BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//ChamberMaster//Event Calendar 2.0//EN METHOD:PUBLISH X-PUBLISHED-TTL:P1H REFRESH-INTERVAL:P1H CALSCALE:GREGORIAN BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/New_York BEGIN:DAYLIGHT RRULE:FREQ=YEARLY;BYMONTH=3;BYDAY=2SU DTSTART:20070101T000000 TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:Eastern Daylight Time END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD RRULE:FREQ=YEARLY;BYMONTH=11;BYDAY=1SU DTSTART:20070101T000000 TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:Eastern Standard Time END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260416T113000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260416T130000 X-MICROSOFT-CDO-ALLDAYEVENT:FALSE SUMMARY:Women's Business Network April Luncheon DESCRIPTION:Women's Business Network Luncheon - Profit\, Resilience & Sustainable Growth in Today's Market \nJoin us for a powerful mid-day conversation designed for women business owners who want to grow with intention even when the economy feels unpredictable.At this interactive luncheon\, we'll hear from a dynamic panel of women entrepreneurs at different stages of business newly launched\, established\, and long-standing who will share how they've not only weathered uncertain times\, but thrived.Through real stories and practical insight\, we'll explore how women-led businesses can protect profitability\, make confident decisions\, and build sustainable growth without burnout.Panel Moderator: Jo-Anne LaBuda with The LaBuda Team - KW Capital PartnersOriginally from Chicago\, Jo-Anne relocated to Worthington with her family after several corporate transfers. She quickly immersed herself in volunteer activities with Worthington Schools\, participating in Leadership Worthington and launching initiatives such as Partners for Citizenship and Character\, Citizens for Quality Education\, and chairing a School Levy campaign.After two years\, Jo-Anne achieved her long-held ambition of becoming a full-time Realtor. She began her career as a Solo agent and was among the first in Central Ohio to form a team. Jo-Anne worked diligently to advance in the industry with two local brokerages\, and in 2002\, she transitioned her team to Keller Williams Capital Partners in Worthington\, where she became an owner. Today\, KWCP boasts over 240 agents.In addition to growing her own business\, Jo-Anne served as Team Leader of the Brokerage and as Broker. For over 25 years\, the LaBuda Team has consistently ranked in the upper 1% for production\, both in Central Ohio and nationally.Renowned for their straightforward approach\, the LaBuda Team embodies the client value proposition of "Straight talk\, Sound advice\, and Superior service."Our Panelists:Jeri Lucco\, ohDEER Northwest ColumbusJackie Murphy\, Queen Bee Jackie CreativeTheresa Capace\, Worthington Jewelers \nWhat We'll Discuss-How women business owners have thrived during periods of uncertainty-The specific steps and decisions that supported continued growth-Protecting profit while leading with values-Sustainable growth strategies for today's economic climate-Lessons learned across different stages of business ownershipEvent DetailsDate: Wednesday\, April 16\nLocation: Whitney HouseRegistration Opens: 11:00 AM\nProgram Begins: 11:30 AM\nEvent Concludes: 1:00 PMWho Should Attend-Women entrepreneurs and business owners-Leaders navigating growth\, transition\, or economic pressure-Anyone seeking practical insight\, meaningful connection\, and fresh perspectiveWhy AttendThis luncheon is more than networking it's a chance to:-Learn from women who've been there-Gain actionable ideas you can apply immediately-Connect with a community that understands both the challenges and opportunities of women-led businessesInvite someone and join us for a dynamic lunch-and-panel discussion. Please contact the Chamber with any questions at connect@worthingtonchamber.org or (614) 888-3040. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:

Women'\;s Business Network Luncheon - Profit\, Resilience &\; Sustainable Growth in Today'\;s Market \;


Join us for a powerful mid-day conversation designed for women business owners who want to grow with intention&mdash\;even when the economy feels unpredictable.

At this interactive luncheon\, we&rsquo\;ll hear from a dynamic panel of women entrepreneurs at different stages of business&mdash\;newly launched\, established\, and long-standing&mdash\;who will share how they&rsquo\;ve not only weathered uncertain times\, but thrived.

Through real stories and practical insight\, we&rsquo\;ll explore how women-led businesses can protect profitability\, make confident decisions\, and build sustainable growth without burnout.

Panel Moderator: Jo-Anne LaBuda with The LaBuda Team - KW Capital Partners

Originally from Chicago\, Jo-Anne relocated to Worthington with her family after several corporate transfers. She quickly immersed herself in volunteer activities with Worthington Schools\, participating in Leadership Worthington and launching initiatives such as Partners for Citizenship and Character\, Citizens for Quality Education\, and chairing a School Levy campaign.

After two years\, Jo-Anne achieved her long-held ambition of becoming a full-time Realtor. She began her career as a Solo agent and was among the first in Central Ohio to form a team. Jo-Anne worked diligently to advance in the industry with two local brokerages\, and in 2002\, she transitioned her team to Keller Williams Capital Partners in Worthington\, where she became an owner. Today\, KWCP boasts over 240 agents.

In addition to growing her own business\, Jo-Anne served as Team Leader of the Brokerage and as Broker. For over 25 years\, the LaBuda Team has consistently ranked in the upper 1% for production\, both in Central Ohio and nationally.

Renowned for their straightforward approach\, the LaBuda Team embodies the client value proposition of &ldquo\;Straight talk\, Sound advice\, and Superior service.&rdquo\;

Our Panelists:

Jeri Lucco\, ohDEER Northwest Columbus

Jackie Murphy\, Queen Bee Jackie Creative

Theresa Capace\, Worthington Jewelers \;


What We&rsquo\;ll Discuss

-How women business owners have thrived during periods of uncertainty

-The specific steps and decisions that supported continued growth

-Protecting profit while leading with values

-Sustainable growth strategies for today&rsquo\;s economic climate

-Lessons learned across different stages of business ownership

Event Details

Date: Wednesday\, April 16
Location: Whitney House

Registration Opens: 11:00 AM
Program Begins: 11:30 AM
Event Concludes: 1:00 PM

Who Should Attend

-Women entrepreneurs and business owners

-Leaders navigating growth\, transition\, or economic pressure

-Anyone seeking practical insight\, meaningful connection\, and fresh perspective

Why Attend

This luncheon is more than networking&mdash\;it&rsquo\;s a chance to:

-Learn from women who&rsquo\;ve been there

-Gain actionable ideas you can apply immediately

-Connect with a community that understands both the challenges and opportunities of women-led businesses

Invite someone and join us for a dynamic lunch-and-panel discussion. Please contact the Chamber with any questions at connect@worthingtonchamber.org or (614) 888-3040.  \;

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