MEDIA ADVISORY, June 18, 2004 (PRIMEZONE) --
WHAT: The Association for Women in Technology, Southern
California (AWT) is a local non-profit organization
dedicated to serving the advancement of women and girls in
all fields of technology. Continuing the effort to recognize
female leaders in Orange County, the AWT will hold its
second quarterly Women's Leadership Forum of 2004 at the
Center Club in Costa Mesa, Calif. on June 22, 2004 from 5:30
p.m. to 9:00 p.m. AWT's WTL Forum provides an ongoing
platform for leaders throughout Southern California's
technology industry to share their experiences. This
quarter's forum will include a unique panel presentation
featuring three successful, high-ranking women including:
- Charlene A. Davidson, CEO of Viewtrade
(www.viewtrade.com), a leader in developing and
delivering technology advantaged trading platforms and
financial products.
- Natalie Wynne Pace, CEO of iSophia.com
(www.iSophia.com) a leading women's investment network.
- Dawn Martin, CIO and EVP of Westcorp/WFS Financial
(www.westcorpinc.com), Westcorp is a California based
holding company whole principal subsidiaries include
WFS Financial, one of the nation's leading automobile
lenders, and Western Financial Bank, a federally
chartered and insured savings and loan.
The women will share stories of the challenges, choices and
commitment issues they have faced in their technology
careers. AWT members and guests are invited to attend.
The cost of the forum is as follows: $15.00 for AWT members
who register on-line, $20.00 for AWT members at the door,
$25.00 for guests who register online and $30.00 for
non-members at the door. Registration is available on-line
at www.awtsocal.org. If you have any questions about this
event, please contact Joanne Smith at Joanne@awtsocal.org
with "AWT June 22 Event" in the subject line.
WHO: The Association for Women in Technology, Southern California
is a local non-profit organization dedicated to serving the
advancement of women and girls in all fields of technology.
As a dynamic organization for learning, entrepreneurship and
mentorship opportunities, AWT bridges the gap between
industry, education and community institutions and continues
to strengthen the fabric of the Southern California
technology region. The organization holds meetings and
events on a regular basis, attracting women in every area of
technology, from those just entering the field to senior
level management and technology innovators. To learn more
about AWT, please visit the group's website at
www.awtsocal.org or contact Cynthia Cotteta at 949-496-1200
or cynthia@awtsocal.org for more information.
WHEN: Tuesday, June 22, 2004
6:00-9:00 p.m.
WHERE: Center Club
650 Town Center Drive
Garden Level
Costa Mesa, CA 92626