Jennifer Holmberg: Bridging the Gap: Communicating Across Generations in Today’s Workplace
Never before have so many generations worked side by side. From seasoned Traditionalists to digital-native Gen Zers, today’s workforce reflects a dynamic blend of life experiences, cultural references and communication styles. This rich diversity offers organizations immense potential — but only if we learn how to bridge the generational divide. Whether you’re onboarding a Gen […]
Own Your Life, Own Your Career – The Unexpected Path to Your Career Success: July 2025 Business Women’s Forum
At the July 2025 Business Women’s Forum, attendees were challenged to rethink the status quo and take a fresh look at career development. The session opened with a simple but powerful question: How do you feel about yourself? This led to a discussion about how self-perception directly impacts professional growth. Presenter Katy Blommer, founder of […]
Maren Anderson: Building Career Resilience and Reframing Failure
The need or desire to change your career can feel like a failure. We are taught to never say die, to persevere, persist and never stop swinging for the fences…but not every route we take is destined for success. Sometimes, the only way to find a true career fit or personal fulfillment is to experience […]
Alicia Gleed: The Power of Community: Why We Can’t Thrive Alone
We’ve all heard the phrase, “No man is an island.” For a long time, I brushed it off without much thought. But lately, it’s been resonating with me more than ever. We need people, we need community, to truly thrive.
The word community literally means “a feeling of fellowship with others as a result of sharing common attitudes, interests and goals.” So why is community so important?
As I explored this question, I came across numerous articles emphasizing the vital role community plays in our overall well-being. According to the National Library of Medicine, our sense of belonging to a community is directly linked to our mental and physical health.
Alexx Goeller: Maternity Leave is Not a Vacation
I recently had a beautiful baby boy and took 12 weeks of maternity leave to begin adjusting to this radical life shift. I’m grateful to have had any paid time off (still a rarity in the U.S.), though in many comparable countries, at least six months of paid leave is considered standard. Twelve weeks simply isn’t enough time to truly bond with your newborn or recover from childbirth. On top of the physical recovery, you’re also mentally preparing to be this new person trying to re-enter the working world you once occupied.
Connecting Your Personal Brand with Your Soul: May 2025 Business Women’s Forum
At the May 2025 Business Women’s Forum, attendees were encouraged to look inward and align their personal brand with who they truly are. The inspiring session was centered on the idea that building a brand starts from within — not from a title or a to-do list, but from clarity, purpose and authenticity.
Isabelle Caiozzo: You’re Not “Too Much”: Why Passionate Women Make Powerful Leaders
At some point, many of us have been told we’re too something. Too intense. Too emotional. Too loud. Too ambitious. It’s as if the very traits that fuel our success become liabilities the moment they make others uncomfortable.
I love dragonflies. Watching them dance in the evening or sparkle in the sun is magic.
Dragonflies are pure inspiration. They don’t just climb into a chrysalis then emerge a little later, fully formed. These beauties molt, and molt, and molt again, over and over until they’ve reached their best stage. They move from eggs to larva to nymph to teneral. Adults who have reached Emergence still aren’t done. Their first adult flight will be shaky, and cover just a few yards. Their colors are pale and weak.
Kelly Lake: Thank You, Next!
Make each decade rich with experiences and perhaps you can live a handful of lives before you are done. James Clear, Atomic Habits
I love dragonflies. Watching them dance in the evening or sparkle in the sun is magic.
Dragonflies are pure inspiration. They don’t just climb into a chrysalis then emerge a little later, fully formed. These beauties molt, and molt, and molt again, over and over until they’ve reached their best stage. They move from eggs to larva to nymph to teneral. Adults who have reached Emergence still aren’t done. Their first adult flight will be shaky, and cover just a few yards. Their colors are pale and weak.
Business Women’s Forum: The Power of Networking
Networking is a cornerstone of personal and professional growth, and the Business Women’s Forum (BWF) excels at creating meaningful opportunities to connect. Whether you’re just starting in your career or are a seasoned professional, networking at BWF opens doors to new possibilities, strengthens your confidence and builds relationships that last a lifetime. Interactive Networking ActivitiesOne […]
Building a Stronger Workforce Through Health, Wellness and Family Support
At the January 28, 2025, Business Women’s Forum, attendees heard from a panel of experts featuring business leaders from A Bolder Way Forward, Regence BlueCross BlueShield of Utah and the Kem C. Gardner Policy Institute at the University of Utah. The panel emphasized the importance of mental health and wellness in the workforce and how understanding and prioritizing these issues can drive business success.