BPW SIGNATURE PROGRAMS 

YOUNG CAREERIST PROGRAM

The Virginia Allen Young Careerist program is a specialty program developed to help young professional women polish their skills for leadership and presentations. The purpose of the program is to recognize the achievements of young working women, between the ages of 21 and 35, and to introduce them to the many diverse opportunities available with a membership in Business and Professional Women. Participation in this program will enhance written and oral communication skills, both of which are critical to any profession. In addition, it is an opportunity to meet and network with other young women in the same stage of their careers. Express yourself and become a powerful woman in the workplace.

All materials are available on our website http://bpwohio.com/signature-events/youngcareerist-program/. There you should download our topics, judging information, interview questions and bio sheet.

Important Dates

Deadline to YC State Chair,

Ursula Bess 513-829-5121

 March 24, 2024

(Bio Sheets and Speeches)

State Competition – April 20, 2024

Location TBD

State Conference – May 17-19 at Best Western Plus in Strongsville, OH

INDIVIDUAL DEVELOPEMENT PROGRAM

The Individual Development program was developed in the 1960’s to further enhance leadership and communication skills for working women. It has evolved over the years to meet the changing needs of women but the core of the program remains – with a communications and public speaking focus. BPW Foundation continues to support ID; a licensed Signature Program. Express yourself and become a powerful woman in action.

Materials available: Individual Development overview, participant eligibility, participant bio information, judge score sheet and the 2023-2024 BPW/OHIO Legislative Platform sheet.

Important Dates March 24, 2024 Region Representative

Bio information sheet due to State Chair April 20, 2024

–Location TBD

State Conference – May 17-19 at Best Western Plus in Strongsville, OH