(Morrisville, N.C.) The Research Triangle Park’s local business advocacy organization, the Morrisville Chamber of Commerce, is stepping into its second year of offering Knowledgeable Network of Women (KNOW) networking luncheons to motivate and connect Triangle women. Beginning with its initial event at the Prestonwood Country Club on Jan. 20, 2010 at 11:30 a.m., KNOW is kicking off its year-long ‘Kick it Forward’ campaign by asking all event attendees to donate lightly used, interview-ready attire to support Dress for Success Triangle.

January’s luncheon, facilitated by Deidre Hughey, in partnership with Lenovo, is titled, “Three Keys to Using Social Media Effectively and Keeping Your Teenagers Safe.” Deidre is founder and president of The BUZZ Builder, a company focused on helping speakers and authors build a buzz using online strategies. She will address the major impact that social media has on the way we do business and stay in touch. Deidre will make sense of the mayhem for social media newbies and experienced users alike.

“We’re excited about the 2010 KNOW events planned as well as our partnership with Dress for Success Triangle,” said Sharon Rosche, president of the Morrisville Chamber of Commerce. “We hope to continue connecting and motivating Triangle-area women by offering dynamic luncheon presentations and ensuring that all women have an interview-ready outfit when needed.”

KNOW 2010 Luncheons are planned for Jan. 20, April 21, July 21 and Oct. 20. Please visit www.MorrisvilleNC.com
for more information and to register. Costs to attend the event are $35 for employees of member firms and $50 for non-members. Attendees who donate clothes at any of the KNOW luncheons will receive a five dollar voucher that may be used towards a future KNOW event.

Dress for Success Triangle currently needs skirts and pants suits, blouses and blazers, professional shoes and large-size apparel. Dress for Success Triangle is a nonprofit organization that promotes the economic independence of disadvantaged women by providing professional attire, a network of support and the career development tools to help women thrive in work and in life.

The Knowledgeable Network of Women (KNOW) is a program of the Morrisville Chamber of Commerce designed to support the development of professional women through innovative and creative programming. The KNOW Series consists of quarterly luncheons, each featuring a keynote speaker or panel of experts to address an issue or topic unique to professional women. Each event provides women with opportunities for growth, networking and making connections.

The Morrisville Chamber of Commerce is a dynamic member-based organization that is vital to the growth, development and sustainability of the Morrisville community. Established in 1990, the Chamber strives to be a valuable resource and advocate by providing unique products and services, developing creative and informed business leaders and enhancing the economic environment for our members and the community-at-large. To learn more, visit www.MorrisvilleNC.com