TGIF is a dynamic women’s speaker series that hosts quarterly events featuring thought leaders and industry experts. Our goal is to educate, empower, and inspire women within our community, sparking creativity and new possibilities. Each gathering highlights accomplished women who share both their professional journeys and personal stories, offering valuable insights, expertise, and wisdom.
What’s in your future? (Sorry about referencing the Capital One jingle), but the truth is, none of us truly know. We hope you will join us for the next TGIF on Friday June 13th at TPC at Avenel, to explore “There’s No Crystal Ball: Navigating Future Uncertainties with Confidence and Grace.” It’s not the unpredictability of the future that defines us, but how we choose to navigate it. The key to thriving in times of uncertainty is not in having all the answers, but in trusting our ability to respond with confidence and grace. Our three remarkable speakers are a testament to this truth. The path forward may be unclear, but when we face it with a clear sense of purpose and unwavering belief in ourselves, we can shape our journey with strength and wisdom. Please visit our registration site to learn more about each of our speakers at TGIFtickets.com.
Amy Smith is a consummate journalist (Northwestern University’s Medill School of Journalism), and has spent her 30-year career in PR, freelance writing, publishing and college admissions coaching. Amy will TEACH us how to craft our own next chapters with an eye toward our future aspirations.
Amanda Segal is a leading expert in the field of fertility and spent a 20-year career playing a pivotal role in developing and marketing an innovative financial program tailored for patients seeking in vitro fertilization (IVF) treatment nationwide. In addition to being an international Peloton influencer in her free time, come learn how Amanda has GIVEN the gift of life to so many families.
Gina Willoughby is the CEO of Willoughby Consulting Group and has worked extensively as a master facilitator for Fortune 500 companies for the last 20 years. After her mother was diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease, Gina became passionate about enhancing brain health and cognitive wellness. Gina will INSPIRE us with her own personal journey to wellness as she tirelessly devotes her time to the Alzheimer’s Association in addition to being a master group cycle instructor.
Join us for a special morning of Health, Hope and Humor.
Doors open at 9:30 a.m. Brunch will be served. Ample parking available.
Amy Smith – Teach Speaker
Amy Smith is a consummate journalist (Northwestern University’s Medill School of Journalism), who has spent her career in PR, freelance writing, publishing and college admissions counseling. Her unique talent is getting to the heart of the story and in helping craft “the next story” for both adults and teens alike..
Amy is a member of NACAC, the National Association for College Admission Counseling, a business member of HECA, Higher Education Consultants Association, was an invited speaker at Degy Entertainment’s College Education & Entertainment Summit, and was featured on The College Scoops Podcast (“Find Your Wow Factor”). She was a panelist at the Association for Education in Journalism and Mass Communication Conference and a frequent presenter at schools on the college writing process. Amy graduated in the top 10% of her class from Northwestern’s Medill School of Journalism. Her article on offbeat tactics students used to catch the eye of admissions officers – first written in high school – won first place in the William Randolph Hearst Pulitzers of College Journalism contest and was published in the University of Florida Master Lecturer Department of Journalism’s Mike Foley’s coursebook, How I Got That Story. Amy’s published writing and business ventures have been featured on The Today Show, ABC National News, and in The Wall Street Journal and New York Times, and she is a prior national wire columnist. She authored an essay in Knowing Pains: Women on Love, Sex & Work in Our ‘40s and was featured in I Love Mondays…and Other Confessions from Devoted Working Moms.
Married to Mitch for 30 years, Amy has three sons, graduates of Vanderbilt, Duke, and the University of South Carolina. Her Labrador, Whiskey, frequently pops into editing sessions to steal an apple core out of the trash can when they know Amy is too focused to stop her 🙂
AMANDA SEGAL – Give Speaker
Amanda Segal’s journey commenced in Cape Town, South Africa, where she met and married her husband, Mark. In 1991, they emigrated to the Washington, D.C.-Maryland area. In Potomac, Maryland, she worked for the newly established congregation of B’nai Tzedek, assisting Rabbi Stuart Weinblatt in preparing the synagogue for its construction.
In 1993, Amanda’s career took a new turn when she joined Shady Grove Fertility, which has since become the largest fertility practice in the country. Within a year, she played a pivotal role in marketing an innovative financial program tailored for patients seeking in-vitro fertilization (IVF) treatment. Amanda’s dedication and expertise helped thousands of patients comprehend the financial aspects of the IVF process.
In 2008, Amanda’s spearheaded the creation of an international egg donation program, enabling patients from the United Kingdom, Ireland, Canada, Europe, and China to seek treatment in the United States. Drawing from her own experience of needing fertility treatment to conceive her three children, Amanda provided comfort and valuable information to prospective patients.
Amanda’s exceptional work was recognized in 2013 when she was awarded the prestigious title of Employee of the Year for her unwavering dedication, passion, and expertise in her field.
Amanda’s life took an unexpected turn during the COVID-19 pandemic, which disrupted international travel and marked the end of nearly three decades of dedicated service. Seeking a new chapter in her life, she found a home within the Peloton community. Amanda’s passion for promoting a healthy lifestyle and her love for Peloton workouts led her to become a Peloton influencer, encouraging hundreds/thousands of individuals to join the platform. Amanda’s journey continues, with her passion for fitness and her dedication to helping others fueling her endeavors. She resides between Potomac, Maryland, and Florida with her husband, Mark. Her greatest pride and joy are her three children, Aaron, Kayla, and Nicole.
