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PNC is celebrating Virtual Women in Business

Gabe Gibitz • September 3, 2020

Virtual programs cover a diversity of topics 

During the week of September 14, PNC is hosting virtual programs every day as part of its 10th Annual Women in Business Week. The programs cover everything from diversity and inclusion to fighting financial fraud to wellness activities for the mind and body, including a lively conversation with Orange theory Fitness Creator and Co-Founder Ellen Latham.

Michael Wheatley Jr., Louisville-based Commercial Banking VP, asked FEI to share this with our members and professional women on corporate teams. Please notify Michael at michael.wheatleyjr@pnc.com if you or your team register so that he knows they came through FEI.


Monday, September 14, 2020, 11:00 a.m.
Shellye Archambeau, Executive and Author 
A candid conversation with executive and author, Shellye Archambeau, about her career and experience as a Black female and her advice for creating a diverse, inclusive workplace culture. One of high tech’s first female African American CEOs, she has been featured in Forbes, the New York Times, and elsewhere.

Tues., Sept. 15
 11 a.m.
Votes for Women
2020 marks the centennial anniversary of the ratification of the 19th amendment, guaranteeing and protecting women’s right to vote. During this webcast, historians in Nashville, Tenn. – the state that put ratification over the top – will discuss the suffragists’ hard fought battle to win the right to vote.

2 p.m.
Esports: Leveling the Playing Field for Women and Girls
A conversation with industry leaders who will debunk myths and shed light on the career and financial opportunities in this $1 billion industry for women and girls. Featuring insights from Angelica Sirabella of the Pittsburgh Knights Esports League and Auverin Morrow of Hi-Rez Studios. 

4 p.m.
Story Time with PNC Great Readers
With schools and many early learning centers closed due to the COVID-19 pandemic, it has been challenging for families to keep children entertained. PNC spearheaded a creative response to these challenges with the creation of PNC Great Readers, featuring more than 30 community partners from across PNC’s markets reading aloud their favorite children’s books on video

Wed., Sept. 16
10 a.m.
Brand Trust in 2020
Building trust in your brand can lead to deeper, more resilient relationships. Experts from global communications firm, Edelman, share results from their Trust Barometer Survey.

12 noon
Celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month with Nina Vaca
A lively conversation with Nina Vaca, Pinnacle Group chairman and CEO, and the Presidential Ambassador for Global Entrepreneurship. Hosted by PNC’s Office of Diversity and Inclusion and Latino Employee Business Resource Group.

2 p.m.
Fighting Financial Fraud
A conversation about this parallel pandemic and how to protect yourself and your company, with PNC Chief Security Officer Debbie Guild and PNC Treasury Management Executive Miranda Creel. 

Thurs., September 17
11 a.m.
Keynote Presentation: PNC Presents a Q&A with Ellen Latham - Creator and Co-Founder, Orangetheory Fitness
In “The Heartbeat of a Billion-Dollar Business,” Ellen shares how she grew a business that she started in her own home into a successful fitness franchise. Highlights: 1) Turning a job loss into an opportunity. 2) The importance of mentorship. 3) Deciding to franchise. 4) Overcoming challenges due to COVID19.

Friday, September 18 
10 a.m.
Virtual Yoga

12 noon
Reel Fitness

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