Seattle Women Executives Look Inward to Help Economy

Seattle Business Women Tap Their Passion, Insight and Optimism to Create New
Leadership Strategies for Economic Recovery

SEATTLE, May 27 /PRNewswire/ -- In the midst of challenging economic times, a
group of business women from Seattle are joining forces to redefine leadership
in a way that creates prosperity for all. By harnessing their own
self-awareness and passion, these executives seek to lead and inspire others
to the highest levels of achievement. The goal is not only to increase the
bottom-line success of their diverse organizations, but ultimately the
rejuvenation of the entire economy.

Developing these innovative leadership strategies is the focus of the Inspired
Women's Leadership Retreat, to be held in Hawaii from June 15-19, 2009.
Created by Seattle's Vast Institute for Human Endeavor, the retreat is unique
in focusing on the inner-self as the foundation for successful leadership.
Through experiential excursions and assignments, course participants will gain
greater clarity and confidence while mastering techniques designed to expand
perspective, effectiveness and insight. Participants will return to the
mainland more confident in their ability to lead, envision and inspire others
to perform beyond their imaginations and create sustainable economic change.

Michelle Sherman, founder and Executive Director of the Vast Institute, will
personally guide participants on this journey of self-discovery. Since 1988
Michelle has worked both nationally and internationally as a coach, trainer,
mentor and inspirational speaker, motivating others to create and sustain a
quality of life presently beyond their imagination.

"I'm very excited to be leading this retreat with these amazing women," said
Michelle Sherman. "The four-day event promises to be an enlightening,
thought-provoking and enriching experience, mixed with lots of fun. It blends
the replenishment of a tropical adventure with an executive leadership
workshop, all contained in a safe, nurturing environment that supports women
on a path to greater self-wisdom and empowerment."

Limited to a small group of participants, the retreat will be held on the Big
Island of Hawaii from June 15-19, 2009. Besides the program coursework, the
retreat features island accommodations on lushly landscaped grounds complete
with swimming pool, dinners prepared by a local gourmet chef, visits to sacred
sites including the active volcano, and other enriching activities. For more
information about the retreat, contact Michelle Sherman at coach@vastjoy.com

About The Vast Institute

Since founding the Vast Institute in 1988, Executive Director Michelle Sherman
has served as a success coach, business strategist and life fulfillment mentor
to hundreds of business leaders and individuals worldwide seeking increased
clarity, effectiveness and joy in their personal and professional lives.

The Vast Institute offers highly customized personal and professional
fulfillment coursework for clients, groups and, life-coach training for
therapists, healers and visionaries who wish to include The Vast Institute's
advanced technologies in their own practice. In addition, Michelle is a
published author and a sought-after keynote speaker, focusing on inspirational
topics which enhance both personal and business success.

For more information, contact Michelle Sherman at (206) 935-7872,
coach@vastjoy.com or http://www.vastjoy.com

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SOURCE Vast Institute for Human Endeavor

Michelle Sherman of The Vast Institute, +1-206-935-7872, coach@vastjoy.com