Nationally Renowned Crisis Management Expert, Judy Smith Keynote Las Vegas Women's Conference

Jan. 30, 2013 - PRLog -- (LAS VEGAS – NV)  Global  Ultimate Women’s Forum (GUWF)  (formerly  Las Vegas Women’s Leadership Conference)  is proud to announce crisis management expert , author and creator of the ABC hit thriller  "SCANDAL,"  Judy Smith will be the keynote speaker at this year’s women’s empowerment conference. Conference takes place April 23 – 24, 2013 at Texas Station Hotel & Casino in Las Vegas, NV.

The real-life inspiration behind ABC's hit political thriller series 'Scandal,' Judy Smith is the US's premier crisis management expert. Uniquely combining her communication skills, media savvy, and legal and political acumen, the founder and president of Smith & Company is among the country's top experts on crisis management. A former assistant U.S. attorney and deputy press secretary to President George H. W. Bush, she honed her communications skills during some of the most historic events of our time. Her experience in crisis management – whether counseling Fortune 500 corporations, heads of state, U.S. government agencies, or prominent sports figures.  A go-to person for corporations, politicians, business owners and celebrities seeking counsel in times of crisis.

In keeping with the conference’s theme, “Unleash the Power in YOU,” Smith will deliver a speech titled “Good Self, Bad Self: Transforming Your Worst Qualities into Your Biggest Assets."

The two-day  conference designed to empower professional and entrepreneurial women  will examine the distinctive challenges that women face in corporate America and offer business success strategies that focus on emerging business trends, management techniques, and workforce diversity.

"This year's exceptional speakers are not only distinguished by their achievements, but also for their role in inspiring other women to strive for greatness," said Jo Cato, Conference Founder. "Attendees tell us that the caliber of our speakers and the spirit of collaboration they experience attending past GUWF Leadership Conference energizes them, empowers them to tackle professional challenges, and motivates them to give back to other women."

The conference will feature a dynamic lineup of diverse local and nationally recognized speakers,   Accomplished women role models and career coaches, as well as provide a forum for breakout sessions for dialogue and individual networking among highly motivated conference attendees.

GUWF is open to women of all ethnicities , professions and social backgrounds, locally and nationally, and men who support women. Part proceeds of the conference after costs will be donated to one or more local nonprofit agencies devoted to the development of women and girls.

The conference is sponsored by FedEx, Nokia, Periwinkle Media Group and Grey Goose.  Participating sponsorships are available to organizations or companies who share the vision and goals of this conference. Inquiries regarding sponsorship may be made by calling (702) 743-7087 or email cindymais@jocato.com.

Individuals may register online at http://lvwomensleadershipconference.com/.   Early registration (before March 25, 2013) is $130 per person; registration thereafter is $150 per person.  The cost for students is $75.  For those interested in attending the UNSTOPPABLE AWARD  luncheon only, entrance may be purchased for $75.

Vendor Booths are also available at $250.00.  The conference is open to the public and limited space remains available for registration.

For Information about registration and sponsorships, please visit http://lvwomensleadershipconference.com/.

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