Connection Labs
The Iron Network Connection Labs aim to foster genuine exchanges among women in the same professional sector, guided by principles of intergenerational solidarity.
The Iron Network Connection Labs bring women in specific industries together for tailored, data-driven workshops that address real challenges. Guided by intergenerational solidarity, these sessions foster authentic exchanges, actionable insights, and strategies to balance career and personal life. By gathering input from participants beforehand, we ensure every Lab tackles sector-specific issues, and we amplify impact with post-session reports and recommendations, empowering women and their organizations to thrive.
Overview
The Iron Network is proud to offer a series of tailored workshops designed to connect, inspire, and empower women across all industries. These labs are built on the principle of intergenerational solidarity, fostering genuine connections and impactful exchanges among women at every career stage. By bringing together accomplished leaders and emerging professionals, we create a platform where participants can address professional challenges, navigate the intersection of work and personal life, and build lasting networks that extend well beyond the sessions.
Tailored to Your Organization
At The Iron Network, we believe in the importance of creating workshops that address the unique needs of women in your organization. We combine real-world insights with data-driven approaches to ensure each lab is relevant to participants' day-to-day realities and professional goals.
Through consultations, surveys, and discussions, we work closely with your team to understand the challenges and opportunities women in your organization face—whether it’s career development, leadership barriers, workplace culture, or navigating transitions. With this foundation, we design labs that are deeply impactful, practical, and tailored to your organization’s goals.
Learning from Trailblazers
A hallmark of The Iron Network Connection Labs is the inclusion of experienced women leaders who share their stories, provide practical advice, and offer actionable insights on topics like career growth, work-life balance, and navigating change. These informal, relaxed sessions foster open conversations and authentic exchanges, creating a safe and supportive space for participants to share experiences, ask questions, and connect with peers.
Our workshops are intentionally intergenerational, encouraging a dynamic flow of ideas between emerging professionals and seasoned leaders. This approach helps address immediate challenges while building a legacy of shared knowledge, support, and collaboration.
Our Step-by-Step Approach
Initial Consultation: Meet with your team to understand organizational goals and outcomes for the workshops.
Insights Gathering: Survey or interview women in your organization to identify unique challenges and opportunities.
Lab Design: Use insights to shape tailored labs and identify speakers who can provide real-world expertise and inspiration.
Facilitation: Conduct labs in relaxed, welcoming settings to encourage open discussions, authentic exchanges, and professional connections.
Post-Lab Reporting: Provide comprehensive reports with actionable recommendations for sustained growth and development.
Ongoing Collaboration: Continue working with your organization to refine and evolve labs based on participant feedback and organizational needs.
Let’s Collaborate
If you would like us to organize Connection Labs for your organization, we’d love to hear from you! Reach out to frederique@theironnetwork.ca, and let’s work together to empower and connect women in your industry. With your partnership, we can create spaces where women thrive, lead, and inspire.