Women's Business Bridge Navigate your Network Stillwater River Cruise

Your Captain for this Cruise: Paula Skoviera 
Paula brings years of experience and a compass that always points to connection ~ to help you spot the right people, build your dream crew, and make your networking efforts truly work. Whether you've felt isolated in your work or just need a stronger crew to support your next big move,
this keynote is your boarding pass.
Don't miss it! because ship happens
and it's better when you've got the right crew beside you.

Ship Happens: Choose Your Crew Wisely
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​Set sail on a high-energy, laugh-out-loud, truth-packed keynote with Paula Skoviera ~ a seasoned connector, master networker, and business matchmaker with decades of experience building bridges (and crews) that actually float. In Ship Happens, Paula unpacks the three essential "ships" every woman in business needs to build a career that lasts and relationships that matter:

Relationships! Connect with others in your same industry not as rivals, but as allies. Learn how to collaborate, support each other, and even share business instead of seeing each other as the competition.

Partnerships! Discover your natural referral partners and how to build meaningful connections that generate business both ways. Paula will show you how to find them, market to them, and grow together.

Friendships! Because doing business with people you actually like makes everything better. Learn how to deepen connections, introduce others, and create real friendships inside your professional world.

Crew Conversation Stations ~ you will choose 3 of the 6 stations to attend onsite 

 "First Mate, First Impression" Personal Brand Station
~ led by Kristina Marshall, Kristina Lynn Photography & Design ~ Learn the do's & don'ts for a professional headshot with a local photographer, to be sure your image matches your brand. 

 "Tagline Tugboat" Messaging & Tagline Station
~ led by Krista Skjold-Robbins, Presentation storyteller and designer | KSR Creative ~ Learn from a wordsmith how to craft your signature phrase or elevator pitch to make it short, sharp, and memorable.

 "Sail the Socials" Social Media Mini-Audit Station
~ led by Melissa Rose, Brick and Mortar Visibility ~ A social pro gives a quick review of Instagram, Facebook, or LinkedIn with tips to optimize your presence.
 

 "Crew Check" Find Your Biz Besties Station
~ led by Paula Skoviera, Princess Paula Consulting ~ Create a networking map where women write down who they need and match up with potential collaborators.

🤝"Navigating Networking as an Introvert": Come as You Are Station
~ led by Amanda Lathrop, Lead Sheep Productions ~ Discover practical tips to build genuine connections, boost confidence, and navigate networking in a way that feels authentic and comfortable. Whether you're shy, quiet, or just need a new approach-come as you are and leave feeling ready to connect with purpose.

 ⛵“Sail Into Sales Success: How to Sell With Confidence & Authenticity” Station
~ led by Kim Zahradka, Norwex ~ Set sail with proven strategies and tips to boost your confidence, connect authentically and chart your course to sales success.

Coffee & Connections before we board the boat at Darn Knit Anyway
Enjoy coffee & connections!
Meet new friends and get some pre-boarding tips from Princess Paula before our fun-filled afternoon!

Plus...Learn more about Darn Knit Anyway and hear the story of this women-owned and operated business that crafters drive MILES to shop at and attend their creative events! Shop in their awesome yarn store and connect with fellow attendees in their cozy Maker's Lounge ~ You don't want to miss the FUN! Come anytime between 9:00 and 10:30, when we will walk over and board the boat!
Located at 423 S. Main Street, Stillwater

Align your brand with growth, leadership, and community impact!

Sponsoring the Women’s Business Bridge Navigate your Network Stillwater River Cruise positions your business as a champion of women in leadership while giving your business exposure to an engaged and influential audience.

Be an Anchor Sponsor—reserve your sponsorship today and help empower women in business
to reach new horizons!

We look forward to welcoming you aboard the Stillwater Majestic Star for a day of inspiration and connection!