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December First Friday Virtual Chat
Join us for our First Friday Virtual Chat on December 4! Our discussion will be related to self care, personally and professionally heading into an uncertain holiday season and new year.

(Virtual Book Club) Ellevate Twin Cities Book Club: #GIRLBOSS
We are going to wrap up 2020 with #GIRLBOSS by Sophia Amoruso. Read the whole book, a chapter or the summary, come and discuss how YOU can trust your instincts to become a #GIRLBOSS!

November First Friday Virtual Chat
2020 has been a whirlwind of unwelcome surprise. This month, we'll talk about coping, and courage, when handling uncertainty. We'll share stories and wisdom with each other. Sarita Parikh will host.

October First Friday Virtual Chat
Join us for our Virtual Chat on October 2! Our discussion, hosted by Jen Swanson, will talk about networking in a quarantine!

Virtual Executive Council & Innovator Breakfast Series
Join us with your coffee in hand to explore the topic of How to Help your Personal Brand Stand Out with speaker Kelli Williams.

September First Friday Virtual Chat
Join us for a VIRTUAL First Friday coffee meetup on September 4! Our discussion, hosted by one of our chapter volunteer leaders, will be related to professional/personal growth.

(Virtual Book Club) Ellevate Twin Cities Book Club: Becoming
Out pick for a great summer read is Becoming by Michelle Obama. Read the whole book, a chapter or the summary, come and discuss how YOU are Becoming!

First Friday Coffee VIRTUAL CHAT
Join us for a VIRTUAL First Friday coffee meetup on August 7! Join leadership team member Jen Swanson to talk about what it means to be in something for the "long haul."

St. Paul July Last Friday Coffee MeetupCancelled
Join us for our Last Friday coffee meetup on July 31! Our discussion, hosted by one of our chapter volunteer leaders, will be related to professional/personal growth (specifics coming soon!)

Postponed - Paint & Sip at Pinot's PalleteCancelled
You're invited to a private "Paint and Sip" event at Pinot's Pallette, where we will enjoy an evening of community and artistic creativity.

Minneapolis June First Friday Coffee MeetupCancelled
Join us for our First Friday coffee meetup on June 5! Our discussion, hosted by one of our chapter volunteer leaders, will be related to professional/personal growth (specifics coming soon!)

St. Paul May Last Friday Coffee MeetupCancelled
Join us for our Last Friday coffee meetup on May 29! Our discussion, hosted by one of our chapter volunteer leaders, will be related to professional/personal growth (specifics coming soon!)

[Virtual Community Meeting] Ellevate Twin Cities Book Club: Dare to Lead
Our next pick is Dare to Lead: Brave Work. Tough Conversations. Whole Hearts. by Brené Brown. Read the whole book, a chapter or the summary, come and discuss how YOU can step up and LEAD!

Member Showcase Dinner with Andrea Klemm from Optum/UHGCancelled
Join us for our May Member Showcase Dinner at the beautiful Women's Club of Minneapolis, featuring Andrea Klemm, Senior Director of Consumer Strategy and Alignment at Optum.

Minneapolis May First Friday Coffee MeetupCancelled
Join us for our First Friday coffee meetup on May 1! Our discussion, hosted by one of our chapter volunteer leaders, will be related to professional/personal growth (specifics coming soon!)

St. Paul April Last Friday Coffee MeetupCancelled
Join us for our Last Friday coffee meetup on April 24! Our discussion, hosted by one of our chapter volunteer leaders, will be related to professional/personal growth (specifics coming soon!)

Minneapolis April First Friday Coffee MeetupCancelled
Join us for our First Friday coffee meetup on April 3! Our discussion, hosted by one of our chapter volunteer leaders, will be related to professional/personal growth (specifics coming soon!)

St. Paul March Last Friday Coffee MeetupCancelled
Join us for our Last Friday coffee meetup on March 27! Our discussion, hosted by one of our chapter volunteer leaders, will be related to professional/personal growth (specifics coming soon!)

Executive Council & Innovator Breakfast Series Cancelled
Join us for breakfast and explore the topic of Money Values & Beliefs with speaker Jayne Ellegard.

Minneapolis March First Friday Coffee Meetup
Join us for our First Friday coffee meetup on March 6! Our discussion, hosted by one of our chapter volunteer leaders, will be related to professional/personal growth (specifics coming soon!)

March Member Showcase Dinner: #RaiseHerVoice Story Slam
Raise Her Voice: Untold Stories of Women in the Workplace is a special International Women’s Day initiative focused on the celebration of the incredible voices within the Ellevate community.

St. Paul February Last Friday Coffee Meetup
Join us for our Last Friday coffee meetup on February 28! Our discussion, hosted by one of our chapter volunteer leaders, will be related to professional/personal growth (specifics coming soon!)

Ellevate Twin Cities Book Club: Brave Not Perfect
Our first pick of 2020 is Brave, Not Perfect: Fear Less, Fail More, and Live Bolder by Reshma Saujani. Read the whole book, a chapter or the summary, come and discuss how YOU can be BRAVE!

Minneapolis February First Friday Coffee Meetup
Join us for our First Friday coffee meetup on February 7! Our discussion, hosted by one of our chapter volunteer leaders, will be related to professional/personal growth (specifics coming soon!)

National Girls and Women in Sports Day Initaitive
How do we build confident, gritty, gutsy girls who aren't afraid to fail? Find out! For Moms, Teachers, Coaches, Aunties, and Dads too!

Being Ambitious and Happy, at the Same Time: A Panel Discussion
How do successful women stay centered and keep joy in their lives-in the midst of work that can be stressful, demanding, and unpredictable? Join us for stories and guidance from successful executives.

St. Paul Janaury Last Friday Coffee Meetup
Join us for our Last Friday coffee meetup on January 31! Our discussion, hosted by one of our chapter volunteer leaders, will be focused on women, leadership and power. What does "power" mean to you?

Networking Happy Hour
Been thinking about checking out Ellevate? Join us as we kick off our year with an informal networking event designed for new and returning Ellevate members!

Let's Talk: Women and Taxes
Do you have burning questions about your personal or small business taxes? Join us for a morning networking and panel discussion featuring tax and retirement plan experts.

Minneapolis January First Friday Coffee Meetup
Our First Friday coffee meetup of 2020! Sarita Parikh (a chapter volunteer leader), will lead a group discussion on 2020 goals and what you need to achieve your goals this year!