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SUMMARY:W2W - The Power of Saying No (Jan 2026)
DESCRIPTION:The Power of Saying No\n\nStart your year with strength\, clarity and a little inspiration from one of Berks County's most respected women in leadership. Join Women2Women as we welcome Cheryl Heckman\, owner and manager of Manor Golf Club for nearly 28 years\, for a conversation on The Power of Saying No   and how setting boundaries with confidence can transform the way you lead.\n\nIn a field long dominated by men\, Heckman has built a career defined by expertise\, composure and the ability to say "no" with authority and grace. She'll share real-world stories from nearly three decades running one of the region's busiest golf courses\, along with practical insights for women who find their ideas overlooked\, their voices talked over or their authority questioned.\n\nExpect to learn:\n\n\n	\n	How to say no with confidence (and without apology)\n	\n	\n	Strategies for being heard in male-dominated or high-pressure environments\n	\n	\n	Ways to use your expertise as the foundation of your authority\n	\n	\n	Tips for navigating pushback while staying composed\n	\n\n\nThis event is perfect for anyone looking to start 2026 with stronger boundaries\, clearer communication and a renewed sense of personal leadership.\n \n\nMeet Our Speaker\n\nCheryl Heckman | Manor Golf Club\n\nCheryl Heckman is the owner and manager of Manor Golf Club\, a historic 18-hole public golf course in Sinking Spring\, a position she has held for nearly three decades. Under her leadership\, the Manor has become one of Berks County's most welcoming and awarded golf facilities\, offering a robust calendar of events\, instructional programs   including some of the largest youth golf clinics in the area   and opportunities for golfers of all ages and abilities to enjoy the game. Heckman is known for her deep expertise\, calm leadership and commitment to creating the best possible experience for every golfer who steps onto the course.\n\n\n\n\n\nAs Women2Women celebrates its 15th Anniversary our Crystal Anniversary we're reflecting on the leaders\, stories\, and connections that built this community. Throughout 2026\, each event will feature founding members\, former speakers\, award winners\, and other influential voices who exemplify the impact Women2Women has had on women and Greater Reading over the past 15 years.\n\n \n\nDr. Adelle Schade is Vice President of Innovation and Educational Ventures at Alvernia University and a longtime champion of women's leadership in Greater Reading. A member of the Greater Reading Chamber Alliance Women2Women Council\, Adelle has been an active supporter of the program as a conference speaker\, advisor\, and advocate for empowering women across industries. In 2023\, she received Women2Women's highest honor\, the ATHENA Leadership Award\, recognizing her exceptional leadership\, mentorship\, and community impact. Adelle is also the founder of Total Experience Learning  and continues to be a nationally and internationally recognized innovator in education.
X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:<span style="font-size:18px\;"><span style="color:#800080\;"><strong><span style="font-family:arial\;">The Power of Saying No</span></strong></span></span>\n\n<p data-end="585" data-start="225"><span style="font-size:14px\;"><span style="font-family:arial\;">Start your year with strength\, clarity and a little inspiration from one of Berks County&rsquo\;s most respected women in leadership. Join Women2Women as we welcome <strong data-end="402" data-start="384">Cheryl Heckman</strong>\, owner and manager of Manor Golf Club for nearly 28 years\, for a conversation on <em data-end="508" data-start="484">The Power of Saying No</em> &mdash\; and how setting boundaries with confidence can transform the way you lead.</span></span></p>\n\n<p data-end="971" data-start="587"><span style="font-size:14px\;"><span style="font-family:arial\;">In a field long dominated by men\, Heckman&nbsp\;has built a career defined by expertise\, composure&nbsp\;and the ability to say &ldquo\;no&rdquo\; with authority and grace. She&rsquo\;ll share real-world stories from nearly three decades running one of the region&rsquo\;s busiest golf courses\, along with practical insights for women who find their ideas overlooked\, their voices talked over&nbsp\;or their authority questioned.</span></span></p>\n\n<p data-end="1120" data-start="973"><span style="font-size:14px\;"><span style="font-family:arial\;"><strong data-end="1142" data-start="1122">Expect to learn:</strong></span></span></p>\n\n<ul data-end="1400" data-start="1143">\n	<li data-end="1198" data-start="1143">\n	<p data-end="1198" data-start="1145"><span style="font-size:14px\;"><span style="font-family:arial\;">How to say no with confidence (and without apology)</span></span></p>\n	</li>\n	<li data-end="1277" data-start="1199">\n	<p data-end="1277" data-start="1201"><span style="font-size:14px\;"><span style="font-family:arial\;">Strategies for being heard in male-dominated or high-pressure environments</span></span></p>\n	</li>\n	<li data-end="1344" data-start="1278">\n	<p data-end="1344" data-start="1280"><span style="font-size:14px\;"><span style="font-family:arial\;">Ways to use your expertise as the foundation of your authority</span></span></p>\n	</li>\n	<li data-end="1400" data-start="1345">\n	<p data-end="1400" data-start="1347"><span style="font-size:14px\;"><span style="font-family:arial\;">Tips for navigating pushback while staying composed</span></span></p>\n	</li>\n</ul>\n\n<p data-end="1513" data-start="1402"><span style="font-family: arial\; font-size: 14px\;">This event is perfect for anyone looking to start 2026 with stronger boundaries\, clearer communication&nbsp\;and a renewed sense of personal leadership.</span></p>\n&nbsp\;\n\n<div style="margin-left:0in\;"><span style="font-size:14px\;"><span style="font-family:arial\;"><strong><span style="color:#800080\;"><span style="font-size:16px\;">Meet Our Speaker</span></span><br />\nCheryl Heckman | Manor Golf Club</strong><br />\nCheryl Heckman is the owner and manager of <strong data-end="232" data-start="213">Manor Golf Club</strong>\, a historic 18-hole public golf course in Sinking Spring\, a position she has held for nearly three decades. Under her leadership\, the Manor has become one of Berks County&rsquo\;s most welcoming and awarded golf facilities\, offering a robust calendar of events\, instructional programs &mdash\; including some of the largest youth golf clinics in the area &mdash\; and opportunities for golfers of all ages and abilities to enjoy the game. Heckman&nbsp\;is known for her deep expertise\, calm leadership&nbsp\;and commitment to creating the best possible experience for every golfer who steps onto the course.<br />\n<br />\n<br />\n<em>As Women2Women celebrates its 15th Anniversary&mdash\;our Crystal Anniversary&mdash\;we&rsquo\;re reflecting on the leaders\, stories\, and connections that built this community. Throughout 2026\, each event will feature founding members\, former speakers\, award winners\, and other influential voices who exemplify the impact Women2Women has had on women and Greater Reading over the past 15 years.</em><br />\n&nbsp\;<br />\n<strong>Dr. Adelle Schade</strong> is Vice President of Innovation and Educational Ventures at Alvernia University and a longtime champion of women&rsquo\;s leadership in Greater Reading. A member of the Greater Reading Chamber Alliance Women2Women Council\, Adelle has been an active supporter of the program as a conference speaker\, advisor\, and advocate for empowering women across industries. In 2023\, she received Women2Women&rsquo\;s highest honor\, the ATHENA Leadership Award\, recognizing her exceptional leadership\, mentorship\, and community impact. Adelle is also the founder of Total Experience Learning&reg\; and continues to be a nationally and internationally recognized innovator in education.</span></span></div>\n
LOCATION:West Reading Motor Club 416 Penn Ave\, West Reading
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URL:https://business.greaterreading.org/events/details/w2w-the-power-of-saying-no-jan-2026-12110
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