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A First Look at the Women on the Move Leadership Conference
from FW January 2022
by Forsyth Mags
BY TARYN JEREZ
Mark your calendar and get excited because Forsyth Woman Magazines’ “Women on the Move” initiative comes to life through its first-ever leadership conference on Monday, March 28th, 2022! Attendees can expect to take part in an inspiring and empowering event at the gorgeous Winmock at Kinderton in Bermuda Run surrounded by a community of women ready to learn and grow both personally and professionally.
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EMPOWERING OUR COMMUNITY OF WOMEN
Forsyth Woman has brought together an incredible group of local leading ladies from those in business, to owners and entrepreneurs, for a day full of impactful presentations, networking, shopping, food & drinks, and much more. “Forsyth Woman is thrilled to be hosting this conference! We feel it perfectly aligns with our mission of celebrating women,” said Brooke Eagle, Publisher of Forsyth Woman magazine. “We knew we wanted to name the conference after our most popular and renowned column. ‘Women on the Move’ has highlighted the incredible accomplishments of women in our community since Forsyth Woman’s inception 16 years ago! We feel that this conference is bringing our column to life and can’t wait to see it in action!”
A CONFERENCE EXPERIENCE DESIGNED WITH YOU IN MIND
This event has been created for women of all ages and all walks of life. Attendees do not need to be a business owner or in any specific niche for this event to make an impact. Brooke shared that, “Each and every one of our speakers were strategically and thoughtfully chosen to ensure every woman gets so much out of this experience. We want you to come as you are and know you are exactly where you need to be!” The Women on the Move Leadership Conference is going to kick your week off right when you arrive on Monday morning to a room filled with women as hungry for a purpose and passion filled life as you are. This isn’t just a sit in your seat and take notes kind of conference - there will be opportunities for networking and community building with an amazing group of like-minded women. In between standout speaker presentations, local vendors will be joining throughout the day for photo ops, an afternoon cocktail hour featuring Thirsty Buffalo and of course - in true Forsyth Magazines fashion - opportunities to shop and support local retail businesses!
Lunch will be catered by Providence Restaurant & Catering with a plethora of snacks and beverages available to give you energy throughout the day. Attendees can look forward to receiving swag bags filled with products and special discounts from all sorts of local businesses, as well as the chance to win one of several door prizes announced throughout the day.
“What is Waiting Costing You? How to Embrace Imperfection” Taryn Jerez, One Crafty Miss
@onecraftymissblog
Founder of One Crafty Miss, Taryn is a Creative Business Coach and Industry Speaker with a heart centered on teaching and serving creative women who have a vision for their business and their life. “Supporting Local is My Love Language” Brooke Eagle, Publisher Forsyth Woman
@brooke__eagle
Publisher of Forsyth Woman magazine and the host of the Forsyth Magazines Podcast, Brooke has a passion for helping small businesses and loves watching the triad community grow!
“LEADing the Next Generation of Women Leaders” Joy Nelson Thomas, Founder LEAD Girls of NC Inc.
@leadgirlsofnc
Founder/Executive Director of LEAD Girls of NC, an organization that utilizes an evidenced based approach and on a mission to change a girl, a community and eventually the world!
“The Power of the Photo | How Brand Photography Can Grow Your Business” Jodie Brim, Owner, Jodie Brim Creative
@jodiebrim
A visionary leading the world of brand photography up and down the East Coast for over a decade. Jodie continually pushes the industry, adding services and skills to put her clients ahead of the pack.
“Feel Good Naked. Manage Your Mindset. Build Body Confidence.” Jordan Gomez, Body Positive Life Coach, Speaker & Podcaster
@jgofitlife
“J.Go” is a Body Positive Life Coach who helps women create healthy habits and feel confident in their skin! She believes in self-love and body positivity as the ideal way for women to create long-term lifestyle changes!
@jenoleniczakbrown
Jen Brown ran The Engaging Educator, a nationwide communication consulting firm, for over a decade before moving into progressive politics. Her book, “Think On Your Feet: Tips and Tricks to Improve Your Impromptu Communication Skills on the Job” (McGraw Hill, 2019) has been called “one of the best presentation books of all time” by Book Authority.
“Styling with Confidence” Erika Taylor, Taylor Your Closet
@tayloringstyle
Charlotte, NC based founder of “Taylor Your Closet,” Erika styles women from all walks of life with confidence.
“Managing Finances 101” Ja’Net Adams, Debt Sucks University
@janetadamsspeak
International Speaker and Author, Ja’Net travels the world sharing with audiences how she paid off $50,000 of debt in two years!
“Communicating Effectively” Brittany McGee, Humble Bee Shoppe
@thehumblebeeshoppe
Brittany McGee is a self-taught Pastry Chef who owns a boutique bakery in downtown WinstonSalem, NC, specializing in custom confections.
WE CAN’T WAIT TO SEE YOU THERE
Whether you come with a group or decide to venture out alone, there is a room of women ready to welcome you. The Women on the Move Leadership Conference is the experience you’ve been waiting for and it won’t be the same without you! Forysth Woman has every expectation that tickets will sell out before the event date, therefore it’s highly encouraged to register and get your ticket in advance. To keep up with all the latest conference announcements and behind-the-scenes looks, be sure to follow @ForsythMags on Facebook and Instagram pages as the event gets closer!
The Common Items We Acquire
BY MEGAN TAYLOR
Each person has their own preference of objects and knick-knacks that they like to collect. Some may choose to go more with sport-related memorabilia, while others prefer more family pieces. Throughout the years, you may notice that you have built a collection of the same or similar objects. As for me, it was postcards and rocks.
According to dictionary.com, the official definition for a “collection” is “a group of objects or an amount of material accumulated in one location especially for some purpose.” Collections are unique, personalized, and can hold special meanings for the owner. Collecting can quickly become a hobby with people being on a treasure hunt for new items to add to their stash. In addition, depending on the age and value of the objects, some collections can be worth a lot of money.
There are a variety of collectibles in the world. Some may be crazy or rare, while some may be more common. Let’s take a look at some of the most collected items, popular and also on the unique side. Do you collect some of these items?
MOST POPULAR ITEMS
• Stamps - Due to their long history and unique variety, stamps have been very popular to collect throughout the generations. Every country in the world has their own version of postage stamps, making some designs rarer and more valuable.
• Coins - Similar to stamps, coin collections can come from all over the world with their own histories and stories. However, it is important to know the basics of coin collection when you get started. These basics include how they are made, the different patterns, and the best way to store the coins.
• Comic Books - Young or old versions, comic books are a favorite among many. You may focus on just one story or character, multiple stories, or invest in finding special copies.
Keep in mind, though, these books need to be kept in perfect condition in order to be preserved and passed down through the years.
• Trading Cards - Let me tell you, trading cards are still as beloved today as they have been in the past. My middle school students were in fact talking about their collections and trading them just a few weeks ago.
Collections of these items can include Magic cards, Pokemon, and Yu-Gi-Oh! • Toys - Growing up, I had numerous Beanie
Babies. Some may say it was a collection, I didn’t really see it that way. Beanie Babies are just one of the many toys that people have gathered in numbers. Barbie Dolls,
Polly Pockets, and figurines are other popular items. Some treasure hunters only seek the retro or rare toys or certain brands.
UNIQUE COLLECTABLES
• Royal memorabilia - A few people are true
British royal family fans and have collected items that commemorate historical events, such as royal weddings, births, and deaths.
Whether it is Princess Diana or William and
Kate, some memorabilia may be worth something.
• Brainteasers - These games and puzzles require people to think critically and logically. Collections of these types could include paper versions of brainteasers, as well as, Rubik’s Cubes, wooden puzzles,
Picasso Tiles, and metal wire puzzles.
• Gnomes - Small garden creatures of all shapes, sizes, and seasons, more commonly known as gnomes, have been around for many decades. These items do have special meanings as gnomes are actually symbols of good luck and are thought to provide protection. For some people, building a collection of gnomes comes from just wanting something cute to look at.
• Vacuum Cleaners - While vacuuming may not be some people’s favorite thing to do, vacuum cleaners have become a collector’s item. New and old versions of the machines, as well as rare types, are available. Some go for the Hoover types, while others stay with
Dysons.
• Feathers - Bird lovers are more tuned into this type of collection. Feathers of different colors, textures, sizes, and from a variety of animals throughout the world can be used as great learning tools. However, of course, you need to proceed with caution when it comes to acquiring feathers from live birds.
There are hundreds of different collections throughout the world. Some are small, some are big, some are expensive, and others are completely free. Whatever you collect, be sure to find the items that are special and fun for you. Collections are wonderful hobbies that can be passed through generations. The next time you start gathering similar items, think to yourself, “Will this become my next collection?”
