We’re excited to announce the launch of our WIB–Capital Region MAPS Peer Group, led by Lisa Matovcik and Julie J. Ahn, starting September 10, 2025. This monthly virtual series is designed to build leadership skills, foster professional connections, and support one another’s career journeys. Meetings will be held on the second Wednesday of each month from 7:00 to 8:00 p.m. This program is for WIB members only (click here to join).

Kickoff Agenda – September 10, 2025
Topic: Elevator Pitch and Branding/Marketing Statement
1. Introductions – What I Want Out of this Group
2. Icebreaker – “Something I am good at” (carry it through each session)
3. Book/Podcast Suggestions – opportunity to do this at each session

Upcoming Dates/Topics
Oct 8, 2025: Executive Presence
Nov 12, 2025: Negotiating
Dec 10, 2025: Branding/Marketing Statement
Jan 14, 2026: The Double-Edged Clock – The paradox of women’s age and perception in corporate America (Guest speaker: Kelly Griffin)
Feb 11, 2026: Book Club – Labwork to Leadership: A concise guide to thriving in the science job you weren’t trained for by Jen Heemstra (2025) Harvard Univ. Press; Part 1: Self-Leadership

Note: By registering for this event, you will be registered for all events in the series. Beginning in October, group leaders will contact you directly with updates on the remaining events.

Disclaimer: This event may be recorded, and your image and/or voice may be included in that recording. If you are uncomfortable, please be sure to turn off your webcam.

Pricing Information

• Members: Free
• Non-Members*: N/A (members-only)

*Not a Member? Click here to learn about the benefits of a WIB Membership — access to our video library, mentorship groups, and more.