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Momtrepreneurs and TheMomFair

MomFair has joined forces with the Pacific Palisades Woman’s Club on Tuesday, May 13 from 9am – noon to host an inspirational morning for Moms who are interested in launching their own business, finding work from home opportunities or jump starting their career. Tickets to the event are $25 ($15 for PPWC members) and include a continental breakfast and entrance to the event. This is a great opportunity to network and to learn about the Pacific Palisades Woman’s Club (PPWC) as well!

 TICKETS AVAILABLE THROUGH PPWC ONLINE NOW – CLICK HERE!

(Ticket Sales benefit the Pacific Palisades Woman’s Club and their civic efforts)

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Schedule
9am – 12noon Work from Home Marketplace and Job Fair and Career Counseling
10am MomPreneurs Panel Discussion

Speakers

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Brook Dougherty is a serial entrepreneur, founding the group Young Angels of America to fill a need in the teen activity void with philanthropic intent.

Kristin Nelson, founded LA Kids Consignment and created the largest seasonal marketplace for new and gently-used, high-end children’s clothing, furniture, toys and accessories.

Diane Prince Johnston is the CEO and Founder of Winnie & Kat, a direct sales clothing company. Founded in Malibu, California; it offers ethically-made. contemporary women’s clothing.

Moderator Laura Nix Gerson is the CEO of MomAngeles and the Founder of TheMomFair. A Mompreneur herself, and avid supporter of working Moms, Laura is delighted to join the Palisades Woman’s Club in introducing these fantastic Moms to all of you.

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JOB FAIR and CAREER COUNSELING

Our Job Fair and Career Counseling, affords Moms the opportunity to meet with career counselors and recruiters who can help Moms transition back into the work place. Bring your resume with you and get feedback right away. Learn about programs that can help you transition from your current job or find a new one. Meet with JVS Career counselors and local recruiters to learn more about your career options. 

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WANT TO WORK FROM HOME?

Check out our Work From Home Marketplace. This is your chance to explore and meet with representatives from great companies like Winnie & Kat, Stella & Dot, Rodan & Fields and Primerica who can help you set-up your own business in no time. Direct Sales companies offer Moms a quick go-to-market solution with pre-established product lines, marketing materials, websites, and even a team to work with!

Chat with Irene Anderson. Did you know you can also get TRAINED in a specific field like insurance and finance? And become part of a team that can help you develop a new skill set, knowledge base and family of clients? Irene Anderson is an Independent Representative of Primerica with over 20 years of experience in financial services. Prior to starting her own business at Primerica in 2004, Irene was a Vice President of JP Morgan and helped establish their private banking group in Hong Kong. Primerica’s mission is to help families become debt free and financially independent.  Irene is passionate about educating her clients about how money works, and how a written plan and financial coaching  can help them they can achieve their goals and dreams.

She is also actively expanding her business and mentors a team of  women who are moms who want to earn a higher income but still have time flexibility for their families.  

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NO SITTER?  BRING YOUR TODDLER OR BABY WITH YOU

UrbanSitter will be at the event with their team of talented sitters to watch your little ones ages 0 – 4. There will be a designated play area with safe toys and books for your kids. And Books & Cookies will be there to do story time too.

You MUST email laura@momangeles.com by 5/01 to confirm your sitter service at the event.

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RAFFLE and GIVEAWAYS

Be sure to stop by the MomAngeles  / MomFair table to enter the raffle at the event. Prizes include a One Hour Free Career Counseling Session with JVSLA. And MomAngeles will be giving away FREE MomAngeles Perks Cards to everyone attending!

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DONATE TO BABY2BABY

Baby2Baby supplies LA families in need with essential baby gear and clothing for their children 0-12 years old. Bring your gently used donations or new packs of diapers to the event! They distribute these new and gently used items through a network of community based organizations. Baby2Baby asks that your donations are in excellent condition and you donate only what you would feel comfortable seeing your own baby or family member use. Nothing stained, dirty, with missing parts, etc. If you would like to donate a gently used car seat, please complete their safety form and submit it with your donation. Click Here for drop-off locations and hours.

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If you are a career or life coach, resume expert, recruiter, hiring manager, direct sales rep looking to grow your team, franchise recruiter, or a company offering employment to Moms email us to be part of TheMomFair! Email: galite@momangeles.com  


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