233 S Wacker Dr.
Chicago, IL United States 60606
Join the League of Railway Women at the 2025 Symposium
Navigating the Rail Industry: Telling Your Story
Sponsored by: GATX, Greenbrier, CPKC, Railroad Construction Company, SPRING, CN, Holland
Join us for an enlightening and empowering symposium designed to deepen your understanding of the rail industry while enhancing your professional development. This year’s event builds on the success of last year’s symposium, where attendees learned to build their personal brand and explore their career possibilities within the rail sector.
Educational Component: Understanding the Rail Industry
Dive into the intricacies of the rail industry with off-site activities and deep-dives into industry topics.
Professional Development Component: How to Tell Your Story
Building on last year’s theme of personal branding, this year’s professional development sessions will focus on:
- Crafting Your Narrative: Learn techniques to effectively communicate your professional journey and achievements.
- Storytelling for Impact: Understand how to use storytelling to connect with your audience, whether in interviews, presentations, or networking events.
- Interactive Workshop: Participate in a hands-on workshop where you can practice and refine your storytelling skills with feedback from industry experts.
This symposium is an invaluable opportunity for professionals at all stages of their careers to gain knowledge, develop new skills, and connect with peers and leaders in the rail industry. Don’t miss out on this chance to enhance your career and make a lasting impact in the rail sector.
| 8:30 am - 11:00 am |
ON-SITE TOUR: BNSF’s Cicero Yard or Metra’s 47th/49th Street Facilities |
| 11:00 am -12:00 pm |
Networking and Lunch |
| 12:00 pm - 12:15 pm |
WELCOME: Lisa Takach, League of Railway Women, President |
| 12:15 pm - 1pm |
KEYNOTE: Janice R. Thomas , Chief of Staff/Deputy Executive Director-External Affairs, Metra |
| 1:00 pm - 1:45 pm |
Industry Topic Talk - TBD |
| 1:45 pm - 2:00 pm |
Networking Break |
| 2:00 pm - 3:30 pm |
WORKSHOP: Allow Yourself to be More Known — How, Where, and When to Tell Your Story, Tamara Edwards, Founder, TE&Co |
| 3:30 pm - 3:45 pm |
Networking Break |
| 3:45 pm - 4:30 pm |
PANEL: Navigating Career Transitions and Hiring Best Practices |
| 4:30 pm - 4:45 pm |
Closing Comments |
| 5:00 pm - 6:30 pm |
Networking Reception |
