A note on this event: Join Carol Hoenig to discuss what it means to be flexible in our ever-changing publishing industry. Carol is an author, President of Carol Hoenig Publishing Consultant, co-owner of On the Road Book Events and co-podcaster on Wildflowers Podcast: Books, Booze and Banter on YouTube. She is presently working on another novel...or two. This Small Group Social is perfect for other authors or career pivitors who want to share stories and brainstorm what's next!

WMG’s small group gatherings are a long-standing tradition and remain one of our most popular program series. This is a wonderful way to facilitate meaningful connections among members. If there is a cost involved in this event, it will be shared equitably amongst attendees. This could mean paying for your own meal at a restaurant or contributing equally to any collective costs, such as wine, that benefit the group as a whole. If you have any specific questions, please reach out to the host directly. All member contact information can be found in the Member Directory.

Email us at info@womensmediagroup.org with any questions.

Thursday, September 19, 6:00-7:00 p.m. ET

Free for WMG members; $15 for non-members (Zoom) 

Join us for a tips-filled hour about improving the discoverability of your books, media, services, websites, or other content in a modern, noisy AI-powered marketplace.

Among the topics we'll cover:

• What is discoverability and why is it important?

• What are the discoverability tools? 

• How is AI changing discoverability and SEO? 

• What is GEO?

Panelists:

Claire Holloway is Manager of Publisher Relations for OCLC and the chairperson of the Book Industry Study Group’s Metadata Committee. Before making a mid-life decision to turn her focus to the library space, Claire had worked in editorial and production roles at McGraw-Hill and Oxford University Press and was most recently the Metadata and Ebook Services manager for Baker & Taylor Publisher Services. 

Jessica Lachhar (Flareau) is the Senior Manager of SEO & Affiliate Marketing at Barnes & Noble. She has worked in SEO for 10 years with additional experience in organic social media marketing, A/B testing, and affiliate marketing. She enjoys the ever changing landscape of digital marketing, working on both the content and technical sides of SEO, and keeping up with search trends.

Sarah McNaughton is a journalist-turned-SEO-and-content-strategist. She recently founded McNaughton Digital Media, a full-service content strategy and SEO consulting agency that helps businesses and individuals improve their websites and online visibility. Prior to McNaughton Digital Media, Sarah worked at Livestrong.com, Bauer Xcel Media, Hearst, and Everyday Health. Connect with her on LinkedIn here.

Christy Mirabal has worked for companies such as SiriusXM, Sony Music Entertainment, Stitcher, Panoply Media, Frederator Networks Inc., HarperCollins Publishers, and Bloomsbury. She has a proven track record of building and leading marketing teams, optimizing costs, and increasing audience engagement and brand visibility across high-profile shows, brands, and platforms.

Moderator:

Bridget Marmion spent over a decade each at FSG, Random House and Houghton Mifflin Harcourt, mostly as SVP of Marketing. Bridget now runs a full-service marketing firm, Bridget Marmion Book Marketing LLC.  She is also on the BISG board, on the BISG Metadata Committee, and on the advisory board of Pace University Masters in Publishing Program. 

All proceeds from this event support the Women's Media Group Educational Foundation.

Refund Policy

• Earlier than 24 hours before the event: If you know you'll be unable to use your ticket more than 24 hours before an event, you can request a full refund by emailing info@womensmediagroup.org, OR you can donate the fee to the nonprofit Women's Media Group Educational Foundation by not requesting a refund.
• Within 24 hours before an event: No refunds. These ticket fees will automatically be converted to a donation to the Women's Media Group Educational Foundation.

Tuesday, September 24, 12:00-1:00 p.m. ET

Free for WMG members; $15 for non-members (Zoom) 

As women, our thinking, mindsets, and behaviors have been shaped by societal influences that often prevent us from reaching our full potential, leaving us feeling undervalued, underpaid, and unsupported in our growth. 

Using her deep research on Latina women as a model for all women, Valeria Aloe will address the entrenched remnants of machismo, colorism, scarcity, and ideas about femininity that have impacted all of us.

During this dynamic session, Valeria will:

• Address how to become a courageous leader committed to changing mindsets and transforming workplaces tailored women’s unique cultural needs.
• Highlight key catalysts for growth such as building authentic professional brands, confidently advocating for your ideas, creating a supportive network of mentors and sponsors, and balancing multiple demands of work and family.
• Explain how to apply science-based methods to foster your own lasting mindset and behavioral transformation.

A special segment of this session will offer an insightful overview of the Latino market and mindset in celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month.

This is a⚡️️️WMG Power Hour️⚡️️ event! WMG Power Hours are part of a series of events focused on diversity and inclusion that will help members learn more about our diversified society and enhance our abilities to be supportive women, colleagues, citizens, and allies.

About the Speaker:

Valeria Aloe is an author, speaker, and expert on the Latino mindset and market. Her writing and keynotes have empowered thousands of Latinas and other multicultural women who, like her, are the first in their families to navigate professional spaces. Originally from Argentina, Valeria moved to the U.S. in 2002 to earn her MBA from Dartmouth's Tuck School of Business. With 20 years of experience in brand management and marketing strategy at global companies such as Procter & Gamble, Citibank, TIAA, and PricewaterhouseCoopers, she transitioned to a career as an author and speaker. She published Uncolonized Latinas in 2022, and her latest book, Unbeatable Latinas, is set to launch this October.

All proceeds from this event support the Women's Media Group Educational Foundation.

Refund Policy

• Earlier than 24 hours before the event: If you know you'll be unable to use your ticket more than 24 hours before an event, you can request a full refund by emailing info@womensmediagroup.org, OR you can donate the fee to the nonprofit Women's Media Group Educational Foundation by not requesting a refund.
• Within 24 hours before an event: No refunds. These ticket fees will automatically be converted to a donation to the Women's Media Group Educational Foundation.

A note from your host: Let's get to know each other while learning about some of the women—both those celebrated and those mostly unknown—who played a role in the history and art of Central Park. The group will stop for an optional take-out lunch at the Dockside Restaurant.

Note: the rain date for this event is Sunday, September 29, at 10:30 a.m.

WMG’s small group gatherings are a long-standing tradition and remain one of our most popular program series. This is a wonderful way to facilitate meaningful connections among members. If there is a cost involved in this event, it will be shared equitably amongst attendees. This could mean paying for your own meal at a restaurant or contributing equally to any collective costs, such as wine, that benefit the group as a whole. If you have any specific questions, please reach out to the host directly. All member contact information can be found in the Member Directory.

Email us at info@womensmediagroup.org with any questions.

Wednesday, October 9, 12:00-1:00 p.m. ET

Free for WMG members; $15 for non-members (Zoom)

Learn how to become a confident speaker who captivates and motivates audiences with authentic stories. This interactive virtual session will help you harness the power of your personal stories and transform them into inspiring presentations that resonate deeply. You will leave feeling empowered to share your story from the stage, aided by practical tips for booking more speaking engagements.

Key takeaways:

• Unearth and shape your personal crisis stories into engaging narratives

• Feel more confident that you have a message worth telling

• Understand how to book more speaking engagements

This is a ✏️WMG Lunch & Learn✏️ event! WMG Lunch & Learns are part of a series of midday events designed to help you learn, grow, and connect in only 60 minutes. This presentation is fully interactive to give participants opportunities to share their voices. 

About the speaker:

Aleya Harris is a trailblazer in purpose-driven story crafting. She is a marketing executive and ex-Google Vendor Partner who brings her dynamic experience to her role as the CEO of The Evolution Collective Inc. Aleya is a StoryBrand Certified Guide, international award-winning speaker, the founder and lead trainer of Spark the Stage ™, and the host of the award-winning Flourishing Entrepreneur Podcast. She is also the author of the upcoming book Spark the Stage: Master the Art of Professional Speaking and Authentic Storytelling to Captivate, Inspire, and Transform Your Audience. Her unique approach as a Strategic Storytelling Consultant has revolutionized the way businesses communicate, transforming workplace cultures and market positioning. With her dynamic energy and proven methodologies, Aleya guides clients to unlock their potential, articulate their radically authentic stories, and achieve unparalleled success.

All proceeds from this event support the Women's Media Group Educational Foundation.

Refund Policy

• Earlier than 24 hours before the event: If you know you'll be unable to use your ticket more than 24 hours before an event, you can request a full refund by emailing info@womensmediagroup.org, OR you can donate the fee to the nonprofit Women's Media Group Educational Foundation by not requesting a refund.
• Within 24 hours before an event: No refunds. These ticket fees will automatically be converted to a donation to the Women's Media Group Educational Foundation.

A note on this event: Join literary agent Madeleine Morel at her charming Upper West Side apartment for wine and cheese and the opportunity to get to know other WMG members and talk about collecting.  Madeleine collects mid-century lamps and furniture; she also has a fondness for clocks and art and is expert at shopping on 1st Dibs – which furnished much of her apartment. What do you like to collect?  Feel free to bring samples whether it’s jewelry, books, porcelain or whatever strikes your fancy.  This will be a fun and animated evening.  

WMG’s small group gatherings are a long-standing tradition and remain one of our most popular program series. This is a wonderful way to facilitate meaningful connections among members. If you have any specific questions, please reach out to the host directly. All member contact information can be found in the Member Directory.

Refund Policy

• Earlier than 24 hours before the event: If you know you'll be unable to use your ticket more than 24 hours before an event, you can request a full refund by emailing info@womensmediagroup.org, OR you can donate the fee to the nonprofit Women's Media Group Educational Foundation by not requesting a refund.
• Within 24 hours before an event: No refunds. These ticket fees will automatically be converted to a donation to the Women's Media Group Educational Foundation.

A note on this event: 

Join WMG Programming Chair Jane Wesman at the NYU’s newly imagined Grey Art Museum for an intimate tour of  Make Way for Berthe Weill. Discover the extraordinary career of the first woman modern-art dealer who worked with greats like Picasso, Modigliani, and Matisse in Paris. More than five years in the making, this exhibition is the passion project of Jane’s close friend Lynn Gumpert, the Museum’s Director. The exhibit includes 80 paintings many displayed at Weill’s gallery during the first four decades of the 20th century. After the tour, attendees are invited to gather at The Standard Hotel across the street for a post-tour cocktail chat and informal networking.

WMG’s small group gatherings are a long-standing tradition and remain one of our most popular program series. This is a wonderful way to facilitate meaningful connections among members. If there is a cost involved in this event, it will be shared equitably amongst attendees. This could mean paying for your own meal at a restaurant or contributing equally to any collective costs, such as wine, that benefit the group as a whole. If you have any specific questions, please reach out to the host directly. All member contact information can be found in the Member Directory.

ll proceeds from this event support the Women's Media Group Educational Foundation.

Refund Policy

• Earlier than 24 hours before the event: If you know you'll be unable to use your ticket more than 24 hours before an event, you can request a full refund by emailing info@womensmediagroup.org, OR you can donate the fee to the nonprofit Women's Media Group Educational Foundation by not requesting a refund.
• Within 24 hours before an event: No refunds. These ticket fees will automatically be converted to a donation to the Women's Media Group Educational Foundation.