Minnesota Veteran and Military Women’s Summit 2009

Empowering and honoring those who serve

The Minnesota Department of Veterans Affairs is pleased to announce the first Minnesota Veteran and Military Women’s Summit Oct. 16-17, 2009, at the Ramada Inn Mall of America in Bloomington, MN.

Women in the military and spouses are a strong group of individuals who are often difficult to reach.  This forum will allow MDVA to pave the way for shared resources in order to strengthen our community.

This event will bring together women veterans, women currently serving in the military, female spouses, care providers and members of the community in a comfortable setting to provide resources, support and networking opportunities.

Pictures:

Pictures from the 2009 Summit

News Release

September 3 - Registration Opens for Veteran and Military Women’s Summit

Schedule

Oct 16: Registration begins at 4:00 pm.  The social is from 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm.

Friday's Tentative Agenda
3:00 pm to 4:00 pm	Vendor Setup
4:00 pm to 700 pm	Registration and Check-in
7:00 pm to 9:00 pm	Reception and Karaoke

Oct 17: Registration begins at 8:00 am. The summit runs from 9:00 am. to 4:30 pm.

Saturday's Tentative Agenda
7:00 am to 7:45 am	Vendor Setup
8:00 am to 9:00 am	Breakfast and registration
9:00 am to 9:20 am	Welcome and introductions
9:20 am to 10:00 am	Emily Voller: Presentation on Post Traumatic Stress Disorder
10:00 am to 11:00 am	Kathy Brown: Presentation "In Honor of You...Let's Celebrate"
11:00 am to 11:30 am	Break and Vendors
11:30 am to 1:00 pm	Lunch
1:00 pm to 1:30 pm	Shelia Jackson: Presentation of US Dept. of Veteran Affairs Benefits
1:45 pm to 3:15 pm	Joan Rusco: Presentation "Buying a Home"
3:30 pm to 4:30 pm	Alline McDonough: MN Dept. of Veterans Affairs Women Veteran Coordinator
4:00 pm to 4:30 pm	Closing remarks

Summit Highlights

Kathy Brown, an international keynote speaker, author, and seminar leader promises to open your day with laughter and enthusiasm. Visit www.kathybrown.com for more information about Kathy Brown.

Joan Rusco, home loan expert, will show you how easy it can be to buy a home or refinance. Visit www.valoansmn.com for more information about Joan Rusco and VA Loans MN.

Representatives from the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs and Minnesota Department of Veterans Affairs on hand to answer questions.

Many vendors will be present.

This event is FREE but you must register. Day of registration will be accepted only if space is available.

Flyer:

• Conference Flyer
• Save the Date flyer

Location:

Ramada Mall of America
2300 East American Boulevard
Bloomington, MN 55425
(952) 854-3411
www.ramadamoa.com