Chartered in 1983 |
Colorado Springs
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September 2005
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Calendar of
Events
Chapter Meetings are the
2nd Wednesday of each month.
Board Meetings are the
Thursday before the Chapter meeting.
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September 8, 2005, 4:30pm
JOINT Board Meeting
POTLUCK - Bring dish to share
Accent Photo
4685 Centennial Blvd |
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September 14, 2005, 5:30pm
Early RSVP Date - see below
Chapter Meeting
Installation of Officers
The Cliff House at Pikes Peak
603 Canon Avenue - Manitou
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October 6, 2005, 4:30pm
Board Meeting
Pass It On, Inc.
1216 W Colorado Ave Suite 100
Parking available behind building
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October 12, 2005, 5:30pm
Chapter Meeting
Cavalcade of Firms
Cedars Jazz Club with the
Paragon Culinary Institute
3125 Sinton Road
Fillmore and I-25 |
Upcoming
Meetings
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November:
Pikes Peaks Hospice
December:
Broadmoor Penrose Room
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| EWI Corporate Info |
President's Caucus:
September 20-22, 2005,
Salt Lake City, UT
58th Leadership Conference and Annual Meeting (LCAM):
September 22-24, 2005
Salt Lake City, UT
LCAM Speakers:
Dr. Stephen Covey, "7 Habits of Highly Effective People"; Mark Sanborn, "The Fred Factor: How Passion in Your Work and Life can Make the Ordinary Extraordinary"; Catherine Crier, Executive Director of CourtTV and author
Our Chapter Roster is available on the
EWI Corporate website. Check it out!
www.executivewomen.org
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If you have trouble logging in call the EWI Corporate Office for assistance.
1-801-355-2800
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 Spotlight On...
Focus on
Re/Max Properties, Inc.
Team Jensen
Rep:
Kathleen Bosley Kershaw
Quality Service Certified is Kathleen's written commitment given to all buyers and sellers assuring the delivery of all fourteen points of service promised by her representation. She is proud to announce that she holds a perfect rating for customer satisfaction to date. Performing the necessary logistics of a real estate transaction is only the basics of what you can expect. Performing the job the way she would expect it for herself brings the concept of customer service to another level. Knowing how to brainstorm a solution to the many possible scenarios is key to producing a successful closing for both buyers and sellers. Communication, negotiations and being able to create a win-win result is passionately demonstrated throughout her years of being a realtor. Whether you are a first time buyer or a seasoned investor, you can be assured that your goals are put first. Each client is directed with a "one step at a time" approach.
Kathleen has been a licensed agent for almost thirty years, inclusive of three states. She has served as a Director for a Board of Realtors, chaired numerous groups, managed office and sales personnel and has been a restaurant proprietor. Kathleen currently works for one of the top producing Re/Max offices, Re/Max Properties, which was established in 1988, and is a part of the successful Team Jensen, which has combined experience of almost 50 years.
Kathleen joined EWI at the beginning of this year, thanks to an invitation by Kathryn Flobeck. She has recently accepted the Scholarship Committee chair position along with Kim Powell, Colorado Aviation, as co-chair. Barbara Winter, Ent Federal Credit Union, will be assisting with this exciting process. Kathleen would like to invite more ladies to participate and she looks forward to hearing from you. She is quoted as saying " I am privileged to be a part of this dynamic group of women. I look forward to the camaraderie, networking and to making a difference in the lives of the women that our organization benefits".
I would appreciate the opportunity to work for you and your family and friends. Please contact me at: kathleenkershaw@remax.net; www.teamjensen.net; 719.205.4486; Re/Max Properties, Inc. 1740 Chapel Hills Drive.
Get Ready to Flaunt Your Business and Talents!!
Ladies, it time to sign up for the Calvalcade of Firms!
This year the Cavalcade of Firms has been scheduled for our October 12th meeting at a new and exciting location, The Paragon Culinary Institute, located at Fillmore and I-25. We will enjoy a chef prepared buffet in a very unique jazz club and ballroom setting! For newcomers to EWI, the Cavalcade is basically our own Mini Trade Show. Members who wish to participate in “show and tell” set up booths to showcase, or FLAUNT, their business. It’s a great opportunity to get information to and from our membership, and whether you have a booth, or you choose to stroll and take everything in, it makes for a wonderful evening. For more information about reserving a booth, email Beth Alexander, or call her at 593-9458. Sign-up sheets are now available and will be distributed at the September meeting.
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Denver Chapter Event
The Denver Chapter of Executive Women International is extremely excited to present "Corporate Survivor" to be held on Wednesday, October 26, 2005, at the Marriott City Center Hotel in Downtown Denver. "Corporate Survivor" is a full day, high-energy, high-impact, dynamic, team-building/leadership event, including a luncheon with keynote speaker, Adele Arakawa, 9News Anchor at KUSA-TV. Click here for preview and registration. The Denver Chapter hopes to see you there!
2005-2006
Officers and Committee Chairs
OFFICERS:
President - Kathleen O'Leary (Lane Afilliated Companies - Pepsi Cola)
Vice President/President Elect - Kathy Wallace (WallaceVision)
Secretary - Georgiana Lee ( Old West Cigar/Old West Homebrew Supply)
Treasurer - Pat Cooper (World Savings)
Sergeant-At-Arms - Donna Berty (Select Specialty Hospital of Colorado Springs)
Sergeant-At-Arms Co-Chair - Susan Davis (Wells Fargo)
COMMITTE CHAIRS:
Directory - Joan Saucerman (Long Term Care Insurance broker)
Historian - Jean Roblewsky (Gilbert Gibsons Celtic Celebration)
Hospitality - Tia Warren (Image by Tia)
Membership - Kathryn Flobeck (Aqua Prima Center)
Nominating/Advisor - Linda Williamson (The Broadmoor Hotel)
Programs - Donna Vessey (Donna Vessey Entertainment)
Publications Chair - Beth Alexander (Cachet Baskets)
Publications Co-Chair - Dianne Crimble (Pass It On, Inc.)
Publicity - Valerie Blankenship (Sage Woman Herbs)
Scholarships Chair - Kathleen Kershaw (Re/Max Properties)
Scholarships Co-Chair - Kimberly Powell (Colorado Aviation)
Technical Advisor - Lorrie Todd (PageCafe Internet Consulting)
Ways and Means - Kay Atwood (Orbit Promotions/Lee Wayne Corporation)
Ways and Means - Bea Steahlin (Sinton Dairy)
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2005 Member Firms |
Accent Photo Imaging
ADD Staff
Aqua Prima Center, Inc.
Armstrong Moving & Storage
Art of Design, i.d., Inc
B & L Carpet and Interiors
Bahakle Communications KILO/KYZX Radio
Benefit Designs & Associates
Berniger, Berg, Diver, Noecker, Wood Ellis
BKD, LLP
The Broadmoor Hotel
Cachet Basket Company
Ann Carlisle, PhD, Psychologist
Celebrations by Maggie
Cheyenne Mountain Zoological Park
Colorado Aviation
CS Convention & Visitors Bureau
Colorado Springs Utilities
Construction Specialties
Casey Cool, Marriage and Family Therapist
The Cool Company
Daniels Chevyland
Donna Vessey Entertainment
Ent Federal Credit Union
The Food Designers
Fremont Elementary - District 11
The Gazette
Gilbert Gibsons Celtic Celebration
Girl Scouts - Wagon Wheel Council
Goodwill Industries of CS
Handyman Connection
HealthSouth Premier Diagnostics CS
The Hub Car Wash & Diner
Image by Tia
Johannes Hunter Jewelers
KOAA-TV/Channels 5/30
La Casita Patio Cafes
Lamar Outdoor Advertising
Lane Affiliated Companies (Pepsi-Cola)
Lionstone Properties
If you have a website please notify
Cathie John, Directory Chair.
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Management Advantage
Momentum Advertising & Public Relations
New Leaf
Old West Cigar/Old West Homebrew Supply
Op-Tech Laboratory/Your Eye Company
Orbit Promotions/Lee Wayne Corporation
Page Cafe Internet Consulting
Pass It On
Penrose St Francis Health Foundation
Penrose St Francis Centura Healthcare System
Physique Transformations Studio
Pikes Peak Cardiology
Pikes Peak Regional Development Corporation
Pioneer Astro Industries
RBC Dain Rauscher Investments
Re/Max Properties, Inc
Sage Woman Herbs
Joan Saucerman, LTC Insurance
Penny Sayre, CPA
Seagate Technology
Shewmaker's Camera Shop
Sinton Dairy
Select Specialty Hospital of CS
Lynn Severson Interiors
Stading & Wood Chiropractic
Stanley Steemer
Sunrise Senior Living
Vectra Bank Colorado
Vision for Success
WallaceVision
Wells Fargo Bank
Wilhelm Monument
Woodford Manufacturing
World Savings
YMCA of the Pikes Peak Region
Support Your
EWI Member Firms
Click on the highlighted names
to view their website.
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President's Message
Memorable Year
by Linda Williamson
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Well, it’s that time of the year already.
I can’t believe my term as President of EWI is over. Without a doubt, it has been a memorable year. I’ve had the privilege of working with an exciting, positive, committed and fun board. This board could be counted on to not only attend meetings, but to participate as well. I want to sincerely thank all of you for the help you gave over and over again. And above all, thank you for caring about the organization of EWI, its members and its future.
Kathleen O’Leary, thank you for your uncompromising support and help, and congratulations on becoming the 2005-2006 President of EWI.
Georgianna Lee, thank you for your unfailing account of accurate and timely meeting minutes.
Marti Hartman, thank you for the footsteps you left me to follow, because they most definitely led me in the right direction.
Joan Pierce, thank you for changing my paradigm. I honestly did not believe financial people could be both smart and funny. I love your humor.
Kathryn Flobeck, thank you for all your help in building our membership and making our new members feel welcome.
Donna Berty and Susan Davis, what a tag team. Your working together is exemplary. Thank you both, for the presence you two brought to the board.
Pat Cooper and Verna Severson, thank you for your dedication and commitment to the golf fundraiser.
Kathy Kelly, thank you for your wonderful creativity. You left no stone unturned putting together programs. We missed Jerry Jo Shires tremendously and know she is with us in spirit.
Jane Marshall, thank you for taking our newsletter to another level. I am so appreciative of Lorrie Todd taking the time to teach you the skills to produce such a professional product.
Cathie John, thank you for keeping the directory up-to-date. You have no idea how many times I’ve used that directory and felt grateful to you for your efforts.
Kathy Wallace, thank you for your willingness to fill the position of scholarship chair when there was a vacancy. You saw the need and filled the void.
Jean Roblewsky thank you for keeping us on track. You know our past, and it helps guide our future.
Marilyn…sorry, Beth Alexander, thank you for your contagious smile and your way of getting us to write articles.
Bea Steahlin, thank you for your persistance to have members RSVP for meetings. Somehow, you and Patty Klase, always managed to have food for everyone.
EWI members, thank you for your membership and your ideas that help make us a fun group. My hope is that your experience was as fulfiling as mine!
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News!
Please send submissions for the Chapter Pulse to:
Contact: Beth Alexander
Phone: 593-9458
E-mail: beth@cachetbasket.com
Next Deadline:
September 16, 2005
Please email as
MSWord attachment.
Thank you.
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September Birthdays
2 Lauren Shaw Physique Transformations
6 Susan Wilmot Daniels Chevyland
11 Patricia Deeny RBC Dain Rauscher
19 Allison Scott The Broadmoor Hotel
19 Kay Atwood Orbit Promotions
21 Janet Conover Wells Fargo Bank
28 Sharon Berthrong Life Member
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HAPPY BIRTHDAY!
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August - Humane Society of the Pikes Peak Region
by Casey and Lynn Cool
The August Chapter meeting at the Humane Society was a success! We had a
great dinner with a presentation by Randy Harlson, Director of Development.
Randy spoke at length about the role of the Human Society-past, present and
future. Randy informed us of the many different programs within the Humane
Society of the Pikes Peak Region.
Adoption Services, HSPPR's kennels are
open seven days a week for the public to view available shelter guests in
need of loving homes. There is a 100% adoption rate of adoptable animals.
HSPPR's Lost and Found program, where they have returned more than 5,000
lost pets to their owners, continuing to strive to improve their more than
40% success rate of reuniting lost pets with their families. The Humane
Society has a medical fund that aids sick or injured animals in their care.
HSPPR also has a Safe Pet program where they work with the victims of
domestic violence and T.E.S.S.A. and provide free foster care.
The T.L.C.
or Twice-Loved Canines is a program where volunteers work with qualifying
shelter dogs in need of socialization or basic obedience training, enjoying
an 85% success rate of participants' adoptions.
The Humane Society of the
Pikes Peak Region works with a network of more than 100 area rescue groups
to place animals with loving families in their rescue partnership. The
Critter Cruiser is HSPPR's mobile adoption unit that allows shelter guests
to be adopted at community events. As well as many other programs like the
spay/neuter, micro chipping and obedience training.
Randy also addressed questions about the latest changes and excitement
regarding the Humane Society acquiring the city animal control contract for
Colorado Springs and what changes will happen in response.
The meeting was
followed up by a tour of the facility and the animals available for adoption. Overall, we had a terrific time and learned a great deal regarding the Human Society and its role as an advocate for a number of the animals we love in our community.
Door prizes were provided by: Kay Atwood (Orbit Promotions); Lauren Shaw (Physique Transformations Studio); Lynn Cool (The Cool Company); and Diane McCreery (Hub Carwash and Diner).
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Membership Posting
IMPORTANT INFORMATION:
Any firm that joins Executive Women International between September 1 and December 31, 2005, will become a member through December 31, 2006.
Contact: Kathryn Flobeck, Membership Chair
Welcome 2005 New Members
Stanley Steemer
Carol Bryant
Carpet and Upholstery Cleaning
Construction Specialties
Teresa Figueredo
Excavation Services
Aqua Prima Center, Inc.
Kathryn Flobeck
Think tank for water
Art of Design, i.d., Inc.
Debbie Tuzel
Graphic design and marketing
Donna Vessey Entertainment
Donna Vessey
Corporate business entertainment and commercials
Gilbert & Gibson Celtic Celebrations
Jean Roblewsky
Celtic imports
Handyman Connection
Amy Jones
Handyman Services
HealthSouth Premier Diagnostics
Demetra Shelton
Outpatient diagnostic imaging
Image by Tia
Tia Warren
Image consultant
Pass It On
Dianne Crimble
Estate planning /Business succession planning
Re/Max Properties, Inc
Kathleen Bosley Kershaw
Residential real estate sales
Vision for Success
Kathleen Meyer
Business coaching and consulting services
New Leaf
Linda Bloom
Non-traditional psychotherapy
Wilhelm Monument Company
Judy Wilhelm
Granite memorials, bronze, stone signs
Sage Woman Herbs
Valerie Blankenship
Herbal products, vitamins and supplements
La Casita Patio Cafés
Janet Sawyer
Mexican Food Restaurants
Momentum Advertising and PR, LLC
Laura J. Muir
Advertising, Marketing and Public Relations
Pikes Peak Regional Development
Christine R. Ressler
Karen Lovett
Small Business Loans
Seagate Technology LLC
Lynne VanArsdale
Leading supplier of desktop and enterprise disk drives
Correspondence
Patty Klase has moved to her new home in Texas. Both of Patty's parents, as well as her husband's mother, have had major health issues and the move has been stressful, but in typical fashion for this bright and positive lady she remains upbeat and sends wishes to all her EWI friends. We will miss her very much. Please send cards to Patty's new address at: 615 West HIllcrest Drive, Keene, Texas, 76059.
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September
Chapter Meeting
Installation of Officers
& Committee Chairs
The Cliff House at Pikes Peak
603 Canon Avenue
Manitou Springs
Date: Wednesday, September 14, 2005
Please note early RSVP Deadline.
RSVP Guests & Regrets by:
Tuesday, September 6, 2005
ALL MEMBERS MUST RSVP YES or NO
See Below
5:30pm Sign-In and Networking
6:00pm Dinner and Program
COST: $30 and Cash Bar
Program
Thanking the 2004-2005 EWI Board and Installation of the 2005-2006 Board
Menu
Heavy Hors d'Oeuvres
Coffee, Tea and Water
Membership Changes
Colorado Springs Convention and Visitors Bureau: Kim Griffis replaces Julie Wysocki.
Food Designers: Heather Darrigan (new owner) replaces Jodi Hatfield.
Condolences
Our condolences to Lane Affiliated Companies (Pepsi), Charter Member of EWI, who's owner and CEO, John Lane, passed away August 16, 2005. John was a faithful supporter of EWI. Representatives of Lane are: Cathie John and Kathleen O'Leary.
EWI LCAM Attendees
Pat Cooper, World Savings
Joan Pierce, Accent Photo
Linda Williamson, Broadmoor Hotel
Kathleen O'Leary,
Lane Affiliated/Pepsi
September
Board Meeting
A potluck Board Meeting will be held at Accent Photo on September 8th at 4:30pm. Old and new Board members are to attend this meeting. Information will be transfered to the new Board members at this meeting. Please bring a dish to share.
Congratulations
Congratulations to Wanda Reaves for another successful Hike the Habitat, formerly Scale the Scar, event. Thank you Wanda for all your efforts to replace the "scar" with beautiful green habitat.
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What Does EWI Mean to Me?
by Jeannie Roblewsky
When Beth Alexander put out an email asking a Board Member to write an article about what EWI means to me, I had to stop and think about it for a few minutes. It has become such a part of my life that I think I take it, and our members, for granted sometimes. I have never had a bad experience when dealing with our members and I am a charter member (something I am very proud to flaunt) so that is more than twenty years, and no bad experiences.
I was amazed, from the very first, by the caliber of women in this organization. It is a privilege to be in the company of so many talented women; many of whom I would not have met without EWI.
One of the missions of EWI is promoting member firms and I don't know of any organization that does it better, but you also have to get involved if you want a positive return on your investment. I don't think you can promote your business if you don't attend the monthly meetings, or get involved on a committee, or donate a door prize. And while I am on this subject, do you support the other members of EWI by patronizing their businesses, using their products, seeking their professional advice? If not, why not? This is another great way to use your membership to get the most benefit.
Our scholarship is another reason I believe in EWI and our chapter. Our scholarships assist women who are not your typical college student. They are women who have decided to take charge of their life by continuing their education. Most of them work fulltime, take care of their family and attend college. The scholarships we present can often make a difference in whether they are financially able to attend or not.
On the personal side, the friendships I have made in EWI are true treasures. These women, these wonderful women, were there for me when my husband passed away, when I decided to make a radical change in my professional life, when I needed to cry on a shoulder. They put up with my weird sense of humor and showed me how to enjoy life.
What more could you ask for?
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Minutes
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Minutes of the Board of Directors Meeting
Colorado Springs Chapter
EXECUTIVE WOMEN INTERNATIONAL ®
August 4, 2005
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Call to Order: |
Accent Photo, August 4, 2005. Called to order by Linda Williamson, President at 5:00PM |
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Roll Call: |
Linda Williamson, Kathleen O’Leary, Joan Pierce, Jean Roblewsky, Kathryn Flobeck, Marti Hartman, Donna Berty, Susan Davis, Kathy Kelly, Lorrie Todd, Kelly Wood, Pat Cooper, Beth Alexander, Georgianna Lee Total present: 14
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Kathryn Flobeck made motion to approve minutes from the July meeting. Second by Marti Hartman.
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Treasurer’s Report: |
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As of 7/31/05 balances are: Operating account $24,365.97 Scholarship account $27,199.22 Endowment $114,499.92 |
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Communications: |
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Linda Williamson received communication from Corporate that they will help with membership recruitment by eliminating the pro-ration of dues September through December. The last three months will now be free. Any firm joining October 1 through December 31 will become a member through December 31, 2006.
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Committee Report |
Membership – Current numbers: Member firms 76, Second Reps 12, Sustaining members 3, Life members 16, Transitional member 1.
Program – August will be at the Pikes Peak Humane Society, September the Cliff House and October at Cedars Jazz Club for our Cavalcade, November at Pikes Peak Hospice and December at the Broadmoor Penrose Room.
Historian – Nothing to report
Publication: No report
Sergeant-at-Arms – No report
Ways & Means–Pat Cooper and her committee sent out personalized thank you notes to all sponsors of the golf tournament. She thanked everyone for their support.
Public Relations – No report
Directory –No report
Hospitality – No report
Scholarship – No report.
Nominating –Marti Hartman reported that the following board position, Publications Co-chair, still needs to be filled. Discussion by board on possibility of funding outsourcing the publication of the newsletter. |
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Kathleen O’Leary reported that all our members attending the EWI Leadership Conference and Annual Meeting in Salt Lake City are registered. Kelly Wood reviewed Corporate bylaw changes and presented the board with her review. Kelly recommended approving the Corporate bylaws as changed with the exception of Article #2 pending further information from Canadian chapters. Marti Hartman to contact Canadian chapters and forward her report to Kelly. Voted and approved unanimously by board. Kelly to present bylaw report at August chapter meeting. August will be our chapter’s second business meeting at which time the Chapter membership will vote on the proposed Corporate Bylaw changes. 2005-2006 proposed board members will be presented to the membership and nominations will be taken from the floor. Members will then vote on the new board. Kathleen O’Leary asked the board for ideas on a location for our board meetings next year. Kathleen to extend and invitation to our new board members to attend the September board meeting as a transition meeting.
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Next two teleseminars are August 23 Membership Director training and September 8 Delegate training. LCAM will be collecting children’s books during the Saturday B/C/DP luncheon to be donated to the Sugarhouse Boys and Girls Club in Salt Lake City.
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Next chapter meeting: September 14, 2005, Cliff House
Next board meeting: September 8, 2005, Accent Photo
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Adjournment: |
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Meeting adjourned: 6:07PM
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Linda Williamson, Chapter President |
Georgianna Lee, Chapter Secretary |
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Corporate Office Contact
Information
515 South 700 East,
Suite 2A
Salt Lake City, UT
84102-2801
Phone (801) 355-2800
Fax (801) 355-2852
Website:www.executivewomen.org
Email:ewi@executivewomen.org
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To
bring together key individuals from member firms of EWI to achieve
world-class status as an organization through applied standards
of excellence.
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Forge
and cultivate mutual business and professional goals through
personal association and interchange.
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Afford
the opportunities and structure for leadership and professional
development.
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Provide
a wide scope of community, educational, and philanthropic services
and contributions.
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Encourage
flexibility and adaptability in a membership as diverse in its
demographics as in its interest, needs, and staying power
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