‘UNSTOPPABLE WOMEN SERIES’ TO HIGHLIGHT THE REMARKABLE CONTRIBUTIONS OF INSPIRING LOCAL WOMEN

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Girl Scouts of Kentucky’s Wilderness Road Launches Virtual Program Featuring Inspiring Female Role Models from Kentucky & Greater Cincinnati 

ERLANGER, Ky. – September 25, 2020– Girl Scouts of Kentucky’s Wilderness Road (GSKWR) announces the launch of a brand-new virtual series designed to highlight extraordinary local women who have impacted the local community and shaped business and civic sectors throughout the State of Kentucky and Greater Cincinnati. Backed by over a hundred years of excellence, Girl Scouts has a proven track record of fueling the female leadership pipeline by providing rigorous leadership development opportunities. 

The ‘Unstoppable Women Series’ will act as a tribute to the effective and inspiring programming that Girl Scouting offers, with many of the ‘Unstoppable Women’ pointing to skills learned through their involvement in Girls Scouts as instrumental to their personal aspirations and career achievement. Nearly 80% of women who have had Girl Scout experiences attribute their personal and professional success to Girl Scouting. 

Kicking off Unstoppable Women will be Rachel Roberts, Kentucky State Representative (D), business owner and philanthropist; Rachel also serves on the GSKWR Board of Trustees.    Girl Scouts will participate in the virtual series by leading the Q&A sessions with the ‘Unstoppable Women’ guests. Inspirational women from Kentucky and Greater Cincinnati will be featured in the 2020-21 series, including: 

·       Rachel Roberts, Kentucky State Representative – Tuesday, September 29 at 4:30pm

·       Nancy Grayson, President, Horizon Funds – Tuesday, October 13 at 4:30pm

·       Michelle Krummen, Head of Talent, 84.51 – Tuesday, October 27 at 4:30pm

·       Lacy Starling, President, Legion Logistics – Tuesday, November 10 at 4:30pm

·       Carolyn Noe, CEO, Superheroines – Tuesday, December 8 at 4:30pm

·       Rosemary Schlachter, Philanthropist & President, 25th Hour – Tuesday, January 5 at 4:30pm

·       Wendy Vonderhaar, CEO, Intrinzic, Inc. – Tuesday, January 19 at 4:30pm

·       JoAnne Kennard & Molly Edmondson, Principals, Mojo Advantage – Tuesday, February 2 at 4:30pm

·       Lisa Daugherty, Director of Tax, Luxottica – Tuesday, February 16 at 4:30pm

·       Gina Goings, Sr. Vice President, Communications & Development, Urban League of Greater SW Ohio– Tuesday, March 2 at 4:30pm

Adults and students of all ages and genders are invited to virtually attend the ‘Unstoppable Women Series’. Being a Girl Scout is not a requirement to participate; anyone interested in hearing the rich stories, experiences and guidance of local female leaders are welcome to attend. To access a virtual session of the ‘Unstoppable Women Series’ simply complete a gratis registration through Eventbrite. The first session scheduled for Tuesday, September 29 is open for registration: uwseries.eventbrite.com 

About Girl Scouts of Kentucky’s Wilderness Road

Recognized as the premier leadership opportunity for female ambition in Kentucky, Girl Scouts of Kentucky’s Wilderness Road (GSKWR) serves over 8,000 girls and young women in 66 Kentucky counties and 1 Ohio county.  With opportunities around the world, GSKWR advocates creativity and free choice, encouraging girls and young women to explore their passions and cultivate change through a focus on life skills, STEM, entrepreneurship and outdoor experiences. Through corporate partnerships in the State of Kentucky, GSKWR is creating a critical career pipeline of intelligent women leaders.  To learn more about how Girl Scouts of Kentucky’s Wilderness Road is creating experiential and leadership opportunities for growth, please visit www.gskentucky.org. 

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