Updated: Aug 24, 2024
By Michael Infanzon
Friday, Aug. 30, 11:30 a.m.In-person at George & Dragon English Pub, 4240 N. Central Avenue, Phoenix 85012
Luncheon is $25 by check or cashor $26 with credit card at the door.
Understanding the Role of a Lobbyist
Why advocacy is important to everyone and the role lobbyists play in shaping policy.
Lobbyists are professional advocates who influence political decisions on behalf of individuals, organizations, or groups. Their primary goal is to persuade lawmakers to support policies that align with their clients' interests.
Advocacy is Important to Everyone
Participatory Democracy: Lobbying allows citizens to have their voices heard indirectly, ensuring diverse interests are represented in the legislative process.
Access to Legislators: Lobbyists connect the public with lawmakers, bringing important issues to their attention that might otherwise be overlooked.
Educational Role: They provide legislators with expert knowledge and detailed information, helping them make informed decisions on complex issues.
Aggregating Interests: By representing multiple stakeholders, lobbyists present a united front that amplifies the impact of individual voices in policy-making.
ABOUT MICHAEL
Raised by a single mother in Miami, Florida, Michael enlisted in the Marine Corps after graduating from high school. In 1995, Michael relocated to Arizona following his service in the Marine Corps, where he served as a combat veteran with Weapons Company, 1st Battalion 7th Marines in the Persian Gulf. After completing college, he was ordained as a pastor for two Southern Baptist churches.
For almost a decade, Michael held the position of Executive Educational Advisor for MCB Camp Lejeune in North Carolina. He later transitioned to become the Legislative Director for ABATE of Arizona, the state's most prominent motorcycle rights organization. Throughout the years, Michael has spearheaded several non-profit organizations and launched four prosperous business ventures. He also conducts leadership seminars nationwide for nonprofit executives.
Michael's achievements have been recognized through many awards, including the Motorcycle Rider's Foundation's State Legislative Award in 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2022 and the Arizona Motorcycle Safety and Awareness Foundation's Communication & Dedication Award in 2018. Michael attained his undergraduate degree from Cal-Poly in San Luis Obispo and his graduate degree in Theology from Golden Gate Seminary. He also earned his J.D. from ASU and completed courses and received certificates in project management, grassroots advocacy, community mobilization, and grassroots leadership.Reservations:ImpactforEnterprisingWomen1@gmail.com
Presented by Bogi Lateiner
Luncheon is $25 by check or cash or $26 with credit card at the door.
Reservations: ImpactforEnterprisingWomen1@gmail.com
You can connect with more of your ideal customers, grow your business, and improve your life through community involvement and charity work. Bogi will share how she grew both of her auto repair businesses and became a national TV celebrity and industry influencer.She'll also share her current charity project - Build with Women for Change - an all-female vehicle build that will be donated to Maggie's Place.
About Bogi
Bogi is a committed automotive industry advocate, dealer-trained BMW and ASE master certified technician, and a fierce proponent for inspiring women to pursue opportunities within the automotive and skilled trade industries.
Her passion for empowering women led her to start her first shop 180 Degrees Automotive, which she successfully ran for 13 years. That experience, combined with her strong belief in advocacy, inspired her current shop, Girl Gang Garage. This shop provides women of all ages and experience levels a unique environment to come together and collaborate in practical learning opportunities.
Bogi is also a prominent speaker and educator, leveraging her 20 years of industry experience, passion, and genuine love for cars.
Girl Gang Garage
Reservations:ImpactforEnterprisingWomen1@gmail.com
Presented by Cathy Droz
Reservations at impactforenterprisingwomen1@gmail.com
NEW LOCATION - George & Dragon English Pub, 4240 N Central Ave, Phoenix, AZ 85012
$25 cash or check / $26 CC or PayPal
In today's competitive marketplace, understanding your target audience is paramount to success. For far too long, businesses have catered primarily to the male consumer, overlooking the immense purchasing power and unique preferences of women. However, the tides are shifting, and those who can tap into the female psyche will unlock a goldmine of opportunity.
In this presentation, you will learn how to:
Uncover the void or pain point then empower yourself "to be the change."
Understand that women want an experience when buying a product or service.
Shatter the myth that men and women think and buy alike,
Get ready to redefine your approach and watch your business soar to new heights. Cathy will cover these timely topics:
Gender Pricing Disparity
The Importance of Experience over Sales Pitch
Buying Power of Women
Gender Imbalance in Corporate Boards
Best Companies for Customer Experience
Treating Nonprofits Like For-profit Entities
About Cathy Droz, A Trailblazer in the Automotive Industry
Cathy Droz is an accomplished automotive journalist, author, speaker, trainer, and consultant. Known as a disruptor in the automotive dealership industry, Cathy authored "A Woman's Guide to Buying a Car with Confidence and Street Smarts: Don't Let These High Heels Fool You." Her mission extends beyond writing, as she actively teaches male-dominated businesses how to attract and sell to female buyers.
A New York native, Cathy has been an entrepreneur for 32 years, carving out a significant niche in the automotive world. She has test-driven over 700 vehicles, sharing her insights on social media and reviews on her YouTube channel, HER Certified. Cathy's dedication to her work is driven by her goal to inspire other women to thrive in male-dominated industries with grace, confidence and empathy.
With just a high school diploma and a lot of confidence, Cathy has built a remarkable 50-year business career. She shares her wealth of experience through training sessions, speaking engagements, and her favorite role, emceeing. She puts on events at dealerships for women only that includes speakers, wine and networking.
Her mother's advice, "Stop complaining, be part of the solution," has been a guiding principle in her life. While her journey hasn't been easy, the desire to leave a legacy for her daughters and granddaughters in the auto industry motivates her daily.
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