Scholarship to Chattanooga Girls Leadership Academy Graduate Kaitlin Newton

Monday, May 13, 2013 8:52 AM | Nancy Harrison (Administrator)

Executive Women International (EWI) of Chattanooga donated $1,000 to Chattanooga Girls Leadership Academy graduate Kaitlin Newton. Ms. Newton will continue her education this fall at Chattanooga State.

Since chartering in 1987, EWI of Chattanooga has contributed more than $170,000 in scholarships at area schools. This is the first time a high school student has been a recipient; historically the scholarships have been awarded to women already attending college. EWI of Chattanooga President Ani Yacoubian, of Yacoubian Tailors, says, "EWI representatives know the funds they donate make a real difference in the lives of local women; that's important to us. We recognize the good work CGLA is doing for our youth and we wish Kaitlin all the best. We're already planning our December meeting when Kaitlin will join us to celebrate her progress at Chattanooga State."

Connections, Careers and Community is the tagline of EWI, fulfilled through connection and promotion of member companies, career-enhancing professional development and community involvement. For more information about EWI or membership, please visit the chapter web site: ewichattanooga.org.

Established in 1938, EWI® is a non-profit organization with more than 2,500 member firms and 2,800 representatives in major cities throughout the United States and Canada. EWI brings members together to promote member firms, to enhance personal and professional development, and to encourage community involvement. As a premier organization for networking and leadership development for today's business professionals, EWI offers professional development through webinars and its Academy of Leadership, as well as scholarships and philanthropic initiatives with a focus on literacy. For more information, visit ewiconnect.com.

PICTURE ATTACHED

Left to right: Elaine Swafford, Ed.D., Director Chattanooga Girls Leadership Academy (CGLA); Kristina Smith, First Tennessee Bank; Delores Lewis, United Way of Greater Chattanooga; Kaitin Newton, EWI scholarship recipient; Nancy Harrison, Spicer Rudstrom, PLLC; Jennifer Fox, CGLA; Ani Yacoubian, Yacoubian Tailors

Edge - Management Tips - Women, Leadership is Focus of Forum April 18-20

Monday, April 01, 2013 4:11 PM | Nancy Harrison (Administrator)

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Executive Women International Spring Conference Is April 18-20

Monday, February 25, 2013 3:25 PM | Nancy Harrison (Administrator)

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EWI of Chattanooga announced it is hosting the international Spring Conference 2013 on April 18-20, at the historic Sheraton Read House Hotel. All area professionals are encouraged to attend and enjoy this year’s impressive lineup of guest speakers.

A few speakers at the conference include Dr. June Scobee Rodgers, “My Path Toward Leadership” and Lori Giovannoni, “Emotional Intelligence and Leadership, Making the Connection”. In addition, we have Dr. June Scobee Rodgers moderating the panelists group on “The Pros and Cons of Breaking the Glass Ceiling” on Saturday morning.

Panelists include:

Monique Prado Berke, Unum, VP, Investment Operations

Sue Culpepper, The University of Tennessee at Chattanooga, director, Finance for the Future

Dave Flessner, Times Free Press, Business editor

Lynda Childress Hawks, Corker Properties Management, COO and corporate officer

Dana B. Perry, Chambliss, Bahner & Stophel, P.C., president and managing shareholder

Kim H. White, River City Company, president/CEO

The theme of this year’s event is, “Leaders with Vision – All aboard to a positive future.” Non-members of EWI are welcome, and attendees can either purchase a full-weekend or Friday-only pass to attend Academy of Leadership. The Academy of Leadership will qualify for five EWI Professional Development Hours with certificates available.

Officials said, "Our membership ranges from entrepreneurs to small businesses to large corporations. We have a vast range of talented professionals in our network with a real commitment to civic responsibility. This event provides an excellent learning and networking opportunity for professionals of all ages."

EWI of Chattanooga will celebrate its 26th year as a chapter of the international organization. The chapter has over 60 member firms. EWI is a nonprofit that strives to connect diverse companies to promote business, enhance personal and professional development, and encourage community involvement.

The conference is open to the public. For more information, please contact EWI of Chattanooga at connections@ewichattanooga.org. One may also register for the event online at http://www.ewichattanooga.org/spring-conference.

Executive Women International of Chattanooga awards nine local women $21,000 in scholarships

Tuesday, February 12, 2013 1:48 PM | Nancy Harrison (Administrator)

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(From left to right) Alisha Stadden (UTC), Melissa Pierce (Chattanooga State), Rebecca Wilson (Chattanooga State), Pamela Fox (Southern Adventist University) and Melissa Mitchell (UTC) all won EWI scholarships. (Photo: Contributed)

Executive Women International of Chattanooga recently donated $12,000 to the Jean Bradford Memorial Endowment Fund at UTC, $6,000 to Chattanooga State and $3,000 to Southern Adventist University, money that was awarded to five local women who are students at the institutions.

All three institutions are member of EWI. The scholarships are specifically designated to make it easier for single mothers to go to college.

EWI began the tradition of donating money to be used for scholarships in 1996. Since chartering in 1987, EWI of Chattanooga has contributed more than $170,000 to scholarship donations at area schools.

"EWI representatives feel fortunate to have made a positive impact on their community through enriching the lives of local women," EWI of Chattanooga President Ani Yacoubian, of Yacoubian Tailors, said in a prepared statement.

"Connections, careers and community" is the tagline of EWI, fulfilled through connection and promotion of member companies, career-enhancing professional development and community involvement, officials said.

Executive Women International (EWI) of Chattanooga Assists Nine Local Women with $18,000 in Scholarship Donations

Tuesday, February 12, 2013 9:14 AM | Nancy Harrison (Administrator)

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:

Executive Women International (EWI) of Chattanooga Assists Nine Local Women with $18,000 in Scholarship Donations

Scholarship winners

Executive Women International (EWI) of Chattanooga recently continued a tradition started in 1996 by donating $12,000 to the Jean Bradford Memorial Endowment Fund at UTC, $6,000 to Chattanooga State and $3,000 to Southern Adventist University. All three institutions are member of EWI.

One of the nine scholarship winners stated, "When I started school, I had a lot of fear and a lot of negative voices telling me how I wasn't good enough. The EWI scholarship has been a real blessing to me. I don't feel alone anymore."

Another comments included, "Thank you for teaching me that with hard work and a little help, dreams are possible." "Thank you for helping me out when I needed it most." "Your words of encouragement meant so much to me." "EWI's support will help me towards my goal of a new life for my kids and me."

Since chartering in 1987, EWI of Chattanooga has contributed more than $170,000 to scholarship donations at area schools. The scholarships are specifically designated for single mothers. EWI of Chattanooga President Ani Yacoubian, of Yacoubian Tailors, says, "EWI representatives feel fortunate to have made a positive impact on their community through enriching the lives of local women."

Connections, Careers and Community is the tagline of EWI, fulfilled through connection and promotion of member companies, career-enhancing professional development and community involvement. For more information about EWI or membership, please visit the chapter web site: ewichattanooga.org.

Established in 1938, EWI® is a non-profit organization with more than 2,500 member firms and 2,800 representatives in major cities throughout the United States and Canada. EWI brings members together to promote member firms, to enhance personal and professional development, and to encourage community involvement. As a premier organization for networking and leadership development for today's business professionals, EWI offers professional development through webinars and its Academy of Leadership, as well as scholarships and philanthropic initiatives with a focus on literacy. For more information, visit ewiconnect.com.

PICTURE ATTACHED

Left to right: Alisha Stadden (UTC), Melissa Pierce (Chatt State), Rebecca Wilson (Chatt State), Pamela Fox (Southern Adventist) and Melissa Mitchell (UTC).

Not pictured: Dania Gray and Jessica Wiesel (Chatt State), Kim Miller and Megan Gray (Southern Adventist)

Executive Women International (EWI) of Chattanooga Reinforces Community Focus with $3,000 Scholarship to Southern Adventist University

Monday, February 04, 2013 2:43 PM | Nancy Harrison (Administrator)

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:

Executive Women International (EWI) of Chattanooga Reinforces Community Focus with $3,000 Scholarship to Southern Adventist University

SAU scholarship

Executive Women International (EWI) of Chattanooga recently donated $3,000 to Southern Adventist University. Since chartering in 1987, EWI of Chattanooga has contributed more than $170,000 to scholarship donations at area schools. The scholarships are specifically designated for single mothers.

EWI of Chattanooga President Ani Yacoubian, of Yacoubian Tailors, says, "EWI representatives feel fortunate to have made a positive impact on their community through enriching the lives of local women."

Connections, Careers and Community is the tagline of EWI, fulfilled through connection and promotion of member companies, career-enhancing professional development and community involvement. For more information about EWI or membership, please visit the chapter web site: ewichattanooga.org.

Established in 1938, EWI® is a non-profit organization with more than 2,500 member firms and 2,800 representatives in major cities throughout the United States and Canada. EWI brings members together to promote member firms, to enhance personal and professional development, and to encourage community involvement. As a premier organization for networking and leadership development for today's business professionals, EWI offers professional development through webinars and its Academy of Leadership, as well as scholarships and philanthropic initiatives with a focus on literacy. For more information, visitewiconnect.com.

Photo identification:

Front Row:

Megan Gray, SAU scholarship winner; Kathy Lee, Distefano Eye Center; Kristina Smith, First Tennessee Bank; Janelle Edmondson, SAU scholarship winner with son; Nancy Harrison, Spicer Rudstrom, PLLC

Back Row:

Gordon Bietz, SAU President; Bob Young, SAU Senior VP for Academic Administration; Christopher Carey, SAU VP for Advancement; Marc Grundy, SAU VP for Marketing and Enrollment Services; Emily Kurlinski, WSMC Classical 90.5; Bob Verrill, SAU Senior VP for Financial Administration

Not pictured: Kim Miller, SAU scholarship winner

Executive Women International Donates $3,000 To Southern Adventist University

Monday, February 04, 2013 2:09 PM | Nancy Harrison (Administrator)

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Executive Women International (EWI) of Chattanooga donated $3,000 to Southern Adventist University. Since chartering in 1987, EWI of Chattanooga has contributed more than $170,000 to scholarship donations at area schools. The scholarships are specifically designated for single mothers.

EWI of Chattanooga President Ani Yacoubian, of Yacoubian Tailors, says, "EWI representatives feel fortunate to have made a positive impact on their community through enriching the lives of local women.

Connections, Careers and Community is the tagline of EWI, fulfilled through connection and promotion of member companies, career-enhancing professional development and community involvement

Executive Women International Of Chattanooga Presents $18,000 In Scholarship Donations

Wednesday, November 07, 2012 4:04 PM | Kristina Smith (Administrator)

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Shown, from left to right, are John Delaney - UTC, Richard Brown – UTC, Catherine Cox, Lyndhurst Foundation, EWI, Chancellor Grady Bogue - UTC, Nancy Harrison, Spicer Rudstrom, PLLC, EWI, Laura Herron – UTC (in back), Ani Yacoubian, Yacoubian Tailors, EWI (in front), Terry Denniston – UTC, Barbara Verhine - UTC/EWI, Mary Tanner – UTC, Kristina Smith, First Tennessee Bank, EWI, Courtney Hoss – UTC, Deborah Arfken – UTC, Chuck Cantrell – UTC, Pat Branam – UTC, Kathy Lee, DiStefano Eye Center, EWI, Margaret Browning, Coca-Cola Bottling Company United, EWI

Executive Women International (EWI) of Chattanooga continued a tradition started in 1996 by donating $12,000 to the Jean Bradford Memorial Endowment Fund at UTC. The endowment was established in memory of Jean Bradford, executive assistant to then UTC Chancellor, Dr. Frederick Obear. Ms. Bradford, an EWI representative, passed away in 1995. EWI also contributed $6,000 to Chattanooga State.

EWI of Chattanooga President Ani Yacoubian, of Yacoubian Tailors, said, "EWI representatives feel fortunate to have made a positive impact on their community through enriching the lives of local women."

Since chartering in 1987, EWI of Chattanooga has contributed more than $170,000 to scholarship donations at area schools. The scholarships are specifically designated for single mothers.

Connections, Careers and Community is the tagline of EWI, fulfilled through connection and promotion of member companies, career-enhancing professional development and community involvement. For more information about EWI or membership, please visit the chapter web site: ewichattanooga.org.

Established in 1938, EWI is a non-profit organization with more than 2,500 member firms and 2,800 representatives in major cities throughout the United States and Canada. EWI brings members together to promote member firms, to enhance personal and professional development, and to encourage community involvement. As a premier organization for networking and leadership development for today's business professionals, EWI offers professional development through webinars and its Academy of Leadership, as well as scholarships and philanthropic initiatives with a focus on literacy. For more information, visit ewiconnect.com.

EWI Of Chattanooga Donates $6,000 Scholarship To Chattanooga State

Wednesday, November 07, 2012 12:37 PM | Kristina Smith (Administrator)

Shown, from left to right, first row, Kristina Smith, First Tennessee Bank; Dr. Jim Catanzaro, president of Chattanooga State; Ani Yacoubian, Yacubian Tailors; second row, Sharon Diegel, Miller & MartinPLLC; Margaret Browning, Coca-Cola Bottling Company; third row, Nancy Harrison, Spicer Rudstrom PLLC; Kathy Lee, DiStefano Eye Center; Catherine Cox, Lyndhurst Foundation; fourth row, Lisa Phillips, Chattanooga State; Suzanne Harris, Chattanooga State; and Michelle Withorn, EMJ Construction.

Executive Women International (EWI) of Chattanooga contributed a $6,000 scholarship to Chattanooga State Community College. Since chartering in 1987, EWI of Chattanooga has contributed more than $170,000 to scholarships at area schools. The scholarships are specially designed for single mothers.

Local EWI President Ani Yacoubian of Yacoubian Tailors said, “EWI representatives feel fortunate to have made a positive impact on their community through enriching the lives of local women.”

Established in 1938, EWI is a non-profit organization with more than 2,500 member firms and 2,800 representatives in major cities throughout the United States and Canada. EWI brings members together to promote member firms, enhance personal and professional development, and encourage community involvement. As a premier organization for networking and leadership development for today’s business professionals, EWI offers professional development through webinars and its Academy of Leadership, as well as scholarships and philanthropic initiatives with a focus on literacy.

Thus, EWI’s tagline, “Connections, Careers and Community,” is fulfilled through the connection and promotion of member companies, career-enhancing professional development and community involvement. For more information about EWI, visit ewiconnect.com. For local member information, visit the chapter website at ewichattanooga.org.

Executive Women International of Chattanooga donates $18,000 to local colleges

Tuesday, November 06, 2012 8:33 PM | Kristina Smith (Administrator)

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Executive Women International of Chattanooga donated $12,000 to the Jean Bradford Memorial Endowment fund at UTC.

The fund was established in memory of Jean Bradford, former executive assistant to the chancellor, who passed away in 1995.

An additional $6,000 was donated to Chattanooga State Community College.

“EWI representatives feel fortunate to have made a positive impact on their community through enriching the lives of local women,” Chattanooga chapter President Ani Yacoubain Tailors said in a prepared statement.

Since chartering in 1987, the Chattanooga chapter of the executive women's group has contributed more than $170,000 to scholarship donations at area schools. The scholarships are specifically designated for single mothers.

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