One of these speakers will be Katherine Pendergast, an author and and professional of public relations. Using the pseudonym Kat Socks, she has gone on to author several books on Pickles the Dog, winning several awards for her books. She’s also written books on baby animals in Medora and a set of books to help children understand loss and grief. During her conversation in the Women’s Business Conference, Pendergast will be sharing information on the importance public relations for a business.