Fitness for the Working Women
Kathy Faust, Willa Falk
Willa 650 345-8435
Women's Fitness and Health First and Foremost. Are we doing all we
can do while on the road to maintain physical fitness.
Mother’s and Daughters…Two Generations of Business.
Jennifer “Sam” Uhl, a Certified Financial Planner, CFP
Jenuhl@pacbell.net
Karen Leigh Uhl, Graphic Design
Kuhl@us.oracle.com
Jennifer Uhl, Graphic Design
Jmaurry@us.oracle.com
Bay Area Women takes a look at the generational differences of mothers
and daughters in business today.
Women and the World Wide Web
Vani Kola, Engineer
Lola Nunn, Graphic designer
Bay Area Women talks with two women on the cutting-edge of designing
for and utilizing the Web.
Women in Technology
Anne Gingras, co-founder of Systems Partners, Inc
650 917-2060
Monica Hein, production manager at Oracle
650 506-2104
Bay Area Women introduces you to Women In Technology, International
(WITI), an organization assisting women in high-technology industries.
Career Action Center
Sneha Melkote and Cindy Walker
1 408 253-3200
Find out what's happening at the Career Action Center on this week's
Bay Area Women. Bobbi and her guests talk about the many valuable resources
and services available.
Marketing…A Woman’s Perspective.
Judith Schwartz, judith@tothept.com
Beverly Travlos. 650 591-6596
Do women have a special skill set that helps or hinders with creative
marketing on the Net. These two creative women have much experience to
draw from
People Relating to People.
Margee Wapman., 650 321-4995
How do we keep avenues of communication open in our hectic world. Margee
Shares insights into what the most pressing problems of today seem
to be.
Africa..the Serengeti Experience
Ellie Webster, 650 574-4177
What fabulous encounters await you in East Africa. Let Ellie take you
on a photographic journey through this magnificent country.
Foreign Experience…Enhancing Careers.
Caroline Wheaton, 650 592-9095
Bay Area Women looks at how traveling and living in a foreign country
can enhance career opportunities.
Follow Your Heart
Terces Duet and Kathy Gonzales
www.fieldflowers.com
Bay Area Women talks with two local entrepreneurs who gave up their
day jobs to follow their dream and created their own inspirational "Field
Flowers." Hear their remarkable story
Demystifying Mortgages.
M.J. Viglizo, All California Mortgage, 650 343-2209
What pitfalls do women need to be aware of before securing loans. Are
there certain things to look for…how can you be sure it is the right loan.
Getting Started the Right Way.
Cathryn S. Gawne, Attorney
415 434-4484
Bay Area Women focuses this week on getting started in business the
right way. The chief counsel for the Women In Technology, International
(WITI) support group, talks about strategies for women entrepreneurs.
Technology…The Stretch.
Darlene Crane, Crane Associates,510 886-4483,
darlenecrn@aol.com
How can women break into the once male-dominated technology arena.Our
guest has her own consulting company and knows all too well the pitfalls
of having yourself as your boss.
Costuming…Creating the Illusion
Debbie Bernhardt
408 257-4561
Take a look at the fascinating world of theatrical costuming with Bay
Area Women. This program highlights Elizabethan wardrobe created by Deb
and provides us with a history lesson on fashion and costume design.
Right Brain, Left Brain
Debbie Bernhardt
408 257-4561
Creativity.. Can both sides of our brains work to the good of all??
See what our guest has to say about her wonderful skill-set and
how she uses all strengths of her personality.
The Women Behind Bay Area Women.
Astrid Chaisson 510 574-2881
Karyn Plank 650 941-9546
Who are the women of the Bay Area Women crew that make all the pieces
come together.
Dual Careers.
Carrie Ricks
650 345-5925
Is it possible to have more than one career and maintain balance. Can
you enjoy both or does one need to suffer.
California Vineyards…Where Dreams Come True.
Joy Bowman, Ruby Hills
925 417-2250
Have you ever dreamed of retiring and going into business as a vineyard
owner and winemaker?
Women In Sales Management.
Patti Lewis
How do you maintain balance as your staff and responsibilities grow.
Patti’s
Incredible rise up the corporate ladder led her to choices that had
to be made
Connecting People with Possibilities.
Rita Derbas, Founder Rita Derbas Speaks, www.ritaderbas.com
Find out how Rita helps clients to discover the elements of good decision
making and see the business possibilities that arise during times of crisis
and change.
The Creative Edge.
Andrea Cleall, Artist & Creator of Mama Annie Cookbooks, Coloring
Books
707 887-0554
How can you blend all of your creative talents into a life full of
passion and enjoyment. Mama Annie can create color books, bake fabulous
pies, paint with passion and still have time to enjoy life.
“A Tisket, A Tasket”…
Michele Taylor, Gourmet Gift Horse,510 252-1213, mtaylor@gghorse.com
Meet an entrepreneur who left the security of a successful corporate
job to build her own business. Now she is the toast of “Silicon Valley”
with her unique and extravagant baskets.
Match Making in the New Millineum.
Sally Pera, Business Consultant, Sallypera@aol.com
How do today’s busy, on-the-go executives meet the person of their
dreams.
Seltzer Sisters
Frada Merritt
650 595-2227
The lost delight of seltzer..and the entrepreneur who breathed new
life into the “egg cream” and brings her delightful stories to our audience.
Surviving Crisis
Bonny Upton
650 328-9610
Cancer Survivor describes how her life was devastated when a routine
mammogram detected her breast cancer. Bonny gives valuable insights
into dealing with and surviving a life-threatening crisis.
Traveling Alone Safely and Wisely.
Phebe Sandberg, All Wynds Travel
650 349-7012 X 114
Tips on how to travel by yourself and enjoy it from packing to deciphering
currencies.
Revolutionizing the Way We Dress
Francesca Freedman, Francesca Freedman, Inc.
fafz@email.msn.com
Bay Area Women talks with clothing designer Francesca Freedman about
her line of custom-tailored outfits and the best choices in fabric and
color when designing a wardrobe for the professional woman
Envisioning Tomorrow.
Barbara Courtney, 650 595-4409, bajeco@aol.com
Silicon Valley’s most respected and sought after psychic.
The Entrepreneurial Spirit
Diane Fasel, President of the Bellwood Group
www.bellwoodgroup.com
Bay Area Women discusses consulting work with companies undergoing
growth and change with expert Diane Fasel.
The Value of Bring Organized
Deborah Kanner, www.dedkanorganize.com
Professional organizer tells you some of the steps necessary to reduce
clutter and increase efficiency in both your personal and professional
lives.
Cakes for all Occasions
Guest: Kathy Perata, owner Kathy’s Kreative Kakes, 650 348-Kake(5253)
video yellow pages
See how simple classes developed into Kathy’s Kreative Kakes, extraordinary
cakes made for celebrity birthdays, company celebrations and Bay Area anniversary
parties.
Thinking Outside the Box
Terces Duet and Kathy Gonzales of "Field Flowers”
www.fieldflowers.com
How do you develop your creative potential and make it florish
Status, Style, and Glamour
Senina Sobajic, 408 973-0308, sobajic@ix.netcom.com
From wide brims to turbans to traditional cloches, find out what inspires
Senina's designs, and her amazing hat creations. See why she is such a
sought-after designer for plays and theatrical productions.
Total Wellness.
Guest: Cathy Balach, Goodbody’s, 408 867-9670
How do we keep our bodies living at optimum wellness despite the stress
and anxiety we experience each and every day. Do all thr vitamins and minerals
make a difference. Cathy shares her wealth of knowledge with us.
Caring Counts
Guests: Judy Hawkins and Maureen Wadiak, Community Services Agency
650 968-0836, www.csacares.org
Bay Area Women talks with Judy and Maureen of the Community Services
Agency of Mountain View and Los Altos. Learn about the important
work conducted by this charitable organization.
Adding That Special Touch
Caral Gruschin Newman, Founder & CEO, International Gift Express
www.janeapplegate.com
When your function would not be the same without the perfect take home
gift or remembrance piece. Adding the memorable touch.
ConsultLink, Inc.
Carol Lashman, The Talent Link of the Internet, www.consultlink.com
President of Consult Link, tells Bay Area Women about the career path
which led to the creation of her own internet-based computer consultant
company.
Maintaining our Mental Health
Margaret Ann Cochran, 408 358-1955, www.sfhc.com
How do we maintain a healthy attitude and psyche in today’s stress-filled
world.
Margaret gives us some healthy pointers on how to stay above the fray.
The Emerging World Of E-Commerce
Joanne Culver, The New Medium of Sales, 510 226-3819
joanneculver@provista.com
Bay Area Women visits with Joanne to discuss the path she took from
stenographer and key-punch operator to heading her own internet-commerce
company. Learn the importance of following your passion.
The Unsung Heroes of Fundraising
Sandra Farris, Publisher, 408 271-9047
Sandra discusses in detail the creation of her magazine from its inception
to its implementation and all the great causes it covers.
Commercial Growing Pains in Silicon Valley
Carla Cobb Davis, CEO, Davis Consulting, 408 268-8508
DBC-CarlaDavis@Compuserve.com
Bay Area Women talks about the difficulties of succeeding in the male-dominated
field of commercial real estate. Carla also discusses the unique
problems of working in a business partnership with her husband.
Coaching the Best of the Best
Jean Hollands, CEO, 650 966-1144 X301, jhollands@GLCcorp.com
Jean shares her insights as to who needs personal coaching and why.
The who, what, when and why’s of a personal coach. In today’s stress-filled
competitive market a coach can make all the difference.
Litigation: Equalizing Fairness or A Runaway Trend
Roberta Sueda Hayashi, Partner Berliner Cohen, 408 268-5800
rsh@berliner.com
Bay Area Women looks at the field of law and the recent rise in the
amount of litigation. Roberta discusses the implications of all this
legal wrangling, as well as discussing her career history as an Asian woman
breaking into a male dominated industry.
Shooting for the Stars
Guest: Xenia Madison Team Manager, Mary Kay Cosmetics
800 mary kay, xeniamk@aol.com
Xenia discusses her own personal struggles at a very young age and
how the Mary Kay philosophy helped direct her towards great success.
Customer Service: The Key to Longevity
Linda Curyea and Melinda Calene Calene and Curyea Consulting
mcalene@aol.com
Have you been dissatisfied with your treatment by company or store
personnel lately? Bay Area Women talks with consultants whose company
analyses and makes corrections to a businesses' customer service problems.
The Romance and Elegance of the Horse
Barbara Balestra, Instructor/Trainer Dressage Instruction
Portola Valley
650 688-6142
Barbara shares her passion for horses and discusses all the training
that led her to be one of the best trainers in Silicon Valley.
Building a Business…Inspiration to Implementation
Ida Centoni, Director of Listings, CEO
Nicole Tucker, Director of Operations, COO
925 838-1942
www.agents4u.com
Bay Area Women talks with Nicole and Ida about their successful partnership
venture in real estate. How do you take an idea and turn it into
a viable business?
Just How Diverse Can a Life Be?
Katherine Armagnac,
Do you have to have just one passion or can you have a diversity of
them.
From building homes to tending vineyards to collecting antiques, Katherine
has balanced being able to try it all.
Balance and Harmony
Cathy Reimers, Ph.D., Child and Adult Clinical Psychologist, DocReimers@aol.com
What complex issues having lasting affects in the ways adults deal
with their environment.
The Fascinating World of Hypnotherapy
Dorothy V. Tyo, 650 368-8222, dutyo@aol.com
What is Hypnotherapy ?? Bay Area Women explores this fascinating, growing
field.
What is it doing now, where is it going to be in the future ?
Growing Pains Wild Yet Wonderful Motherhood
Shannon Beth Wilson, Author, bethw@netwiz.net
Bay Area Women looks at that oldest of professions, motherhood.
Beth Wilson, author of four books designed to help new mothers cope with
the joys and stresses of child rearing, talks about her work.
The Sphere of International Acclaim
Celia Correas Zapata, Ph.D, 408 924-4617
How did a woman come so far in a male-dominated arena. Listen to Celia’s
intriguing stories of the difficulties and rewards.
The Intriguing World of Color and Design
Paula McChesney, ASID CID, McChesney Design Studio, 650 343-9610
Pmcdesign@aol.com
Explore the world of color and design on Bay Area Women. Interior
Designer, Paula McChesney talks about the hottest trends in home and office
decoration. Find out what your choice of color says about your personality.
Living with Horse Power
Rebekah F. “Becky” Witter, 650 326-9672, Rfwitter@aol.com
An intriguing author who interviewed people from Coast to Coast to
study the effects of Horse Power !! Why is there such a fascination with
horses.
A Girl Needs Cash
Joan Perry Take Charge Financial, 408 399-6600, www.takechargefin.com
Bay Area Women talks with Joan Perry, author of "A Girl Needs Cash,"
about how women must give up the idea of being "taken-care-of" and take
control of their own financial future. Joan gives strategies for
building an investment portfolio.
Caring for all the Animals
Penny Cistaro, Director of Operations, Peninsula Humane Society
650 340-7022
Pcistaro@peninsulahumanesociety.org
Valerie Hubachek, Fundraiser Co-Chair
What is being done to ensure our animals are being taken care of from
the raising of funds to the awareness of the community.
Take Wellness to Heart
Denise Lewis, Fundraising Chair, 650 366-3477
Kristina Ho, Executive Director of the American Heart Association,
Western States affiliate, kristinah@heart.org
Bay Area Women tackles the subject of heart disease, the number one
killer of both men and women in the United States. Kristina Ho and
Denise Lewis of the American Heart Association give you the information
that could save your life,
The Million Dollar Secretary
D’Anne Schjerning, C/O GTM Marketing, 408 395-2622
What wonderful possibilities can become realty with the right set of
circumstances and lots of hard work.
The Best Supporting Role
Juanita Nissley Hoover Institute, nissley@hoover.stanford.com
Secretary to George Schultz, Juanita talks to Bay Area Women about
her career choices and the stigma attached to the word "secretary."
Hear how Juanita's interesting career path finally led her to work that
she could feel passionate about.
Long Term Care Insurance
Jennifer “Sam” Uhl, CFP.,1-800 897-1611, jenuhl@pacbell.net
In the age of longevity, is long term care something all families should
be looking at? How to compare options and rates.
Songs of the Present and Past
Ellie Michaels, Madison Productions, mihart001@aol.com
Singer and songwriter, Ellie tells Bay Area Women what inspires her
lyric writing and her methods as a performer. Ellie also talks about
she balances the combination of career with home and family.
Cosmetic Surgery in the New Millenium
Missi Gallant, www.renew-you.com
Is cosmetic surgery a luxury or something to do to stay competitive.
Missi
Discusses how to select a doctor and reasons for surgery.
Designer Consignor
Annette Puchta, Annette’s Boutique, 650 596-0500 www.annettesboutique.com
Bay Area Women talks with Annette Puchta about her boutique business
selling designer fashions on consignment. Find out how you can recycle
your own wardrobe or find top label fashions at a fraction of their original
cost,
Unlocking the Hispanic Cultural Market
M. Isabel Valdez, 650 965-3859, isabel@accesscag.com
The Hispanic Market is the fastest growing market today. Isabel shares
her
Insights as to where it is going and why??
Living the Life You Dream, Languaging and Visualizing
Summer Simonton, Founder of Success Dynamics, summerspk@aol.com
Bay Area Women talks to Ms.Simonton, public speaker and founder of
"Success Dynamics." Hear how Summer changed her life when she learned
to let go of negative thought patterns and formulate strategies for success.
Women in the Political Arena
Rose Jacobs Gibson, County Supervisor, 650 363-4570,rosejg@co.sanmateo.ca.us
Rose is the first female African American appointed to the San Mateo
County Board of Supervisors. How has she accomplished all she has? From
single mother to mayor of the City now known as “The City on the Move”,
she’s been there.
Women in the Executive Suite
Diana LaTour, Executive
650 592-7572
Kristen Onken, CFO
Bay Area Women explores the increasing role of women in corporate America.
How are they advancing in the Executive Suite. They discuss their own histories
and give advice to women beginning their own careers
Fitness for the Working Women
Kathy Faust, Willa Falk
Willa 650 345-8435
Women's Fitness and Health First and Foremost. Are we doing all we
can do while on the road to maintain physical fitness.
Mother’s and Daughters…Two Generations of Business.
Jennifer “Sam” Uhl, a Certified Financial Planner, CFP
Jenuhl@pacbell.net
Karen Leigh Uhl, Graphic Design
Kuhl@us.oracle.com
Jennifer Uhl, Graphic Design
Jmaurry@us.oracle.com
Bay Area Women takes a look at the generational differences of mothers
and daughters in business today.
Women and the World Wide Web
Vani Kola, Engineer
Lola Nunn, Graphic designer
Bay Area Women talks with two women on the cutting-edge of designing
for and utilizing the Web.
Women in Technology
Anne Gingras, co-founder of Systems Partners, Inc
650 917-2060
Monica Hein, production manager at Oracle
650 506-2104
Bay Area Women introduces you to Women In Technology, International
(WITI), an organization assisting women in high-technology industries.
Career Action Center
Sneha Melkote and Cindy Walker
1 408 253-3200
Find out what's happening at the Career Action Center on this week's
Bay Area Women. Bobbi and her guests talk about the many valuable resources
and services available.
Marketing…A Woman’s Perspective.
Judith Schwartz, judith@tothept.com
Beverly Travlos. 650 591-6596
Do women have a special skill set that helps or hinders with creative
marketing on the Net. These two creative women have much experience to
draw from
People Relating to People.
Margee Wapman., 650 321-4995
How do we keep avenues of communication open in our hectic world. Margee
Shares insights into what the most pressing problems of today seem
to be.
Africa..the Serengeti Experience
Ellie Webster, 650 574-4177
What fabulous encounters await you in East Africa. Let Ellie take you
on a photographic journey through this magnificent country.
Foreign Experience…Enhancing Careers.
Caroline Wheaton, 650 592-9095
Bay Area Women looks at how traveling and living in a foreign country
can enhance career opportunities.
Follow Your Heart
Terces Duet and Kathy Gonzales
www.fieldflowers.com
Bay Area Women talks with two local entrepreneurs who gave up their
day jobs to follow their dream and created their own inspirational "Field
Flowers." Hear their remarkable story
Demystifying Mortgages.
M.J. Viglizo, All California Mortgage, 650 343-2209
What pitfalls do women need to be aware of before securing loans. Are
there certain things to look for…how can you be sure it is the right loan.
Getting Started the Right Way.
Cathryn S. Gawne, Attorney
415 434-4484
Bay Area Women focuses this week on getting started in business the
right way. The chief counsel for the Women In Technology, International
(WITI) support group, talks about strategies for women entrepreneurs.
Technology…The Stretch.
Darlene Crane, Crane Associates,510 886-4483,
darlenecrn@aol.com
How can women break into the once male-dominated technology arena.Our
guest has her own consulting company and knows all too well the pitfalls
of having yourself as your boss.
Costuming…Creating the Illusion
Debbie Bernhardt
408 257-4561
Take a look at the fascinating world of theatrical costuming with Bay
Area Women. This program highlights Elizabethan wardrobe created by Deb
and provides us with a history lesson on fashion and costume design.
Right Brain, Left Brain
Debbie Bernhardt
408 257-4561
Creativity.. Can both sides of our brains work to the good of all??
See what our guest has to say about her wonderful skill-set and
how she uses all strengths of her personality.
The Women Behind Bay Area Women.
Astrid Chaisson 510 574-2881
Karyn Plank 650 941-9546
Who are the women of the Bay Area Women crew that make all the pieces
come together.
Dual Careers.
Carrie Ricks
650 345-5925
Is it possible to have more than one career and maintain balance. Can
you enjoy both or does one need to suffer.
California Vineyards…Where Dreams Come True.
Joy Bowman, Ruby Hills
925 417-2250
Have you ever dreamed of retiring and going into business as a vineyard
owner and winemaker?
Women In Sales Management.
Patti Lewis
How do you maintain balance as your staff and responsibilities grow.
Patti’s
Incredible rise up the corporate ladder led her to choices that had
to be made
Connecting People with Possibilities.
Rita Derbas, Founder Rita Derbas Speaks, www.ritaderbas.com
Find out how Rita helps clients to discover the elements of good decision
making and see the business possibilities that arise during times of crisis
and change.
The Creative Edge.
Andrea Cleall, Artist & Creator of Mama Annie Cookbooks, Coloring
Books
707 887-0554
How can you blend all of your creative talents into a life full of
passion and enjoyment. Mama Annie can create color books, bake fabulous
pies, paint with passion and still have time to enjoy life.
“A Tisket, A Tasket”…
Michele Taylor, Gourmet Gift Horse,510 252-1213, mtaylor@gghorse.com
Meet an entrepreneur who left the security of a successful corporate
job to build her own business. Now she is the toast of “Silicon Valley”
with her unique and extravagant baskets.
Match Making in the New Millineum.
Sally Pera, Business Consultant, Sallypera@aol.com
How do today’s busy, on-the-go executives meet the person of their
dreams.
Seltzer Sisters
Frada Merritt
650 595-2227
The lost delight of seltzer..and the entrepreneur who breathed new
life into the “egg cream” and brings her delightful stories to our audience.
Surviving Crisis
Bonny Upton
650 328-9610
Cancer Survivor describes how her life was devastated when a routine
mammogram detected her breast cancer. Bonny gives valuable insights
into dealing with and surviving a life-threatening crisis.
Traveling Alone Safely and Wisely.
Phebe Sandberg, All Wynds Travel
650 349-7012 X 114
Tips on how to travel by yourself and enjoy it from packing to deciphering
currencies.
Revolutionizing the Way We Dress
Francesca Freedman, Francesca Freedman, Inc.
fafz@email.msn.com
Bay Area Women talks with clothing designer Francesca Freedman about
her line of custom-tailored outfits and the best choices in fabric and
color when designing a wardrobe for the professional woman
Envisioning Tomorrow.
Barbara Courtney, 650 595-4409, bajeco@aol.com
Silicon Valley’s most respected and sought after psychic.
The Entrepreneurial Spirit
Diane Fasel, President of the Bellwood Group
www.bellwoodgroup.com
Bay Area Women discusses consulting work with companies undergoing
growth and change with expert Diane Fasel.
The Value of Bring Organized
Deborah Kanner, www.dedkanorganize.com
Professional organizer tells you some of the steps necessary to reduce
clutter and increase efficiency in both your personal and professional
lives.
Cakes for all Occasions
Guest: Kathy Perata, owner Kathy’s Kreative Kakes, 650 348-Kake(5253)
video yellow pages
See how simple classes developed into Kathy’s Kreative Kakes, extraordinary
cakes made for celebrity birthdays, company celebrations and Bay Area anniversary
parties.
Thinking Outside the Box
Terces Duet and Kathy Gonzales of "Field Flowers”
www.fieldflowers.com
How do you develop your creative potential and make it florish
Status, Style, and Glamour
Senina Sobajic, 408 973-0308, sobajic@ix.netcom.com
From wide brims to turbans to traditional cloches, find out what inspires
Senina's designs, and her amazing hat creations. See why she is such a
sought-after designer for plays and theatrical productions.
Total Wellness.
Guest: Cathy Balach, Goodbody’s, 408 867-9670
How do we keep our bodies living at optimum wellness despite the stress
and anxiety we experience each and every day. Do all thr vitamins and minerals
make a difference. Cathy shares her wealth of knowledge with us.
Caring Counts
Guests: Judy Hawkins and Maureen Wadiak, Community Services Agency
650 968-0836, www.csacares.org
Bay Area Women talks with Judy and Maureen of the Community Services
Agency of Mountain View and Los Altos. Learn about the important
work conducted by this charitable organization.
Adding That Special Touch
Caral Gruschin Newman, Founder & CEO, International Gift Express
www.janeapplegate.com
When your function would not be the same without the perfect take home
gift or remembrance piece. Adding the memorable touch.
ConsultLink, Inc.
Carol Lashman, The Talent Link of the Internet, www.consultlink.com
President of Consult Link, tells Bay Area Women about the career path
which led to the creation of her own internet-based computer consultant
company.
Maintaining our Mental Health
Margaret Ann Cochran, 408 358-1955, www.sfhc.com
How do we maintain a healthy attitude and psyche in today’s stress-filled
world.
Margaret gives us some healthy pointers on how to stay above the fray.
The Emerging World Of E-Commerce
Joanne Culver, The New Medium of Sales, 510 226-3819
joanneculver@provista.com
Bay Area Women visits with Joanne to discuss the path she took from
stenographer and key-punch operator to heading her own internet-commerce
company. Learn the importance of following your passion.
The Unsung Heroes of Fundraising
Sandra Farris, Publisher, 408 271-9047
Sandra discusses in detail the creation of her magazine from its inception
to its implementation and all the great causes it covers.
Commercial Growing Pains in Silicon Valley
Carla Cobb Davis, CEO, Davis Consulting, 408 268-8508
DBC-CarlaDavis@Compuserve.com
Bay Area Women talks about the difficulties of succeeding in the male-dominated
field of commercial real estate. Carla also discusses the unique
problems of working in a business partnership with her husband.
Coaching the Best of the Best
Jean Hollands, CEO, 650 966-1144 X301, jhollands@GLCcorp.com
Jean shares her insights as to who needs personal coaching and why.
The who, what, when and why’s of a personal coach. In today’s stress-filled
competitive market a coach can make all the difference.
Litigation: Equalizing Fairness or A Runaway Trend
Roberta Sueda Hayashi, Partner Berliner Cohen, 408 268-5800
rsh@berliner.com
Bay Area Women looks at the field of law and the recent rise in the
amount of litigation. Roberta discusses the implications of all this
legal wrangling, as well as discussing her career history as an Asian woman
breaking into a male dominated industry.
Shooting for the Stars
Guest: Xenia Madison Team Manager, Mary Kay Cosmetics
800 mary kay, xeniamk@aol.com
Xenia discusses her own personal struggles at a very young age and
how the Mary Kay philosophy helped direct her towards great success.
Customer Service: The Key to Longevity
Linda Curyea and Melinda Calene Calene and Curyea Consulting
mcalene@aol.com
Have you been dissatisfied with your treatment by company or store
personnel lately? Bay Area Women talks with consultants whose company
analyses and makes corrections to a businesses' customer service problems.
The Romance and Elegance of the Horse
Barbara Balestra, Instructor/Trainer Dressage Instruction
Portola Valley
650 688-6142
Barbara shares her passion for horses and discusses all the training
that led her to be one of the best trainers in Silicon Valley.
Building a Business…Inspiration to Implementation
Ida Centoni, Director of Listings, CEO
Nicole Tucker, Director of Operations, COO
925 838-1942
www.agents4u.com
Bay Area Women talks with Nicole and Ida about their successful partnership
venture in real estate. How do you take an idea and turn it into
a viable business?
Just How Diverse Can a Life Be?
Katherine Armagnac,
Do you have to have just one passion or can you have a diversity of
them.
From building homes to tending vineyards to collecting antiques, Katherine
has balanced being able to try it all.
Balance and Harmony
Cathy Reimers, Ph.D., Child and Adult Clinical Psychologist, DocReimers@aol.com
What complex issues having lasting affects in the ways adults deal
with their environment.
The Fascinating World of Hypnotherapy
Dorothy V. Tyo, 650 368-8222, dutyo@aol.com
What is Hypnotherapy ?? Bay Area Women explores this fascinating, growing
field.
What is it doing now, where is it going to be in the future ?
Growing Pains Wild Yet Wonderful Motherhood
Shannon Beth Wilson, Author, bethw@netwiz.net
Bay Area Women looks at that oldest of professions, motherhood.
Beth Wilson, author of four books designed to help new mothers cope with
the joys and stresses of child rearing, talks about her work.
The Sphere of International Acclaim
Celia Correas Zapata, Ph.D, 408 924-4617
How did a woman come so far in a male-dominated arena. Listen to Celia’s
intriguing stories of the difficulties and rewards.
The Intriguing World of Color and Design
Paula McChesney, ASID CID, McChesney Design Studio, 650 343-9610
Pmcdesign@aol.com
Explore the world of color and design on Bay Area Women. Interior
Designer, Paula McChesney talks about the hottest trends in home and office
decoration. Find out what your choice of color says about your personality.
Living with Horse Power
Rebekah F. “Becky” Witter, 650 326-9672, Rfwitter@aol.com
An intriguing author who interviewed people from Coast to Coast to
study the effects of Horse Power !! Why is there such a fascination with
horses.
A Girl Needs Cash
Joan Perry Take Charge Financial, 408 399-6600, www.takechargefin.com
Bay Area Women talks with Joan Perry, author of "A Girl Needs Cash,"
about how women must give up the idea of being "taken-care-of" and take
control of their own financial future. Joan gives strategies for
building an investment portfolio.
Caring for all the Animals
Penny Cistaro, Director of Operations, Peninsula Humane Society
650 340-7022
Pcistaro@peninsulahumanesociety.org
Valerie Hubachek, Fundraiser Co-Chair
What is being done to ensure our animals are being taken care of from
the raising of funds to the awareness of the community.
Take Wellness to Heart
Denise Lewis, Fundraising Chair, 650 366-3477
Kristina Ho, Executive Director of the American Heart Association,
Western States affiliate, kristinah@heart.org
Bay Area Women tackles the subject of heart disease, the number one
killer of both men and women in the United States. Kristina Ho and
Denise Lewis of the American Heart Association give you the information
that could save your life,
The Million Dollar Secretary
D’Anne Schjerning, C/O GTM Marketing, 408 395-2622
What wonderful possibilities can become realty with the right set of
circumstances and lots of hard work.
The Best Supporting Role
Juanita Nissley Hoover Institute, nissley@hoover.stanford.com
Secretary to George Schultz, Juanita talks to Bay Area Women about
her career choices and the stigma attached to the word "secretary."
Hear how Juanita's interesting career path finally led her to work that
she could feel passionate about.
Long Term Care Insurance
Jennifer “Sam” Uhl, CFP.,1-800 897-1611, jenuhl@pacbell.net
In the age of longevity, is long term care something all families should
be looking at? How to compare options and rates.
Songs of the Present and Past
Ellie Michaels, Madison Productions, mihart001@aol.com
Singer and songwriter, Ellie tells Bay Area Women what inspires her
lyric writing and her methods as a performer. Ellie also talks about
she balances the combination of career with home and family.
Cosmetic Surgery in the New Millenium
Missi Gallant, www.renew-you.com
Is cosmetic surgery a luxury or something to do to stay competitive.
Missi
Discusses how to select a doctor and reasons for surgery.
Designer Consignor
Annette Puchta, Annette’s Boutique, 650 596-0500 www.annettesboutique.com
Bay Area Women talks with Annette Puchta about her boutique business
selling designer fashions on consignment. Find out how you can recycle
your own wardrobe or find top label fashions at a fraction of their original
cost,
Unlocking the Hispanic Cultural Market
M. Isabel Valdez, 650 965-3859, isabel@accesscag.com
The Hispanic Market is the fastest growing market today. Isabel shares
her
Insights as to where it is going and why??
Living the Life You Dream, Languaging and Visualizing
Summer Simonton, Founder of Success Dynamics, summerspk@aol.com
Bay Area Women talks to Ms.Simonton, public speaker and founder of
"Success Dynamics." Hear how Summer changed her life when she learned
to let go of negative thought patterns and formulate strategies for success.
Women in the Political Arena
Rose Jacobs Gibson, County Supervisor, 650 363-4570,rosejg@co.sanmateo.ca.us
Rose is the first female African American appointed to the San Mateo
County Board of Supervisors. How has she accomplished all she has? From
single mother to mayor of the City now known as “The City on the Move”,
she’s been there.
Turning the Tables
Bobbi Decker, Host/Co-producer Bay Area Women.
bobbi@bobbidecker.com
How did Bobbi get to be the host and co-producer of T.V.’s Bay Area
Women.
What is the most rewarding aspect of the program. What rewards lie
in interviewing all these fascinating women ?
Creating Predictable Results
Dianne Borsini Burr, CEO & Co-Founder
Nancy Wolfberg, Co-Founder
Jan Sommer,Ph.D., Entrepreneur/Mentor
Shirley Olea, Entrepreneur/Mentor
www.entrepreneursinc.com
How can you make the quantum leap to be all that you dreamed you
could be. Entrepreneur Mentors Inc. help clear that path for you through
mentoring.
Female Force on the Internet
Guest:Dr. Susan Duggan, CEO of Silicon Valley's World Internet Center,
Duggan@worldinternetcenter.com
Dr. Duggan discusses her amazing career and the critical role foreign
language and cultural skills played in her international business endeavors.
The Heart and Soul of the YWCA
Guest: Dr.Keri Procunier McLain,CEO YWCA Santa Clara County,www.ywca-scv.org
Ginger
Taylor McDonald, Chairperson, ginald@sjm.infi.com
What phenomenal strides are being made by women who care. With vision
and
energy, so many wonderful possibilities become realities. Meet two
women who create the difference.
The Glories of Egypt
Guest:Jill C.Freeman, Director of Rosicrucian Egyptian Museum
www.rosecrucian.org
From King Tut to the Pyramids, what is the fascination with this
glorious
civilization ??? What is it like to oversee such a magnificent era
?? Jill takes us on a journey through time.
100 Years of Tennis
Guest: Kristi Breisch, Director Sybase Open Tennis Tournament
www.sj-sharks.com
How did tennis go from long pants and button down shirts to earrings
and
million dollar purses. Follow the journey through 100 years with
our interesting, enlightening guest.
Opportunity in the New Millenium
Guest: Karen Burns, Shilling and Kenyon, SK consulting
www.skcpa.com
Karen’s dream is to mentor other women on the skill set that it
will take to
catapult them to the forefront in the new millenium.
Interplast-The Gift of Healing
Guest: Susan Hayes, CEO/President, susan@interplast.org
How wonderful, and challenging to bring hope to Third World countries
and
children born with disfiguring defects. Interplast’s volunteer doctors
and
staff make all the difference in their lives.
Personification of a True Giver
Guest: Gay Crawford, GayC@aol.com
As founder of Courageous Kids, Hospice of the Valley and the No.
California Cancer Incidence Registry Gay has touched many lives impacted
by this dreaded
disease.
A Progress in Work
Guest: Carol J. Emerson
www.yourHRdept.com
What does it take to pull yourself up and make new beginnings.
Where do you pull the courage and tenacity from?? Our guest enlightens
us.
San Jose Earthquakes,New and Improved
Guest: Lynne Meterparel, General Manager
www.sjearthquakes.com
In what is truly a male-dominated business, Lynne has established
herself
as a savvy General Manager of the San Jose Earthquakes Soccer Team.
How??
Solutions for Time Consuming Problems
Guest: Mari Gottdiener
www.outsolve.com
Time consuming matters can rob of us what we never seem to have
enough of..
TIME !! Getting the right support to deal with bureaucracy from
HMO claims
to credit issues will allow you to pursue your career and personal
Electronic Mentoring:
Guest:Carol B. Muller, Ph.D.
cbmuller@email.sjsu.edu
Founder and Director of MentorNet enlightens the viewers to women
helping
women, opening doors to opportunities that await women in the fields
of engineering and science. Mentors who make dramatic differences.
The .com World
Guest: Karae M. Lisle
klisle@mindspring.com
The fascinating and intriguing .com world. It has changed our lives
forever creating a whole new breed of millionaires. What will it bring
next.
Women of Achievement
Guests: Ysabel Duron newsduron@aol.com and Jennie Meehan
Our guests this evening will shed some light as to just what wonderful
advances
are being made by women today and the recognition they are receiving
for their contributions
A Sense of Delight
Guest: Nance Cheifetz
nance@senseofdelight.com
Ever wonder how a “fairy godmother” might change your life. Nance
has recipes to make you life more interesting and fulfilling. You can’t
care enough for yourself.
Women Helping Women
Guest: Chris DiSalvo, Founder of Professional Effects
profEff@aol.com, 408 265-0302
Chris is a woman who uses her expertise to make things happen. How
to utilize skills to help other entities achieve their results…it’s in
promotion and marketing.
Street Beat to Executive Suite
Guest: Mary Jean Connors, Knight Ridder
mconnors@KnightRidder.com
This Senior Vice President retraces her steps from a street reporter
to becoming a Sr.V.P. with the 2nd largest newspaper in the world. What
sacrifices and compromises were made.
Lissa in the Morning
Guest: Lissa Kreisler
lkreisler@Kbay.com
Don and Lissa show, 94.5Kbay Radio host from 5am-9am.
How does she rally everyday to meet these demands. Is her sunny
persona the real thing?? How does she balance family and a demanding career.
Ask Lissa !!!!!!!
Tempered Radicalism
Guest: Debra Meyerson,Ph.D, Visiting Professor Stanford University
debram@leland.stanford.edu, www.simmons.edu/gsm
Dr. Meyerson delves into the old prejudices that exist even in today’s
corporate climate. Her tale of “tall people” in a “short person’s” world
will surely hit home with every woman.
Win-Win Strategies of Today
Guest: Vanita Wells, vwells@eclipsegroup.com
Our guest has a wonderful, enlightening message.
She has been an instrumental leader in assembling a team of seasoned
industry veterans, and building a learning organization and passionate
work environment.
Women in Leadership
Guest: Janice Berthold, jberthold@attglobal.net
Our guest has built a company that is known for its responsive service
and personal relationships. She has grown it successfully through word
of mouth and referral only. She shares her thoughts with us.
Optimum Health from Within
Guest: Loree Jordan Taylor,CCH,ID, www.loreetaylorjordan.com, igetpoop@aol.com
With the aging of the “baby-boomers” growing older has taken on
a whole new twist. Keeping yourself healthy from within is the ultimate
avenue to
Longer life. Loree shares her insights to a cleaner colon
& healthier life.
Creating the Razzle-Dazzle
Guest: Cynthia Bowman, Cynthia Bowman Public Relations, cynthiabpr@aol.com
Public Relations is critical to the success of any project, person
or company
Who are the people who create the atmosphere that in turn creates
the demand for the product or person. How do they determine “what it takes”
for success.
Design Times 2
Guests: Ann Brown, ASID, IIDA, CCIDC, www.annbrowninteriors.com
Kathleen Redmond, Magnolia Lane, www.magnolialane.com
What trends are evolving with all the “new money” on the streets.
How is “taste” being redefined with so many young adults coming into such
wealth. How does one guide the flow without overriding client’s wishes.
This team has answers.
Law Enforcement The Female Perspective
Guest: Laurie Smith, Sheriff, Santa Clara County, www.santaclarasheriff.com
How do you become the female leader of a male dominated sector of
law enforcement? What kind of roadblocks and prejudices did Laurie overcome
to
be such a leader. How does she maintain their loyalty and trust.
Breaking the Cycle of Child Abuse
Guests: Ann Whyte, Advocate Supervisor,408 573-5610 www.childadv.org
Casey Dowling, Advocate, cadvocates@aol.com
Who protects those who can’t protect themselves. Does it really
make a difference in a child’s life to have a mentor and advocate. How
do advocates find those most in need. Share the insights of these 2 caring,
passionate women.
Inevitable Evolution of Silicon Valley
Guest: Blanche Sutter, CFO, Caere Corporation, www.caere.com, blanchesutter@caere.com
How do you survive and differentiate yourself as your company is
absorbed by new larger corporations. How do you show your value-add to
all the new players. Such was the dilemma for our guest. She shares those
survival skills.
Silence The Lost Chord
Guest: Rita Kinney, President of the Lost Chord Society, ritakinney@aol.com
In a society where being able to communicate effectively is premium,
how does it
Feel to lose your voice? What are the biggest challenges and how
does a person “regroup” and not get discouraged. Rita lends her experiences
to our audience.
Silver and Spice
Guests: Barbara McDonald and Ollie Grespan, 408 365-2622
A wonderful spirit and positive attitude makes a difference in people’s
lives. Silver and Spice is a group of women who at the ages 55-75 tap the
way into the hearts others and put a smile on their faces. You are never
too old to keep going, sharing and smiling.
Changes and Challenges
Guest: Laura Anderson, Twin Award Recipient, laurac@almaden.ibm.com
Laura has learned first hand about the trade-offs that are asked
of us throughout life’s journey. She lends insight into the skills &
fortitude necessary to push on through ever-present change & challenges.
Soaring to New Heights
Guests: Crew of Bay Area Women, www.bayareawomen.com
The 100th program celebration of Bay Area Women celebrates the people
behind the scenes. The volunteers who make it all happen…Why do they volunteer
?
What motivates them to come week after week for 100 programs. Let’s
explore.
Stability Amongst Change
Guest: Katie Sween, Human Resource Manager, katie_sween@agilent.com
Our guest has been with the same corporation for 20+ years. What
kind of changes has she seen through those years. How has the workplace
evolved? Is there a different skill-set needed to advance in today’s world.
A Lifetime of Change and Challenge
Guest: Beth Copeland,
Change is inevitable whether we embrace it or not. Our guest has
been through many changes in her life personally and professionally, and
has seized the moment with each one. It’s not what happens to you, but
how you react to what happens to you
Perseverance and Attitude are the Keys
Guest:Darlene Yaplee, V.P. World-Wide Field Marketing, darlene.yaplee@corp.sun.com
Listen to this highly regarded leader share her insights as to what
is needed
as you climb the “Corporate Ladder”. Her commencement speech which
she delivered to the graduating class at Cal Davis-2000 highlights her
winning strategy.
Veterinary Medicine
Pamela Sanders, Veterinarian, owner of Princeton Veterinary Medical
Clinic psanders@earthlink.com
Veterinarians seem to have a special bond with the animals they
treat. Why is that? Our guest initially wanted to be a physician, but changed
her course to veterinary medicine a stimulating, emotionally rewarding
career.
Streaming Video, The New Frontier
Emily Kay, Co-founder and CEO “Open Show”, ekay@openshow.com,www.openshow.com
Emily feels there is a tremendous need to help others navigate through
the maze of new technology, jargon and confusing information of the Internet.
Her vision
was to create a fun, exciting company while implementing her strengths
in video and telecommunications.
Enriching, Leading and Renewing
Emily Mora, Executive Director, emora@careeraction.org
Kathy Rich, Program and Innovation Manager, krich@careeraction.org
These women help keep the Career Action Center the fabulous resource
center that it is. In the fast changing economy, individuals need to anticipate
how jobs will change and how their skillset will fit. The Career Action
Center helps with the anticipation then the action needed to stay ahead.
Senior Living
Patricia Draper, Executive Director of Information and Referral
Services.
Michele Martin, Board of Directors
Our guests are women who are making a difference in many people’s
lives especially those of the senior population. Difficult decisions have
to be faced by the aging Baby-boomers. How can an intelligent, informed
choices be made when so much conflicting information exists ??
The Broken System
Dr. Vicki Ratner, Founder, Interstitial Cystitis Assoc., 1 800 HELP-ICA,
www.ihelp.com
Dr. Ratner herself suffers from a disease that very few of us have
heard of, yet which creates havoc in the lives of those who must live with
it. She speaks of the broken system that exists today when it comes to
diseases, which are difficult to diagnose. What happens when you encounter
a physical problem that is not easily diagnosed and you must continue to
suffer ?? How do you find relief….
Strategic Leadership in the Net Economy
Regina Velton, President & CEO, eVelopers , rvelton@evelopers.com,
www.evelopers.com
Regina arrived from the Soviet Union as a young woman with just
determination and a brilliant mind on her side. She was able to mark herself
as one of the leading edge women who would shape Silicon Valley especially
in the software e-business, e-commerce arena.
Paying Yourself First
Niki Canotas, Financial Analyst, nikic@pfsagents.com, 1 408 289-9466
Women are making more money than ever, inheriting more money than
ever, but are the ones left with very little for their old-age. Niki
guides women in how to handle their money wisely and appropriately to secure
their financial future.
Schools and Education, Can They be Repaired ?
Julia Lawrence, Director of Oak Grove High School, lawrencej@wsuhsd.org,
With all the turmoil existing in education today, can our schools
be put back on the right track. Because of women like Julia, there is hope
that education is headed in the right direction. It is her passion and
dedication to securing a good education for all our youth that sets her
in an elite group of educators.
The Changing Political Arena
Rose Jacobs Gibson, San Mateo County Supervisor, rosejg@co.sanmateo.ca.us
Rose was first appointed as County Supervisor, then elected by her
constituents. How have the last 1.5 years changed her views and goals.
Does she feel a woman brings a unique set of skills to the political arena?
How difficult is it to make changes that are meaningful.
Crisis In Education
Ann Danner, Consultant to Non-Profits, anndanner@aol.com
Jennifer Andaluz, Executive Director of Downtown College Prep. jenniferandaluz@hotmail.com
Ann Danner and Jennifer Andaluz are two very special women making
a huge difference in education today. Education is at the forefront of
the most critical issues to be addressed today. With grades and morale
at an all-time low, while the competition to get into an outstanding university
at an all time high, what can be done to bring our educational system back
in synch again.
The Fascinating World of Auctions
Judy Armstrong, KTEH, Director of Auctions and Special Events,
judy-armstrong@kteh.pbs.org
We have all tuned into auctions on T.V. fascinated by the items
and the bidding that goes on. …Where do the items come from…who are the
bidders ?? When the funds that are generated by these auctions are critical
to those receiving them, the auction needs to be done with style and interest.
Judy makes it all come together with panache and flair without missing
a beat.
The Changing Real Estate Landscape.
Judi Keenholtz, Executive Vice President, SOMALiving, jkeenholtz@somaliving.com
Beth DeGeorge, Executive VP of Finance SOMALiving, bdegeorge@somaliving.com
www.somaliving.com
These women are not afraid to go out and make things happen. To
them change spells opportunity. Judi and Beth both realized that the residential
real estate market is changing and that agents and brokerages must lead
and listen to consumers or be left behind.
Feng Shui…The Art of Harmony and Balance
Nancy Linebarier, Habitat Enhancements, habitatnancy@yahoo.com
Nancy found herself stuck in a job, overworked, overstressed, under-appreciated,
and underpaid. She stood back, read extensively and found a whole new passion…Feng
Shui the ancient Chinese art of placement to create harmony and balance.
She is now helping others discover their “Chi”.
Women in the Executive Suite
Diana LaTour, Executive
650 592-7572
Kristen Onken, CFO
Bay Area Women explores the increasing role of women in corporate
America. How are they advancing in the Executive Suite. They discuss their
own histories and give advice to women beginning their own careers
Fitness for the Working Women
Kathy Faust, Willa Falk
Willa 650 345-8435
Women's Fitness and Health First and Foremost. Are we doing all
we can do while on the road to maintain physical fitness.
Mother’s and Daughters…Two Generations of Business.
Jennifer “Sam” Uhl, a Certified Financial Planner, CFP
Jenuhl@pacbell.net
Karen Leigh Uhl, Graphic Design
Kuhl@us.oracle.com
Jennifer Uhl, Graphic Design
Jmaurry@us.oracle.com
Bay Area Women takes a look at the generational differences of mothers
and daughters in business today.
Women and the World Wide Web
Vani Kola, Engineer
Lola Nunn, Graphic designer
Bay Area Women talks with two women on the cutting-edge of designing
for and utilizing the Web.
Women in Technology
Anne Gingras, co-founder of Systems Partners, Inc
650 917-2060
Monica Hein, production manager at Oracle
650 506-2104
Bay Area Women introduces you to Women In Technology, International
(WITI), an organization assisting women in high-technology industries.
Career Action Center
Sneha Melkote and Cindy Walker
1 408 253-3200
Find out what's happening at the Career Action Center on this week's
Bay Area Women. Bobbi and her guests talk about the many valuable resources
and services available.
Marketing…A Woman’s Perspective.
Judith Schwartz, judith@tothept.com
Beverly Travlos. 650 591-6596
Do women have a special skill set that helps or hinders with creative
marketing on the Net. These two creative women have much experience to
draw from
People Relating to People.
Margee Wapman., 650 321-4995
How do we keep avenues of communication open in our hectic world.
Margee
Shares insights into what the most pressing problems of today seem
to be.
Africa..the Serengeti Experience
Ellie Webster, 650 574-4177
What fabulous encounters await you in East Africa. Let Ellie take
you on a photographic journey through this magnificent country.
Foreign Experience…Enhancing Careers.
Caroline Wheaton, 650 592-9095
Bay Area Women looks at how traveling and living in a foreign country
can enhance career opportunities.
Follow Your Heart
Terces Duet and Kathy Gonzales
www.fieldflowers.com
Bay Area Women talks with two local entrepreneurs who gave up their
day jobs to follow their dream and created their own inspirational "Field
Flowers." Hear their remarkable story
Demystifying Mortgages.
M.J. Viglizo, All California Mortgage, 650 343-2209
What pitfalls do women need to be aware of before securing loans.
Are there certain things to look for…how can you be sure it is the right
loan.
Getting Started the Right Way.
Cathryn S. Gawne, Attorney
415 434-4484
Bay Area Women focuses this week on getting started in business
the right way. The chief counsel for the Women In Technology, International
(WITI) support group, talks about strategies for women entrepreneurs.
Technology…The Stretch.
Darlene Crane, Crane Associates,510 886-4483,
darlenecrn@aol.com
How can women break into the once male-dominated technology arena.Our
guest has her own consulting company and knows all too well the pitfalls
of having yourself as your boss.
Costuming…Creating the Illusion
Debbie Bernhardt
408 257-4561
Take a look at the fascinating world of theatrical costuming with
Bay Area Women. This program highlights Elizabethan wardrobe created by
Deb and provides us with a history lesson on fashion and costume design.
Right Brain, Left Brain
Debbie Bernhardt
408 257-4561
Creativity.. Can both sides of our brains work to the good of all??
See what our guest has to say about her wonderful skill-set
and how she uses all strengths of her personality.
The Women Behind Bay Area Women.
Astrid Chaisson 510 574-2881
Karyn Plank 650 941-9546
Who are the women of the Bay Area Women crew that make all the pieces
come together.
Dual Careers.
Carrie Ricks
650 345-5925
Is it possible to have more than one career and maintain balance.
Can you enjoy both or does one need to suffer.
California Vineyards…Where Dreams Come True.
Joy Bowman, Ruby Hills
925 417-2250
Have you ever dreamed of retiring and going into business as a vineyard
owner and winemaker?
Women In Sales Management.
Patti Lewis
How do you maintain balance as your staff and responsibilities grow.
Patti’s
Incredible rise up the corporate ladder led her to choices that
had to be made
Connecting People with Possibilities.
Rita Derbas, Founder Rita Derbas Speaks, www.ritaderbas.com
Find out how Rita helps clients to discover the elements of good
decision making and see the business possibilities that arise during times
of crisis and change.
The Creative Edge.
Andrea Cleall, Artist & Creator of Mama Annie Cookbooks, Coloring
Books
707 887-0554
How can you blend all of your creative talents into a life full
of passion and enjoyment. Mama Annie can create color books, bake fabulous
pies, paint with passion and still have time to enjoy life.
“A Tisket, A Tasket”…
Michele Taylor, Gourmet Gift Horse,510 252-1213, mtaylor@gghorse.com
Meet an entrepreneur who left the security of a successful corporate
job to build her own business. Now she is the toast of “Silicon Valley”
with her unique and extravagant baskets.
Match Making in the New Millineum.
Sally Pera, Business Consultant, Sallypera@aol.com
How do today’s busy, on-the-go executives meet the person of their
dreams.
Seltzer Sisters
Frada Merritt
650 595-2227
The lost delight of seltzer..and the entrepreneur who breathed new
life into the “egg cream” and brings her delightful stories to our audience.
Surviving Crisis
Bonny Upton
650 328-9610
Cancer Survivor describes how her life was devastated when a routine
mammogram detected her breast cancer. Bonny gives valuable insights
into dealing with and surviving a life-threatening crisis.
Traveling Alone Safely and Wisely.
Phebe Sandberg, All Wynds Travel
650 349-7012 X 114
Tips on how to travel by yourself and enjoy it from packing to deciphering
currencies.
Revolutionizing the Way We Dress
Francesca Freedman, Francesca Freedman, Inc.
fafz@email.msn.com
Bay Area Women talks with clothing designer Francesca Freedman about
her line of custom-tailored outfits and the best choices in fabric and
color when designing a wardrobe for the professional woman
Envisioning Tomorrow.
Barbara Courtney, 650 595-4409, bajeco@aol.com
Silicon Valley’s most respected and sought after psychic.
The Entrepreneurial Spirit
Diane Fasel, President of the Bellwood Group
www.bellwoodgroup.com
Bay Area Women discusses consulting work with companies undergoing
growth and change with expert Diane Fasel.
The Value of Bring Organized
Deborah Kanner, www.dedkanorganize.com
Professional organizer tells you some of the steps necessary to
reduce clutter and increase efficiency in both your personal and professional
lives.
Cakes for all Occasions
Guest: Kathy Perata, owner Kathy’s Kreative Kakes, 650 348-Kake(5253)
video yellow pages
See how simple classes developed into Kathy’s Kreative Kakes, extraordinary
cakes made for celebrity birthdays, company celebrations and Bay Area anniversary
parties.
Thinking Outside the Box
Terces Duet and Kathy Gonzales of "Field Flowers”
www.fieldflowers.com
How do you develop your creative potential and make it florish
Status, Style, and Glamour
Senina Sobajic, 408 973-0308, sobajic@ix.netcom.com
From wide brims to turbans to traditional cloches, find out what
inspires Senina's designs, and her amazing hat creations. See why she is
such a sought-after designer for plays and theatrical productions.
Total Wellness.
Guest: Cathy Balach, Goodbody’s, 408 867-9670
How do we keep our bodies living at optimum wellness despite the
stress and anxiety we experience each and every day. Do all thr vitamins
and minerals make a difference. Cathy shares her wealth of knowledge with
us.
Caring Counts
Guests: Judy Hawkins and Maureen Wadiak, Community Services Agency
650 968-0836, www.csacares.org
Bay Area Women talks with Judy and Maureen of the Community Services
Agency of Mountain View and Los Altos. Learn about the important
work conducted by this charitable organization.
Adding That Special Touch
Caral Gruschin Newman, Founder & CEO, International Gift Express
www.janeapplegate.com
When your function would not be the same without the perfect take
home gift or remembrance piece. Adding the memorable touch.
ConsultLink, Inc.
Carol Lashman, The Talent Link of the Internet, www.consultlink.com
President of Consult Link, tells Bay Area Women about the career
path which led to the creation of her own internet-based computer consultant
company.
Maintaining our Mental Health
Margaret Ann Cochran, 408 358-1955, www.sfhc.com
How do we maintain a healthy attitude and psyche in today’s stress-filled
world.
Margaret gives us some healthy pointers on how to stay above the
fray.
The Emerging World Of E-Commerce
Joanne Culver, The New Medium of Sales, 510 226-3819
joanneculver@provista.com
Bay Area Women visits with Joanne to discuss the path she took from
stenographer and key-punch operator to heading her own internet-commerce
company. Learn the importance of following your passion.
The Unsung Heroes of Fundraising
Sandra Farris, Publisher, 408 271-9047
Sandra discusses in detail the creation of her magazine from its
inception to its implementation and all the great causes it covers.
Commercial Growing Pains in Silicon Valley
Carla Cobb Davis, CEO, Davis Consulting, 408 268-8508
DBC-CarlaDavis@Compuserve.com
Bay Area Women talks about the difficulties of succeeding in the
male-dominated field of commercial real estate. Carla also discusses
the unique problems of working in a business partnership with her husband.
Coaching the Best of the Best
Jean Hollands, CEO, 650 966-1144 X301, jhollands@GLCcorp.com
Jean shares her insights as to who needs personal coaching and why.
The who, what, when and why’s of a personal coach. In today’s stress-filled
competitive market a coach can make all the difference.
Litigation: Equalizing Fairness or A Runaway Trend
Roberta Sueda Hayashi, Partner Berliner Cohen, 408 268-5800
rsh@berliner.com
Bay Area Women looks at the field of law and the recent rise in
the amount of litigation. Roberta discusses the implications of all
this legal wrangling, as well as discussing her career history as an Asian
woman breaking into a male dominated industry.
Shooting for the Stars
Guest: Xenia Madison Team Manager, Mary Kay Cosmetics
800 mary kay, xeniamk@aol.com
Xenia discusses her own personal struggles at a very young age and
how the Mary Kay philosophy helped direct her towards great success.
Customer Service: The Key to Longevity
Linda Curyea and Melinda Calene Calene and Curyea Consulting
mcalene@aol.com
Have you been dissatisfied with your treatment by company or store
personnel lately? Bay Area Women talks with consultants whose company
analyses and makes corrections to a businesses' customer service problems.
The Romance and Elegance of the Horse
Barbara Balestra, Instructor/Trainer Dressage Instruction
Portola Valley
650 688-6142
Barbara shares her passion for horses and discusses all the training
that led her to be one of the best trainers in Silicon Valley.
Building a Business…Inspiration to Implementation
Ida Centoni, Director of Listings, CEO
Nicole Tucker, Director of Operations, COO
925 838-1942
www.agents4u.com
Bay Area Women talks with Nicole and Ida about their successful
partnership venture in real estate. How do you take an idea and turn
it into a viable business?
Just How Diverse Can a Life Be?
Katherine Armagnac,
Do you have to have just one passion or can you have a diversity
of them.
From building homes to tending vineyards to collecting antiques,
Katherine
has balanced being able to try it all.
Balance and Harmony
Cathy Reimers, Ph.D., Child and Adult Clinical Psychologist, DocReimers@aol.com
What complex issues having lasting affects in the ways adults deal
with their environment.
The Fascinating World of Hypnotherapy
Dorothy V. Tyo, 650 368-8222, dutyo@aol.com
What is Hypnotherapy ?? Bay Area Women explores this fascinating,
growing field.
What is it doing now, where is it going to be in the future ?
Growing Pains Wild Yet Wonderful Motherhood
Shannon Beth Wilson, Author, bethw@netwiz.net
Bay Area Women looks at that oldest of professions, motherhood.
Beth Wilson, author of four books designed to help new mothers cope with
the joys and stresses of child rearing, talks about her work.
The Sphere of International Acclaim
Celia Correas Zapata, Ph.D, 408 924-4617
How did a woman come so far in a male-dominated arena. Listen to
Celia’s
intriguing stories of the difficulties and rewards.
The Intriguing World of Color and Design
Paula McChesney, ASID CID, McChesney Design Studio, 650 343-9610
Pmcdesign@aol.com
Explore the world of color and design on Bay Area Women. Interior
Designer, Paula McChesney talks about the hottest trends in home and office
decoration. Find out what your choice of color says about your personality.
Living with Horse Power
Rebekah F. “Becky” Witter, 650 326-9672, Rfwitter@aol.com
An intriguing author who interviewed people from Coast to Coast
to study the effects of Horse Power !! Why is there such a fascination
with horses.
A Girl Needs Cash
Joan Perry Take Charge Financial, 408 399-6600, www.takechargefin.com
Bay Area Women talks with Joan Perry, author of "A Girl Needs Cash,"
about how women must give up the idea of being "taken-care-of" and take
control of their own financial future. Joan gives strategies for
building an investment portfolio.
Caring for all the Animals
Penny Cistaro, Director of Operations, Peninsula Humane Society
650 340-7022
Pcistaro@peninsulahumanesociety.org
Valerie Hubachek, Fundraiser Co-Chair
What is being done to ensure our animals are being taken care of
from the raising of funds to the awareness of the community.
Take Wellness to Heart
Denise Lewis, Fundraising Chair, 650 366-3477
Kristina Ho, Executive Director of the American Heart Association,
Western States affiliate, kristinah@heart.org
Bay Area Women tackles the subject of heart disease, the number
one killer of both men and women in the United States. Kristina Ho
and Denise Lewis of the American Heart Association give you the information
that could save your life,
The Million Dollar Secretary
D’Anne Schjerning, C/O GTM Marketing, 408 395-2622
What wonderful possibilities can become realty with the right set
of
circumstances and lots of hard work.
The Best Supporting Role
Juanita Nissley Hoover Institute, nissley@hoover.stanford.com
Secretary to George Schultz, Juanita talks to Bay Area Women about
her career choices and the stigma attached to the word "secretary."
Hear how Juanita's interesting career path finally led her to work that
she could feel passionate about.
Long Term Care Insurance
Jennifer “Sam” Uhl, CFP.,1-800 897-1611, jenuhl@pacbell.net
In the age of longevity, is long term care something all families
should be looking at? How to compare options and rates.
Songs of the Present and Past
Ellie Michaels, Madison Productions, mihart001@aol.com
Singer and songwriter, Ellie tells Bay Area Women what inspires
her lyric writing and her methods as a performer. Ellie also talks
about she balances the combination of career with home and family.
Cosmetic Surgery in the New Millenium
Missi Gallant, www.renew-you.com
Is cosmetic surgery a luxury or something to do to stay competitive.
Missi
Discusses how to select a doctor and reasons for surgery.
Designer Consignor
Annette Puchta, Annette’s Boutique, 650 596-0500 www.annettesboutique.com
Bay Area Women talks with Annette Puchta about her boutique business
selling designer fashions on consignment. Find out how you can recycle
your own wardrobe or find top label fashions at a fraction of their original
cost,
Unlocking the Hispanic Cultural Market
M. Isabel Valdez, 650 965-3859, isabel@accesscag.com
The Hispanic Market is the fastest growing market today. Isabel
shares her
Insights as to where it is going and why??
Living the Life You Dream, Languaging and Visualizing
Summer Simonton, Founder of Success Dynamics, summerspk@aol.com
Bay Area Women talks to Ms.Simonton, public speaker and founder
of "Success Dynamics." Hear how Summer changed her life when she
learned to let go of negative thought patterns and formulate strategies
for success.
Women in the Political Arena
Rose Jacobs Gibson, County Supervisor, 650 363-4570,rosejg@co.sanmateo.ca.us
Rose is the first female African American appointed to the San Mateo
County Board of Supervisors. How has she accomplished all she has? From
single mother to mayor of the City now known as “The City on the Move”,
she’s been there.
Turning the Tables
Bobbi Decker, Host/Co-producer Bay Area Women.
bobbi@bobbidecker.com
How did Bobbi get to be the host and co-producer of T.V.’s Bay Area
Women.
What is the most rewarding aspect of the program. What rewards lie
in interviewing all these fascinating women ?
Creating Predictable Results
Dianne Borsini Burr, CEO & Co-Founder
Nancy Wolfberg, Co-Founder
Jan Sommer,Ph.D., Entrepreneur/Mentor
Shirley Olea, Entrepreneur/Mentor
www.entrepreneursinc.com
How can you make the quantum leap to be all that you dreamed you
could be. Entrepreneur Mentors Inc. help clear that path for you through
mentoring.
Female Force on the Internet
Guest:Dr. Susan Duggan, CEO of Silicon Valley's World Internet Center,
Duggan@worldinternetcenter.com
Dr. Duggan discusses her amazing career and the critical role foreign
language and cultural skills played in her international business endeavors.
The Heart and Soul of the YWCA
Guest: Dr.Keri Procunier McLain,CEO YWCA Santa Clara County,www.ywca-scv.org
Ginger
Taylor McDonald, Chairperson, ginald@sjm.infi.com
What phenomenal strides are being made by women who care. With vision
and
energy, so many wonderful possibilities become realities. Meet two
women who create the difference.
The Glories of Egypt
Guest:Jill C.Freeman, Director of Rosicrucian Egyptian Museum
www.rosecrucian.org
From King Tut to the Pyramids, what is the fascination with this
glorious
civilization ??? What is it like to oversee such a magnificent era
?? Jill takes us on a journey through time.
100 Years of Tennis
Guest: Kristi Breisch, Director Sybase Open Tennis Tournament
www.sj-sharks.com
How did tennis go from long pants and button down shirts to earrings
and
million dollar purses. Follow the journey through 100 years with
our interesting, enlightening guest.
Opportunity in the New Millenium
Guest: Karen Burns, Shilling and Kenyon, SK consulting
www.skcpa.com
Karen’s dream is to mentor other women on the skill set that it
will take to
catapult them to the forefront in the new millenium.
Interplast-The Gift of Healing
Guest: Susan Hayes, CEO/President, susan@interplast.org
How wonderful, and challenging to bring hope to Third World countries
and
children born with disfiguring defects. Interplast’s volunteer doctors
and
staff make all the difference in their lives.
Personification of a True Giver
Guest: Gay Crawford, GayC@aol.com
As founder of Courageous Kids, Hospice of the Valley and the No.
California Cancer Incidence Registry Gay has touched many lives impacted
by this dreaded
disease.
A Progress in Work
Guest: Carol J. Emerson
www.yourHRdept.com
What does it take to pull yourself up and make new beginnings.
Where do you pull the courage and tenacity from?? Our guest enlightens
us.
San Jose Earthquakes,New and Improved
Guest: Lynne Meterparel, General Manager
www.sjearthquakes.com
In what is truly a male-dominated business, Lynne has established
herself
as a savvy General Manager of the San Jose Earthquakes Soccer Team.
How??
Solutions for Time Consuming Problems
Guest: Mari Gottdiener
www.outsolve.com
Time consuming matters can rob of us what we never seem to have
enough of..
TIME !! Getting the right support to deal with bureaucracy from
HMO claims
to credit issues will allow you to pursue your career and personal
Electronic Mentoring:
Guest:Carol B. Muller, Ph.D.
cbmuller@email.sjsu.edu
Founder and Director of MentorNet enlightens the viewers to women
helping
women, opening doors to opportunities that await women in the fields
of engineering and science. Mentors who make dramatic differences.
The .com World
Guest: Karae M. Lisle
klisle@mindspring.com
The fascinating and intriguing .com world. It has changed our lives
forever creating a whole new breed of millionaires. What will it bring
next.
Women of Achievement
Guests: Ysabel Duron newsduron@aol.com and Jennie Meehan
Our guests this evening will shed some light as to just what wonderful
advances
are being made by women today and the recognition they are receiving
for their contributions
A Sense of Delight
Guest: Nance Cheifetz
nance@senseofdelight.com
Ever wonder how a “fairy godmother” might change your life. Nance
has recipes to make you life more interesting and fulfilling. You can’t
care enough for yourself.
Women Helping Women
Guest: Chris DiSalvo, Founder of Professional Effects
profEff@aol.com, 408 265-0302
Chris is a woman who uses her expertise to make things happen. How
to utilize skills to help other entities achieve their results…it’s in
promotion and marketing.
Street Beat to Executive Suite
Guest: Mary Jean Connors, Knight Ridder
mconnors@KnightRidder.com
This Senior Vice President retraces her steps from a street reporter
to becoming a Sr.V.P. with the 2nd largest newspaper in the world. What
sacrifices and compromises were made.
Lissa in the Morning
Guest: Lissa Kreisler
lkreisler@Kbay.com
Don and Lissa show, 94.5Kbay Radio host from 5am-9am.
How does she rally everyday to meet these demands. Is her sunny
persona the real thing?? How does she balance family and a demanding career.
Ask Lissa !!!!!!!
Tempered Radicalism
Guest: Debra Meyerson,Ph.D, Visiting Professor Stanford University
debram@leland.stanford.edu, www.simmons.edu/gsm
Dr. Meyerson delves into the old prejudices that exist even in today’s
corporate climate. Her tale of “tall people” in a “short person’s” world
will surely hit home with every woman.
Win-Win Strategies of Today
Guest: Vanita Wells, vwells@eclipsegroup.com
Our guest has a wonderful, enlightening message.
She has been an instrumental leader in assembling a team of seasoned
industry veterans, and building a learning organization and passionate
work environment.
Women in Leadership
Guest: Janice Berthold, jberthold@attglobal.net
Our guest has built a company that is known for its responsive service
and personal relationships. She has grown it successfully through word
of mouth and referral only. She shares her thoughts with us.
Optimum Health from Within
Guest: Loree Jordan Taylor,CCH,ID, www.loreetaylorjordan.com, igetpoop@aol.com
With the aging of the “baby-boomers” growing older has taken on
a whole new twist. Keeping yourself healthy from within is the ultimate
avenue to
Longer life. Loree shares her insights to a cleaner colon
& healthier life.
Creating the Razzle-Dazzle
Guest: Cynthia Bowman, Cynthia Bowman Public Relations, cynthiabpr@aol.com
Public Relations is critical to the success of any project, person
or company
Who are the people who create the atmosphere that in turn creates
the demand for the product or person. How do they determine “what it takes”
for success.
Design Times 2
Guests: Ann Brown, ASID, IIDA, CCIDC, www.annbrowninteriors.com
Kathleen Redmond, Magnolia Lane, www.magnolialane.com
What trends are evolving with all the “new money” on the streets.
How is “taste” being redefined with so many young adults coming into such
wealth. How does one guide the flow without overriding client’s wishes.
This team has answers.
Law Enforcement The Female Perspective
Guest: Laurie Smith, Sheriff, Santa Clara County, www.santaclarasheriff.com
How do you become the female leader of a male dominated sector of
law enforcement? What kind of roadblocks and prejudices did Laurie overcome
to
be such a leader. How does she maintain their loyalty and trust.
Breaking the Cycle of Child Abuse
Guests: Ann Whyte, Advocate Supervisor,408 573-5610 www.childadv.org
Casey Dowling, Advocate, cadvocates@aol.com
Who protects those who can’t protect themselves. Does it really
make a difference in a child’s life to have a mentor and advocate. How
do advocates find those most in need. Share the insights of these 2 caring,
passionate women.
Inevitable Evolution of Silicon Valley
Guest: Blanche Sutter, CFO, Caere Corporation, www.caere.com, blanchesutter@caere.com
How do you survive and differentiate yourself as your company is
absorbed by new larger corporations. How do you show your value-add to
all the new players. Such was the dilemma for our guest. She shares those
survival skills.
Silence The Lost Chord
Guest: Rita Kinney, President of the Lost Chord Society, ritakinney@aol.com
In a society where being able to communicate effectively is premium,
how does it
Feel to lose your voice? What are the biggest challenges and how
does a person “regroup” and not get discouraged. Rita lends her experiences
to our audience.
Silver and Spice
Guests: Barbara McDonald and Ollie Grespan, 408 365-2622
A wonderful spirit and positive attitude makes a difference in people’s
lives. Silver and Spice is a group of women who at the ages 55-75 tap the
way into the hearts others and put a smile on their faces. You are never
too old to keep going, sharing and smiling.
Changes and Challenges
Guest: Laura Anderson, Twin Award Recipient, laurac@almaden.ibm.com
Laura has learned first hand about the trade-offs that are asked
of us throughout life’s journey. She lends insight into the skills &
fortitude necessary to push on through ever-present change & challenges.
Soaring to New Heights
Guests: Crew of Bay Area Women, www.bayareawomen.com
The 100th program celebration of Bay Area Women celebrates the people
behind the scenes. The volunteers who make it all happen…Why do they volunteer
?
What motivates them to come week after week for 100 programs. Let’s
explore.
Stability Amongst Change
Guest: Katie Sween, Human Resource Manager, katie_sween@agilent.com
Our guest has been with the same corporation for 20+ years. What
kind of changes has she seen through those years. How has the workplace
evolved? Is there a different skill-set needed to advance in today’s world.
A Lifetime of Change and Challenge
Guest: Beth Copeland,
Change is inevitable whether we embrace it or not. Our guest has
been through many changes in her life personally and professionally, and
has seized the moment with each one. It’s not what happens to you, but
how you react to what happens to you
Perseverance and Attitude are the Keys
Guest:Darlene Yaplee, V.P. World-Wide Field Marketing, darlene.yaplee@corp.sun.com
Listen to this highly regarded leader share her insights as to what
is needed
as you climb the “Corporate Ladder”. Her commencement speech which
she delivered to the graduating class at Cal Davis-2000 highlights her
winning strategy.
Veterinary Medicine
Pamela Sanders, Veterinarian, owner of Princeton Veterinary Medical
Clinic psanders@earthlink.com
Veterinarians seem to have a special bond with the animals they
treat. Why is that? Our guest initially wanted to be a physician, but changed
her course to veterinary medicine a stimulating, emotionally rewarding
career.
Streaming Video, The New Frontier
Emily Kay, Co-founder and CEO “Open Show”, ekay@openshow.com,www.openshow.com
Emily feels there is a tremendous need to help others navigate through
the maze of new technology, jargon and confusing information of the Internet.
Her vision
was to create a fun, exciting company while implementing her strengths
in video and telecommunications.
Enriching, Leading and Renewing
Emily Mora, Executive Director, emora@careeraction.org
Kathy Rich, Program and Innovation Manager, krich@careeraction.org
These women help keep the Career Action Center the fabulous resource
center that it is. In the fast changing economy, individuals need to anticipate
how jobs will change and how their skillset will fit. The Career Action
Center helps with the anticipation then the action needed to stay ahead.
Senior Living
Patricia Draper, Executive Director of Information and Referral
Services.
Michele Martin, Board of Directors
Our guests are women who are making a difference in many people’s
lives especially those of the senior population. Difficult decisions have
to be faced by the aging Baby-boomers. How can an intelligent, informed
choices be made when so much conflicting information exists ??
The Broken System
Dr. Vicki Ratner, Founder, Interstitial Cystitis Assoc., 1 800 HELP-ICA,
www.ihelp.com
Dr. Ratner herself suffers from a disease that very few of us have
heard of, yet which creates havoc in the lives of those who must live with
it. She speaks of the broken system that exists today when it comes to
diseases, which are difficult to diagnose. What happens when you encounter
a physical problem that is not easily diagnosed and you must continue to
suffer ?? How do you find relief….
Strategic Leadership in the Net Economy
Regina Velton, President & CEO, eVelopers , rvelton@evelopers.com,
www.evelopers.com
Regina arrived from the Soviet Union as a young woman with just
determination and a brilliant mind on her side. She was able to mark herself
as one of the leading edge women who would shape Silicon Valley especially
in the software e-business, e-commerce arena.
Paying Yourself First
Niki Canotas, Financial Analyst, nikic@pfsagents.com, 1 408 289-9466
Women are making more money than ever, inheriting more money than
ever, but are the ones left with very little for their old-age. Niki
guides women in how to handle their money wisely and appropriately to secure
their financial future.
Schools and Education, Can They be Repaired ?
Julia Lawrence, Director of Oak Grove High School, lawrencej@wsuhsd.org,
With all the turmoil existing in education today, can our schools
be put back on the right track. Because of women like Julia, there is hope
that education is headed in the right direction. It is her passion and
dedication to securing a good education for all our youth that sets her
in an elite group of educators.
The Changing Political Arena
Rose Jacobs Gibson, San Mateo County Supervisor, rosejg@co.sanmateo.ca.us
Rose was first appointed as County Supervisor, then elected by her
constituents. How have the last 1.5 years changed her views and goals.
Does she feel a woman brings a unique set of skills to the political arena?
How difficult is it to make changes that are meaningful.
Crisis In Education
Ann Danner, Consultant to Non-Profits, anndanner@aol.com
Jennifer Andaluz, Executive Director of Downtown College Prep. jenniferandaluz@hotmail.com
Ann Danner and Jennifer Andaluz are two very special women making
a huge difference in education today. Education is at the forefront of
the most critical issues to be addressed today. With grades and morale
at an all-time low, while the competition to get into an outstanding university
at an all time high, what can be done to bring our educational system back
in synch again.
The Fascinating World of Auctions
Judy Armstrong, KTEH, Director of Auctions and Special Events,
judy-armstrong@kteh.pbs.org
We have all tuned into auctions on T.V. fascinated by the items
and the bidding that goes on. …Where do the items come from…who are the
bidders ?? When the funds that are generated by these auctions are critical
to those receiving them, the auction needs to be done with style and interest.
Judy makes it all come together with panache and flair without missing
a beat.
The Changing Real Estate Landscape.
Judi Keenholtz, Executive Vice President, SOMALiving, jkeenholtz@somaliving.com
Beth DeGeorge, Executive VP of Finance SOMALiving, bdegeorge@somaliving.com
www.somaliving.com
These women are not afraid to go out and make things happen. To
them change spells opportunity. Judi and Beth both realized that the residential
real estate market is changing and that agents and brokerages must lead
and listen to consumers or be left behind.
Feng Shui…The Art of Harmony and Balance
Nancy Linebarier, Habitat Enhancements, habitatnancy@yahoo.com
Nancy found herself stuck in a job, overworked, overstressed, under-appreciated,
and underpaid. She stood back, read extensively and found a whole new passion…Feng
Shui the ancient Chinese art of placement to create harmony and balance.
She is now helping others discover their “Chi”.
Bobbi Decker, Host/Co-producer Bay Area Women.
bobbi@bobbidecker.com
How did Bobbi get to be the host and co-producer of T.V.’s Bay Area
Women.
What is the most rewarding aspect of the program. What rewards lie
in interviewing all these fascinating women ?
Creating Predictable Results
Dianne Borsini Burr, CEO & Co-Founder
Nancy Wolfberg, Co-Founder
Jan Sommer,Ph.D., Entrepreneur/Mentor
Shirley Olea, Entrepreneur/Mentor
www.entrepreneursinc.com
How can you make the quantum leap to be all that you dreamed you could
be. Entrepreneur Mentors Inc. help clear that path for you through mentoring.
Female Force on the Internet
Guest:Dr. Susan Duggan, CEO of Silicon Valley's World Internet Center,
Duggan@worldinternetcenter.com
Dr. Duggan discusses her amazing career and the critical role foreign
language and cultural skills played in her international business endeavors.
The Heart and Soul of the YWCA
Guest: Dr.Keri Procunier McLain,CEO YWCA Santa Clara County,www.ywca-scv.org
Ginger
Taylor McDonald, Chairperson, ginald@sjm.infi.com
What phenomenal strides are being made by women who care. With vision
and
energy, so many wonderful possibilities become realities. Meet two
women who create the difference.
The Glories of Egypt
Guest:Jill C.Freeman, Director of Rosicrucian Egyptian Museum
www.rosecrucian.org
From King Tut to the Pyramids, what is the fascination with this glorious
civilization ??? What is it like to oversee such a magnificent era
?? Jill takes us on a journey through time.
100 Years of Tennis
Guest: Kristi Breisch, Director Sybase Open Tennis Tournament
www.sj-sharks.com
How did tennis go from long pants and button down shirts to earrings
and
million dollar purses. Follow the journey through 100 years with our
interesting, enlightening guest.
Opportunity in the New Millenium
Guest: Karen Burns, Shilling and Kenyon, SK consulting
www.skcpa.com
Karen’s dream is to mentor other women on the skill set that it will
take to
catapult them to the forefront in the new millenium.
Interplast-The Gift of Healing
Guest: Susan Hayes, CEO/President, susan@interplast.org
How wonderful, and challenging to bring hope to Third World countries
and
children born with disfiguring defects. Interplast’s volunteer doctors
and
staff make all the difference in their lives.
Personification of a True Giver
Guest: Gay Crawford, GayC@aol.com
As founder of Courageous Kids, Hospice of the Valley and the No. California
Cancer Incidence Registry Gay has touched many lives impacted by this dreaded
disease.
A Progress in Work
Guest: Carol J. Emerson
www.yourHRdept.com
What does it take to pull yourself up and make new beginnings.
Where do you pull the courage and tenacity from?? Our guest enlightens
us.
San Jose Earthquakes,New and Improved
Guest: Lynne Meterparel, General Manager
www.sjearthquakes.com
In what is truly a male-dominated business, Lynne has established herself
as a savvy General Manager of the San Jose Earthquakes Soccer Team.
How??
Solutions for Time Consuming Problems
Guest: Mari Gottdiener
www.outsolve.com
Time consuming matters can rob of us what we never seem to have enough
of..
TIME !! Getting the right support to deal with bureaucracy from HMO
claims
to credit issues will allow you to pursue your career and personal
Electronic Mentoring:
Guest:Carol B. Muller, Ph.D.
cbmuller@email.sjsu.edu
Founder and Director of MentorNet enlightens the viewers to women helping
women, opening doors to opportunities that await women in the fields
of engineering and science. Mentors who make dramatic differences.
The .com World
Guest: Karae M. Lisle
klisle@mindspring.com
The fascinating and intriguing .com world. It has changed our lives
forever creating a whole new breed of millionaires. What will it bring
next.
Women of Achievement
Guests: Ysabel Duron newsduron@aol.com and Jennie Meehan
Our guests this evening will shed some light as to just what wonderful
advances
are being made by women today and the recognition they are receiving
for their contributions
A Sense of Delight
Guest: Nance Cheifetz
nance@senseofdelight.com
Ever wonder how a “fairy godmother” might change your life. Nance has
recipes to make you life more interesting and fulfilling. You can’t care
enough for yourself.
Women Helping Women
Guest: Chris DiSalvo, Founder of Professional Effects
profEff@aol.com, 408 265-0302
Chris is a woman who uses her expertise to make things happen. How
to utilize skills to help other entities achieve their results…it’s in
promotion and marketing.
Street Beat to Executive Suite
Guest: Mary Jean Connors, Knight Ridder
mconnors@KnightRidder.com
This Senior Vice President retraces her steps from a street reporter
to becoming a Sr.V.P. with the 2nd largest newspaper in the world. What
sacrifices and compromises were made.
Lissa in the Morning
Guest: Lissa Kreisler
lkreisler@Kbay.com
Don and Lissa show, 94.5Kbay Radio host from 5am-9am.
How does she rally everyday to meet these demands. Is her sunny persona
the real thing?? How does she balance family and a demanding career. Ask
Lissa !!!!!!!
Tempered Radicalism
Guest: Debra Meyerson,Ph.D, Visiting Professor Stanford University
debram@leland.stanford.edu, www.simmons.edu/gsm
Dr. Meyerson delves into the old prejudices that exist even in today’s
corporate climate. Her tale of “tall people” in a “short person’s” world
will surely hit home with every woman.
Win-Win Strategies of Today
Guest: Vanita Wells, vwells@eclipsegroup.com
Our guest has a wonderful, enlightening message.
She has been an instrumental leader in assembling a team of seasoned
industry veterans, and building a learning organization and passionate
work environment.
Women in Leadership
Guest: Janice Berthold, jberthold@attglobal.net
Our guest has built a company that is known for its responsive service
and personal relationships. She has grown it successfully through word
of mouth and referral only. She shares her thoughts with us.
Optimum Health from Within
Guest: Loree Jordan Taylor,CCH,ID, www.loreetaylorjordan.com, igetpoop@aol.com
With the aging of the “baby-boomers” growing older has taken on a whole
new twist. Keeping yourself healthy from within is the ultimate avenue
to
Longer life. Loree shares her insights to a cleaner colon &
healthier life.
Creating the Razzle-Dazzle
Guest: Cynthia Bowman, Cynthia Bowman Public Relations, cynthiabpr@aol.com
Public Relations is critical to the success of any project, person
or company
Who are the people who create the atmosphere that in turn creates the
demand for the product or person. How do they determine “what it takes”
for success.
Design Times 2
Guests: Ann Brown, ASID, IIDA, CCIDC, www.annbrowninteriors.com
Kathleen Redmond, Magnolia Lane, www.magnolialane.com
What trends are evolving with all the “new money” on the streets. How
is “taste” being redefined with so many young adults coming into such wealth.
How does one guide the flow without overriding client’s wishes. This team
has answers.
Law Enforcement The Female Perspective
Guest: Laurie Smith, Sheriff, Santa Clara County, www.santaclarasheriff.com
How do you become the female leader of a male dominated sector of law
enforcement? What kind of roadblocks and prejudices did Laurie overcome
to
be such a leader. How does she maintain their loyalty and trust.
Breaking the Cycle of Child Abuse
Guests: Ann Whyte, Advocate Supervisor,408 573-5610 www.childadv.org
Casey Dowling, Advocate, cadvocates@aol.com
Who protects those who can’t protect themselves. Does it really make
a difference in a child’s life to have a mentor and advocate. How do advocates
find those most in need. Share the insights of these 2 caring, passionate
women.
Inevitable Evolution of Silicon Valley
Guest: Blanche Sutter, CFO, Caere Corporation, www.caere.com, blanchesutter@caere.com
How do you survive and differentiate yourself as your company is absorbed
by new larger corporations. How do you show your value-add to all the new
players. Such was the dilemma for our guest. She shares those survival
skills.
Silence The Lost Chord
Guest: Rita Kinney, President of the Lost Chord Society, ritakinney@aol.com
In a society where being able to communicate effectively is premium,
how does it
Feel to lose your voice? What are the biggest challenges and how does
a person “regroup” and not get discouraged. Rita lends her experiences
to our audience.
Silver and Spice
Guests: Barbara McDonald and Ollie Grespan, 408 365-2622
A wonderful spirit and positive attitude makes a difference in people’s
lives. Silver and Spice is a group of women who at the ages 55-75 tap the
way into the hearts others and put a smile on their faces. You are never
too old to keep going, sharing and smiling.
Changes and Challenges
Guest: Laura Anderson, Twin Award Recipient, laurac@almaden.ibm.com
Laura has learned first hand about the trade-offs that are asked of
us throughout life’s journey. She lends insight into the skills & fortitude
necessary to push on through ever-present change & challenges.
Soaring to New Heights
Guests: Crew of Bay Area Women, www.bayareawomen.com
The 100th program celebration of Bay Area Women celebrates the people
behind the scenes. The volunteers who make it all happen…Why do they volunteer
?
What motivates them to come week after week for 100 programs. Let’s
explore.
Stability Amongst Change
Guest: Katie Sween, Human Resource Manager, katie_sween@agilent.com
Our guest has been with the same corporation for 20+ years. What kind
of changes has she seen through those years. How has the workplace evolved?
Is there a different skill-set needed to advance in today’s world.
A Lifetime of Change and Challenge
Guest: Beth Copeland,
Change is inevitable whether we embrace it or not. Our guest has been
through many changes in her life personally and professionally, and has
seized the moment with each one. It’s not what happens to you, but how
you react to what happens to you
Perseverance and Attitude are the Keys
Guest:Darlene Yaplee, V.P. World-Wide Field Marketing, darlene.yaplee@corp.sun.com
Listen to this highly regarded leader share her insights as to what
is needed
as you climb the “Corporate Ladder”. Her commencement speech which
she delivered to the graduating class at Cal Davis-2000 highlights her
winning strategy.
Veterinary Medicine
Pamela Sanders, Veterinarian, owner of Princeton Veterinary Medical
Clinic psanders@earthlink.com
Veterinarians seem to have a special bond with the animals they treat.
Why is that? Our guest initially wanted to be a physician, but changed
her course to veterinary medicine a stimulating, emotionally rewarding
career.
Streaming Video, The New Frontier
Emily Kay, Co-founder and CEO “Open Show”, ekay@openshow.com,www.openshow.com
Emily feels there is a tremendous need to help others navigate through
the maze of new technology, jargon and confusing information of the Internet.
Her vision
was to create a fun, exciting company while implementing her strengths
in video and telecommunications.
Enriching, Leading and Renewing
Emily Mora, Executive Director, emora@careeraction.org
Kathy Rich, Program and Innovation Manager, krich@careeraction.org
These women help keep the Career Action Center the fabulous resource
center that it is. In the fast changing economy, individuals need to anticipate
how jobs will change and how their skillset will fit. The Career Action
Center helps with the anticipation then the action needed to stay ahead.
Senior Living
Patricia Draper, Executive Director of Information and Referral Services.
Michele Martin, Board of Directors
Our guests are women who are making a difference in many people’s lives
especially those of the senior population. Difficult decisions have to
be faced by the aging Baby-boomers. How can an intelligent, informed choices
be made when so much conflicting information exists ??
The Broken System
Dr. Vicki Ratner, Founder, Interstitial Cystitis Assoc., 1 800 HELP-ICA,
www.ihelp.com
Dr. Ratner herself suffers from a disease that very few of us have
heard of, yet which creates havoc in the lives of those who must live with
it. She speaks of the broken system that exists today when it comes to
diseases, which are difficult to diagnose. What happens when you encounter
a physical problem that is not easily diagnosed and you must continue to
suffer ?? How do you find relief….
Strategic Leadership in the Net Economy
Regina Velton, President & CEO, eVelopers , rvelton@evelopers.com,
www.evelopers.com
Regina arrived from the Soviet Union as a young woman with just determination
and a brilliant mind on her side. She was able to mark herself as one of
the leading edge women who would shape Silicon Valley especially in the
software e-business, e-commerce arena.
Paying Yourself First
Niki Canotas, Financial Analyst, nikic@pfsagents.com, 1 408 289-9466
Women are making more money than ever, inheriting more money than ever,
but are the ones left with very little for their old-age. Niki guides
women in how to handle their money wisely and appropriately to secure their
financial future.
Schools and Education, Can They be Repaired ?
Julia Lawrence, Director of Oak Grove High School, lawrencej@wsuhsd.org,
With all the turmoil existing in education today, can our schools be
put back on the right track. Because of women like Julia, there is hope
that education is headed in the right direction. It is her passion and
dedication to securing a good education for all our youth that sets her
in an elite group of educators.
The Changing Political Arena
Rose Jacobs Gibson, San Mateo County Supervisor, rosejg@co.sanmateo.ca.us
Rose was first appointed as County Supervisor, then elected by her
constituents. How have the last 1.5 years changed her views and goals.
Does she feel a woman brings a unique set of skills to the political arena?
How difficult is it to make changes that are meaningful.
Crisis In Education
Ann Danner, Consultant to Non-Profits, anndanner@aol.com
Jennifer Andaluz, Executive Director of Downtown College Prep. jenniferandaluz@hotmail.com
Ann Danner and Jennifer Andaluz are two very special women making
a huge difference in education today. Education is at the forefront of
the most critical issues to be addressed today. With grades and morale
at an all-time low, while the competition to get into an outstanding university
at an all time high, what can be done to bring our educational system back
in synch again.
The Fascinating World of Auctions
Judy Armstrong, KTEH, Director of Auctions and Special Events,
judy-armstrong@kteh.pbs.org
We have all tuned into auctions on T.V. fascinated by the items and
the bidding that goes on. …Where do the items come from…who are the bidders
?? When the funds that are generated by these auctions are critical to
those receiving them, the auction needs to be done with style and interest.
Judy makes it all come together with panache and flair without missing
a beat.
The Changing Real Estate Landscape.
Judi Keenholtz, Executive Vice President, SOMALiving, jkeenholtz@somaliving.com
Beth DeGeorge, Executive VP of Finance SOMALiving, bdegeorge@somaliving.com
www.somaliving.com
These women are not afraid to go out and make things happen. To them
change spells opportunity. Judi and Beth both realized that the residential
real estate market is changing and that agents and brokerages must lead
and listen to consumers or be left behind.
Feng Shui…The Art of Harmony and Balance
Nancy Linebarier, Habitat Enhancements, habitatnancy@yahoo.com
Nancy found herself stuck in a job, overworked, overstressed, under-appreciated,
and underpaid. She stood back, read extensively and found a whole new passion…Feng
Shui the ancient Chinese art of placement to create harmony and balance.
She is now helping others discover their “Chi”.