Womens Development Network

Indianapolis Chapter involved in Race for the Cure

Posted by admin º April 28, 2013 º Indianapolis

During this Month of Service the WDN sponsored Starbucks run/walk team for Race for the Cure. The results are in and very inspiring. We had 29 people sign up for the team and raised 690.00 for cancer research and medical funds for early detection. We had 4 runners go above and beyond to raise funds. Our top fundraisers were Mike Williams, Ashley Olson, Beth Biggs and Christine Olson. The WDN would like to give a special thank you to all the partners, customers, friends and family that support our communities though Race for the Cure

Arizona Chapter Kickoff Meeting

Posted by admin º April 18, 2013 º Arizona

Phoenix/Tucson, Arizona Kick off meeting:

Location: 1661 E. Camelback Road, Suite 340 Phoenix, AZ 85016 (Phoenix Regional Office)

When: Thursday, May 23rd, 4:00pm-5:30pm

On Thursday, May 23, we are excited to hold the first Arizona WDN chapter meeting. The meeting will begin at 4:00pm in the training room at the Phoenix Regional office. We’ll start the meeting with an origin coffee tasting, as well as learn more about WDN, and our goals for the Arizona Chapter. To learn more, please speak with your district manager. Interested in becoming a member? Sign up at become a member and select Arizona chapter.

We can’t wait for the kick off meeting! See you there.

Michigan Chapter hosts “Find Your Strongest Life”

Posted by admin º Michigan

On Wednesday, March 27^th the Michigan chapter of the WDN hosted a leadership workshop entitled “Find your Strongest Life.” We had a fantastic turn out of over 50 partners from all different job levels and geography. We kicked off the event with a great coffee tasting led by the regional director, Marty Cook. From there the partners were broken up into smaller groups depending on their results from the strong life test. In the breakout session, each group discussed their leader role and how this plays into both their personal and professional lives. Each team also came up with a team slogan and then shared back with the larger group all of this as well as their key takeaways and anything that surprised them. The participation and discussion was fantastic!

During the event we collected books for City Year. These books will be distributed to Detroit Public schools.

The WDN leadership team also started a leadership book exchange. For $1, partners attending the event could “borrow” a leadership book until our next event. We had a wide range of books to pick from and plan on continuing this exchange at all our events.

Overall, we were extremely happy with the event and partners’ feedback has been very positive!

See more pictures of our event here!

Omaha Nebraska Book Club Series Kickoff

Posted by admin º March 21, 2013 º Omaha

On Thursday March 7^th the WDN Omaha NE Chapter hosted its first official Leadership Book Club Series featuring Ken Blanchard’s “ Self Leadership and the One Minute Manager”.

The event kicked off with appetizers and an education coffee tasting comparing Kenya, Guatamala , and Tribute by store manager, Samantha Vincent. The event consisted of 15 partners in attendance, ranging from baristas, shift supervisors, assistant store managers, and store managers. The WDN leadership book club series is focusing on internal partner development, specifically shift supervisors

and assistant store managers. Each partner received a copy of the “One Minute Manager” as well as a journal to keep notes and share their key learning and Ah-ha moments from readings and practical application share back. *Attached are some pictures from the event-enjoy!!

Omaha, Nebraska kickoff event

Posted by admin º February 12, 2013 º Omaha

Omaha, Nebraska Upcoming Event:

Location: 114th & Dodge Starbucks Location #2629-Training/Community Room

Date: Thursday March 7th 6pm-7:30pm

On March 7th the WDN will host our kickoff event featuring a leadership book club series. The event will begin at 6:00pm at the beautiful, newly remodeled community room with a reception featuring appetizers and complimentary coffee pairings, then to follow with the main book event from 6:30p to 7:30p. The WDN book club will start with Ken Blanchard’s “Leadership and the One Minute Manager” where partners are encouraged to participate for those who want to develop and grow personally and professionally in their current role (books will be provided). We look forward to this event & sharing pictures with you!

If you should have any questions regarding attending this leadership book series event, please contact:

DM Heather W. Calhoun: hwest@starbucks.com

SM Gina Messerley: sm02668@retail.starbucks.com

Western Mountain Chapter hosts Miss Representation Screening

Posted by admin º February 5, 2013 º Denver

The Western Mountain chapter of the WDN will host a screening of Miss Representation on March 7th, from 6:30 – 9:30PM.

Miss Representation is a documentary film by Jennifer Siebel Newsom that premiered at the Sundance Film Festival in 2011 to rave reviews and has been featured in screenings around the country. It’s more than a film screening; it’s an experience. We all know the power of media to make us think and respond – but have you ever questioned how the media represents women and girls? This film brings up new perspectives that need to be discussed – you will never look at ads the same way again.

Location – The Nomad Theater, in Boulder Colorado

1410 Quince Avenue, Boulder, CO 80304

(303) 443-7510

The screening will start at 7PM, coffee and pastries will be provided.

Michigan Chapter donates to Dress for Success

Posted by admin º Michigan

Starbucks stores in Michigan collected hundreds of items for Dress for Success. These items will then be made available to women who are entering the workforce. Our chapter will also be partnering with a branch of Dress For Success called The Going Places Network; we will be attending career panels and conducting mock interviews to help prepare the women in this network to find and sustain work. Thanks to everyone who participated in this event.

Stay tuned – Michigan will host a “Find Your Strongest Life” workshop in March

Seattle Chapter 2013 Kickoff Meeting

Posted by admin º January 27, 2013 º Seattle

The Seattle Chapter of the WDN is holding its 2013 kickoff meeting on Thursday, January 31, from 12 to 1 pm at the Starbucks Support Center. This meeting will enable women who are not currently part of the WDN organization and who may want to join, to learn about one of Starbucks newest Seattle partner networks dedicated to community, networking and personal and professional development. The Seattle WDN leadership team will introduce themselves, and provide an overview of what they do, and describe how others may get involved. The agenda will feature a guest speaker, Starbucks partner Carol Wise, vice president, Customer Service, and Starbucks partner Kat Schweigal will host a tea tasting.

The Seattle WDN is very excited about this opportunity to provide new members here in Seattle with an opportunity to enhance and develop their careers. If you would like any information regarding this 2013 Kickoff Meeting, please contact Wendy Ehringer by email at WEhringe@starbucks.com.

Seattle Chapter partners with Black Partner Network

Posted by admin º Seattle

The Seattle Chapter of the Women’s Development Network joined the Starbucks Black Partner Network in support of its YWCA service initiative on Saturday, January 26th. The BPN sponsors and serves meals to approximately 200 women at YWCA Angeline’s Center for Homeless Women. Angeline’s serves women who are low-income or homeless and need a place to get resources, information and basic needs including food, laundry, shower facilities and health care. The Seattle location offers an Enhanced Night Program for women seeking to transition to stable housing and a Winter Shelter Program during the coldest months of the year. This event kicks off Black History Month.

Seattle Chapter Upcoming Event

Posted by admin º January 16, 2013 º Seattle

Please join Starbucks partner Heather Wellman, who will be leading the Seattle Chapter of Women’s Development Network on Friday, January 25, in creating Vision Boards to help us achieve our personal and professional best in 2013 and beyond. This event is being held at the Starbucks Support Center in Seattle and you may contact Wendy Ehringer to RSVP.

If you’re not familiar with vision boards, they are essentially a visual representation of your goals, things you want to achieve, and the way in which you want to live your life. Your board may be geared towards the next six months, the next year, or several years into the future. There are really no guidelines; your board is yours to create and yours to take from visual representation to reality. You can find hundreds of examples of vision boards online if you need more context or inspiration.

Remember, this is a great opportunity that will inspire and motivate you to seek out new life directions in this New Year – 2013.

Please note this event will be a fundraiser with proceeds benefiting the National Eating Disorders Association (NEDA). NEDA supports individuals and families affected by eating disorders, and serves as a catalyst for prevention, cures and access to quality care. Suggested donation for this event is $10.