Governor Rendell and PA Commission for Women Host Seventh Annual Pennsylvania Governor's Conference for Women

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Thousands of women from across the state gathered today at Pittsburgh's David L. Lawrence Convention Center for the seventh annual Pennsylvania Governor's Conference for Women, co-hosted by Governor Edward G. Rendell and the Pennsylvania Commission for Women.

"In today's challenging environment, we are reminded why a forum like this exists," said Governor Rendell. "The women's conference not only offers the encouragement to tackle today's setbacks, but the tools, skills and networking opportunities to overcome it."

Keynote speakers included Ellen Alemany, CEO of Citizens Financial Group, Inc. and RBS Americas; author Kelly Corrigan; Eve Ensler, award-winning playwright and author of the "The Vagina Monologues"; Jessica Herrin, founder and CEO of Stella & Dot; and, the first female astronaut of color, Mae Jemison.

Keynote speakers included Ellen Alemany, CEO of Citizens Financial Group, Inc. and RBS Americas; author Kelly Corrigan; Eve Ensler, award-winning playwright and author of the "The Vagina Monologues"; Jessica Herrin, founder and CEO of Stella & Dot; and, the first female astronaut of color, Mae Jemison.

The Pennsylvania Governor's Conference for Women is a non-profit, non-partisan, one-day event that features more than 60 renowned speakers sharing inspirational stories and leading seminars on the issues that matter most to women, including health, personal finance, business and entrepreneurship, work/life balance, the environment and more.
The conference also included a Career Fair led by Tory Johnson, "Good Morning America" workplace contributor and CEO of Women For Hire.
The career fair featured workshops on career development and advancement as well as practical advice including one-on-one resume critiquing and "speed mentoring" with local career coaches and executives.
"This year's theme, "Your time is now!' is perfect for the women of Pennsylvania. This one-of-a-kind event provides a great return on investment for the thousands of women looking for the opportunity to continue to grow, learn and succeed," said Leslie Stiles, executive director of the Pennsylvania Commission for Women.

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