Webinar Wednesdays

 

Late 2018, Women in Energy began hosting Webinar Wednesdays.  Each webinar begins at 12:15 pm and lasts for 30-45 minutes.  So grab your lunch, join fellow members and tune into one of our webinars.  All our webinars are presented by our Corporate and Individual members and other industry experts.

Our 2024-25 schedule is building and we are excited about some of the topics coming your way.  If you are a presenter, please feel free to complete the online form.  If you want to learn more about a topic, let us know.

Keep checking back because our schedule is routinely updated.

Feb
2
Wed
Heat Pumps 101
Feb 2 @ 12:15 pm – 1:00 pm

Robert O’Brien, Technical Heating Company is back to share his knowledge about Heat Pumps. With emphasis on Energy and the grid, there is more demand for the equipment to be used to heat and cool spaces. This webinar is designed to give you a better understanding about the basics of heat pumps.

To register  . . . .

Feb
9
Wed
Biodiesel 101 and Renewable Diesel 101
Feb 9 @ 12:15 pm – 1:00 pm

Navigating the waters of carbon reduction can be challenging and confusing.  With so many different fuel options, and so much information out there, knowing what the best solution for your needs are can get overwhelming quickly.  Join us as we learn about biodiesel, renewable diesel, and blends of the two to better understand which product may be the best solution for you.

A little about  our presenter . . . As Manager, Quality Assurance for Renewable Energy Group, Kelsey Erickson focuses on technical issues throughout Renewable Energy Group’s biofuel production and distribution network. Kelsey works in REG’s Technical Services team which focuses on improving production quality and efficiency at REG’s production facilities and provides technical support to petroleum companies, engine manufacturers, transportation fleets, and city, state and federal agencies as they incorporate biodiesel and renewable diesel into their fuel programs.

Apr
6
Wed
4 Strategies to Stay Grounded When the S*&@ Hits the Fan
Apr 6 @ 12:15 pm – 1:00 pm

About the Presentation:

According to a leadership study conducted by McKinsey, there are 4 common qualities leaders exhibit of high performing teams, which includes being supportive, results driven, seeks different perspectives, and solves problems effectively. Developing leadership skills takes purposeful practice over time and the ability to see the trees from the forest in complex and emotional environments. Fight, flight or fawn is a natural human response in intense moments. However, that is when leaders need to rise up and be able to take action.

Women in positions of leadership are in a fishbowl. With every move, there are judgements externally, and sometimes most of all of ourselves.

Attend this session to learn how to:
• How to quickly problem solve when called upon
• Identify what you can and can’t control and take action
• Lean into your strengths
• Have confidence in your decisions

About the Presenter:

Kendall Rawls: https://seekingsuccession.com/author/kendallrawlsgroup-com/

Kendall is the Director of Development for The Rawls Group. Since officially joining the firm in 2004, she has navigated issues that many business owners face, including working effectively with family, building rapport with key management and outside strategic partners, influencing teamwork, and implementing strategic initiatives to drive growth and increase organizational performance. Kendall knows and understands the challenges that impact entrepreneurial-owned businesses’ success and offers a unique perspective derived from her background and experience as a second-generation, family-member-employee of The Rawls Group.

 

Kendall is a frequent contributor to national industry publications in automotive retail, multi-unit franchise, marine, and energy. In her spare time, Kendall enjoys spending time with her dog, practicing yoga, playing beach volleyball, and volunteering for her local neighborhood association.

Apr
20
Wed
Indoor Air Quality
Apr 20 @ 12:15 pm – 1:00 pm

Rick Pothier, EDOS – he will be doing an intro session for our group about Indoor Air Quality

Indoor air quality has 6 points of control Temperature—Relative Humidity—Particles—Odors and Smells—Carbon Dioxide—Carbon Monoxide

We will review these points of control and how they may interact with each other and affect or improve your indoor air quality.

Understanding the role of Humidifiers, Dehumidifiers, Ventilators, UV lights and Filtration and how they can improve your customer’s comfort.

 

To advance register for this Intro session, click here.

May
4
Wed
Building Your Financial Safety Net
May 4 @ 12:15 pm – 1:00 pm

Paula Simmons of Utilities Employee Credit Union, will be speaking about our partnership with them and ways you can begin or improve your safety net.

Nov
9
Wed
Generator Introduction – 101
Nov 9 @ 12:15 pm – 1:00 pm

Are you utilizing Generac Generators to grow your business and profits?

With less than 5% of US households equipped with a backup standby generator, and power outages on the rise, are you using Generac Generators as a tool to grow your business? Find out why Generac is the market leader in generators. From quality, differentiation, and support, we have you covered. Backed in the Northeast by a leading distributor, FW Webb, stock is strong, and expertise is abundant. Learn more about the overall product offering, why this market is exploding, breadth of product available, installation overview, marketing programs, and more tips on how you can partner with FW Webb and Generac as a growth tool. Lean more about the overall market statistics, and product details. Don’t get left in the dark, register today and let us shed some light on one of the most powerful, and electrifying markets in the US today.

Presenters:  Darryl Corey, Generac and Michael DelConte, F.W. Webb

Nov
16
Wed
4 Strategies to Find your Path in the Family Business
Nov 16 @ 12:15 pm – 1:00 pm

It can be easy to get lost in a family business. Not knowing who you are and what you want to from what the family, key leaders, and anyone who has an opinion or stake in your or the business’s future. Constant conflict or shutting down to what you want are common when trying your best to navigate a win-win-win. Sadly, what we forget is we often lose in that scenario. Balancing self, family, and business requires proactive work, otherwise, resentment builds.

Family members who work in a family business have to work harder to find personal independence because they are so close to “the tree” of family and key leader stereotypes, and the baggage that can come from assumed enablement of the family business environment.

This discussion focuses on 4 strategies to fulfill your personal goals and create an environment for you to be the best you can be for yourself and those around you.

Presenter is Kendall Rawls, the Rawls Group.  Kendall has done other webinars for our group.

 

Nov
30
Wed
Resolving Generational Clashes at Work
Nov 30 @ 12:15 pm – 1:00 pm

Managing a multigenerational workforce with so many different perspectives, experiences, values and goals poses a unique organizational challenge for company leaders.

We will highlight the perennial clash that occurs—in every generation—between newcomers with fresh perspectives and more-experienced elders.

Join us to discuss how leaders can manage these clashes.

Attendees will understand:

  • What defines generations
  • What the generations at work want
  • Tools for creating better connection between generations

About our Presenter:  Nikki Evans:

Nikki believes that work should be a place where we can thrive.  She helps leaders and teams identify strengths, see what is getting in the way of success and create actionable plans to get more of what they want. She is on a mission to make workplaces work… better.

Nikki has a 20+ year background in information technology in various leadership roles. She earned a PCC from the International Coach Federation and the EMCC Global Team Coaching Individual Accreditation (ITCA) along with an MBA from Georgia State University and a BA in Psychology from University of Georgia.

 

Dec
7
Wed
What the IRA Means to your 2023 Marketing Campaign
Dec 7 @ 12:15 pm – 1:15 pm

The passage of the Inflation Reduction Act has impacted our industry. There are tax credits and rebates for biofuels and oil-fired equipment, as well as strong incentives for electric heat pumps and other alternative energy technologies. This webinar will help you to alleviate any confusion your customers might have, and we’ll give you the tools to successfully promote Bioheat® fuel and equipment upgrades in a post-IRA world

Presenters: David Heiser, Regional Sales & Marketing Coordinator PriMedia, Inc. and Jim Collura, NEFI Vice President & Director of Government Affairs.

 

 

Dec
14
Wed
Financial Well-being: Times are Changing: Budget and Investment Considerations in an Inflationary Environment
Dec 14 @ 12:15 pm – 1:00 pm

Description:

With inflation at a 40-year high, investors are faced with challenges to stretch their dollars optimally to meet both short term and long term savings and investment goals.  In this webinar, we will review 9 critical personal finance steps to set yourself up for success going in to the new year while managing the challenges this current inflationary environment presents.

Presenter:

As Vice President, Retirement Services at Marsh McLennan New England (MMA), Lisa Buffington, works with for profit and non-profit organizations’ finance, human resources, and benefits groups to assist with all aspects of their retirement plans including fiduciary oversight, fee and investment benchmarking, as well as participant engagement and financial wellbeing strategies.

Lisa has a strong passion for women’s professional development, financial literacy education, and urban city K-12 educational reform.  She is the past president of the Women in Pensions Network’s (WIPN) national group (WIPN) and worked with the team responsible for launching WIPN’s non-profit, and now currently co-chairs WIPN’s Connecticut Regional Chapter.  She is the board chair for a start-up non-profit charter management organization, Capital Preparatory Schools, and is actively involved in Junior Achievement.  She graduated from the University of Massachusetts, Amherst with a degree in Business Management.  Lisa obtained the Accredited Investment Fiduciary (AIF) and Certified Plan Financial Advisor (CPFA) designations, and currently holds FINRA Series 6 and 63 licenses.  Lisa has been named one of the National Association of Plan Advisors (NAPA) Top Women Advisors for 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021 and 2022.