Women Communicators of Austin

☕ Get Ready for Careers Over Coffee: New Year Open Forum! 🌟 Start your year off right by joining us for an inspiring roundtable discussion at Careers Over Coffee South! This is a fantastic opportunity to connect with others, share insights, and gain fresh perspectives on your career path. Whether you’re seeking advice or just want to listen and learn, this informal gathering is perfect for you! 🗓 Date: Friday, January 10, 2025 🕗 Time: 8:00 AM - 9:30 AM 📍 Location: Easy Tiger, 3508 S Lamar Blvd #300, Austin, TX 78757 Don’t miss out on this chance to spark new ideas for 2025! RSVP here: https://ow.ly/fcfz50Urv2b

🌟 Mark Your Calendars! 🌟 Join us for an exciting evening of networking at Connect Over Cocktails hosted by Women Communicators of Austin! This is a fantastic opportunity to meet inspiring women in the community, share ideas, and build connections. 🗓 Date: Wednesday, January 8 🕔 Time: 5:30 PM - 7:30 PM 📍 Location: Pinthouse Brewing, 2201 E Ben White Blvd, Austin, TX 78741 Don’t miss out on this chance to expand your network! RSVP here: https://ow.ly/Sc5S50UruXZ

We had an amazing time at Connect Over Cocktails at Easy Tiger in North Austin! It was wonderful to see prospective members connecting with our community, sharing insights on breaking into freelancing and learning about the exciting events WCA has to offer. Thanks to everyone who joined us—we can’t wait to see you at the next one!

🎓 Exciting Opportunity for Central Texas Students! 🌟 Women Communicators of Austin is thrilled to announce the availability of WCA Scholarships for undergraduate students pursuing careers in communications or media! 🏆 Scholarships Available: Jo Caldwell Meyer Merit-Based Scholarship: $5,000 for academic achievement Julie Tereshchuk Need-Based Scholarship: $5,000 for students demonstrating financial need 🗓 Deadline to Apply: February 21, 2025 Don't miss your chance to secure financial support for your educational journey! Apply now: https://lnkd.in/eR5bDvup

Your team downsizes, and now you’re juggling extra roles with no extra pay—what’s next? Set boundaries, negotiate, or tough it out? Our mentors share advice on managing increased workloads while protecting your well-being. 💼✨ Read More Here: https://ow.ly/WlnA50UnVMg

With 30+ years in global communications, marketing, and nonprofit leadership, Jane knows this truth: No matter your age, you can always use someone to bounce ideas off and ask the right questions. Jane founded WCA’s Peer Mentor Program in 2013, earning accolades like the Gene Waugh Award for Mentoring. Her approach? Asking the big questions, identifying blind spots, and pushing mentees to set actionable goals. She’s helped countless professionals and students unlock their potential through thoughtful guidance and tough-and-fair accountability. Want to work with Jane or one of our other incredible peer mentors, please visit: https://ow.ly/mFQp50Ue7TP✨

"When I signed up for a mentor using WCA's mentor matching program, I had no idea what was in store for me. Fortunately, I was matched with a great mentor who contacted me promptly and asked thoughtful questions. She ultimately guided me through a career change with aplomb, humor, and powerful, positive energy. I was so lucky to benefit from my mentor's deep knowledge of the hiring process. She is a true professional, and I am grateful for her expertise. Anyone thinking of utilizing this fantastic service should make the move today. I felt supported having my mentor in my corner!" - Brooke Benson Our peer mentors are here for you too! Visit https://ow.ly/yT4Y50UcnkE to learn more about the program.

✨ The WCA Holiday Party is only ONE week away! Join us December 4th at Hank’s Austin for an unforgettable evening of food, drinks, and festive fun 🥂 Don’t miss your chance to celebrate the season and connect with inspiring women in the comms community 🎉 Tickets are required—get yours now! 🎟️ 🗓️ Wednesday, December 4th ⏰ 6:00pm-9:00pm 📍Hank’s Austin (Windsor Park) 🌟RSVP: https://ow.ly/pN6l50U5PR5 #WCAHolidayParty #WomenInComms

With a unique career journey starting as an English teacher, transitioning into tech sales, and now spanning nearly a decade in healthcare public relations, Vivvi has guided over 40 brands in the medical device and pharmaceutical industries in creating impactful B2B and B2C strategies at the agency level. Today, she draws on her diverse background to help mentees navigate some of their largest career challenges including career transitions and imposter syndrome. As the new Peer Mentor Chairperson, Vivvi is dedicated to uplifting her community, ensuring women have a seat at the table, and building meaningful connections in the communications space. If you're interested in working with Vivvi or learning about peer mentor program, please visit, https://ow.ly/l3FJ50UcjBE ✨ #Mentorship #PR #WomenInCommunications #Storytelling #CareerGrowth #Austin

For the first time ever, our Peer Mentorship Program is open to nonmembers through April as part of a special pilot program. 🎉 If you're a woman in Austin looking to grow in the communications field, this is your chance to connect with an experienced peer mentor, gain valuable insights, and advance your career. 📢 Don’t miss this opportunity to join a community that uplifts and empowers! Learn more or sign up today 👉 https://ow.ly/SZui50UcncK or email mentors@wcaustin.org with questions. #MentorshipMatters #WomenInCommunications #AustinProfessionals