Professional Women’s Network

The Professional Women's Network (PWN) was established as a program of the Greater Durham Chamber of Commerce to foster the growth and advancement of women in the workplace. All Chamber members are invited to participate in PWN's programs and events. If you or your company is a member of the Durham Chamber and you would like to be added to the PWN e-mail list (receive the monthly newsletter, event announcements, etc.) please contact Danielle Kaspar at 919-682-2133 ext.233 or dkaspar@durhamchamber.org. 

Monthly Newsletter

PWN's monthly newsletter provides updates on upcoming programs and events. 

Do you know a PWN member who is doing something you and your colleagues find remarkable?  Have they won an award or received a promotion?  We want to know!  Please send your information to dkaspar@durhamchamber.org for inclusion an upcoming newsletter.  

Sponsorship Information

Sponsorship of the Professional Women’s Network includes high-level visibility and prominent recognition at events and programs throughout the year.  For sponsorship information, contact Mable Rogers at (919) 682-2133 x232 or mrogers@durhamchamber.org.  

Success Luncheon

PWN’s Annual Success Luncheon features a prominent, successful female public or private sector leader as keynote speaker.  At the Success Luncheon, the Inspiration Award recipient will be recognized.  

The 2008 Professional Women's Network Success Luncheon was held on Wednesday, October 1 at the Durham Civic Center.  Stephanie R. Counts, CEO and Co-Founder of the Women's InterCultural Exchange served as the keynote speaker.  Congratulations to Yvonne Pena, Director, Human Relations Department, City of Durham, for receiving the Inspiration Award.  

Educational Seminars

PWN holds monthly educational seminars of interest to women.  The PWN Advisory Committee created a balanced scorecard for these educational seminars designed to address four key issues - personal growth, professional growth, finances, and physical & mental health.  Click on the links below for more information on upcoming sessions and to register.  

  • November 20 - Creative Gift Giving Ideas - 11:30 a.m. - 1 p.m. at Durham Technical Community College Small Business Center, The Legacy Building

Networking Receptions

PWN hosts two networking events each year.  Sample fabulous food from area establishments while networking with the The Spring Fling will be held April 10, 2008 and the Mingle & Jingle December 2, 2008.  

Mentoring Roundtable : Ask the Experts

These forums offer participants the opportunity to ask questions of experts in professional fields in a group setting. They are offered in conjunction with the Women’s Business Center of NC.  In 2008 quarterly forums will be held on the following topics: marketing, human resources, business etiquette and sales.  

Advisory Committee

PWN is led by a voluntary Advisory Committee comprised of Chamber members. The role of the Advisory Committee is to direct PWN's mission and plan upcoming events and activities. They hold monthly meetings at the Chamber. 

For more information on the Professional Women’s Network, please contact Danielle Kaspar, IOM, Director of Programming & Events, at 919-682-2133 x233 or dkaspar@durhamchamber.org.