Branch Out at YWiB Vancouver’s Spring Vino Chat

Ahh, Springtime has arrived! Bits of sunshine, warmer temperatures, and the longer days are giving us energy to take life on headfirst.

Spring is synonymous with “new growth”, so challenge yourself to carry that theme into your professional life. Come crawl out of your Wintery daze, dust off the ol’ networking skills and come see what other young professionals in this city are up to. It's so easy to feel content with our usual circles and routines, but it's important to have a social-aspect to your career...this is exactly where those unexpected opportunities and offers often come from.

With that, YWiB Vancouver’s Spring Vino Chat is a perfect place to branch out and connect with some new people. Drop by for a quick hello, or stay to enjoy a handcrafted cocktail ($1 off with your registration) and grab a bite while you’re there. Either way, we’d love to see you, and you’ll likely leave with a new friend or two.

Meet us at…

The Butcher & Bullock Thursday, March 27^th 6:30pm (but don’t forget to register!)

We recommend bringing personal or business cards for easy info swapping ;)

‘Til then!

YWiB Van

#HolidayWarmUp Was an Inspiring Night of Giving Back!

thank you to everyone for coming out to enjoy a festive drink at the st. regis last wednesday! it was so nice to spend an evening with you before 2013 comes to a close. an even bigger thank you is due for all your donations that night. we were so inspired with the overwhelming amount of clothing that you brought from your closets. although you only needed to bring one item, many of you brought as many knits and fleece as you could find. it really gave us the warm-and-fuzzies to see such generosity.

together, we collected three huge boxes filled to the brim with shoes, scarves, mittens, pants, sweaters, fleece, and jackets, socks, toques, shirts, and blankets! it's this kind of community-minded spirit and initiative that makes a ywib-er so important to her city, and we love you for it!

our guest, Mark Savard of the Covenant House, shed some light on life for youth on the street and the awful conditions that make these kids run out on their own. he explained how significant it is for them to receive a new, clean and warmer pair of clothes as part of the support and love that the Covenant House provides. we've sure had more than our usual share of blue skies, but the rest of winter is still ahead. you can know that your donations will be comforting someone out there.

watch out for us on january 6th when the ywib vancouver team delivers the donations to the covenant house!

we wish you all a very happy and safe holiday and a new year full of fun, challenges, and new experiences!

Join us at Downward Dog, Upward Thinking!

Happy Friday! join us for our upcoming workshop: Downward Dog, Upward Thinking: A Mind, Body + Career session with Matt Corker

a joint event between the YWiB UBC and YWiB Vancouver, YWiB invites you to join a master of motivation and inspiration, Matt Corker, International Operations Specialist at lululemon. Matt will not only help you tap into your strengths, you'll leave his workshop with the tools to carry yourself along the track to success. join us for a 45 minute yoga session followed by an intention- and goal-setting workshop on Tuesday, October 29th!

not big on yoga? don't let that stop you, this sessions is for any yoga-level (including us beginners) and will offer an opportunity to relax your mind and focus your sights on what you want most in your life!

limited space is available so please, register today!

when | tuesday, oct 29th 7:30-9:30pm where | yaletown roundhouse, room B (181 roundhouse mews) cost | $10 for YWiB Vancouver members + non-members* dress | yoga attire or relaxed casual bring | paper + pen, your yoga mat, a water bottle, your aspirations + a girlfriend *YWiB UBC members, please bring your membership card for free entry

Save the Date: From the Field to the Boardroom 2013!

YWiB has teamed up with the Whitecaps again to resurrect one of last year's most popular events! In four weeks, we'll be hosting the 2nd Annual...

From the Field to the Boardroom

#ffb2013 Saturday, July 27th Networking & Panel - 1:30pm @ St. Regis Bar & Grill Kick off - 4pm @ BC Place 

Rachel Lewis, COO of the Whitecaps, is returning this year as our MC and panel host!

Panelists include Ish Jhaj, Shooting for Hope (a program that encourages and empowers young girls in rural India) Jenn Wills, Kickin' with the 'Caps (a Whitecaps program that creates those "hero" moments by connecting youth soccer fans with players) ...and others!

You'll be inspired by these women's stories of confidence, passion, and perseverance-both personally and professionally-that got them to the where they are in Vancouver's sports and health industry.

Get discount tickets here using promo code ffb2013 and choose location-specific seats ($25 - $44) for the big game against Philidelphia Union! Blue section - center field Yellow section - corner Teal/White sections - end field

Tickets for YWiB's Birthday Party!

Finally!!! Tickets to the birthday are now available! Tickets are $10 and go towards your cupcake and a delicious spread of appies by Lost + Found! Make sure to get one in advance, and we'll see you there!

Event details (again): July 10, 2013 Lost + Found Café, 33 W Hastings St. 6:30-8:30pm

Book Launch! "The Financially Empowered Woman" by Tracy Theemes

Remember Money Matters, the phenomenal financial workshop that Tracy Theemes, Co-Founder of Sophia Financial Group, led for YWiB? Well, she happens to have written a book, The Financially Empowered Woman, that overviews the same five crucial steps of financial planning, investing, asset allocation, and how you can grow your money. Being as lovely as she is, Tracy is inviting all friends of YWiB to her book launch and signing to mingle, enjoy a bite to eat and drink, pick up a copy and have it personally signed.

Who: Tracy Theemes' Book Launch What: The Financially Empowered Woman: Everything You Really Want to Know About Your Money Where: Sophia Financial Group, 3762 West 10th Avenue When: Wednesday, June 19 (6-7:30 pm) How: RSVP here How much: Free!

Can't make the book launch? You can order a copy of her book via email — tracy.theemes@raymondjames.ca

Don't forget Tracy holds regular FREE financial planning sessions at her office as well. Due to space constraints, they usually require RSVP, so if you'd like to be in the loop for upcoming sessions, register for the event notifications on the Online RSVP Form, under the News & Events tab.

Money Matters is Soon!

Money Matters is just around the corner!  This coming Wednesday, Tracy Theemes will be at our disposal to answer all your burning questions about anything and everything finance.  It’s a casual and conversational evening, and because of that, feel free to send us topics or questions that you have an interest in hearing about (or bring them to the event!) on Wednesday. Make sure to sign upsoon before registration ends! E-mail us at info@ywib.ca , tweet at us @YWiB, or post on our facebook page to make sure Tracy will cover what you’re most interested in!

Tracy Theemes is down-to-earth and great at boiling down the complexities of money matters into easy-to-grasp concepts.

Some topics she has on her list:

• How to save money effectively and general good money habits to adopt
• What is “asset allocation” and why should we know about it?
• What are registered versus non-registered accounts?
• Investing – The various investment vehicles out there and which ones are “the best”
• Fees & Commissions – how much of your money is actually being invested?
• How do you assess your acceptable investment “risk” level?
• Mutual funds – What are they!?
• RRSPs – When is the right time to start?
• Filing your tax returns – Best practices for separating your taxes owed and making sure you don’t spend that money that isn’t yours!
• What do landlord/property management companies take advantage of renters?
• What to look out for the first time renter/buyer
• Fixed versus variable rate mortgage
• Staying out of the “red” with your credit

If, at the end of the evening, you feel you want further explanation or guidance, you’re welcome to have a quick chat with her.  But, while she can’t come home with you, you can definitely pick up her book,The Financially Empowered Woman: Everything You Really Want to Know About Your Money.

We hope to see you there!