1. “Thriving in the ‘New Normal’” Ascend Event

    Hello Ascenders!

    The Ascend New York Chapter is proud to present, Thriving in the “New Normal”, sponsored by Ernst & Young, featuring executives from Interpublic Group, Verizon, and Ernst & Young. You are invited to join us in an interactive panel discussion with senior Asian executives sharing what challenges they are facing today in their career, in their company, and in their industry.

    From day-to-day challenges to managing major career changes, our panelists will share their experience and their insights. This dynamic event will feature speakers:

    • Linda Lam, Northeast Assurance Managing Partner, Ernst & Young
    • Raj Singhal, Head of Global Financial Planning, Interpublic Group
    • Jeannie Diefenderfer, Senior Vice President – Global Engineering & Planning, Verizon Services Organization

    The evening will open with a structured networking session to enable attendees to meet professionals from different industries. The main event of the night will feature a programmed panel discussion, followed by an additional networking event. Cocktails and light refreshments will be provided.

    Date: July 29th, 2010
    Time: 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM
    Location: Ernst & Young, 5 Times Square, 22nd Floor

    This event is free for all active Ascend members. For non-members, there is a nominal fee of $15 for professionals and $5 for students.

    To register, click on the following link here or go to http://www.ascendleadership.org/event/newyork_20100729