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This years’ panel of women leaders will address and inform on issues faced by today’s successful woman:

• Power Plays : How "to be one of the boys" without "being one of the boys.”

Betsy Smith: Betsy is a certified coach and owner of E. L. Smith Consulting and she works with executive and professional women who are unafraid to build their legacy and leave their mark. She understands that navigating the corporate jungle can be hell on a pair of pumps and teaches these women when to wear flats and when to wear stilettos. 

• 3 Simple Ways to Add 30 Minutes to Your Day 

Tracey Gritz: Tracey Gritz owns The Efficient Office and is a productivity expert who specializes in helping business professionals save time and money through office organization, streamlined business processes and the effective use of technology tools. Tracey brings her 15+ years of entrepreneurial experience to the Triangle area where she works with busy professionals who want to get more done, have less stress and gain free time. 

• Negotiation:  Mastering the Art of Effective Negotiation

Susan H. Alexander: Susan H. Alexander is Executive Vice President, General Counsel and Corporate Secretary for Biogen Idecand has served in these positions since January 2006. Prior to that, Ms. Alexander had served as the Senior Vice President, General Counsel and Corporate Secretary of PAREXEL International Corp. since September 2003. From June 2001 to September 2003, Ms. Alexander served as General Counsel of IONA Technologies. From January 1995 to May 2001, Ms. Alexander served as Counsel at Cabot Corp. Prior to that, Ms. Alexander was a partner of the law firms of Hinckley, Allen & Snyder and Fine & Ambrogne.