ReturnshipSM program

In conjunction with the Goldman Sachs New DirectionsSM initiative the firm is proud to launch our signature ReturnshipSM program. A ReturnshipSM is a full-time, 8 week internship-like program for women who are returning to the workforce after an extended voluntary career break and are interested in pursuing a new career path. The program targets on-rampers who want to “transition” into an area/division/industry outside of their past experiences. The ReturnshipSM program intends to provide women with hands on guidance and coaching on how to make a successful transition back into the workforce; bring them up to speed on changes in the industry while they were out; and facilitate networking opportunities with other women. After successful completion of a ReturnshipSM participants will be well prepared to re-enter the workforce as they move on to the next step in their career.

If you or anyone you know is interested in being considered for the program, please complete the application by August 1, 2008.

Feel free to forward this invitation to friends, family, or former colleagues who may be interested in the ReturnshipSM program.

For more information please contact Monica Marquez at 1-917-343-7204 or monica.marquez@gs.com

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Real Return USA? The Inflation Linked Products Conference

Real Return USA: The Euromoney Inflation Linked Products Conference is the only independent and editorially driven event about these financial instruments. Last year, Real Return USA brought together over 200 investors, issuers and market makers to discuss the future of inflation linked products, and this year will be even better.

Topics that will be debated include:

* The outlook for Inflation? How real are inflationary pressures? Where are they coming from? Do central banks have the right tools to combat inflation?
* The TIPS Market? Has the Treasury got this right? What drives investors? Breakeven modeling.
* Investing in inflation? Discovering and measuring inflation in your portfolio. Choosing the right index. Inflation derivatives. Relative value
To apply for an invitation to this event, or for more information

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SIBOS 2008

Our industry has faced considerable turmoil since Sibos in Boston. This year in Vienna, we will reflect on the implications and consider the opportunities of this fast-changing landscape.

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Casino Royale at The Gherkin (Swiss Re Centre)

Join us for a sumptuous buffet and drinks as we play Casino Royale in the fabulous Gherkin building, where the views over London will take your breath away.

Proceeds from the event go to Ovacome – the ovarian cancer support network, the charity supporting those affected by ovarian cancer – 1230’s charity for 2008.

Thanks to generous sponsorship by Abbey Business Centres, The Gherkin, usually only open to staff and their guests, is the venue for not one, but two 1230 ticket only* events -1230 Diamonds are Forever! in association with Frank Usher Fashion, and 1230 Casino Royale (open to guys as well) booked separately. Why not book both and stay in London over night at a nearby hotel.

Bookings have already been made for these events. This is a rare opportunity to enter The Gherkin – don’t miss out, book now!

Booking deadline – 11 September

To Register and for more information

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Women in Games 2008

This year’s Women in Games conference is being hosted jointly by the Department of Computer Science,University of Warwick and Rare Ltd. This is as a really exciting opportunity to get together with a wide mix of both academic and industrial participants (both male and female!) and to focus on issues relating to games industry and research, but with a particular emphasis on issues relating to the current gender imbalance. The conference covers all aspects of games but this year (given the interests of the Warwick Computer Science Department) they’re focusing on the technology aspects: getting women into Computer Science education, getting women into games programming.

Keynote Speakers:

Sara de Freitas (Serious Games)

Karen Brennan (Scratch, MIT)

Paulina Bozek (Sony)

Karen Clark (Bioware)

Eileen Brown (Microsoft)

*Deadline now extended to Monday 23rd June.

Contact nicola@womeningames.com for more information.

To Register

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Leadership America – National Women Leaders Summit

Leadership America, one of the nation’s oldest national program for the development of executive-level women, will launch a series of regional leader summits to uncover the “Next Big Thing” in women’s leadership development.

In addition to exploring opinions on current leadership development program content, the women will be led through a real-time survey and open dialogue session asking what skills they need from a leadership program to aid in their successful rise up the corporate ladder.

Purpose of the National Women Leaders Summit Series is to:

* Evaluate women’s leadership development programming spanning the last 25 years.
* Assess tools and vehicles needed for today’s successful women leaders.
* Define existing barriers to women’s advancement today.

AGENDA FOR EACH SUMMIT: Breakfast, Panel discussion with heads of women leadership groups, survey, leadership journey activity, small group discussions, and evaluation session.

National Women Leaders Summit Series dates and cities:
— Monday, September 8 Omni Hotel Chicago – Chicago, Ill.
— Thursday, September 11 Omni Hotel Shoreham – Washington, D.C.
— Thursday, September 18 Omni Hotel San Francisco – San Francisco, C A
— Friday, September 19 Omni Hotel Los Angeles – Los Angeles, Calif.
— Saturday, October 11 Omni Hotel Mandalay – Irving, Texas (Dallas)

For more information on these events please contact:
Haley Curry, 214-915-0871
haley.curry@thewomensmuseum.org

RSVP with your name and the name of your mentee to Jesusita Santillan at jesusita.santillan@thewomensmuseum.org or call 214-647-6105

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Best of Congress Awards Breakfast

Working Mother Media and Corporate Voices for Working Families will be holding the Best of Congress Awards Breakfast to celebrate the visionary individuals who are working to improving the quality of life for working families by partnering with business to create long-term solutions to work-life issues.

The event will take place on September 10, 2008 in Washington, DC where we will present U.S. Senators and members of the U.S. House of Representatives with the “Best of Congress” award. Winners will be profiled in the August/September 2008 issue of Working Mother Magazine.

Come join us as we salute these forward-thinking men and women and show your support for their efforts and dedication!

To Register

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TechLeaders: Realizing Your Vision for Women of Color

TechLeaders: Realizing Your Vision for Women of Color is an exciting new workshop offering by the Anita Borg Institute. National Science Foundation Research shows that women of color (Asian/Asian-American, Black/African-American, Hispanic/Latina and American Indian) earn less than 9.4% computer science and 7.1% engineering bachelors degrees and are all but absent from the most senior technology positions in industry and academia. ABI is committed to addressing the need for networking, mentoring, and leadership development opportunities for women of color which studies have shown help them to achieve the highest levels of success in their technical fields.

This two-day workshop specifically designed for entry to mid-level technical women of color in academia and industry provides skills to help increase participants’ scope and influence while defining and building their technical vision, as well as the opportunity to network and deepen their relationships with other women of color in the technical community. If you identify as a technical woman of color, join us to learn how break down barriers to advancement and take the next step in your career! If you would like a list of ways to approach your manager about the workshop, check out our 5 Tips to Convince Your Boss to send you to TechLeaders: Realizing Your Vision for Women of Color.

To Register and for more information

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How to Get the Salary You Deserve

This workshop will concentrate on the issue of getting the salary you deserve (and even more), and the necessary aspects of achieving this.

According to the Greater London Authority (February 2008) women are still paid up to 23% less than men, and in part time jobs the figures are even worse.

Waiting for companies and HR departments to offer you the best pay-rise is usually not the right approach to increase your income.

This workshop will show you what YOU can do to achieve short-term and long-term increase in your income.

Areas which will be covered:
• Successful negotiating skills including research on your worth and preparation for THE meeting
• Effective career planning for sustainable income development and promotions
• Tricks on how to “play the game” right

There will also be time to ask specific questions and talk through different scenarios.

If you would like more information or to book a place please contact at slilley@womenin.co.uk or on 020 7422 9213

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FIA and OIC New York Equity Options Conference

The options industry has experienced phenomenal growth in the last few years, a testament to the effectiveness of options as a risk management tool used both by retail and institutional customers.

The Options Industry Council and the Futures Industry Association have partnered to coordinate the third New York Equity Options Conference. Last year, more than 350 delegates representing more than 138 firms attended, including representatives from brokerage firms, funds, exchanges, regulatory organizations, law firms, service organizations, and members of the press.

Exhibiting Companies:

American Stock Exchange,
Ballista,
Boston Options Exchange,
Chicago Board Options Exchange,
International Securities Exchange,
iVolatility,
LIM Logical Information Machines,
NASDAQ OMX,
The Options Clearing Corp,
RTS Realtime Systems, Inc.,
thinkorswim Institutional,
TAG,
Trade Alert LLC,
Vtrader Pro, LLC

To Register

To view the program click here

No refunds will be made after August 22, 2008; however, substitutions may be made at any time. Cancellations, substitutions and changes must be made in writing and sent to FIA at kmerrick@futuresindustry.org or fax number 202.296.3184. Cancellations are subject to a $75 administrative fee. Program subject to change without notice.

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