Wharton Club of DC

Are you thriving at work and in life, or facing challenges getting into that zone?

You are invited to join us on February 5 at the Tower Club at Tysons to hear Michael Lee Stallard, president of E Pluribus Partners and a leading authority on employee engagement.

Michael will describe key facets of surviving and thriving at all times, but even in the more challenging circumstances confronting you - and all of us - now:

Beyond Maslow: the six universal human needs to thrive
How emotional connections meet human needs that affect happiness, creativity and productivity
How you can foster a Connection Culture at work and in your life outside of work

Michael is the primary author of the book Fired Up or Burned Out. It has been widely praised by well-respected leaders and thought leaders:

Award-winning journalist William A. Holstein of The New York Times wrote that Michael’s ideas on connection reflect “great wisdom.”
Bestselling author Seth Godin wrote, “this is a very big idea. While it's simple, it's not easy to do, but it's important. Hurry!"
Frances Hesselbein, Chairman of the Leader to Leader Institute, described the book as "the indispensable leadership guide for leaders everywhere."
Executive search firm founder Russell Reynolds, Jr. wrote, "An enthralling and impressive work. It shows how to empower people and create great societies, corporations and cultures. I'm giving it to everyone at my own firm."

Meet Michael Lee Stallard:

Michael has spoken at conferences organized by Fortune magazine, The World Presidents’ Organization, and the Corporate Executive Board, as well as the Wharton Club of New York. He is a guest lecturer at New York University’s Stern School of Business and The University of Virginia’s Darden School of Business.

Michael is a former chief marketing officer for businesses at Morgan Stanley and Charles Schwab. He also previously worked in as an executive in investment banking, finance, marketing and sales positions at Barclays de Zoete Wedd, Van Kampen Investments and Texas Instruments.

Michael writes about the leadership of American companies for The Economic Times, India's largest circulation business newspaper. His work has also appeared in leading publications around the world including The Wall Street Journal, The New York Times, Leader to Leader, Leadership Excellence, The Journal of The American Management Association, Shukan Diayamondo (Japan) and Capital (Dubai).

Author, "Fired Up Or Burned Out"
Co-Founder, President and CEO of E Pluribus Partners
www.epluribuspartners.com- company website.
www.fireduporburnedout.com- book website.
www.michaelleestallard.com- blog.

You can click here for a link to a video clip to hear more from Michael directly about the need for this engagement, and getting fired up, the premise for his book.

This is from the Wharton Club of NY program chair, Jennifer Gregorious:

“Wharton alumni had the privilege to hear Michael Lee Stallard, President and CEO of E Pluribus Partners discuss his book,” Fired Up or Burned Out”. The evening was truly inspirational.
Michael’s ability to connect and engage by providing real life stories and personal experiences spoke volumes in support of the work he has done in creating “connection cultures”.
Wanting to feel connected and engaged in the workforce is one thing but having the toolkit and support that Michael offers is quite another. Michael’s discussion was truly compelling and informative and those present were fortunate to hear his message.”

More about Michael can be found at www.michaelleestallard.com
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When: Thursday, February 5, 2009, 730-1000am

730-815 - Hot breakfast, Networking
815-930 - Presentation, Q&A
930-1000 - Additional networking

Where: Tower Club at Tysons, 8000 Towers Crescent Drive, Suite 1700, off Route 7 (2 hours free parking)(see directions below)

Registration:
Current Members of sponsoring groups - Wharton, HBS & Tower Clubs, ASTD, SHRM, ACP - $40/person for full breakfast and copy of Michael's book, 2 hours free parking - through 3 pm 2/4 (Non-Wharton - please list your group in "Special Instructions" when you sign in; thanks!)

Non Members, and for everyone, including members, after 3 pm cutoff on 2/4, plus walk-ins (if any space is available) - $60/person

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The Tower Club Tysons Corner
8000 Towers Crescent Drive
Suite 1700
Vienna, Virginia 22182
703-761-4250

Directions to the Tower Club:

Via Interstate 66:
(Note: HOV (2 or more people) times are 6:30am to 9:00am and 4:00pm to 6:00pm)
From Washington, take I66 West, to exit 66B, Rt. 7 West. Go approx. .2 of a mile and you will see a Marriott Hotel on the right. Turn right onto Fashion Boulevard. Go through 2 stop signs turn right into the parking garage of Towers Crescent. Walk out of the garage at PLAZA LEVEL and enter lobby of 8000 Towers Crescent. The Tower Club is on the 17th floor, and you must change elevators at the 14th floor to reach the Club.

Via George Washington Parkway:
From Washington, take George Washington Parkway West to 495 South. From 495S take exit 47A to Route 7 West. Go approx. .2 of a mile and you will see a Marriott Hotel on the right. Turn right onto Fashion Boulevard. Go through 2 stop signs turn right into the parking garage of Towers Crescent. Walk out of the garage at PLAZA LEVEL and enter lobby of 8000 Towers Crescent. The Tower Club is on the 17th floor, and you must change elevators at the 14th floor to reach the Club.

Dulles Airport:
From Dulles International Airport, take the toll road (route 267). Exit to Route 7 East through Tyson’s Corner. Go approx. 1 mile, turn left onto Fashion Boulevard. Go through 2 stop signs turn right into the parking garage of Towers Crescent. Walk out of the garage at PLAZA LEVEL and enter lobby of 8000 Towers Crescent. The Tower Club is on the 17th floor, and you must change elevators at the 14th floor to reach the Club.

From McLean:
Go South on 123, Dolley Madison/Chain Bridge Road -Turn Left on International Drive. (Sunoco gas station on left corner). Follow International Drive until Leesburg Pike/Route 7. Turn Left on Leesburg Pike/Route 7. Turn Left on Fashion Boulevard. Go through 2 stop signs turn right into the parking garage of Towers Crescent. Walk out of the garage at PLAZA LEVEL and enter lobby of 8000 Towers Crescent. The Tower Club is on the 17th floor, and you must change elevators at the 14th floor to reach the Club.

From Maryland and Points North:
Go to 495 South. From 495S take exit 47A to Route 7 West. Go approx. .2 of a mile and you will see a Marriott Hotel on the right. Turn right onto Fashion Boulevard. Go through 2 stop signs turn right into the parking garage of Towers Crescent. Walk out of the garage at PLAZA LEVEL and enter lobby of 8000 Towers Tysons. The Tower Club is on the 17th floor, and you must change elevators at the 14th floor to reach the Club.

*********Building Parking will say "TOWERS CRESCENT PARKING"***********

Obtain a ticket at the entrance to the garage. Take the ticket to the Tower Club Receptionist for validation stamp, the first 2 hours are free.

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Click here to reserve your place(s)!!! Limited space - Reserve early!