Delaware Today’s Women in Business Luncheon December 10, 2013

Hello friends and Happy Tuesday

Last week I attended Delaware Today’s signature event, Women in Business Luncheon (Upstate) which was held at The Chase Center on the Riverfront in Wilmington.  This annual event is held to showcase and highlight Delaware’s women in business and provides a great opportunity to network, share and connect with others.  It was a warm and beautiful December day made even more so by the smiling faces on the many men and women who came out in support. The lobby of the Chase Center was filled with hundreds of people engaged in lively conversations, and various Sponsors of the luncheon had tables of information, giveaways and games.  Music by Phillip Berger entertained the crowd with mellow sounds until noon, then we made our way into the main Ballroom for lunch and the afternoon program.

Inside the Riverfront Ballroom each table was decorated with a fresh and fragrant floral arrangement provided by Belak Flowers.  The owner Barbara Williams was seated next to me and we had a pleasant conversation throughout lunch.  On each seat was a take-away-tote bag provided by Del-One and it contained a few goodies from Bayada, YMCAde, Goldey Beacom College, Christiana Care, Ursuline Academy, Morris James LLP and Continental Jewelers.

The meal was delicious and consisted of a mixed greens salad, 1/2 Cornish Hen, Couscous, Steamed Broccoli and Cauliflower.  It was definitely far more than what I normally eat, so unfortunately the slice of cake remained uneaten!

Dr. Maria Hess, Editor-in-Chief of Delaware Today Magazine opened the program acknowledging the recipients of this year’s Women in Business Awards. As each name was read the women stepped to the podium and it was wonderfully encouraging to see the diversity among them all.  You can find the full list of recipients along with their photos on the Delaware Today website.

Emcee and NBC10 anchor, Tracy Davidson introduced the guest speaker, Dr. Janice Nevin, Chief Medical Officer, Christiana Care Health Systems.

Dr. Nevin gave an enlightening and sometimes humorous presentation.  She acknowledged the men and women who challenged her, giving her the resiliency to break through sexual barriers that once held her back.   Graduating from the once all-male St. Andrews High School in Middletown, was just the beginning of her becoming “the first female” in many areas of her life including during Medical School.  

Sheer determination and learning to “lean in” makes her the wonderful wife, mother, and Chief Medical Officer who is compassionate and resilient despite the odds. 

The day ended just as it started with lots of lively conversations, networking, sharing and smiles.  

Thank You Delaware Today for honoring these wonderful women!