Dear Friend of BPW:
“Never doubt that a small group of thoughtful, committed citizens can change the world; indeed, it’s the only thing that ever has.” – Margaret Mead
In the spirit of fostering collaboration and promoting inclusivity, Business and Professional Women (BPW) of St. Petersburg-Pinellas and the St. Petersburg Area Chamber of Commerce are hosting the annual Working Women’s Forum, “Finding Common Ground Through Community Engagement,” on Wednesday, April 16, from 5:30 p.m. – 7:30 p.m. at the St. Petersburg Museum of History.
This year’s forum, part of our ongoing observance of National Business Women’s Week, will focus on bridging differences through open dialogue and collective problem-solving. Our esteemed panel of speakers—leaders with diverse life experiences—will offer unique perspectives on civic participation, community outreach, and grassroots efforts that foster social cohesion. Together, we’ll explore how we can unite around shared goals and build a stronger, more inclusive community.
This year’s panelists are:
- Christie Bruner, Vice President of Advocacy St. Petersburg Area Chamber of Commerce
- Dr. Loretta Caldwell-Thompson, CEO, Caldwell Management Solutions
- Peter Kageyama, Urbanist & Bestselling Author of For the Love of Cities
- Caryn Nesmith, Director of Community Relations for USF St. Petersburg
Our moderator will be Jason Mathis, CEO of the St. Petersburg Downtown Partnership.
We are requesting your financial support to help underwrite Forum expenses. As a sponsor of this year’s event, we believe that you and/or your organization would benefit from aligning with BPW’s mission and the exposure associated with supporting one of our signature events. The Sponsorship Opportunities below includes a range of sponsorship levels begin $50 and range up to $1,500. Net proceeds from the event will fund BPW’s efforts that help women further their educational or entrepreneurial journey.
Your support will provide a safe and enlightening experience for our Working Women’s Forum attendees. Please let us know if you have any questions or would like more information about the Forum or BPW.
Thank you for your consideration,
Amy Dinovo, on behalf of the 2024-25 BPW Working Women’s Forum Committee
