BUFFALO, NY – Amy Habib Rittling, a partner at Lippes Mathias Wexler Friedman LLP, will participate in the Buffalo Niagara Partnership’s “Power Up” roundtable event on Thursday, June 9, 2016, from 8-10 a.m. at Templeton Landing (2 Templeton Terrace, Buffalo).

The event will feature discussions led by prominent female leaders in the Buffalo Niagara region with a focus on how women can seize opportunities and adjust goals to further their careers. Topics will include work/life balance; taking risks; managing life’s curveballs; seizing opportunities; mentoring; and defining success.

An advocate for the development and support of professional women, Ms. Habib Rittling was recently honored with the Buffalo Niagara Partnership’s 2016 ATHENA Leadership Award for her professional accomplishments, community involvement and commitment to empowering female professionals in the region.

As a partner at Lippes Mathias Wexler Friedman LLP, Ms. Habib Rittling concentrates her practice on labor and employment, general business law and litigation. She counsels and advises employers on all aspects of employment relationships and employment practices and policies. She also represents several family owned businesses.

Tickets for the “Power Up” event are $25 for Buffalo Niagara Partnership and BN360 members and $50 for non-members. A light continental breakfast will be provided. To register, please visit www.thepartnership.org or call (716) 541-1770.