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Exclusive: Nikki Reed Designs a Jewelry Line for 7 For All Mankind

May 6, 2013 – ELLE

Step Up supporter Nikki Reed shares an exclusive interview about her jewelry line for 7 For All Mankind.

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Coach Gives Back

May 3, 2013 – Factio

Coach, the American luxury leather goods company has paired up with Step Up Women’s Network of Chicago (an organization that ignites women and girls to fulfill their potential) to celebrate the brand’s spring shoe collection. On May 2nd, a cocktail party took place with hosts Helen Berkun, Megan Taylor, and LeeAnn Trotter. Guests sipped on champagne, shopping the new shoe collection knowing that Coach will be donating 10% of every shoe purchased to support Step Up Women’s Network. Celebrate the collaboration by stopping by from May 2nd through the 5th, at the 625 N. Michigan Avenue location in Chicago. Shop till you drop, for a good cause.

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Fresh Spring Shoes from Coach!

April 30, 2013 – Racked.com

Just in time for Mother's Day, the newest Coach shoe collection is being unveiled at Chicago's newly remodeled Michigan Avenue store. Hosts Helen Berkun, Megan Taylor and LeeAnn Trotter as well as other members of The Step Up Women's Network are celebrating the brand's Spring Shoe Collection with a weekend-long promotion. May 2-5 Coach will donate 10% of the retail sale's amount of every shoe purchase to the organization.

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Things We Love: Coach + Step Up Women’s Network

April 29, 2013 – Chicago’s SPLASH

As if we needed another reason to shop for sandals: For every Coach shoe purchase made from May 2-5 (including these Gemma wedges, left, $298) the brand will make a donation to Step Up Women’s Network, which aims to help women and girls reach their full potential through after-school programs, mentorships and financial support.

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Step Up Women’s Network Power Hour 2013

April 25, 2013 – Guest of a Guest

Guests gathered at the Metropolitan Pavilion for an evening of mentoring and networking in New York City.

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Why Everyone Needs a Mentor – and How to Get One!

April 9, 2013 – ivillage.com

Look to senior executives within your company or well-known leaders within the industry who inspire you. You’ll uncover a number of potential role models by getting involved in relevant professional associations: Step Up Women’s Network (SUWN) or the National Association of Professional Women (NAPW). These groups provide countless professional development and networking opportunities for women of all ages and stages of their careers.

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What's right Now!: This Week's Parties

March 11, 2013 – InStyle.com

Twilight star Nikki Reed and her husband Paul McDonald performed together at the Step Up Women's Network benefit concert at The Roxy in Beverly Hills. The organization is focused on helping under-resourced girls and women recognize their full potential.

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Moroccanoil Dinner to Benefit Step Up Women’s Network

February 19, 2013- Gotham

Gotham magazine and Moroccanoil hosted an evening of dinner and conversation at Le Cirque to benefit the Step Up Women’s Network , which offers mentorship and financial assistance to underserved women. Moroccanoil Global Creative Director Antonio Corral Calero offered makeovers to a board member and a beneficiary, who each chronicled her experience with the organization during the evening.

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Mentors: Your Most Important Relationship?

January 30, 2013 – Today's Chicago Women

Women currently account for nearly 60 percent of college graduates. Since 2010, we've even made up the majority of the workforce (granted, by a very slight margin, and only if you count part-time workers.) But, according to The Chicago Network, we still only make up 15 percent of executive positions in Chicago's top 50 public companies. Those numbers bear out on a national scale and in Fortune 500 companies.

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6 Tips for Starting a Long-Lasting Mentor Relationship

January 18, 2013 – Today's Chicago Women

January is National Mentoring Month, so if you've been considering seeking a mentor, now may be the perfect time. But the process does not need to be daunting. Here are six simple tips for starting a long-lasting mentor relationship today!

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Midday Fix: Tips for developing mentor relationships from Step Up Women's Network

January 15, 2013 – WGN Midday News

Step Up Chicago Managing Director Cassandra Gaddo discusses mentor tips for National Mentoring Month.

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Step Up Women's Network Celebrates 15 Years of Mentoring and Giving Back

January 9, 2013 – The Women's Eye

Back in 1998, talent agent Kaye Popofsky Kramer invited two dozen friends into her living room following her mother's breast cancer diagnosis, to find a way for women to take a proactive role in their community. The idea was for them to lend each other support, to help advance one another and to give back. Now the nonprofit, Step Up, she founded is 50,000 strong and successfully bridging the gap between professional women and underserved girls.

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50 Holiday Gifts Under $50

December 2012 – Family Circle

Welcome to gift central! Here are great holiday gifts that won't break the bank! Clos du Bois Rouge Cosmetique by Pixi - 100% of proceeds to Step Up Women's Network.

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Stepping Up in the City

November 30, 2012 – Gotham Magazine

Nearly 1,500 members and friends of Step Up Women's Network and Gotham gathered coast-to-coast on November 14, 2012 to ring in the non-profit's 15th year of service to women and girls.

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Stepping Up in the City

November 27, 2012 – Cheeky Chicago

Mix. Mingle. Mentor. Raise a glass for charity: the New-Year's-Eve-style countdown to officially welcome the start of Step Up Women's Network's year-long, 15th anniversary celebration has begun.

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What's Luck Got to Do With It?

November 5, 2012 – The Huffington Post

It's not often that you see a former U.S. Ambassador, major Hollywood producer and high-powered TV journalist intimidated. Was it a head of state? An internet mogul? A rock legend who made these women feel daunted? No. It was a group of unassuming teenage girls who had come for dinner.

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Step Up Women's Power Breakfast

November 4, 2012 – Angeleno

THE PARTY Step Up Women's Network presents a Power Breakfast at Theory on Melrose in West Hollywood THE PLAYERS Melinda W. Snyder Senior Vice President, Wells Fargo and Sonia Granada Senior Client Associate, Wells Fargo THE HIGHLIGHTS A light breakfast was served giving guests the opportunity to network with fellow Icon+ Step Up members. There was a candid and intimate discussion with Melinda Snyder, all the while guests were able to partake in shopping the latest Theory collection during private store hours with a 20% discount.

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Rise & Shine!

November 2012 – CS

The second annual fundraiser celebrating local fare and benefiting Step Up Women's Network

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Stars Who Care

November 2012 – US Weekly Online

The actress [Eva Mendes] has worked with the Step Up Women's Network, a group dedicated to empowering teen girls from underserved communities. "I loved spending time with the young women from Step Up and their moms," Mendes tells Us.

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Shine & Dine

November 2012 – Today's Chicago Woman

WHO Step Up Women's Network WHAT 2nd Annual Shine & Dine WHEN Thursday, August 9 WHERE Galleria Marchetti WHY To meet Step Up teens, see mentorship/after-school programs in action and raise money for the non-profit RAISED $142,000

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Launches You'll Love

November 2012 – InStyle

Talk about wine-stained lips: Pixi's cosmetics set includes a bottle of Rouge, the winery's newest blend, and tints for cheeks, lips, and nails that play off the beverage's ruby color. Even more intoxicating? All proceeds go to the Step Up Women's Network. (Clos du Bois Rouge Cosmétique by Pixi, $30; closdubois.com.)

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Week In Photos

October 26, 2012 – Wonderwall MSN

Nikki Reed and husband Paul McDonald host 7 For All Mankind and Step Up Women's Network's "A Stepped Up Affair" at Cecconi's restaurant in West Hollywood, Calif., on Oct. 24, 2012.

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7 For All Mankind and Step Up Women's Network Celebrate "A Stepped Up Affair"

October 25, 2012 – ZIMBIO

7 For All Mankind and Step Up Women's Network celebrated "A Stepped Up Affair" at Cecconi's Restaurant on October 24, 2012 in Los Angeles, California.

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Step Up Soiree 2012: An Evening with Media Mavens

October 25, 2012 – Guest of a Guest

Guests gathered at Hotel Americano for an exclusive networking soiree on October 24, 2012 in New York City.

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MANHATTAN and Step Up At Judith & Charles

October 9, 2012 – MANHATTAN Magazine

MANHATTAN magazine teamed up with Step Up Women's Network to host a VIP shopping and styling soiree at Judith & Charles.

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Step Up Women's Breakfast

October 4, 2012 – Angeleno

THE PARTY: Step Up Women's Network presents a Power Breakfast at Santa Monica Eatery Tiato. THE PLAYERS: Pepperdine University female Deans Dr. Margaret Weber, Graduate School of Education & Psychology and Dr. Linda A. Livingston, Graziadio School of Business. THE HIGHLIGHTS: The morning included a delightful breakfast served in the beautiful courtyard of Tiato. Guests had the opportunity to network with fellow Icon+ Step Up members, and they were treated to a candid and intimate discussion with Margaret Weber & Linda Livingston.

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Bernadette Answers Some College FAQs

October 4, 2012 – Seventeen

Over the summer, I interned for Step Up Women's Network, and a few of the teens involved with the nonprofit asked me some great questions about college. I'm sure you Seventeen-ers are wondering a lot of the same things, so I thought I'd give you some answers in my next vlog—check it out!

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Shine & Dine

September 27, 2012 – Michigan Avenue

Step Up Women's Network welcomed nearly 600 members, supporters, and guests to its annual fundraiser gala at Galleria Marchetti. Guests enjoyed a silent auction and fare from Chicago's finest restaurants, and met teens who participate in the nonprofit's mentorship and after-school programs. The evening raised $142,000 to benefit Step Up.

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Step Up Women's Network Hosts "View From the Top" at the Union League Club

September 19, 2012 – Today's Chicago Woman

Are you feeling inspired, motivated and confident? Here is your chance to share your success, mentor an underserved teen girl through high school and assist her in applying to college through Step Up Women's Network.

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The Impact of Networking

September 18, 2012 – Henson Consulting Blog

They say that networking is one of the most important components of PR. In light of this, Chicago Managing Director Cassandra Gaddo gave her take on the impact of networking by sharing "10 things You Didn't Know About Step Up Women's Network" via Henson Consulting's blog.

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Kristin Chenoweth, Nicole Richie & The Hilton Sisters Glam Up At Fashion Week

September 15, 2012 – VIBE

Kristin Chenoweth, Nicole Richie, Jamie Chung, Byrdie Bell, Paris and Nicky Hilton, … These were a few of the VIPs on hand at the Clos du Bois Rouge & Pixi Beauty Daily Style Sessions party during New York Fashion Week. The party … introduced Clos du Bois Rouge Cosmétique by Pixi – a new makeup collection inspired by the wine company. All proceeds from the sale … will go to Step Up Women's Network.

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Stepping Up…in More Ways Than One: Second Annual Shine & Dine Event

August 28, 2012 – Cheeky Chicago

Charity events in Chicago are a great time … As great as it is to give your $100 to a local, national or global cause, the point of our presence at a charity event has the tendency to get lost … That is, until a drizzly August evening when I attended the most impactful charity event I've been to all year…Step Up Women's Networks Second Annual Shine & Dine event.

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Raise Money for Charity With Juicy Couture Just by Tweeting

August 20, 2012 – InStyle

Juicy Couture just released its first-ever fashion film—watch the Karlie Kloss-fronted short above!—and in honor of its Take No Prisoners attitude, they are doing something for good. Every time you Tweet the hashtag #GirlsKickAss and @juicycouture together, $1 goes to Step Up Women's Network…

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Karlie Kloss High-Kicks Lots of Men in Juicy Couture's First Ever Video

August 17, 2012 – Elle

There's pec-twitching and Karlie Kloss kicking lots of ass in Juicy Couture's new Fall 2012 campaign video… Watch the full video—as well as a behind-the-scenes clip—below. And if the mood so strikes, tweet #girlskickass @juicycouture, and the brand will donate $1 to Step Up, a non-profit dedicated to helping women and girls fulfill their potential.

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5 Chicago Clubs To Keep You Fit, Fed, & Fabulous!

August 15, 2012 – REFINERY29

To Keep You Connected: We can't think of a more positive group to hang out with than the fabulous ladies behind Step Up Women's Network. Unlike your sometimes catty monthly dinner club, members of Step Up gather together by way of meetings, events, and fundraisers to support and assist one another (and the community) with their goals and dreams on a monthly basis.

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Step Up Women's Network's Shine & Dine Bash

August 13, 2012 – NBC Chicago

Step Up Women's Network's Shine & Dine was featured on The Scene's "About Last Night" page.

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Stepping Up and Out

August 11, 2012 – Chicago Sun-Times

Last Thursday, 550 guests cheerfully battled the rain to "Shine and Dine" at the second annual Step Up Women's Network fund-raiser at Galleria Marchetti (825 W. Erie). Partygoers snacked on tasty treats from local restaurants such as IPO, Quay, Shanghai Terrace and Zed 451 until the evening's pro-woman program began, which was emceed by Val Warner ("Windy City Live").

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100 Women to Watch 2012

July, 2012 – Today's Chicago Woman

Several Step Up boldfacers, including staff member Kristen Field, are included among Today's Chicago Woman's 100 Women to Watch in its July issue.

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Words of Wisdom from Catherine Sadler, Banana Republic

July 27, 2012 – The Ladders (The Blog)

This past Wednesday I had the pleasure of attending a Step Up Women's Network Power Breakfast with Banana Republic's Chief Marketing Officer and SVP Catherine Sadler.

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Weekly Action Alert

July 20, 2012 – MISSREPRESENTATION.ORG

A Step Up partner, Miss Representation, spreads the word about what we do by including Step Up in their weekly action alert. It highlights the new CEO of Yahoo! Marissa Mayer and the importance of mentorship and support for women.

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Step Up Women's Network: 9th Annual Inspiration Awards

July 16, 2012 – Chic Mama LA

This June I attended STEP UP'S 9TH ANNUAL INSPIRATION AWARDS, and I was incredibly touched by this nonprofit organization that empowers underprivileged teen girls by giving them the tools and confidence to go to college and be career-ready through after-school programs and female mentors.

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Step Up's Inspiration Awards

July 12, 2012 – Angeleno

After receiving her Inspiration Award, honoree Keli Lee poses backstage with Brian Grazer and Eva Longoria

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Dermalogica Hosts Step Up Women's Network Event

July 10, 2012 – American Salon

Dermalogica recently hosted an event for 50 entrepreneurial women of Step Up Women's Network, a nonprofit membership organization dedicated to aiding women in their future success, at the Dermalogica headquarters in Carson, California to share and learn strategies for success.

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Garcelle Beauvais's Blog: Meet Me and My Boys!

June 19, 2012 – People.com

Best known for her roles on The Jamie Foxx Show and NYPD Blue, the actress, 45, currently stars on TNT's Franklin – Bash, airing Tuesdays at 10 p.m. Mom to three sons – Oliver, 21, and 4½-year-old twins Jax and Jaid – Beauvais supports the Step Up Women's Network and is also active with March of Dimes, Children Uniting Nations and Yéle Haiti Foundation.

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Top 10: Beauty Moments of the Week

June 15, 2012 – Essence

Actress Naturi Naughton's Inspiration Awards look was named one of Essence's top-10 beauty moments of the week.

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Celebrities Share Their Must-Have Beauty Products

June 15, 2012 – NewBeauty.com

NewBeauty Magazine caught up with celebrities like Molly Sims, Busy Philipps and Tatyana Ali at the Step Up Women's Network 9th Annual Inspiration Awards in Los Angeles and found out some of their best beauty tips including which brands make their must-have beauty products and some of their biggest beauty mistakes.

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Bride Camila Alves Showered with Congrats

June 11, 2012 – ET Online

While Camila Alves was enjoying her fantasy wedding weekend in Austin, TX, her presence was felt at the Beverly Hilton. Mrs. Matthew McConaughey wasn't the only honor bestowed on the Brazilian beauty. On Friday, Camila was presented an award at the Inspiration Awards, hosted by Step Up at the Beverly Hilton.

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Pregnant Molly Sims Shares Her Beauty Tips

June 11, 2012 – NewBeauty.com

NewBeauty Magazine caught up with actress and supermodel Molly Sims at the 9th Annual Step Up Women's Organization Inspiration Awards, where she shared who inspires her beauty and which products she can't live without during pregnancy.

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Red Carpet 24/7

June 11, 2012 – US Weekly

Ali Fedotowsky: Step Up Women's Networks Inspiration Awards – The Bachelor star wore a coral scallop-print dress with tan pumps in Beverly Hills on June 8.

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Matthew McConaughey and Camila Alves Getting Married in Top-Secret Texas Wedding—This Weekend!

June 8, 2012 – E! Online

Alves was to be honored by Step Up Women's Network at a posh Beverly Hills luncheon but instead she will deliver her remarks via video, allowing her to be close to home for the wedding preparations.

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Step Up Women's Power Breakfast

May, 2012 – Angeleno

Icon+ Step Up members and industry leaders joined together for a light breakfast hosted by Spa Montage in Beverly Hills followed by a candid discussion with Teri Weinberg, president of Yellow Brick Road production company. Moderated by founder of Step Up Women's Network Kaye Popofsky Kramer, Weinberg shared helpful insight and guidance to the 50 women professionals who attended the Wells Fargo and Angeleno sponsored event.

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Eva Mendes Adds Star Power To Girl Power

May 1, 2012 – BraveNewHollywood.com

Eva Mendes and Cierra Ramirez introduced their movie to a packed theatre of Step Up teens and moms at an April 28 charity screening.

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My Month In Photos: Spring Is In The Air

March 29, 2012 – MollySims.com

Model, actress, and television host Molly Sims blogged about her time spent volunteering with Step Up teens in LA.

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4 Career Lessons From A Corporate Cliff-Jumper

March 12, 2012 – ForbesWoman

Sue Hayden, an executive vice president at Polycom, spoke at one of our Power Breakfasts in New York, and she summarized the top 4 reasons for her success for Step Up women.

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Shop Busy Philipps' Rue La La Boutique for a Cause!

March 1, 2012 – InStyle.com

Busy Philipps partnered with Rue La La for the flash sale site's "Doing A Little Good" boutique—a two-day sale offering members access to products hand-picked by Philipps; and a portion of the proceeds were donated to Step Up Women's Network.

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Busy Philipps Teams Up with Rue La La to Give Back to Charity

March 1, 2012 – People.com

When members-only online shopping site Rue La La approached Busy Philipps about joining forces, the Cougar Town actress jumped at the chance. But it wasn't just the opportunity to share deals on hand-picked style finds for moms and kids that piqued her interest. Philipps was also excited to have a portion of the proceeds from her "Doing A Little Good" boutique give back to the charity of her choice, Step Up!

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Busy Philipps on Michelle Williams, Her Collaboration with Rue La La and Her Dolce & Gabbana Dress for the Oscars

March 1, 2012 – WSJ Heard on the Runway

Actress Busy Philipps recently picked goodies for her own online boutique, and in return, Rue La La is making a donation to the charity of Philipps' choice, Step Up Women's Network.

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Angie Grabski: Making a Difference in Young Girl's Lives

February 22, 2012 – L+C Magazine

After a successful Step Up Women's Network event, Stepping Up in the City, LC blogger Jessica La-Rotta grabbed a behind the scenes glimpse of the life of Angie Grabski. Angie is a prime example of what SUWN symbolizes, starting as a volunteer and working her way up.

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Step Up: What it Means to Be a Professional Woman

February 22, 2012 – MariaShriver.com

Step Up CEO Jenni Luke shares her take on what it means to be a professional woman.

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Betty Boop Joins Forces With Step Up Women's Network

February 14, 2012 – BettyBoop.com

This year, Betty Boop celebrated Valentine's Day by becoming a Luminary Circle member of Step Up Women's Network.

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Coaching A Girl's Best Skills With The National Conference On Girls' Education

February 6, 2012 – hercampus.com

Step Up Women's Network partnered with the National Conference on Girls' Education to host a one-time and all-unique night to spread the word about enhancing the advancement of girls' education. If that already isn't an eye-catching interest, Step Up Women's Network and the National Conference on Girls' Education picked a location that catches the eyes of many: Coach.

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This is What 47 Looks Like

January 30, 2012 – More

Susan Sweet, G.M. of Neutrogena, says, "I am on the Board of Step Up Women's Network in Los Angeles and Cosmetic Executive Women in New York, both of which support an important topic to me--mentoring young girls and women."

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Why I Love Being A Doctor

December 19, 2011 – Hello Giggles

A day of Step Up mentorship inspired member Alexandra Anderson Conrad to pen this article to Zooey Deschanel's outlet Hello Giggles in December.

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Good Karma: Step Up Women's Network

December 1, 2011 – MollySims.com

Model, actress, and television host Molly Sims visited a Step Up after-school program in the fall and blogged about the experience.

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Step Up Women's Network

November 27, 2011 – KellyRutherford.com

Actress Kelly Rutherford featured Step Up Women's Network on her website under "Giving."

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Events/Stepping Up In The City

November 16, 2011 – Gotham

In celebration of professional women who give back, Step Up Women's Network and Gotham hosted Stepping Up in the City, an event which raised nearly $40,000 to help underserved girls become confident, college-bound and career-ready.

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3 Success Lessons From Top Women In Finance and Tech

October 16, 2011 – Forbes.com

Success can come as a result of many things, but for these two women, it came from a supportive network, from embracing both personal and professional goals, and from having the courage to accept opportunities that came their way.

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Get the Word Out About Samy's Step Up Program

October 5, 2011 – Seventeen.com

Hopefully the same girls who are into big, shiny hair are just as into helping other teens achieve big, shiny futures.

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100 Women That Make a Shift

October 2011 – eHow.com

Check out Step Up New York's Managing Director Angie Grabski on the list for shifting change as a women's business mentor & networker.

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Charities That Support Students

September 14, 2011 – Shecky's

STEP UP WOMEN'S NETWORK – Too often the old adage, "It's not what you know, it's who you know" proves true. But Step Up Women's Network believes everyone deserves to know the "right" people.

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5 Tips Professionals Can Learn From Back-to-School Season

September 2, 2011 – MariaShriver.com

Step Up CEO Jenni Luke shares 5 tips professionals can learn from back-to-school season.

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5 Employee Qualities That Earn Raises

May 25, 2011 – MariaShriver.com

Adopt five qualities that make managers take notice, and you may find yourself receiving more than just a tax return bonus this spring.

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Job Interview? 9 Great Tips to Get You to Round 2

February 24, 2011 – CBS Moneywatch.com

Get ready to nail your next interview, job seekers.

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How to Manage Managers

August 23, 2010 – Inc.com

Your company's managers are smart, committed, and passionate. How can you make sure they perform to their potential?

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5 Ways to Recharge Without Taking a Vacation

July 27, 2010- Yahoo! Hot Jobs

You can get the benefits of a holiday even if you're stuck at home.

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4 Ways to Give Back (& Get Ahead) This Summer

July 26, 2010 – Women's Conference: Our Kitchen Table

Many businesses have "summer Fridays" or reduced hours during the summer months. Seize the opportunity created by a relaxed summer workplace environment to volunteer.

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Stepping Up this Summer!

July 22, 2010 – Dermalogica

So far, summer, 2010 feels like no other. My sisters got their careers on-track through Step Up Women's Network, and now I am following in their footsteps through working at Dermalogica.

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Los Estrenos de la Semana

July 15, 2010 – Primer Impacto

Step Up LA teen & aspiring broadcaster Isidra "Lulu" Favela received the opportunity of a lifetime on June 25 when she attended the press junket for Disney's The Sorcerer's Apprentice alongside radio & television personality (and Step Up member!) Argelia Atilano. Serving as Argelia's "apprentice," Lulu interviewed Nicolas Cage & more!

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How to Find a Job (Yes, Even Now)

June 2010 – Real Simple

In a job market that’s nothing short of daunting, these nine women recently landed terrific positions. They share their strategies with you.

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10 Tips to Get Your Teen a Summer Job with Tory Johnson

May 31, 2010 – Good Morning America

To line up summer employment, it's all about old fashioned pavement pounding right now. Share these tactics with your teens to help them hear, "You're hired."

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Why Mentoring Young Women Is So Important

May 24, 2010 – The Huffington Post

You've been hearing it everywhere, from the United Nations to The New York Times: When we support the growth and empowerment of women and girls, we raise the quality of life for everyone.

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Buying or Selling?

May 20, 2010 – WWD

Lubov Azria, creative director of BCBG Max Azria Group and wife of chief executive officer and chairman Max Azria, did her best Tuesday during a summer shopping event at BCBG's Beverly Hills store to put to rest speculation the company is on the block.

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Step Up Women's Network Helps Underserved Teen Girls Get Into College

May 19, 2010 – The Huffington Post

In the city of angels, where one in three high school students drop out of school, Kara Isreal is one of the lucky ones going on to college next year.

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Look of the Day

May 18, 2010 – People En Espanol

La conductora de El Show de la Mañana con Omar Y Argelia (Univisión Radio) fue una de las invitadas a la séptima entrega de los Inspiration Awards de la organización Step Up Women's Network, que se celebraron en Beverly Hills, CA.

The Omar and Argelia morning show radio host was a guest at Step Up Women's Network's 7th Annual Inspiration Awards in Beverly Hills, CA.

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Twilight's Peter Facinelli "Inspired" By Wife Jennie Garth

May 14, 2010 – Radar

Twilight star Peter Facinelli presented the Inspiration Award to his wife Jennie Garth, Friday at a luncheon in Beverly Hills and RadarOnline.com spoke exclusively with the couple about the honor.

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Office Profiles

April 9, 2010 – The Office Stylist

This non-profit knows that well lit, stylish office design will only help with their work in the office. A beautiful office located in the West Village of NYC, take an inside peek and learn what inspires the women at the Step Up Women's Network.

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Nurturing Women's Greatness For the Greatest Good

March 1, 2010 – Women's Conference: Our Kitchen Table

Architects of Change

Nurturing Women's Greatness

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Out & About

October 21, 2009 – In Touch Weekly Online

Kelly Rutherford hosted the Carefree Fresh Start and Step Up Women's Network event in New York on October 19.

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Look of the Day

InStyle – October 9, 2009

Hilton dressed up her skinny jeans with a crystal-studded top and a bow-embellished bag from Chloe.

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Comfort Matters

October 5, 2009 – WWD

"These are the highest heels I've ever worn," said Kelly Rutherford (below) of the sky-high, black peep-toe Jessica Simpson heels she sported for the "DSW Presents: Step Up and Step Out" charity event, held at the W Hotel in New York on Sept. 26.

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The 2009 Inspiration Awards

June 22, 2009 – Women's Health Magazine Online

Women's Health partnered with Step Up Women's Network for the 6th annual Inspiration Awards on June 5th.

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JoJo Steps Up

June 2008- She Knows

What's better than covering the red, check that, orange carpet for an evening? Truly supporting its endeavors.

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