Resume, Research, Ready! Your Guide to Job Searching
2025-09-24 18:00 - 19:30 (America/New_York) | The Women’s Center, 8230 Old Courthouse Rd, Vienna, VA, 22182, United States
Are you looking for your next job opportunity? Not sure where or how to start searching? The Women’s Center is here to help! Join us for an hour and a half of job search and interview strategies that you can implement to find a new role. This virtual event will feature actionable advice on creating or rewriting your resume, where to find potential opportunities, research best practices for job interviews, and Q&A with an in-house recruiter.
The presenter, Lindsay Hildebrandt, is a global talent acquisition and HR professional that has worked across startups and global powerhouses like Meta and the BBC. She’s recruited thousands of candidates at all levels and backgrounds for hundreds of hiring managers across industries in North America and EMEA. Lindsay has come to the Women’s Center to share her “insider” knowledge and support your job search and interview journey.
THIS EVENT IS ON ZOOM. LINK IS IN CONFIRMATION EMAIL.

Leveraging LinkedIn: Building your Brand, Job Searching, Staying Connected
2025-10-08 18:00 - 19:30 | The Women’s Center, 8230 Old Courthouse Rd, Vienna, VA, 22182, United States
Do you have a brand and are you maintaining it? What is a brand? Do you know all the features that could help you with your job search? LinkedIn is one of the largest professional networks. It can help you find the perfect position, connect to other professionals and expand your possibilities.
This session will focus on have to optimize LinkedIn effectively. You will learn tips and best practices.
Presented by Deloitte.
PLEASE NOTE: WORKSHOP IS IN PERSON AT THE WOMENS CENTER IN VIENNA, VA

Supercharge Your Career Take Ownership of your Purpose and Create a Path
2025-10-09 18:00 - 20:00 | The Women’s Center, 8230 Old Courthouse Rd, Vienna, VA, 22182, United States
Whether you are looking to switch jobs, change fields or transform your passion into purpose – building the rights steps matters on your journey. Career planning begins with creating a map of where you want to go and not forgetting how you got to this point in your life.
The session will explore:

Reflection – Discover your authentic self and identify your strengths, values, and beliefs to find purpose at work and in life. What is your story?
Influence & Communication – Find your voice and use it to have impact on your community and workplace. Start a new chapter in your story. (This session will use the DISC Assessment tool.)
Search & Find – Use the insights gained to develop a career search plan and put it into action. Strategies, tips and advice will be shared. Where will your story lead you?

About the Presenter
Tina Bagwell is currently a Director, People Experience for the North America Team at Vantage Data Centers, a Bespoke Coach and former USAF. She has years of experience as a catalyst for change within the workplace. For more information, check out https://www.linkedin.com/in/tinabagwell/
PLEASE NOTE: WORKSHOP IS IN PERSON AT THE WOMENS CENTER IN VIENNA, VA

Stand Out and Get Hired!
2025-10-23 18:30 - 20:00 | The Women’s Center, 8230 Old Courthouse Rd, Vienna, VA, 22182, United States
Find out how to “stand out and get hired” with tips and tricks on the hiring process all the way from application to interview. This class will discuss determining the right time to get a job, cultivating your resume, detailing job descriptions and experience, and preparing for interviews. Through brainstorming about your interests and/or skills, we’ll suggest possible career paths or job opportunities that match your abilities. Delve into your personal and professional strengths, accomplishments, and values while synthesizing your background with organizations’ unique missions. At the end of the session, you’ll walk away with a concrete framework to maximize your candidacy during the job search.
About the Presenter
Pam Mahone brings over 20 years of experience with Prince William County Public Schools, where she has honed her skills in professional development and leadership. In this workshop, Pam will guide you through practical strategies for entering or reentering the workforce, as well as achieving your next career milestone. Whether you’re seeking a fresh start or a well-deserved promotion, this session is designed to empower you with the tools and confidence to succeed.
PLEASE NOTE: WORKSHOP IS IN PERSON AT THE WOMENS CENTER IN VIENNA, VA

Refresh Your Professional Materials: Resume Review
2025-11-12 18:00 - 19:30 | The Women’s Center, 8230 Old Courthouse Rd, Vienna, VA, 22182, United States
This session will focus on best practices on developing and maintaining your resume. Bring your resume for a one-on-one review for feedback and updates. Get tips on how to best present yourself in written form.
Presented by Deloitte.jo

Empowering Career Transitions
2026-01-12 18:00 - 19:00 | VA
This informative session will tackle many of the issues when making a career transition whether changing roles, re-entering the workforce, early retirement or changing careers.
Participants will enhance their job search strategies through effective networking and mastering job search techniques.
Other topics will include resume & cover letter development, interview preparation as well as aligning your financial goals with a new path and maintaining a healthy cashflow during a period of change. Retirement plans – old and new – will be discussed.
The session will look at fostering resilience and adaptability to adapt to new work environments.
About the Presenters
Mitra Gholam started Alira Consulting, an executive and leadership consulting firm, in February 2023 to help others reach their career and business goals and objectives. She is a licensed Executive and Leadership Coach by the Academy of Executive Coaching based in London, UK and has a global certification through the European Mentoring and Coaching Council. Additionally, she provides consulting services for individuals and companies looking to solve business problems.
Additional professional work experience has been in Human Resources, Accounting, Budget and Finance, Business Management and Operations, Change Management, Strategy and Sales and Marketing.
Francesca LeFrancois is a dedicated financial advisor concentrated on guiding individuals and families toward their financial goals. Passionate about empowering others, she focuses on creating personalized strategies that foster financial literacy and security. Francesca believes that financial health is a vital component of overall well-being, and she takes pride in helping her clients navigate complex financial landscapes with confidence.
PLEASE NOTE: THIS EVENT IS ON ZOOM. LINK IS IN CONFIRMATION EMAIL.

New Year, New Job? New Resume?
2026-01-21 18:00 - 19:30 | VA
This session will focus on best practices on developing and maintaining your resume. Bring your resume for a one-on-one review for feedback and updates. Get tips on how to best present yourself in written form.
Presented by Deloitte.
PLEASE NOTE: THIS EVENT IS ON ZOOM. LINK IS IN CONFIRMATION EMAIL.

Step into Healthcare
2026-01-22 18:30 - 19:30 | The Women’s Center, 8230 Old Courthouse Rd, Vienna, VA, 22182, United States
You are interested in Healthcare and do not want to be a doctor….you have options! By joining the healthcare field you can make a difference in someone’s life in so many ways. You can become a phlebotomist or a medical assistant or a pharmacy technician to name a few professions. This workshop will focus on what is needed for an entry level position and how you can grow with certification and on the job training. Just take the first step.
PLEASE NOTE: WORKSHOP IS IN PERSON AT THE WOMENS CENTER IN VIENNA, VA
About the Presenter
Stelina Nina is a dedicated healthcare professional with a decade of experience in the health care field. She earned her bachelor’s degree in psychology from Boise State University, where she demonstrated her leadership by founding and serving as president of Women in Medicine. Passionate about mentorship, she has helped many women find their perfect career in healthcare. Stelina’s contributions extend across various platforms, combining hands-on experience with a commitment to service and advocacy. She has been a volunteer for the Women’s Center since October 2024.

Leveraging LinkedIn: Building your Brand, Job Searching, Staying Connected
2026-02-18 18:00 - 19:30 | The Women’s Center, 8230 Old Courthouse Rd, Vienna, VA, 22182, United States
Do you have a brand and are you maintaining it? What is a brand? Do you know all the features that could help you with your job search? LinkedIn is one of the largest professional networks. It can help you find the perfect position, connect to other professionals and expand your possibilities.
This session will focus on have to optimize LinkedIn effectively. You will learn tips and best practices.
Bring your laptop!
Presented by Deloitte.

Stand Out and Get Hired!
2026-02-26 18:30 - 20:00 | VA
Find out how to “stand out and get hired” with tips and tricks on the hiring process all the way from application to interview. This class will discuss determining the right time to get a job, cultivating your resume, detailing job descriptions and experience, and preparing for interviews. Through brainstorming about your interests and/or skills, we’ll suggest possible career paths or job opportunities that match your abilities. Delve into your personal and professional strengths, accomplishments, and values while synthesizing your background with organizations’ unique missions. At the end of the session, you’ll walk away with a concrete framework to maximize your candidacy during the job search.
About the Presenter
Pam Mahone brings over 20 years of experience with Prince William County Public Schools, where she has honed her skills in professional development and leadership. In this workshop, Pam will guide you through practical strategies for entering or reentering the workforce, as well as achieving your next career milestone. Whether you’re seeking a fresh start or a well-deserved promotion, this session is designed to empower you with the tools and confidence to succeed.
PLEASE NOTE: T HIS EVENT IS ON ZOOM. LINK IS IN CONFIRMATION EMAIL.

Spring into a New Role: Resume Refresh
2026-03-25 18:00 - 19:30 | The Women’s Center, 8230 Old Courthouse Rd, Vienna, VA, 22182, United States
This session will focus on best practices on developing and maintaining your resume. Bring your resume for a one-on-one review for feedback and updates. Get tips on how to best present yourself in written form.
Presented by Deloitte.
PLEASE NOTE: WORKSHOP IS IN PERSON AT THE WOMENS CENTER IN VIENNA, VA

When Change is Important- and Still Does Not Happen
2026-04-08 19:00 - 21:00 | The Women’s Center, 8230 Old Courthouse Rd, Vienna, VA, 22182, United States
You’ve tried motivation, accountability, reminders, and discipline. And still, it doesn’t stick. This workshop starts with a liberating truth: This is not a willpower problem.
Instead, there are hidden forces—often invisible to us—that quietly work against change in order to protect us. Until those forces are understood, real change remains frustratingly out of reach.
In this interactive workshop, you’ll learn a proven, research-based process that helps you:
● Identify what’s really blocking change (beyond habits and surface behaviors)
● Understand the hidden commitments and assumptions keeping you stuck
● Replace self-criticism with clarity and compassion
● Create a practical path forward that works with your internal system—not against it
It’s a powerful framework for sustainable change, especially for thoughtful, capable people who are tired of feeling stuck despite their best intentions.
You’ll leave with:
· A clear map of why change has been so difficult
· A new way to think about resistance (in yourself and others)
· A concrete strategy you can begin using immediately
If you’ve ever said, “I know what to do—I just don’t do it,” this workshop is for you.
About the Presenters
Kari Meyer is a leadership coach who partners with leaders across business and nonprofit sectors to navigate complexity, change, and high-stakes challenges. With more than 35 years of leadership experience, she helps individuals and teams build confidence, gain clarity, and achieve success on their own terms.
Most recently, Kari led a multi-state team of 50 real estate professionals, overseeing $300M+ in annual sales and driving 30% year-over-year growth. Previously, she was an Associate Partner at Accenture and later co-founded a strategic planning firm serving national trade and professional associations.
Based in Washington, DC, Kari enjoys improv comedy, hiking in the Shenandoah Mountains, and time with her three adult children.
Janet Syme Piller is a leadership coach who offers personalized coaching for leaders stepping into new roles, rethinking their approach, or exploring what’s next, particularly women and professionals in transition.
With more than 30 years of leadership experience across international finance, government, and nonprofit sectors, Janet is a leadership coach who partners with individuals navigating change and transition. Drawing on two decades in senior roles at the World Bank, she brings a calm, strategic, and cross-cultural perspective to helping clients lead with clarity, confidence, and authenticity.
A California native, now based in Northern Virginia, Janet enjoys singing, reading, doing anything outdoors and spending time with her family.
PLEASE NOTE: WORKSHOP IS IN PERSON AT THE WOMENS CENTER IN VIENNA, VA

Empowering Career Transitions
2026-04-20 18:00 - 19:00 | The Women’s Center, 8230 Old Courthouse Rd, Vienna, VA, 22182, United States
This informative session will tackle many of the issues when making a career transition whether changing roles, re-entering the workforce, early retirement or changing careers.
Participants will enhance their job search strategies through effective networking and mastering job search techniques.
Other topics will include resume & cover letter development, interview preparation as well as aligning your financial goals with a new path and maintaining a healthy cashflow during a period of change. Retirement plans – old and new – will be discussed.
The session will look at fostering resilience and adaptability to adapt to new work environments.
About the Presenter
Mitra Gholam started Alira Consulting, an executive and leadership consulting firm, in February 2023 to help others reach their career and business goals and objectives. She is a licensed Executive and Leadership Coach by the Academy of Executive Coaching based in London, UK and has a global certification through the European Mentoring and Coaching Council. Additionally, she provides consulting services for individuals and companies looking to solve business problems.
Additional professional work experience has been in Human Resources, Accounting, Budget and Finance, Business Management and Operations, Change Management, Strategy and Sales and Marketing.
PLEASE NOTE: WORKSHOP IS IN PERSON AT THE WOMENS CENTER IN VIENNA, VA

Slam Dunk Your Job Prep: Resume Review
2026-05-13 18:00 - 19:30 | The Women’s Center, 8230 Old Courthouse Rd, Vienna, VA, 22182, United States
