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• Hope in Action: Social Impact and Belonging in a Fractured World

  • When
    February 10, 2026
  •  
    11:30 AM - 1:00 PM
  • Location
    The Madison Club

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  Hope in Action: Social Impact and Belonging in a Fractured World

  Speaker: Shiva Bidar-Sielaff, MA, is the UW Health Vice President for Social Impact and Belonging and University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health (SMPH) Associate Dean for Social Impact and Belonging.

  Tuesday, February 10 | 11:30 am - 1:00 pm
  Madison Club, Madison

  In a world often defined by divisiveness and misinformation, continuing to do impactful work that focus on social impact and belonging is challenging but more necessary than ever. With over 25 years of experience focused on system change and social impact, Shiva will share her perspective on the current environment and our path forward.

  Speaker: Shiva Bidar-Sielaff, MA, is the UW Health Vice President for Social Impact and Belonging and University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health (SMPH) Associate Dean for Social Impact and Belonging. She is responsible for overall vision, coordination and strategic initiatives related to social impact and belonging including partnerships with community organizations to better connect and serve our communities.

  Shiva is an established leader and effective champion for social impact and belonging at the individual, organizational, and community levels. She has served as an alder on the City of Madison Common Council, including two terms as council president; co-chairs the Latino Health Council of Dane County; is Madison College’s current board chair and a member of the Access Community Health Centers board. She has also served on the Governor’s Health Equity Council and as a member of the Madison Community Foundation Board. Her many accolades include receiving the 2010 Madison/Dane County MLK Humanitarian Award; the 2016 ATHENA Leadership Award; and the 2018 Centro Hispano Visionary Award.

  Meal Choice: 

  • Grilled Salmon with lemon chive roasted potatoes, sautéed winter greens, and mustard cream
  • Veg: Ancho Chili Rubbed Tofu with sweet potatoes, black bean puree, garbanzo beans, parsnips, fire-roasted salsa

  Registration: Guests are Welcome 

  $38 Retiree | $40 Guests

  Online Registration Closes on Wednesday, February 4

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• Influences Shaping My Journey as a Business Owner

  • When
    March 10, 2026
  •  
    11:30 AM - 1:00 PM
  • Location
    The Madison Club
  • Spaces left
    130

  Influences Shaping My Journey as a Business Owner

  Tuesday, March 10 | 11:30 am - 1:00 pm | The Madison Club

  Speaker: Jennifer Savino,  CEO and Owner, KW2

  Summary: This presentation will explore the key influences and challenges that have shaped my personal and professional journey. Through the lens of both positive and negative experiences, I will reflect on the lessons learned and the personal growth that has resulted. Outcomes from this presentation include tips on how to incorporate guidance, inspiration, and practical advice into your professional brand, as well as developing strategies to combat self-doubt.

  About Our Speaker: Jennifer Savino is CEO and owner of KW2, a research and marketing agency. A remote-first agency, KW2 is dedicated to helping people make informed, confident decisions about the three pillars that shape their lives: Health, Education, and Work. Their mission is to empower individuals and improve communities by addressing the complex challenges at the intersection of these areas. Through data-driven strategy, behavioral insights, and creative storytelling, they help organizations influence outcomes that matter.

  She currently serves on several committees/boards for various organizations, including the Wisconsin Technology Council, the YMCA of Dane County, the Downtown Madison Rotary Foundation, and the Madison Public Library Foundation. She was honored with a Jefferson Award in Public Service in 2010. She was also awarded a Silver Medal from the American Advertising Federation Madison in 2022.

  Lunch choices: 

  • Chicken Pot Pie with a spring mix salad, lemon sage vinaigrette
  • Veg: Grilled Vegetable ciabatta Sandwich, herb whipped cream cheese, side of fruit

  Registration Online Closes Wednesday, March 4 at 5:00 pm

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