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Stanford Professional Women 2008-2009 Kick-Off Event
Obstacles and Solutions for Women in Silicon Valley
Caroline Simard, Ph.D.
Director of Research
Anita Borg Institute for Women and Technology

Monday, September 15, 2008
6:30pm - 9:00pm
Frances C. Arrillaga Alumni Center, Stanford Campus

Dr. Caroline Simard will kick off the 2008-2009 SPW year by presenting new data about the obstacles facing women in Silicon Valley and the solutions to their retention and advancement. The Anita Borg Institute for Women and Technology, in partnership with the Clayman Institute for Gender Research at Stanford University, is concluding a major study on the obstacles and success factors facing women in the technology industry entitled: Climbing the Technical Ladder: Obstacles and Solutions for Mid-Level Women in Technology. This groundbreaking study compares the experiences of men and women in high tech companies and offers solid strategies to break down the barriers to women's advancement.

At our SPW kickoff event, Dr. Simard will present new insights on the status of women in technology companies, the obstacles they face in their careers, and what strategies work to retain and advance them. Her talk will also provide keen insight and examples of proven strategies that women have implemented to advance their careers.

About the Speaker: Dr. Simard, a Stanford alumna with a doctorate in communication studies, is an expert on organizational behavior, gender, the diffusion of innovation, regional clusters of innovation, and the high-technology industry. Dr. Simard is the Director of Research for The Anita Borg Institute for Women and Technology which provides resources and programs to help industry, academia, and government recruit, retain, and develop women leaders in high-tech.

We hope you will be able to join us for what promises to be an interesting and informative night. The evening will begin with a networking reception for SPW members and guests, with filling hors d'oeuvres, wine bar, and desserts, followed by our speaker. There will be a Q&A period at the end of the talk during which you will be able to ask Dr. Simard specific questions on topics that interest you.

Event Details

What:		Obstacles and Solutions for Women in Silicon Valley [Networking, food, wine, other beverages, speaker]
When:		Monday, September 15, 2008, 6:30-9:00pm Agenda: 6:30-7:30PM Registration 6:30-7:30PM Reception and Networking 7:30-8:30PM Speaker Presentation 8:30-9:00PM Q&A
Where:		McCaw Hall, The Arrillaga Alumni Center at Stanford 326 Galvez Street, Stanford, CA Directions: From 101 take Embarcadero Road into the campus. Embarcadero Road turns into Galvez once you are on campus. The Frances C. Arrillaga Alumni Center is on the right hand side of Galvez just after you cross Campus Drive. Parking: After 4 PM there are no parking restrictions (other than emergency/handicap). There is parking across the street from the alumni center, at the track house on the corner of Campus and Galvez, and on Memorial Way.
Cost:		Option 1: $50 for Event Admission and 2008-09 Membership Save $10 on this event by renewing/joining SPW at this time Event Admission + 2008-09 Membership: ($30 event + $30 membership) Option 2: $40 for Event Admission and 2008-09 Membership for Members of Stanford classes 1999-2008 Save $10 by joining/renewing at this time. Event Admission + 2008-09 Membership: ($30 event + $20 membership) Option 3: $30 for Event Admission for Current SPW Members & Guests of SPW Members Option 4: $20 Event Admission for Members of Stanford classes 1999-2008 All ticket options include food, beverages, wine, desserts and the Program.
RSVP Deadline:		10 AM on Thursday, September 11, 2008 Registration and payment for this event will be accepted online only. Click here to register. Advance registration is required; no walk-ins accepted.
Questions:		Email Nancy.
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