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President |
Michelina V. LaForgia |
Vice President |
Claudia DeCarlo |
Treasurer |
Mary Buchwald
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Secretary |
Katherine C. Amsler
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Chapter Directors:
| Programs Director | Linda McGuire, BLACKHAWK |
| Membership Director | Lori Wright E-Mail: gaw4@optonline.net |
| Scholarship/Community |
Rose Satz
E-Mail: monmouth_wid@yahoo.com |
| Communications Director | Elisa Pallitto, ARINC Phone: (732) 427-6787 E-Mail: elisa.pallitto@us.army.mil |
| Social Director | Sue Nappi E-Mail: suenappi@yahoo.com |
President's message winter 08:
Micki LaForgia, President
Dear WID Members;
WID
WID WINTER MESSAGE
I'm overwhelmed. No, not by the holiday crush of shopping, wrapping, partying (though that was fun!), but by the dedication, commitment and energy of the WID Executive Team that I inherited when I became Monmouth Chapter President in October. This team covered everything from our careers - "The Art of Success" series - to our health - the Breast Cancer Awareness luncheon that netted $4,000 for research into this awful disease, supporting the Making Strides Walk and the weekly Power Hour that reminds us to take care of ourselves so we can stay healthy and strong for our other commitments. The "Feng Shui For Your Desk" luncheon was informative and FUN, and non-programmed events such as Fort Monmouth's 90th Anniversary celebration brought the team together on short notice to support them as well.
Unlike the holidays that are often followed by some "down time," WID is gearing up with a full program schedule for the New Year. The networking/mentoring series will kick off again at our monthly meeting on 22 January, and will continue with additional programs in March and May. February is always full of hearts, and WID will take advantage of that theme with a Heart Healthy luncheon. Heart disease is the No.1 killer of women, causing more deaths than all forms of cancer (including breast cancer) combined, and as working women we're more likely to experience the risks associated with this killer. You owe it to yourself to attend that luncheon!
On behalf of the Executive Team, I wish you a happy and healthy 2008 and look forward to seeing you at WID programs in the New Year!
Micki LaForgia
Monmouth Chapter Events - 2008:
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| January 8, 2008 | Fort Monmouth Museum |
Meet the new Chapter President and network with members. |
| January 22, 2008 | Holiday Inn Tinton Falls, NJ | “The Art Of “…Series continued with Mentoring, developing your skill set, and Advocacy, promoting your skill set. Guest Speakers: Download/Print/View article (PDF) |
| February 28, 2008 | Gibbs Hall Fort Monmouth, NJ | Healthy Heart Luncheon; improving health and lifestyle with good nutrition Guest Speaker: |
| March 25, 2008 | Holiday Inn Tinton Falls, NJ | "The Art Of "... Series continues with Mentoring - "The Good, The Bad, & The Ugly" Guest Speaker: Deborah Devlin, Human Resources Director (Deputy Chief of Staff) U.S. Army CECOM Life Cycle Management Command Fort Monmouth Download/Print/View event brochure (PDF) |
Monmouth Chapter's Past President, Patricia Corea (Far
left) and Programs Linda McGuire (Far Right) present gift of appreciation to guest speakers Deborah Frank (mid left), co-founder of Women of Eatontown, and Patricia O'Malley (mid right), Career Coach and Facilitator first luncheon in "The Art Of "...Series Luncheon, Mentoring, developing your skill set, and Advocacy, promoting your skill set.
Members and friends of WID enjoying the first luncheon in "The Art Of "...Series Luncheon, Mentoring, developing your skill set, and Advocacy, promoting your skill set
Monmouth Chapter President Micki LaForgia (right) gives special thanks to Guest Speaker Barbara Halpern (left), Registered Dietician at the Healthy Heart Luncheon
Monmouth Chapter Board Members (left to right), Past President Patricia Corea; President Micki LaForgia, Programs Director Linda McGuire and Vice President Claudia DeCarlo enjoy a photo op at end of a successful Healthy Heart Luncheon, all wearing red to signify the importance of healthy heart awareness
Volunteers
Our Program and Communication Directors, Linda McGuire and Elisa Pallitto, respectively, would be pleased to welcome you as volunteers to their committees. Please contact them via our yahoo email at Monmouth_wid@yahoo.com.
SCHOLARSHIP
Rose Satz, our Community & Scholarship Director, is planning WID's Scholarship fundraiser. She's been working with our National Headquarters for ideas for scholarships and fundraisers. She is also anxious to hear from you with your ideas for her committee. Use the Monmouth_wid@yahoo.com email to send your comments.
Reminders
Make our website one of your favorites!
Make us a better chapter by sending us your ideas for programs, socials, and ways to advance women leaders in industry and government.
Presidents Quotes:
“This country will not be a good place for any of us to live in unless we make it a good place for all of us to live in.” Theodore Roosevelt
“We cannot do everything at once, but we can do something at once.” Calvin Coolidge
Thank you for supporting our Chapter.
Patricia Corea
Chapter Bylaws are in the process of being revised.
Monmouth Chapter Women in Defense (WID), Dress for Success Program
We will be collecting freshly dry cleaned business suits and business attire for women less fortunate to be utilized for job interviews. Suited for Success in Lakewood, NJ will be assisting us in the venture.
Cell Phone Collection
We will be collaborating with the Ft. Monmouth Chapter of Federally Employed Women (FEW) on the collection of used cell phones and chargers. These phones are provided to women in need so that they call 911 in time of distress. For more information please contact Ellen Elgart, ASC Acq Career Manager. Phone: (732) 532-3955 - E-Mail: mary.ellen.elgart@us.army.mil
Micki La Forgia, President
E-Mail: monmouth_wid@yahoo.com
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