Salary Negotiation 101 : an AAUW Work Smart Workshop
Sponsored by the Women's Fund of Rhode Island  in partnership with TOAST: The Empowered Black Women’s Collaborative.

If you’ve been wanting to level up in your career or your professional development—now is the time to do so. Come dine with the Queens of TOAST, rub elbows with other professionals, and walk away with the connections and strategies that you need to survive, thrive and ask for what you are worth.

Women who negotiate increase their potential to earn higher salaries and better benefits packages. By negotiating fair and equitable salaries, you’ll be better able to pay off loans, buy the things you want and need, and even save for retirement.
 
Why is negotiation so important? Research on the gender pay gap shows that, one year out of college, women are already paid significantly less than their male counterparts. Women who work full time take home 80 cents for every dollar a full-time male worker is paid. And over a lifetime, those lost potential earnings add up.
 
This course will be taught by Kelly Nevins, Executive Director of the Women’s Fund of Rhode Island, a registered AAUW Work Smart trainer.

This event is open to the public. Reservations are required and limited to 50 guests for this intimate interactive workshop.
 
The AAUW Work Smart Workshop
AAUW Work Smart is designed to help you negotiate for a new job, raise, or promotion. In every two-hour workshop you’ll gain confidence in your negotiation style through facilitated discussion and role-play and learn:

How to identify and articulate your personal value

How to develop an arsenal of persuasive responses and other negotiation strategies, including how to get a raise or promotion

How to conduct objective market research to benchmark a target salary and benefits

About the wage gap, including its long-term consequences

Bonus Workshop: Knowledge is Power - Financial Strategies for Women
Hosted  by Inas Alawam of Ameriprise Financial 

 During this complimentary seminar intended for women, you’ll learn ways to 

Uncover “hidden” compensation opportunities you may not know about.

Take full advantage of every employee benefit available to you.

Manage your income more effectively so you can find more dollars to invest in your dreams.

 
The timeline will be as follows:

10:30am-11:00am: A private wine and vineyard tour Sponsored by Ameriprise Financial  

11:00pm-1:00pm: AAUW Work Smart Workshop-Sponsored by the Women's Fund of Rhode Island 

1:00pm-1:15pm: Intermission/Networking 

1:15pm-1:45pm: Bonus Workshop, Knowledge is Power, Hosted by Ameriprise Financial

1:45pm-2:00pm: Additional Networking 

Price of admission includes the following: 
General Admission:

A gourmet brunch provided by BRIX Restaurant

Access to the AAUW Work Smart Workshop

Access to the bounus Bonus Workshop: Knowledge is Power - Financial Strategies for Women

Complimentary Parking 

VIP Admission:

A private vineyard and winemaking tour by Newport Vineyards

A complimentary signature drink

A gourmet brunch buffet provided by BRIX Restaurant

Access to the AAUW Work Smart Workshop 

Access to the bounus Bonus Workshop: Knowledge is Power - Financial Strategies for Women

Complimentary Parking

What  is TOAST? 
TOAST: The Empowered Black Women's Collaborative, is an exclusive seasonal networking soiree for all women of color to connect, gather and empower one another through social experiences in unique venues within the New England region.
Hosted by Pearl Farquharson of Designed by Delsie, the purpose of TOAST (to obtain anything, start thinking) is to provide a platform where women can champion one other and establish relationships that can carry on throughout their personal, career and entrepreneurial endeavors.

Who is TOAST for?
If you are a  budding career professional, a serial entrepreneur, or seeking to make meaningful connections,  attendees of all levels are invited to TOAST to enhance their individual direction.
FAQs
What  does my admission include? 
Price of admission includes the following: 
General Admission:

A gourmet brunch provided by BRIX Restaurant

Access to the AAUW Work Smart Workshop

Access to the bounus Bonus Workshop: Knowledge is Power - Financial Strategies for Women

Complimentary Parking 

VIP Admission:

A private vineyard and winemaking tour by Newport Vineyards

A complimentary signature drink

A gourmet brunch buffet provided by BRIX Restaurant

Access to the AAUW Work Smart Workshop 

Access to the bounus Bonus Workshop: Knowledge is Power - Financial Strategies for Women

Complimentary Parking

What is the dress code?:  
"Boss Chic": Attendees of TOAST are requested to wear their, "Saturday Best". This is an upscale daytime event, and all are encouraged to express thieir creativity through appropriate attire.
A portion of the event will be hosted ourdoors. Please plan to dress accordingly.

Is my registration/ticket transferrable?
All registration/tickets are non-transferable.

What is the refund policy?
All payments are final and there are no refunds.

Will my photo be taken at this Soiree?
Yes, there is a possibility that you may be filmed or have your photo taken for visual purposes. As a guest, you agree to these terms.

Are sponsorship opportunities available?
Yes, we have several sponsorship opportunities are available. E-mail us at pearl@desigedbydelsie.com, or visit https://www.designedbydelsie.com/toast-the-empowered-black-womens-collaborative/ for more information

What are my parking options?
Complimentary parrking is available

How can I contact the organizer with any questions?
Should you have any questions, please contact Pearl Farquharson at pearl@designedbydelsie.com

Do I have to bring my printed ticket to the event?
You do not have to bring your printed ticket to the event. Please have a valid photo ID ready at our registration table.