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SUMMARY:Leading with Purpose\, Power\, and Poise
DESCRIPTION:Featured Guest Speaker—\nEricka Dunlap | Founder & CEO\, Crown Communication Group\nMiss America 2004 | Community Strategist | Advocate for Equity \nSpecial Thanks to Our Luncheon Sponsor:\n \nTopic:\nLeading with Purpose\, Power\, and Poise \nIn her message\, “Leading with Purpose\, Power\, and Poise\,” Ericka Dunlap draws from her extraordinary journey—from breaking barriers as Miss Florida and Miss America to building a successful career as a business leader and communications strategist. With a dynamic blend of personal insight and professional experience\, Ericka challenges women to lead with authenticity\, set bold goals\, and embrace their influence with confidence and grace. Her message is a powerful call to action: that true leadership is not just about being seen—but about knowing who you are\, why you lead\, and how to uplift others along the way. \nHow This Will Benefit Our Members\nWe will be inspired and empowered by Ericka’s message\, “Leading with Purpose\, Power\, and Poise.” Drawing from her groundbreaking experiences and professional success\, Ericka offers practical insights on leading authentically\, embracing your influence\, and setting bold\, meaningful goals. Attendees will walk away with renewed confidence and clarity on how to lead with intention—while uplifting others and making a lasting impact. \nThis luncheon offers a unique opportunity to reflect\, reconnect with your purpose\, and elevate your leadership presence. Ericka’s message will leave you energized to take your next steps with strength\, strategy\, and confidence. \nMeet Our Speaker:\n \nEricka Dunlap is an award-winning public relations strategist\, accomplished speaker\, entrepreneur\, and community advocate with a passion for helping others lead with authenticity and purpose. \nIn 2003\, Ericka made history as the first Black woman to be crowned Miss Florida in the pageant’s 85-year history. The following year\, she won the title of Miss America 2004\, using her national platform to spark meaningful conversations around diversity\, inclusion\, and cultural awareness—topics she continues to champion today. \nAs CEO of Crown Communication Group\, Ericka leads a multidisciplinary strategic consulting firm based in Orlando\, where she helps brands and organizations shape impactful messaging through storytelling\, strategy\, and intentional engagement. She’s also a seasoned television host and performer\, with appearances on The Oprah Winfrey Show\, The Amazing Race\, Live with Regis and Kelly\, and stages like The Apollo and The Grand Ole Opry. Her recent work includes hosting the award-winning web series Cleverest and the nationally distributed talk show A Healthier Us for Advil. \nEricka is the visionary creator of A Christmas with Soul\, a heartwarming\, multi-city holiday experience showcasing soulful renditions of Christmas classics. She also authored a companion book by the same name\, filled with captivating imagery and seasonal reflections. \nThrough decades of service\, leadership\, and public engagement\, Ericka Dunlap has empowered audiences nationwide with messages of self-worth\, resilience\, and joyful leadership. She resides in Orlando with her daughter\, Mikelle Antoinette. \n 
URL:https://fewcfl.org/event/leading-with-purpose-power-and-poise/
LOCATION:Citrus Club\, 255 S Orange Ave STE 1800\, Orlando\, 32801\, United States
CATEGORIES:Members,Monthly Luncheon,Monthly Luncheon,Public
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SUMMARY:FEW New Member Reception
DESCRIPTION:FEW New Member Welcome Reception\nHosted by FEW Membership Committee \nJoin us for a casual after hours event with beverages and hors d’oeuvres. You’ll learn valuable information about our unique history\, how to get the most out of your FEW membership and meet the board. \nNovember 6\, 2025 from 5:30pm to 7:00pm \nHosted At & Sponsored By:\nArtisan Kitchen & Bath Gallery\n784 N Orange Ave\, Ste 106\nWinter Park\, FL 32789 \nRSVP by November 1\, 2025
URL:https://fewcfl.org/event/few-new-member-reception/
LOCATION:Artisan Kitchen & Bath\, 784 N Orange Ave #106\, Winter Park\, FL\, 32789\, United States
CATEGORIES:Event,Members
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SUMMARY:Voices of Leadership: Central Florida's Higher Education Presidents
DESCRIPTION:Florida Executive Women – Special Event \n \nDOWNLOAD FLYER \nVoices of Leadership: Central Florida’s Higher Education Presidents\nCentral Florida is fortunate to have so many women College and University Presidents. We welcome you to a panel of women presidents who will share their insights on higher education and their journeys to leadership. \nHow Does This Topic Benefit Executive Women?\nUnderstanding the local educational and workforce landscape is critical for us to understand as local leaders. The local Higher Education presidents can offer deep insights. Additionally\, we can learn and be inspired by the stories of local women leaders. \n5:00 PM – Parking/Arrival\n5:30 PM – Program Begins Promptly\n \n\nAppetizers will be served\nThe address will be sent to those who RSVP\n\nSpeaker Bios:\n \n\nBrooke Barnett is the 16th president of Rollins College. She took office on July 1\, 2025\, after serving as provost and executive vice president for academic affairs at Butler University. In that role\, Barnett provided strategic leadership for all academic programs and student success initiatives across undergraduate\, graduate\, and online platforms\, with a particular focus on student belonging and success\, faculty development\, and innovative learning experiences. She also served as a key member of the university’s executive cabinet and as second-in-command to the president. Prior to serving as provost\, Barnett was dean of Butler’s College of Communication. \nBefore her time at Butler\, Barnett spent nearly two decades at Elon University\, where she served in several senior leadership roles focused on academic and inclusive excellence. As associate provost and a member of the president’s senior cabinet\, she and colleagues created the nationally recognized Center for Access and Success\, which helps students from all backgrounds succeed in pre-K through graduate school. \nBarnett began her career as a journalist and media producer. \n \nDr. Georgia Lorenz began her tenure as the third president of Seminole State College of Florida on August 1\, 2018. Under Dr. Lorenz’s leadership\, Seminole State was named a top ten finalist for the 2025 Aspen Prize for College Excellence. Dr. Lorenz serves as the Chair of the Florida College System’s Council of Presidents. She is the immediate Past Chair for the board of IMPOWER\, which includes The Village program. The program offers safe\, affordable housing combined with comprehensive wraparound supports for homeless and former foster youth ages 18-24. In addition\, Dr. Lorenz serves on the boards of organizations including the Orlando Economic Partnership\, AdventHealth Central Florida division\, Heart of Florida United Way\, Florida Citrus Sports\, and the Association of Florida Colleges. She was recognized by Phi Theta Kappa with the Shirley B. Gordon Award of Distinction and by the Orlando Business Journal as a 2021 CEO of the Year\, a 2022 Power Player\, a 2023 Woman Who Means Business\, and as one of the 2025 Women of the Year by Orlando Magazine. \nDr. Lorenz has spent her career in higher education at both universities and community colleges\, working in student affairs\, academic research\, and academic affairs before joining Seminole State. She earned a Ph.D. in Educational Policy\, Planning and Administration at the University of Southern California (USC)\, where she was awarded the Delta Epsilon Dissertation Award of Merit. She holds a Master of Science in Education and Social Policy from Northwestern University and a Bachelor of Arts in English from Stanford University. \n \nKathleen Plinske serves as president of Valencia College\, a 70\,000-student community college located in Orlando\, Florida. As a first-generation college graduate\, Plinske is passionate about the role that education can play in transforming the lives of students and their families\, and in turn\, our communities. Prior to being selected in a nationwide search as Valencia’s fifth president\, Plinske had served at Valencia since 2010 as Campus President and as Executive Vice President and Provost. Prior to joining Valencia\, Plinske began her career at McHenry County College\, a community college in her hometown of Crystal Lake\, Illinois. \nA graduate of the Illinois Mathematics and Science Academy\, Plinske attended Indiana University Bloomington as a Herman B Wells Scholar\, earning a bachelor’s degree in Spanish and physics. A member of Phi Beta Kappa\, she completed a Master’s degree in Spanish from Roosevelt University and a doctorate in educational technology from Pepperdine University. An avid lifelong learner\, she has continued her education by subsequently earning a Master’s degree in business administration and a Master’s degree in industrial and systems engineering from the University of Florida. She is currently pursuing a second doctorate\, this one in philanthropy\, from Indiana University\, and is studying how to improve fundraising success in the community college sector.
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LOCATION:Rice Pavillion at Rollins College Campus
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SUMMARY:FEW Member Social by the Fire
DESCRIPTION:Join the FEW crew for a fireside social!\nHosted by FEW Events Committee \nJoin us for a casual after-hours event by the fire pit at The Taproom at Dubsdread in College Park. \nNovember 18\, 2025 from 5:00pm to 7:00pm \nRSVP by November 13\, 2025
URL:https://fewcfl.org/event/few-nov-social/
LOCATION:The Tap Room at Dubsdread\, 549 W Par St\, Orlando\, FL\, 32804\, United States
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