Award-winning Author and Publisher to Speak at “Women Honoring Women” May 4

Lakewood Women’s Club First Spring Fundraiser Attracts an Influential Crowd

LAKEWOOD, OHIO – Laura Ponticello, award-winning author and publisher who is best know for her books “Live the Life of Your Dreams” and “The Art of Self Transformation, A Guide to Awakening,” will be the keynote speaker Thursday, May 4, 2017 at Lakewood Women’s Club inaugural spring fundraiser, “Women Honoring Women.”

“Laura is the ideal keynote speaker as she as dedicated her career to empowering others to achieve infinite potential in their lives,” said Kristy Feyedeleman, president, Lakewood Women’s Club.

The event ceremony will recognize three outstanding women from our community. A College Scholarship as well as an Emerging Leader and a Distinguished Leader award will be presented to Lakewood women who have demonstrated a variety of outstanding accomplishments and contributions to our community.

“We are recognizing three phenomenal women, but the ceremony is much more,” explained Laura Ponticello. “Each and every nominee and attendee will be celebrated for what they have achieved, what they are striving to achieve, and their potential to achieve.”

The award winners were chosen from a number of nominations submitted by the community prior to the event. The selection committee was comprised of current and past presidents, directors of the board, and members.

Tickets for the event are on sale now at: https://womenhonoringwomen2017.eventbrite.com/. The minimum donation of $35 per person includes admission to event as well as appetizers, an open bar for two hours and the opportunity to win raffle items, gifts, and a meet the author book sale & signing.

The donations from the event will support the 2017 scholarship winner and Trinity Lutheran Community Outreach, the Club’s 2016-17 non-profit recipient.

“Laura has graciously offered to donate 10 percent of all proceeds from her book signing to the Lakewood Women’s Club,” said Torrey Worron. “Corporate Sponsorships are still available, contact me if interested!”

Lakewood Women’s Club

Founded in 1962, The Lakewood Women’s Club, formerly known as the Junior Women’s Club of Lakewood, is a nonprofit organization made up of emerging women leaders - from all ages and backgrounds - dedicated to building a healthier community through philanthropy and volunteerism. Our members promote grant-making, forge leadership skills, build camaraderie, and master having fun. For more information, please visit http://www.lakewoodwomensclub.com/.

About Laura Ponticello

Laura is passionate about sharing transformational stories along with forums for creative dialogue. As an award winning author, global publisher, national speaker and author coach/publicist to best-selling authors - Laura is empowering others to achieve infinite potential in their lives. She is the founder of Laura’s List: Books for Women, online community devoted to building connections through the power of a story. In this role, she has inspired thousands of readers and sponsored philanthropic events that raise money for important causes, such as breast cancer. Also the founder of Divine Phoenix, focused on publishing transformational stories on a global basis. Her previous title, Live the Life of Your Dreams is a Pinnacle Book Award Winner for Inspiration and a recent Amazon best-selling book. Her current book, The Art of Self Transformation, A Guide to Awakening is an Amazon Best Seller for personal growth.

Laura graduated Magna Cum Laude with Bachelor’s degrees in Anthropology and Sociology from Canisius College in 1991. She has been recognized by Six Sigma, and has been featured in national publications. Connect at www.lauraponticello.com and at divinephoenixbooks@gmail.com