WM Lead In Affinity Group

Topic –Own Your Story

What does it mean to own your story? Join us as we welcome Beth and Mary, both relational story-tellers, as they inspire those in attendance to understand the narrative of why showing up in your story matters. Using their personal and professional experience, in conjunction with humor and tailored application they plan to share a bold message of perseverance and decision-making during life’s seasonal transitions and adversities.

NEW LOCATION (For March only)

• Kid’s Food Basket - 1300 Plymouth Ave NE, Grand Rapids, MI 49505
• 9:00 – 11:00 am

Mary Dale

As Convivial Brands Global Vice President of Human Resources, Mary Dale is responsible for human capital management, total rewards program development and execution, employee engagement, diversity and inclusion, and leadership development for multiple companies under the Convivial Brands umbrella to include Design Design, Verdant Graphics, Tableau, Style Life, Evodus, Ortanique, and the High Five Grand Rapids. In this role, she leads human resources initiatives for team members across 41 states. Before joining Convivial Brands in November 2019, Mary was the Chief Human Resources Officers for Metron Integrated Health System where she was responsible for accelerating Metron’s Human Resource transformation through leadership, differentiated talent models, creating strategies for attracting and retaining top talent, and building a culture of engagement. Under Mary’s leadership, Metron implemented a new talent acquisition strategy, compensation philosophy and structure, total rewards package, employee recognition program, and new HR model. To read more about Mary click here.

Beth Fisher

Beth Fisher is a motivational speaker and life coach who has persisted and persevered amidst a sea of uncertainty and life changing seasonal transitions. Beth is a passionate inspirer of people, especially those seeking to understand their true meaning and worth. She has spent the last twenty-five years in corporate sales, teaching thousands of people within some of the largest Fortune 500 companies to identify and execute process improvement—both personally and professionally.Beth has a Bachelor of Science degree in Human Ecology and a Business minor from The Ohio State University. She also has a Masters in Ministry (M.Mn.) degree, and a Masters in Theology (M.A.T.S.) degree from Bethel University.Her strong business acumen coupled with a passionate desire to help others traverse difficult life journeys is what led her to recently resign from the for-profit world and pursue her calling. She is now Vice President of Advancement for Mel Trotter Ministries. To read more aobut Beth click here.

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Lead In Affinity Group
Participate with other professionals in philanthropic activities, engage in leadership and professional development, and build a professional network through social activities. Whether you are just starting your career, blazing a new path, or an established mentor - this group is designed to bridge generational gaps allowing everyone to emerge as stronger leaders.

Chairs
Amy Gerard, AmyGerard@challengergray.com
Amy Ritsema, amy@onsitewellnessllc.com