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Jan Bowman2014-2015
RNPW President
Living in Northern Illinois or Southwest Michigan most of my life, I have always looked forward to spring. It is my favorite of the four seasons! Green leaves sprout up from the dark earth, often among remnants of snow. The days grow warmer little by little and longer – often adding 2 to 3 minutes of sunlight per day. If we get snow, it doesn’t last long because the sun is closer to this part of the earth and warmer. Ahhhhhh.
But then we had the last two weeks! At first, the snow was melting at a good pace; days in the 60’s and even a 70 sprinkled in; buds on bushes and trees were swelling; tulips, daffodils and crocus were at least getting their leaf tips out; and even the calendar said it was Spring! But Mother Nature had other ideas.
We got more SNOW – around 5” of SNOW! I was almost OK with it. Not bad I thought. The weather people are predicting 3/4” of rain, maybe even with a thunder storm. As I went to sleep that night, I heard rain on the window and knew most of the snow would be a memory by morning. The next day I opened the curtains and - NO! Nearly all the snow was still there! How could this be? It is SPRING!
Sometimes life is like our Spring. We are on a path toward a certain outcome. Early indicators support this path. Even the organizational chart says this will happen. Then something unexpected occurs. It wasn’t supposed to be that way! What can you do to get back on track? Does changing the course involve a difficult conversation? Do you find difficult conversations uncomfortable to the point of avoidance?
Rockford Network of Professional Women may be of help to you and your friends! Join me
Thursday, April 16 from 7:30 am – 11:30 am at NIU Rockford to learn from Sheryl Andreasen skills needed to have those “Conversations We Need To Have...But Want To Avoid.” Not only will you practice those skills but you will work with other amazing women and the profit from your ticket will support the annual Rockford Network Scholarship Fund.
Yes, Spring will be here for good – sooner or later – and our goals will be accomplished or we will regroup. But unlike Spring, we can educate ourselves to give that needed advantage.
See you April 16 and Happy Spring!
Dealing with the difficult and unexpected
April 2015 | rockfordnetwork.org
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Rockford Network of Professional Women Board of Directors 2014-2015President Jan Bowman [email protected]
Vice President Kim Millhorn [email protected]
Secretary Darlene Riddle [email protected]
Treasurer Jocelyn Hare [email protected]
Appointments & Nominating Kay King [email protected]
Awards Tonya Thayer - [email protected] Judy Roby - [email protected]
Communications Kathy Velasco [email protected]
History Robin Mann [email protected]
Membership Mariah Anast [email protected]
Policy Barb Giolitto [email protected]
Program Diane James - [email protected] Deanna Watts - [email protected]
Public Relations Kristan McNames - [email protected] Lisa Carter - [email protected]
Reservations Cheryl Schmidt [email protected]
Scholarship Karen Keller [email protected]
Past President Lindsey Gregg [email protected]
RNPW Member recognized with YWCA’s Mentorship Award at Leader Luncheon
Maleeah Cuevas, Chief Administrative Officer (CAO), Director, and Investment Advisor Representative of Klaas Financial, was honored on March 2 with the YWCA-Rockford’s annual Leader Luncheon Mentorship Award. Following are some excerpts from the nomination:
“In business and at home, Maleeah Cuevas continuously encourages women to be educated, be enthusiastic about life and be heard. She has led education seminars and events for clients, associates and others, she founded and leads ‘Women in Motion,’ a women’s group meant to bring women together to encourage each other. To all around her, especially women, she is a mentor, a teach, an advisor, a cheerleader and a friend.
“Maleeah is not afraid to ‘think outside the box’ and try something new – and she always takes the opportunity to teach. She leads by example, by being humble and truly
rejoicing in others’ successes, speaking up with confidence and composure, balancing work and home and not being afraid to say no.
“She is a natural born leader but she works very hard at it and does not take any of her roles for granted. She is constantly encouraging women to be advocates for themselves and to learn from each other’s successes.
“Maleaah is involved with many community organizations in the Rockford area. She is a current member and past president of the Alpine Kiwanis Club, serving on many committees including Brat Days. She is an active member of Heartland Church, volunteering as a greeter and usher, participating in ShareFest, and contributing to many special projects. She has/is volunteering for the Boy Scouts, Salvation Army, the Rockford Dance Company, Rockford Area Youth Symphony Orchestra, past president of RYSO Boosters, Chamber Business Women’s Council, RNPW, Rockford Rescue Mission, Remedies, TIP Club and local school activities.
“She is constantly seeking out ways to improve herself and to encourage others to do the same. She lost her parents at a young age and I think that made her determined not to waste one moment of one day. Maleeah is the type of person that others look up to with respect, admiration and gratitude.”
The Rockford Network of Professional Women is pleased to congratulate Maleeah Cuevas on being named the YWCA’s Mentorship Award recipient for 2015
© Brian Thomas Photography
Pictured, (L) - Kris Kieper, CEO, YWCA; Maleeah Cuevas and Sue Schreier, Vice President of Nursing Services & Chief Nurse Executive, Rockford Health System.
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ATHENA Program Application Now Open
Rockford ATHENAPowerLink (APL) is offering a professional consulting package, valued at $40,000 for an entire year. A woman business owner will be chosen from the Rockford market to participate. ATHENAPowerLink is able to offer this business mentoring program for women with the support of PNC, and the Rockford Chamber of Commerce. To find out more information regarding the ATHENAPowerLink, please see the link below.
http://www.rockfordchamber.com/events-programs/athena_powerlink.aspx
Open Board PositionsThe Mayor gets to appoint and the City Council gets to approve
numerous board/commission positions of importance to our community. Here is a recently updated list of boards and vacancies. If someone has particular questions about boards, duties, time commitment, etc., please contact Alderman Tom McNamara at [email protected] or 815-262-6734.
Electrical Commission – was formed to hear and decide appeals of orders, decisions, determinations made by the code official relative to the application and interpretation of the code – 1 vacancy.
• Fair Housing Board – 3 vacancies• Housing Review Board – 2 vacancies• Airport Authority – 1 vacancy• Building Board of Appeals – 1 vacancy
Shelter Care Ministries is accepting applications for new members for its Board of Directors. If you have an interest in helping families who are homeless and people with mental illnesses, this may be the position for you. To be considered for the board, please send a letter of interest and resume to Mark Bonne at [email protected].
HomeStart is also accepting applications for new members for its Board. HomeStart provides housing counseling, foreclosure prevention counseling, down payment assistance and homebuyer education to the residents of Northern Illinois. As a chartered member ofNeighborWorks America, a national network of 235 independent, community-based, nonprofit organizations, HomeStart is committed to helping community members find solutions to their housing goals. You may request a Board Nomination Form at www.nwhomestart.org or call 815-962-2011.
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April 20 Luncheon
Women as Agents of Change - In Volunteerism
Join us for a special presentation by Pat Ambrose, Executive Director of Veteran’s Drop-In Center and Kathy Ferrero, Executive Director of Jeremiah Development.
The Veteran’s Drop-In Center provides a safe, supportive and caring social environment for veterans and their families to receive help transitioning and continuing to adapt to post-service life. Volunteers assist with many aspects and reap emotional rewards.
Jeremiah Development remains committed to one square mile just north of downtown in its efforts to promote the well-being of that neighborhood. Come learn how small efforts can still mean success.
Come learn more about these - and other – “quiet” nonprofits in our community and how you can help.
Monday | April 20, 2015 | 11:30 am Forest Hills Country Club
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Cost is $18/person, $20 for walk-ins. Cash or check only, please.
To make your reservations: Call 977-7477 or go to rockfordnetwork.org
and click on “Make Reservation” button on the homepage.
Reservation deadline: Thursday, April 16 at Midnight
Please note: No-shows will be billed.
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Member NewsJacqueline (Jacki) Gommel, ASID, IIDA, LEED AP ID + C,
is pleased to announce she is celebrating her 20th year as owner of Gommel Design.
Jacki began her career in 1974, working for her college architectural design instructor in Dixon, Illinois. In 1976, she moved to Rockford and during the next 19 years worked for two architectural firms, until she formed her own business in 1995.
As a Registered Interior Designer and LEED Accredited Professional, Jacki provides complete Interior Design services encompassing projects in healthcare, eldercare, financial, corporate, industrial, educational, religious, hospitality, and retail environments.
Nominated by Rockford Network, Jacki received the Connie Tremulis Award for Business Owners at the 2000 YWCA Leader Luncheon.
Heartland Hospice has announced Deb Strait, RN Case Manager the 2014 Champion of Caring–Employee of the Year.
“Deb has an extraordinary way of caring for her patients mind, body and spirit. Deb’s pride in the organization is reflected in everything she does“ said Pam Weiss, Heartland Hospice Administrator. Deb Strait has been providing superior nursing care for over 30 years.
Deb Strait was selected from 11 other Heartland Hospice employees of the month to capture the honor of Champion of Caring–Employee of the Year 2014. Other employees of the month include: Abbie Cook, LCSW; Mary Beth Erickson, Care Transition Nurse; Rebecca Porter, Regional Triage Nurse; Becca Sarrels, Hospice aide; Lindsey Wilson, RN Case Manager; Kristen Lueptow, Regional Recruiter; Brittni Diaz, Hospice aide; Tammy Christiansen, Hospice Community Educator; Claudine Bjork, RN Case Manager; Elaine Entrikin, LCSW and Steve Sternickle, RN visit nurse.
Pamela Timmons invites to you an Open House! Upper Iowa University is holding an Open House April 1st from 4-7 PM. Please join us at 1161 Tebala Blvd.in Rockford,IL 61108 or call 815-332-1414.
The Annual Womanspace Spring Luncheon is on Saturday, April 25th. This year we are excited to welcome the creator of the nationally syndicated “Sylvia” cartoon, Nicole Hollander. Wildly funny and insightful, Niclole is sure to entertain and to fill a room - with over 200 women. An advertisement in our program book is an inexpensive and efficient way of reaching a large group of women, aged 30-65 plus. Prices start as low as $75 for a third-page ad, $100 for a half page, and just $150 for a full-page ad. For more information on ads or tickets, call or email Barb Giolitto @ 815-222-0201; [email protected]
Lynne Koenigsberger and The Alzheimer’s Association® Greater Illinois Chapter are excited to announce the 12th annual “Unforgettable Art: An Affair for Alzheimer’s.” Unforgettable Art will take place Sat., April 18, 2015 at University of Illinois College
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Mary Kay Morrisonwww.questforhumor.com
322 Canary DriveCaledonia, IL [email protected]
Humor Quest®
of Medicine at 1601 Parkview Ave in Rockford. Doors open at 6 p.m. This ever-growing event will feature 48 talented artists who will transform blank canvases to works of art while patrons, sipping cocktails and enjoying hors d’oeuvres, look on. Pieces will then be auctioned off at the end of the event. All proceeds benefit the efforts of the Alzheimer’s Association, Greater Illinois Chapter in the Rock River Valley. Tickets are $50 in advance, $60 at the door. Also, there are a limited number of VIP tickets available for $75. Tickets can be purchased by calling the Alzheimer’s Association office in Rockford at 815.484.1300 or going to www.alz.org/illinois.
Tiffany Staman and The Pregnancy Care Center of Rockford will host their annual Hike For Life on Saturday, May 9, 2015 at the Midway Village Walking Path. Funds raised will support those facing an unplanned pregnancy. Register as an individual or a team at www.thepregnancycarecenter.org/events. Call 815.680.5100 for more details.
Tonya Thayer Meyer would like to remind members that United Way has a resource call line. United Way 2-1-1, available 24/7, is a free and quick way to connect with resources in Winnebago and Ogle counties. Trained call specialists quickly assess the callers’ needs and refers them to the help they seek. The 2-1-1 phone system offers free information and referrals on a broad range of services, including utility assistance, health resources, elderly care, financial literacy, and job training programs. All calls are confidential and the 2-1-1 network supports multiple languages.
Sandy Dingus invites you to learn from a noted nutrition expert who will be in Rockford on April 15th. Dr. Ladd McNamara, a retired OBGYN and nutrition expert from California, is presenting his talk “The Power of Cellular Nutrition” on Wednesday, April 15th at 7pm at Giovanni’s. Contact Sandy Dingus for free invitation: [email protected] or 815.243.1379
On Saturday, June 20, 2015, The Biggest Loser RunWalk will hit the pavement in Rockford to fulfill it’s mission to get America off the couch and reaching their fitness goals. You can run or walk in a 5K or Half Marathon. Kid’s can participate in the 1 mile fun run. Former contestant and last season’s winner, Toma, will be our special guest this year along with Andrea Wilamowski, Bobby Saleem and, founders, Dan & Jackie Evans.
The RunWalk donates $1/entry to the Rock River Valley Food Pantry. Last year’s donation was nearly $2,000. Register at www.BiggestLoserRunWalk.com. The first person to call Marla Wilson @ 815-987-9897, will get a free entry!
Lori Wallace invites you to join Rock River Valley Pantry for a special lunch event on Saturday, April 18, 2015, in support of the Rock River Valley Pantry Peanut Butter Endowment. The event will run from Noon - 1:00pm at the Rock River Valley Pantry (in the RRVP Warehouse), 421 S. Rockton Avenue.
We are celebrating what we have achieved, what our current goal is, and how we plan on achieving that goal. Agenda will include why we established the PBE, an overview of our success, and a first person testimony from a donor. Tours of the facility will be given. Your donation or pledge, no matter the size, will help us achieve our goal! Please call the RRVP at 815.965.2466, or email [email protected] to reserve your seat. (continued on page 8)
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Join Us!Second Annual Professional Skills Development Day
“Conversations We Need to Have...But Want to Avoid” Presenter: Sheryl Andreason, Senior Performance Development Specialist, Rockford Health Systems
Thursday, April 16, 2015 • 7:00–11:00 amNorthern Illinois University Rockford • 5800 East State Street • Rockford, Illinois 61108
Why we avoid difficult conversations, how to prepare for them and developing needed skills to have an effective conversation with almost anyone. Based on the bestselling book Crucial Conversations: tools for talking when the stakes are high.
Cost to attend is $45/RNPW member and $50/Non-member. A Member Sponsorship is available for $100 and includes a ticket to the event. Deadline is April 10th, 2015 to be listed in our event packet. To register, go to: www.rockfordnetwork.org
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From our March Meeting
Jesika Moffitt
Karen TillyWanona Wellspring Ceisel, Kathleen Adler Dee Promo, Kathy Ferrero
Kathleen Siedenburg, Jeannine Haberman Ashley Burks, Sara Ignace
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Tammy Christiansen invites you to come and support the Rockford Area Police and Rockford Fire Department in the annual “Guns & Hoses” Charity Game. Saturday, April 18th at 2:00 p.m. Tickets are $15.00 - Upper lever with $5.00 benefiting the Heartland Hospice Memorial Fund.
Following the charity game, your ticket is good for the final game of the season - IceHogs vs. Toronto Marlies at 7:00 p.m. Please be sure to enter CODE: GNH when ordering your ticket. This is a great community family event and you get 2 games for only $15!
Dr. Rev. Wanona Wellspring Ceisel, DNWellness and Nutrition • Yoga • Naprapathy
I believe in the body’s ability to heal itself given the proper ingredients
and removing the stressors.
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