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Date and Time: Wednesday, December 17, 2025 11:45 AM - 1:00 PM EST Lunch is served at 11:45 a.m. Program at 12:00 noon Location: DLX Kobacker Room 28 N. Main St. Mansfield, OH Fees/Admission: $17.00 per person Register: portal.richlandareachamber.com/.../women-s... Contact Information: Lisa Duckworth, lduckworth@richlandareachamber.com What is Women’s Leadership Connection? This series, designed especially with women in mind, is being hosted by the Richland Area Chamber & Economic Development. Each month, we gather for a time of powerful networking, a motivational "TED-type" talk, as well as a chance to learn more about our community. Everyone is welcome to attend and we look forward to having you join us! Say It Again (or maybe not): Why Words Matter The average person speaks 16,000 words a day. Communication is fundamental in how we connect with others – it’s at the heart of our personal relationships, it impacts our work experiences and even shows up in the quiet conversations we have with ourselves. This session will dive into the power of language. We’ll explore the words we give to others, the ones given to us, and the ones that echo in our own minds. In examining these three areas, we can move forward knowing our words have impact and make the most of our opportunities to communicate. Meet Our Speaker: Kristi Lord Senior Vice President Chief Marketing Officer Mechanics Bank Kristi Lord is the Senior Vice President, Chief Marketing Officer at Mechanics Bank and has been a part of the Mechanics team for 19 years. She holds a bachelor’s degree in Communication from Miami University and a certificate of completion from the ABA Bank Marketing School. Kristi serves on the Board of Directors for the Richland Area Chamber & Economic Development as well as for the United Way of Richland County where she serves as Allocations Board Chair. Additionally, she is involved with the Mansfield Rising Branding Committee, as a volunteer with Berean Baptist Church in the children’s ministry and is a member of the Leadership Unlimited class of 2020. Kristi is a past recipient of the Tribute to Women & Industry (TWIN) Award and Mechanics Bank’s James A. Courtney Award. Kristi and her husband, Tim, have two children and reside in the Mansfield area. Thank you Mechanics Bank for sponsoring this event! For more information, reach out to Lisa Duckworth at lduckworth@richlandareachamber.com #WomensLeadershipConnection
