International Women's Day #GiveToGain presented by TAPPI's Women in Industry Division

Description:

Join us for an inspiring virtual International Women’s Day event hosted by the Women in Industry Division of TAPPI, centered around the theme #GiveToGain – a reminder that what we give to ourselves, to others, and to our communities comes back to us in meaningful ways.

Led by Lisa Ryan, CSP, a Certified Speaking Professional with more than 20 years of experience in marketing, training, and sales, this interactive session will feature personal testimonials in three engaging breakout discussions, giving participants the opportunity to connect, reflect, and share in a supportive space:

Self-Care: What You Give Back to Yourself 🌷

Explore how prioritizing self-care fuels resilience, confidence, and growth—both personally and professionally.

Others: Gratitude & Connection 🌻

Join a breakout room focused on sharing gratitude for the people who inspire, support, and uplift us, and reflect on the power of appreciation.

Community: What We Gain from Volunteering 🌹

Share charitable and volunteer efforts you’re involved in and discuss how giving back strengthens both our communities and ourselves.

Whether you’re looking to recharge, connect with others, or be inspired by shared experiences, this event offers a meaningful way to celebrate International Women’s Day together.

✨ Come ready to reflect, share, and discover how giving truly leads to gaining.

Speaker: Lisa Ryan, CSP

Lisa Ryan, CSP, is a Certified Speaking Professional with more than 20 years of experience in marketing, training, and sales. She has worked in various industries, including manufacturing, healthcare, and executive recruiting. She is the Chief Appreciation Strategist and Founder of Grategy®, a Cleveland-based firm specializing in employee engagement, retention, and recognition using gratitude strategies (Grategies) for personal and professional development.

Lisa’s work experience and research into employee engagement and cultural transformation give her a unique perspective for retaining top talent. Her quick wit, sense of humor, and entertaining programs keep her clients coming back for more.

As the author of eleven books, including “Thank You Very Much: Gratitude Strategies to Create a Workplace Culture that ROCKS,” Lisa offers many additional resources to keep the conversations going after her programs. She is the host of the Manufacturers’ Network Podcast and can also be seen twice monthly on the Elevate Your Engagement Levels – What You Need to Know TV show on the Elite Experts Network.

An active member of The National Speakers Association, Lisa has been featured in Speaker Magazine as an expert advisor, writes articles for several association newsletters and online publications, and regularly speaks for national and international association conferences.