and leverage their accomplishments. Whether coaching CEO&#8217;s, empowering women or sharing strategic, timely tips with diverse audiences, Pattie&#8217;s exceptional skill-based workshops and motivational keynotes are filled with savvy information, imaginative options and a hearty dose of humor. For bulls-eye info on branding, social media, communications, new media or motivational topics, book Pattie Simone today.</p><h5>Popular program topics include:</h5><ul><li>Connect on a Dime: Harnessing the Power of New Media &amp; Social Networking</li><li>Celebrate You! A Woman (or Person) of Influence</li><li>Branding Like the Big Boys for Small Business Success</li><li>Digital Dish: Work the Web for All it’s Worth &amp; Win</li><li>Penny-Pinching Marketing Secrets: Get Your Guerilla Going!</li><li>Insight Into American Small Business Success</li><li>Propel Your Career: Profit from the Power of Personal Branding!</li><li>Winding Paths: Learning from Life&#8217;s Hurdles</li><li><a href="/wp-content/uploads/2009/03/Simone-FlipIt.pdf" target="_blank">Flip for Your Firm!</a></li></ul><h5>Check out Pattie in action:</h5><p><script type='text/javascript' src='http://www.womencentric.net/wp-content/plugins/hana-flv-player/flowplayer/html/flashembed.min.js'></script> <div ><div id='hana_flv_flow_1'>*Video:pattie simone is an acclaimed success strategist &amp;amp; communications activist who helps businesses, entrepreneurs and students get inspired, tap into their strengths and leverage their accomplishments.</div></div> <script type='text/javascript'>flashembed('hana_flv_flow_1',{src:'http://www.womencentric.net/wp-content/plugins/hana-flv-player/flowplayer/FlowPlayerDark.swf',wmode:'transparent',width:320,height:260},{config:{videoFile:'/wp-content/uploads/video/pattie_video.flv',autoPlay:false,loop:false,autoRewind:true,autoBuffering:true,splashImageFile:'/wp-content/uploads/video/pattie_video.jpg',initialScale:'scale'}});</script></p><h5>Speaking Credentials:</h5><p><strong>Appearances on:</strong> ABC and FOX5 TV, Martha Stewart Living Radio on SIRIUS, radio, internet radio, podcasts, webinars</p><p><strong>Speaking engagements: </strong>independently produced seminars, entrepreneurial presentations at national and regional conventions, corporate leadership and career development workshops and teleseminars, and college keynotes in the United States, Great Britain, the Bahamas, France and Denmark.</p><p><strong>Client Roster Includes: </strong>Citigroup, KPMG, Purchase College, Women’s Enterprise Development Center, Center for Women in SC, ANA, National Resume Writer’s Association, Atlantic City Convention &amp; Visitors Authority, Women&#8217;s Business Center in NJ, and the Professional Photographers Society of NY State.</p><p><strong>Special Accomplishments: </strong>Seasoned published journalist who has interviewed activists, designers, authors, lifestyle celebrities and business leaders, including Sr. Helen Prejean (Dead Man Walking), Nicole Miller, Billie Jean King, Indra Nooyi (Pepsico), B Smith, Christopher Lowell, Tom Cavanagh, and Jerry Greenberg (Ben &amp; Jerry). Writing credentials include work for Entrepreneur Media,North Jersey Media Group, WomenEntrepreneur.com, Gannet, The Times Herald-Record, New Jersey Bride Magazine, and The Hudson Valley Business Journal</p><p>Video Reporter for <a title="NewJerseyNewsroom.com" href="http://www.newjerseynewsroom.com/economy/ben-a-jerrys-supports-bergen-countys-united-way">NewJerseyNewsroom.com</a></p><p><strong>Member of: </strong> Newswomen’s Club of NY, The New York Press Club, BMA, AWC, NJAWBO, SheSource, PRSA, AWNY, MHWN, MRCC</p><h5>Companies and Web Presence</h5><div class="alignright" style="margin: 0px 10px 10px 10px;"><object classid="clsid:d27cdb6e-ae6d-11cf-96b8-444553540000" width="206" height="174" codebase="http://download.macromedia.com/pub/shockwave/cabs/flash/swflash.cab#version=6,0,40,0"><param name="bgcolor" value="#FFCCFF" /><param name="flashvars" value="backgroundColor=0xFFCCFF&amp;textColor=0x3F484B&amp;config=http%3A%2F%2Fleaders.thewhitehouseproject.org%2Fmain%2Fbadge%2FshowPlayerConfig%3Fxg_source%3Dbadge%26size%3Dmedium%26username%3D1dip1cc6umtyg" /><param name="src" value="http://static.ning.com/socialnetworkmain/widgets/index/swf/badge.swf?v=201006011115" /><param name="wmode" value="opaque" /><param name="allowfullscreen" value="true" /><embed type="application/x-shockwave-flash" width="206" height="174" src="http://static.ning.com/socialnetworkmain/widgets/index/swf/badge.swf?v=201006011115" allowfullscreen="true" wmode="opaque" flashvars="backgroundColor=0xFFCCFF&amp;textColor=0x3F484B&amp;config=http%3A%2F%2Fleaders.thewhitehouseproject.org%2Fmain%2Fbadge%2FshowPlayerConfig%3Fxg_source%3Dbadge%26size%3Dmedium%26username%3D1dip1cc6umtyg" bgcolor="#FFCCFF"></embed></object><br /> <small><a href="http://leaders.thewhitehouseproject.org">Visit <em>The White House Project</em></a></small></div><p><strong>Company Affiliations:</strong><br /> President, <a href="http://www.write-communications.com">Write-Communications.com</a></p><p>Chief Success Strategist, <a href="http://www.marketing-advantage.net">Marketing-Advantage.net</a></p><p>Founder,<a href="http://www.womencentric.net/"> WomenCentric.net</a></p><p><strong>Need more info?</strong> Google <a href="http://www.google.com/search?q=%22pattie+simone%22">&#8220;Pattie Simone&#8221;</a><br /> <strong>Blogs:</strong> <a href="http://www.write-communications.com/blog">Write-Communications</a>, <a href="http://www.womencentric.net/blog/">WomenCentric</a> and <a title="Marketing-Advantage Blog" href="http://http://www.marketing-advantage.net/blog/">Marketing-Advantage.net</a></p><p><strong>Social Media Outlets: </strong><br /> <a href="http://www.twitter.com/marcomwhiz">Twitter: MarComWhiz</a> l <a title="Twitter SuccessSpeakers" href="http://www.twitter.com/successspeakers/">SuccessSpeakers</a> l <a title="Twitter BizLeader" href="http://www.twitter.com/BizLeader/">BizLeader </a>l <a title="Twitter BizActivist" href="http://www.twitter.com/BizActivist">BizActivist</a> l <a title="Twitter PattieSimone" href="http://www.twitter.com/PattieSimone">PattieSimone</a><br /> You can also catch Pattie on <a href="http://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=813353113&amp;ref=name">Facebook</a>, <a href="http://www.youtube.com/user/pswriter">YouTube</a>, Plinky, Namyz, FastPitch!, <a href="http://www.linkedin.com/in/psimone1writerconsultant">LinkedIn</a></p><p><strong>Book News:</strong> &#8220;SNAP OUT OF IT! Drop-Kick Your Hum-Drum Career for Entrepreneurial Bliss!&#8221; the ultimate lifestyle guide for entrepreneurial women (to publish soon).</p><p>E-book &#8211; <a href="http://www.write-communications.com/write-store/e-books/">Penny-Pinching Marketing Secrets: Big Results for Small Business Success</a>, available August, 2010.</p><h5>Find out more about Pattie Simone here!</h5><p><strong>Contact WomenCentric</strong> to book this speaker or discuss your program needs today<br /> E/M: <a href="mailto:bookaspeaker@WomenCentric.net?subject=I%27m%20interested%20in%20booking%20Pattie%20Simone">BookaSpeaker@WomenCentric.net</a> PH: 845-362-7880</p><p style="text-align: center;"><a href="mailto:bookaspeaker@WomenCentric.net?subject=I%27m%20interested%20in%20booking%20Pattie%20Simone"><img class="aligncenter" src="../wp-content/themes/default/images/book-button.gif" alt="" width="150" height="69" /></a></p> <script type='text/javascript'>/*<![CDATA[*/new YAHOO.widget.Tooltip("ttt568841888",{context:"ctx_568841888",text:"<p>$1,000 - $5,000. 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