FRIDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY THURSDAY WEDNESDAY WEDNESDAY Women’s Network, Inc. PO Box 13259 Fairlawn OH 44334 330-256-1122 www.womensnetworkneohio.com September 2009 Networking Opportunities Invite a friend or colleague to join you. September 10 Wayne County Lunch With A Notable Woman Guest Speaker: Judy Cox Location: Wooster Inn 11:30 AM-Noon, Networking Noon-1 PM, Luncheon $20 Member / $25 Nonmember RSVP: [email protected] or call 330-683-3375 September 16 Massillon Lunch With a Notable Woman Guest Speaker: Captain Tawny Cowen-Zanders Location:Kozmos Grill 11:30 AM-12 Noon, Networking 12 Noon-1 PM, Lunch $15 Member/ $20 Nonmember RSVP: reservation@ womensnetworkneohio.com September 18 Lunchtime Connections Guest Speaker: Stacey Zahoranski Location: Portage Country Club 11:30 AM-12 Noon, Networking 12 Noon-1 PM, Lunch $18 Member / $23 Nonmember RSVP: Call 330-256-1122 or [email protected]September 23 Jackson/Belden Lunch With A Notable Woman Guest Speaker: Judge Dixie Park Location: Glenmoor Country Club 11:30 AM-12 Noon, Networking 12 Noon-1 PM, Lunch $20 Member / $25 Nonmember RSVP: reservation@ womensnetworkneohio.com October 1 Wayne County Lunch With A Notable Woman Guest Speaker: Jenny Grimsley Location: Wooster Inn 11:30 AM-Noon, Networking Noon-1 PM, Luncheon $20 Member / $25 Nonmember RSVP: [email protected] or call 330-683-3375 October 2 SBA Lunch With a Notable Woman Guest Speaker: Dr. Daisy Alford-Smith Location: Fairlawn Country Club 11:45 AM-1:30 PM $20 at the door RSVP: sba@womensnetworkneohio. com or call 330-256-1122 There are opportunities for members to serve on committees and task groups. This type of involvement is a great opportunity to develop new skills and new relationships with other Women’s Network members. Would you like to get more involved in Women’s Network? “Time commitment is negotiable~benefits are outstanding!” says membership co-chair Crystal Alberts. The following is a list of current opportunities: Membership Committee - contact Kathi Bond (330-466-0973) or Crystal Alberts (330-283-7092) Fund Development - contact Carrie Herman at [email protected]Public Relations - (activities such as media relations, graphic design of flyers, website maintenance/design) - contact Jeannine Park at [email protected]Programs - contact Carrie Herman at [email protected]Women of Achievement event - contact Carrie Herman at cherman@ udsakron.org On Tuesday, November 10, 2009, Women’s Network will host a new program of ATHENA International. Mark your calendar to attend this event where an established woman leader will invite an emerging woman leader to join her for lunch. As a member of Women’s Network, you are a leader in the Akron community – who will you invite? This unique new lunch will be chaired by Angelina Milo, Cohen & Company, Ltd.; Diane Johnson, Attorney at Law;Angela Fremon, Cole Industries; and Norma Rist, Norma J. Rist CEO Consulting, Inc. The proceeds for the event will benefit Women’s Network’s Judith Resnik Scholarship Fund. If you are mentoring an emerging woman leader, this is a wonderful opportunity to develop your relationship with her as well as encourage new relationships. This Women’s Leadership Day Lunch will be offered the same day in many other cities. Watch for next month’s newsletter and an email with the details. Mark your calendar now and plan to attend. ATHENA International Women’s Leadership Day Lunch Women’s Network Opportunities Click on link to take you to: Member News September Speakers Inside this issue Community Happenings October Speakers Membership Information INSIDE THIS ISSUE - see bottom of page 1 for links -
Networking OpportunitiesInvite a friend or colleague to join you.
September10 Wayne County Lunch With A Notable Woman Guest Speaker: Judy Cox Location: Wooster Inn 11:30 AM-Noon, Networking Noon-1 PM, Luncheon $20 Member / $25 Nonmember RSVP: [email protected] or call 330-683-3375September16 Massillon Lunch With a Notable Woman Guest Speaker: Captain Tawny Cowen-Zanders Location:Kozmos Grill 11:30 AM-12 Noon, Networking 12 Noon-1 PM, Lunch $15 Member/ $20 Nonmember RSVP: reservation@ womensnetworkneohio.comSeptember 18 Lunchtime Connections Guest Speaker: Stacey Zahoranski Location: Portage Country Club 11:30 AM-12 Noon, Networking 12 Noon-1 PM, Lunch $18 Member / $23 Nonmember RSVP: Call 330-256-1122 or [email protected] Jackson/Belden Lunch With A Notable Woman Guest Speaker: Judge Dixie Park Location: Glenmoor Country Club 11:30 AM-12 Noon, Networking 12 Noon-1 PM, Lunch $20 Member / $25 Nonmember RSVP: reservation@ womensnetworkneohio.comOctober1 Wayne County Lunch With A Notable Woman Guest Speaker: Jenny Grimsley Location: Wooster Inn 11:30 AM-Noon, Networking Noon-1 PM, Luncheon $20 Member / $25 Nonmember RSVP: [email protected] or call 330-683-3375October2 SBA Lunch With a Notable Woman Guest Speaker: Dr. Daisy Alford-Smith Location: Fairlawn Country Club 11:45 AM-1:30 PM $20 at the door RSVP: sba@womensnetworkneohio. com or call 330-256-1122
There are opportunities for members to serve on committees and task groups. This type of involvement is a great opportunity to develop new skills and new relationships with other Women’s Network members. Would you like to get more involved in Women’s Network? “Time commitment is negotiable~benefits are outstanding!” says membership co-chair Crystal Alberts. The following is a list of current opportunities:
Membership Committee - contact Kathi Bond (330-466-0973) or Crystal Alberts (330-283-7092)Fund Development - contact Carrie Herman at [email protected] Public Relations - (activities such as media relations, graphic design of flyers, website maintenance/design) - contact Jeannine Park at [email protected] - contact Carrie Herman at [email protected] of Achievement event - contact Carrie Herman at cherman@ udsakron.org
On Tuesday, November 10, 2009, Women’s Network will host a new program of ATHENA International. Mark your calendar to attend this event where an established woman leader will invite an emerging woman leader to join her for lunch. As a member of Women’s Network, you are a leader in the Akron community – who will you invite?
This unique new lunch will be chaired by Angelina Milo, Cohen & Company, Ltd.; Diane Johnson, Attorney at Law;Angela Fremon, Cole Industries; and Norma Rist, Norma J. Rist CEO Consulting, Inc. The proceeds for the event will benefit Women’s Network’s Judith Resnik Scholarship Fund.
If you are mentoring an emerging woman leader, this is a wonderful opportunity to develop your relationship with her as well as encourage new relationships.
This Women’s Leadership Day Lunch will be offered the same day in many other cities. Watch for next month’s newsletter and an email with the details. Mark your calendar now and plan to attend.
ATHENA International Women’s Leadership Day Lunch
Women’s Network Opportunities
Click on link to take you to:Member NewsSeptember Speakers
Inside this issueCommunity HappeningsOctober SpeakersMembership Information
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We’d like to extend a special WELCOME to the following new members and a thank you to renewing members:
NEW MEMBERSLaura CorbettExecutive RecruiterCorbett ConnectionsW – 330-802-0369
Welcome Members! Member NewsWe want to celebrate your accomplishments. Tell us about recognition, promotions, community service, new positions, business launches, etc. Help us spread the word about how involved and diverse Network members are. Send information at any time to Jeannine Park at [email protected].
Theresa Beyerle recently joined the staff of The University of Akron as the Associate Director of the Institute for Teaching and Learning, where she will be overseeing and coordinating the university’s Service Learning and Undergraduate Research initiatives.
Crystal Alberts is a new Women’s Network board member, sharing membership responsibilities with Kathi Bond as Membership Co-Chair.
The Greater Akron Chamber announced their 30 for the Future Award Recipients. Our own Angela Fremon and Kirsten Lino have been named.
Toby Edward was born on Sunday, August 30, to Women’s Network member-at-large Melanie Friedman and her husband. Toby weighed 7 lbs 14 oz and was 20-1/2” long, and he already needs a haircut!
Mari-Lynn Evans produced Coal Country, a documentary that will have an Ohio premier screening in Akron on September 12.
Share your expertise and shine a spotlight on yourself or your business. How? Women’s Network is seeking members who will write informative articles on a broad range of topics including, but not limited to, career development, women’s health issues, financial matters, networking tips, caring for aging family members, surviving a down economy, etc. Please note: this is not an opportunity to write an advertisement. It is an opportunity to impart valuable, general information about your particular area of expertise.
To discuss your newsletter article idea, please contact either Jeannine Park, Public Relations Chair, at [email protected] or Carrie Herman, President, at [email protected].
Newsletter articles sought
A special membership rate of $20 for women who are between jobs is currently available from Women’s Network.
In addition to a special membership rate, if you would be interested in a jobseekers group, let us know. This group could meet regularly at little
or no cost to share tips, strategies and leads; provide encouragement and support; and feature speakers on topics you choose (where to look for job openings, how to update your resume). If you are interested in such a group, email Carrie Herman at [email protected].
Jobseekers Group
Enjoy learning with other women how to build a home while volunteering for a good cause. Friendship and fun will be had for all who volunteer! If you are interested in doing a Women Build Day to benefit Habitat for Humanity, please contact Stacey Zahoranski at [email protected].
Women Build Day for Habitat for Humanity
Date: Thursday, October 1Time: 8:30 AM - 4:30 PMLunch: Bring your own brown bag lunchPrior to the event: watch safety video and sign waiverWho: anyone over 18Skills: noneNumber of people: 7 people maximumProvided: Water cooler
The Encounter Bus Tour The premier way to learn about
Stark County
Thursday Oct. 22, 2009 $59 per person - includes gourmet lunch
Reserve your seat now: www.leadershipstarkcounty.org
Members in the news
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Carrie HermanPresident
Angelina Milo, CPAVice President
Angela Tucker CooperSecretary
Tracy Soulsby, CPATreasurer
Kathi BondMembership Co-Chair /Wayne County Rep
Crystal AlbertsMembership Co-Chair
Theresa S. Beyerle, PhDGovernance Chair
Connections is a monthly newsletter provided by Women’s Network to its members and friends.
Jeannine ParkPublic Relations Chair
Members at LargeTaba AleemMelanie FriedmanSusan RossStacey Zahoranski
Jessica CiccarelliPast President
Pasqualina GriggsAdministrator
Women’s Network member-at-large, Stacey Zahoranski, a Financial Advisor with Robert W. Baird & Co., takes the fear and worry out of planning for your financial success on Friday, September 18th at The Portage Country Club in Akron.
The cost is $18 members, $23 non-members, payable at the door (no shows will be invoiced). For reservations, email at [email protected] or
Zahoranksi speaker for Lunchtime Connections
On Thursday, September 10th, Judy Cox, Mayor of Dalton and Ohio State University Police Officer, will be the guest speaker at the Wooster Inn at 11:30 AM. The cost is $20 for members, $25 for nonmembers, payable at the door (no shows will be invoiced). For reservations, email Kathi Bond at [email protected] or call 330-683-3375.
Cox speaker for Wayne County Lunch with a Notable Woman
On Wednesday, September 16th, Captain Tawny Cowen-Zanders, Salvation Army, will be the guest speaker for the Massillon Lunch with a Notable Woman at Kozmos Grill at 11:30 AM. The cost is $15 for members, $20 for nonmembers, payable at the door (no shows will be invoiced). For reservations, email [email protected].
Cowen-Zanders speaker for Massillon Lunch with a Notable Woman
September Speakers
On Wednesday, September 23rd, Judge Dixie Park, Probate Division, Stark County Court of Common Pleas, will be the guest speaker at Glenmoor Country Club at 11:30 AM. The cost is $20 for members, $25 for nonmembers, payable at the door (no shows will be invoiced). For reservations, email [email protected].
Park speaker for Jackson/Belden Lunch with a Notable Woman
Resnik Scholarship Recipient writes note
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Community Happenings
There’s a difference between a career champion and a bench warmer. A conference focused on how to be a “career champion” to strategically manage your career and job search will be held September 30 at the Cuyahoga Falls Natatorium, 7:45 AM- 4 PM. Targeted for job seekers and people in all stages of their career, Career Fitness Day will feature Wall Street Journal and CNN.com columnist and human resources consultant, Peter Weddle, as keynote speaker.
Diana Miller, president of Career Navigation Group, Munroe Falls, Ohio, and sponsor of the event, said Career Fitness involves “strategically training” for your career just as an athlete would plan and execute his or her training for a sport or workout regimen.
Tickets to the Career Fitness Conference will also include several presentations and networking opportunities, Wellness, fitness, and health experts will speak on how to “tuneup” your body, mind and psyche for future career success; a free resume critique ($75.00 value); the opportunity to meet with a local career coach ($100.00 value); a FREE ticket to use the Natatorium facilities -come prepared to work out or swim ($11.00 value); and a continental breakfast and lunch.
Tickets will go on sale August 15 at www.careerfitnesspro.com. Job seeker group members can purchase tickets for $69 each, individual tickets for $89 each. Seating is limited and no tickets will be sold at the door. The event starts at 7:45 AM with registration and a continental breakfast. Presentations begin at 8:30 AM.
Call Diana Miller, president, The Career Navigation Group at 330-687-4731, or Rosanne Cornelius, Director of Marketing, The Career Navigation Group, at 330-604-0780 for more information.
Career Fitness Day at Cuyahoga Falls Natatorium September 30 Come and enjoy a Girls Night Out
courtesy of DreamMaker Destinations and The Green Room Spa. Bring your friends and colleagues and hear about Girlfriend Getaways on Tuesday, October 13 at the Sheraton
Want to get pampered?Suites, Cuyahoga Falls, from 5-9 PM. RSVP to [email protected] or call 330-689-1020.
(See ad in this issue for DreamMaker Destinations)
The Women’s Endowment Fund of Akron Community Foundation and the Medina County Women’s Endowment Fund have joined together to host the “Outrageous Acts for Social Justice Party” on Thursday, Sept. 24, 2009, from 6 to 8 p.m. The event will be held at Happy Days Lodge, located in the scenic Cuyahoga Valley National Park off state Route 303 in Peninsula.
The Outrageous Acts event is being held in honor of Gloria Steinem’s 75th birthday and will celebrate women from both Summit and Medina counties who have positively impacted the lives of others by dedicating themselves to equality and social justice causes. Two “Outrageous Acts for Social Justice” awards will be presented during the event; each fund will honor one individual.
Outrageous event to honor Gloria Steinem and benefit Women’s Endowment Fund
Attendees are encouraged to wear an outrageous hat for a chance to win a People’s Choice Award, which will be presented to the individual with the most original hat design.
The event is being sponsored by CommonGood Consulting Inc., Pam Kiltau, Rhonda Davis Esq., Zuckerman Consulting Group, The Brennan Family Foundation, Superior Beverage, Minx Design and Sweet Mary’s Bakery.
The event cost of $25 per person covers food by Moe’s Restaurant, drink and entertainment; $5 per ticket is tax-deductible and will benefit the Medina County Women’s Endowment Fund, the Women’s Endowment Fund of Akron Community Foundation and the Ms. Foundation for Women. To RSVP for the event, please call 330-376-8522 by Sept. 21.
The documentary Coal Country will have its Ohio premier at the Akron Civic Theatre on Saturday, September 12. The film, about the impact of mountaintop-removal mining, comes from Akron producer Mari-Lynn Evans.
The screening, at 8 PM, is free. For $50, you can get VIP seating. A hundred bucks gets you into a pre-screening reception at
Ohio Premier of Coal Country in Akron6:30 PM; that price also includes VIP seating and an ad in the program. For tickets call 330-957-6167 or email [email protected].
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On Friday, October 2nd, join us at the Susan B. Anthony “Lunch with a Notable Woman” at 11:45 AM at Fairlawn Country Club. Our notable guest will be Dr. Daisey Alford-Smith, Chief Executive Officer, Girl Scouts of Northeast Ohio. The cost is $20, payable at the door. For reservations, email to [email protected], call 330-256-1122, or email Norma Rist at [email protected].
Alford-Smith October speaker for SBA Lunch with a Notable Woman
On Thursday, October 1st, Jenny Grimsley, Federal Investigator, will be the guest speaker at the Wooster Inn at 11:30 AM. The cost is $20 for members, $25 for nonmembers, payable at the door (no shows will be invoiced). For reservations, email Kathi Bond at [email protected] or call 330-683-3375.
Grimsley October speaker for Wooster Lunch with a Notable Woman
On Wednesday, October 21st, Marva Dodson, Retired Nurse for Massillon City Schools, Community Volunteer and Historian, will be the guest speaker for the Massillon Lunch with a Notable Woman at Kozmos Grill at 11:30 AM. The cost is $15 for members, $20 for nonmembers, payable at the door (no shows will be invoiced). For reservations, email [email protected].
Dodson October speaker for Massillon Lunch with a Notable Woman
On Wednesday, October 28th, Nicole Cardinale, The National Football Hall of Fame, Manager of Admissions and Special Events, will be the guest speaker at Glenmoor Country Club at 11:30 AM. The cost is $20 for members, $25 for nonmembers, payable at the door (no shows will be invoiced). For reservations, email [email protected].
Cardinale October speaker for Jackson/Belden Lunch with a Notable Woman
October SpeakersMark your calenders for September speakers and bring a friend or colleague.
L-R: Kathi Bond, Women’s Network Membership Co-Chair; Fran Wells, director of Leadership Stark County, and Deb Bonk, FirstMerit Bank, Business Banking.
Women’s Network presented Fran Wells, director of Leadership Stark County, as the special guest in the Lunch with a Notable Woman Series (Jackson-Belden) on August 26th at Glenmoor County Club. Fran served as an instructor substitute for the Stark County Board of Mental Retardation and Developmental Disabilities for twelve years, followed by seven years as a learning resource specialist at Canton Country Day School.
Fran, a graduate of Leadership Stark County’s 14th class, has served as director since the summer of 2002. Under her direction, the Leadership Board of Trustees conducted and implemented a strategic plan, the office staff has gained stability and grown, and a sponsorship program has been established. The Leadership Stark County Signature program, established in 1987, collaborates with thirteen Northeast Ohio Leadership programs in a Regional Economics Program Day.
Fran Wells spoke at the Belden/Jackson Lunch with a Notable Woman Series in August
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As a Women’s Network member, some of the activities you can enjoy are:
Lunchtime Connections (monthly networking)• Lunch With A Notable Woman (monthly networking)• Dinner meetings (quarterly networking)• Special Events and Fundraisers (there are a few exciting •
events currently in the planning stages)
Women’s Network recognizes and honors the contributions made by women in our community through a number of ways:
Women of Achievement Awards• Women’s Network Founder’s Awards• Dorothy O. Jackson Award• ATHENA Awards of Wayne County• Member Recognition programs•
Many volunteer opportunties exist for members of Women’s Network. As a member, you are invited to participate on one or more committees where your skills and talents can best serve Women’s Network and the community.
MEMBER APPLICATIONName ______________________________________________________Home Address _______________________________________________City _____________________________________ Zip _____________Home Phone _______________________________________________Occupational Title __________________________________________Employer ___________________________________________________Work Address _______________________________________________City _________________ County ________________ Zip _________Work Phone ____________________# _____ Fax_________________Email _____________________________________________________Website ____________________________________________________Referred by ________________________________________________Please check the appropriate box below:Individual (non-transferrable) Susan B. Anthony - $200 Standard Level - $75 Retired/Student - $30 Between Jobs - $20Additional ContributionsResnik Scholarship $ ______ Women Central Project $ ______METHOD OF PAYMENT Check enclosed (payable to Women’s Network, Inc.) Bill my: AMEX Discover Mastercard VISACard No. __________________________________________________Exp. Date _________________________ Credit Card ID # ______________Signature ___________________________________________________Print Name _________________________________________________
Corporate Membership discounts available. Purchase three or more memberships (SBA or Standard) and receive $20% off. Contact Women’s Network to make membership arrangements.
Sponsorships and Special Interest Packages that include membership and marketing benefits are available. Please contact us for more information.
Norma Rist, past president said, “After 25 years of membership, I continue to be proud of Women’s Network for providing help to women in the community when they can find no other resources. In addition, some of my closest long-term friendships started during my early years of service to the organization.” Women’s Network was founded in 1977 by a group of Akron area business women, and is now a regional nonprofit organization.
Being a member of Women’s Network provides you the opportunity to associate with many of our region’s most active, energetic, involved and successful individuals. Membership benefits include:
Participation in programs, workshops, special events • and seminars.
A monthly e-newsletter that includes information of • interest and news regarding members and events.
A supportive framework, referrals and resources.• Leadership opportunities through committee and board •
involvement.Community action and advocacy.• Reduced admissions to Network events.• Special member-to-member discounts on goods and •
services.A listing in the Women’s Network online Membership •
Directory.Personal development through volunteer opportunities.• A number of opportunities to share ideas and •
information, broaden skills, network and give back to the community.
Corporate level members and Sponsorships and Special Interest Package members are entitled to additional benefits.
Volunteer opportunities available for your involvement include:
Membership activities• Susan B. Anthony Programming• Grant Writing• Fundraising• Public Relations activities (media relations, graphic •
design, website maintenance/design)Attending community events to support women and •
promote Women’s NetworkHelp with one or more of the monthly lunches•
A more complete list is available on the Women’s Network membership brochure and application. Visit the website at www.womensnetworkneohio.com or call the office at 330-256-1122 for more information, or fill out the form on this page and mail it with your check to:
