WOMEN IN THE KNOW CELEBRATES ONE YEAR OF SUCCESSFUL CONVERSATION FORUMS BRINGING WOMEN TOGETHER

Summer 2014 Series to focus on the effects of globalization

LAKE FOREST, IL (MAY-JULY 2014) – Amie Marks, founder of Women in the Know, believes that women can move mountains when working together toward common good. Marks launched Women in the Know one year ago in May 2013, to offer women a platform by way of a series of discussions and complimentary luncheons to speak openly about world issues, current events, and timely topics. The series has touched on everything from GMO’s and organics, the U.S. healthcare system, and women’s issues in foreign countries. Throughout May-July 2014, Marks will speak on the effects of globalization.  

As the world tries to bounce back from a rough couple of years of economic turbulence and global uncertainty, it’s important for women to take charge of their lives and protect their families. According to InpowerWomen.com, women perform 66% of the world’s work, produce 50% of the world’s food, and earn only 10% of the income. Fortunately, there has been growing recognition that women are becoming the solution to our world problems. Many women’s groups and organizations are popping up, spreading awareness, hitting the streets, and getting their hands dirty.

Join Women in the Know in this women’s movement at the 2014 summer series from May-July. Marks will focus on the effects of globalization, taking a look at sustainable natural resources and women’s global positive influences. Current technology has stimulated an incredible growth in energy supply in the country, and it’s important for women to know how they can play their impactful role as it pertains to globalization.

The first luncheon in May will focus on a U.S. and global energy update and a look at the ever-changing energy supply in the U.S. and its global effect. June’s discussion will feature emerging markets, the world’s growing consumer bases and its drain on natural resources. July will wrap the series up discussing women’s roles in our global world, and the positive global effects of the growing role of women in politics, in the military, and in business.

Lake Forest Club (554 N. Westmoreland Rd. Lake Forest, IL 60045) from 11:30am-1:30pm –

·      Thursday, May 22, 2014 (RSVP by Monday, May 19)

·      Thursday, June 26, 2014 (RSVP by Monday, June 23)

·      Thursday, July 24, 2014 (RSVP by Monday, July 21)

Caffe DeLuca (7427 Madison St. Forest Park, IL 60130) from 11:30am-1:30pm –

·      Wednesday, May 21, 2014 (RSVP by Friday, May 16)

·      Wednesday, June 25, 2014 (RSVP by Friday, June 20)

·      Wednesday, July 23, 2014 (RSVP by Friday, July 18)

"The topics are timely and often already being discussed in the media. However, at this forum, there is no bias, no political influence,” says Women in the Know regular participant Brianne Claeys of Lake Forest. “You get the facts you need to make a personal educated decision on things that affect your life today."

Claeys isn’t the only “woman in the know” who has felt the effects of attending. Many women leave feeling more fulfilled with the enriching conversation at these luncheons. Much of the subject matter sparks ideas and thoughts that otherwise would not have crossed the mind. Women are the movers and the shakers, and all discussions relate back to women’s issues, health, and empowerment. Marks unveils these difficult topics and opens the closet door for women to express their true feelings, and urges them to take control and make a difference at home and in their community.

Women in the Know forums are free and open to the public – feel free to bring a friend! To reserve a space or for more information, please call 708.524.9374, e-mail melissa.dennis-araujo@raymondjames.com, or visit the new website at www.WomenInTheKnowForum.com. Topics are subject to change.

ABOUT AMIE MARKS