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July Newsletter

05 Jul 2015 4:24 AM | Ronnie Noize (Administrator)

WEO's Summer Social happens in July!

July 2015 Newsletter

July: WEO's Summer Social!

The Women Entrepreneurs Organization of SW Washington is delighted to announce our July Summer Social at the Cellar 55 Tasting Room! We've planned a very entertaining evening, with wine tasting and a pairings class, WEO women, plus a "morning after" themed Pot O'Gold as well as a visit from Vancouver's Mayor Tim Levitt. And if the weather is as nice as it has been lately, we might even be out on the patio, so it's gonna be a great party!!

Make Your Reservation Now
Remember to sign up for this meeting by July 8, because we have an early deadline this month, and cannot accept late registrations! Of course, if you are on the Standing Reservation list, or you signed up at the June meeting, you're all set, you smart girl.

June Meeting Report

WEO was honored to have Oregon wine industry icon Susan Sokol Blosser as our guest speaker, and we got to hear fascinating excerpts from her new book. She also had copies of her book for sale, and some of us were lucky enough to get personally autographed copies!

Our June Spotlight speakers did great jobs; we heard from Carrie Thomasof Transitions Nurse Life Care Planning and Julienne Valois of Ameriprise Financial (pictured above).

We had lovely gifts in our Pot O'Gold raffle, and POG coordinator Sam Mikelreported raising over $150 this month. Thank you for your generosity, ladies!

June Pot O'Gold Contributors:

Ronnie Noize, DIY Marketing Center
Kibbey Rock, Arbonne International
Donna Baxter, Enjo
Robin Giangrande, Wine Shop at Home
Katie Kramer, Kramer Insurance
Kate Singh, Aevum Images
Terri Klinski, Arbonne
Nicole Wubben, Silpada
Jessica Tatieze, Zara Clinic

Thank you to our guests: Barbara Haluschak, Ania Lomas, Marcia McReynolds, Jean Shaw, and Pamela Tuite. It was a pleasure meeting you ladies, and we hope to see you all back again soon as members!

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Discover how to make marketing that you do yourself faster, easier, and

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This issue:

·	June Meeting Report
·	Message from the President
·	Upcoming Events

Message from the President

WEO President Katie Kramer talks about some of her hottest July nights, explains what "icy poles" are, and more in this month's President's Letter.

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Welcome New WEO Members:

Robin LaCosse

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Summer Special

Members, have you got a friend who is ready to join WEO? Be sure to let her know that the Membership Committee has a fabulous special going on right now: Join now for only $129, and pay no more dues until October, 2016!

Sign up here.

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Coming Events

WEO Women on the Side [Coffee] on Thursday, July 9 at 10 a.m. at Latte Da Coffee House. There's no charge for members, but we want to know you're coming so please reserve your place here.

WEO July Summer Social on Wednesday, July 15 at 5:30 p.m. at the Cellar 55 Tasting Room. Register here.

WEO Women on the Side [Happy Hour] on Wednesday, August 19 at 4 p.m. at the Grant House. This is the ONLY WEO meeting in August.
Reserve here.

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Connect with Us!

·	WEO on Facebook
·	WEO's Facebook Group
·	WEO website
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NEW!! WEO's 2015 Summer Special Enrollment Offer

16 Jun 2015 5:04 PM | Ronnie Noize (Administrator)

Join WEO now for just $129, and your membership is paid through September 2016--that's up to 15 months for just $129!!

Membership includes a valuable business listing in our online directory, a chance to present your business in a Spotlight Speech during a meeting, specials deals and privileges for members only, plus preferred pricing at meetings and FREE access to our popular WEO Women on the Side Coffees and Happy Hours and more!

We strongly recommend that you visit us before applying (or at least check us out on our Facebook page or group), but at rates this good, why wait?

Join WEO here.

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WEO's June 2015 Newsletter

01 Jun 2015 12:43 PM | Ronnie Noize (Administrator)

What's happening at WEO in June!

June 2015 Newsletter

June: Susan Sokol Blosser

The Women Entrepreneurs Organization of SW Washington is thrilled to present Oregon wine industry pioneer and author Susan Sokol Blosser at our June meeting. Susan will share highlights and lessons learned from her amazing entrepreneurial journey as documented in her new book, "Letting Go: How One Entrepreneur Energized Her Business, Empowered the Next Generation and Embraced a Bold New Vision."

Spotlight Speakers for June
Don't you just love learning about WEO members? We've had some really great presentations lately, so you won't want to miss what's coming up! In June, we'll hear from Meredith McKell Graff of McKell Graff, PLLC, and Julienne Valois of Ameriprise Financial.

Have YOU had your seven minutes in the spotlight yet? See Spotlight Speaker coordinator Lynn Moses at the next meeting to schedule your spotlight presentation soon, because we want to hear from you!

Make Your Reservation Now
Remember to sign up for this meeting by June 10, because you'll save $5! Of course, if you are on the Standing Reservation list, or you signed up at the May meeting, you're all set, you lucky girl. No need to register twice; be sure to check to see if you're already registered on the June calendar.

May Meeting Report

Our first-ever Women's Health Forum in May was a success! Dr Mignon Cejalvo, Dr Pamela Jeanne, and Kathleen Hensch-Fleming (pictured above, left to right) shared their advice and strategies for women's vibrant health, and answered a ton of our questions. The feedback was so positive that we're thinking of making this a yearly event.

Our May Spotlight speakers Sam Mikel of Scott Michael & Associates, followed by Wendee Dineen and Pamela Hunter of Hilights Hair Studio, did fine jobs bringing us to speed on their businesses.

There were lots of gifts in our Pot O'Gold raffle, and POG coordinator Sam Mikel reported raising almost $200, which is huge. Thank you for your generosity, ladies!

May Pot O'Gold Contributors:

Edna Ness & Caitlin Wilson, InLight for Life
Katie Kramer, Kramer Insurance Group
Lynn Moses, Orchards Curves
Carol Keljo, Security Signs
Jodell Hinojosa, JoFoody
Meredith McKell Graff, McKell Graff PLLC
Brecia Kralovid-Logan, Spirited Success
Robin Giangrande, Wine Shop at Home
Nicole Wubben, Silpada Designs Jewelry
Kathleen Hensch-Fleming, Pacific Midwifery Services
Mignon Cejalvo, Priority Life Chiropractic

Thank you to our guests: Alexis Vizcaino, Connie Burgstahler, Grace LaConte, Kathleen Hensch-Fleming, Nancy Iverson, Pamela Jeanne, Richelle McMann, Sarah Spooner, and Susan Stokman. We hope to see you all back again soon as members!

WEO Marketplace

WineShop at Home – Private 6-bottle Wine Tastings $52

I pour on Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday eves & Sunday afternoons

WINE-CHEESE-FUN! 8-14 guests. Call Robin to schedule 843.743.3695

Super Sales Training for Women Entrepreneurs

Convenient lunch-time 7-week class begins June 11th at the DIY
Marketing Center. Freeepreview on Tuesday, June 4th at 12 noon.

			WEO Marketplace Advertising Member advertising in the newsletter and in the new WEO Marketplace on the website is here! Check out all the details in the Members area of the WEO website here. (Must be logged in to access this page.)

This issue:

·	May Meeting Report
·	Message from the President
·	Upcoming Events

Message from the President

WEO President Katie Kramer reveals secrets about her past that may surprise you--get all the dirt here in this month'sPresident's Letter.

WEO Welcomes New Members!

Twila Kay Heiselman

June Events

WEO Women on the Side [Coffee] on Thursday, June 11 at 10 a.m. at the Java House. There's no charge for members, but we'd love it if you reserved your place in advance here.

WEO Women on the Side [Happy Hour] on Thursday, June 25 at 4 p.m. at Flutes & Rocks in Camas. Save your place right here.

WEO June Meeting: Susan Sokol Blosser on Wednesday, June 17 at 5:30 p.m. at the Heathman. Register here.

Connect with Us!

·	WEO on Facebook
·	WEO's Facebook Group
·	WEO website
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Reminder: Register for WEO's May Meeting

12 May 2015 12:19 PM | Ronnie Noize (Administrator)

Are you already registered for WEO's May meeting? Over 40 members ARE already registered, and we hope you are, too! See the guest list here if you're not sure.

You're going to love WEO this month, because we've got something really special planned for you: OurWomen's Health Forum will feature WEO's own Mignon Cejalvo, plus two former WEOS: Pamela Jeanne and Kathleen Hensch-Fleming. We're also looking forward to spotlights by WEO members Sam Mikel of Scott Mikel & Associates, as well as a presentation from Wendee Dineen and Pamela Hunter of Hilights Salon. See all the meeting details here.

If you're not on the Standing Reservation list, or you missed last meeting, reserve your place now--we don't want you to have to pay the late rate! Reserve by 3 p.m. on Wednesday, May 13, 2015 to take advantage of early pricing. Why the time change? Because we have to finalize our dinner reservation at the Heathman on Wednesday, May 13th, so any change to the reservation list after that is officially "late". Late registration is available until Friday, May 15th. Register here now.

Can't wait to get together with your WEO sisters? The next WEO Women on the Side Coffee meeting is on Thursday, May 14th at the Java House in downtown Vancouver. Let us know you're coming here so we can look for you.

See you soon!

Sincerely,
The WEO Programs Committee

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WEO's May 2015 Newsletter

07 May 2015 9:56 AM | Ronnie Noize (Administrator)

What's happening at WEO in May and more!

May 2015 Newsletter

May: Women's Health Forum

The Women Entrepreneurs Organization of SW Washington is proud to present our first-ever Women's Health Forum at our May 2015 meeting. WEO's own DrMignon Cejalvo, along with former WEOs Dr Pamela Jeanne and Kathleen Hensch-Fleming, ARNP, will present timely and important need-to-know information on women's health and wellness, plus answer our questions.

Spotlight Speakers for May
Our member Spotlights are how we get to know our members, and this month we'll hear from Sam Mikel of Scott Mikel & Associates as well as membersPamela Hunter and Wendee Dineen of HiLights Hair Studio.

Check in with Spotlight Speaker coordinator Lynn Moses at the next meeting to schedule your spotlight presentation soon, because we want to get to know you and your business!

Make Your Reservation Now
If you are on the Standing Reservation list, or you signed up at the April meeting, you're all set for the next meeting, you smart girl. No need to register twice; you can check to see if you're already registered here. If you're not yet registered, please register right here now, because we want to see your smiling face at WEO in May! It's super easy, and you can pay at the door with a check, cash or your credit card.

See all the May meeting details (including the menu) here.

April Meeting Report

We had another wonderful meeting in April! Our Membership Committee welcomed five new members; pictured, left to right: Jayme Hayward, Cindy Horenstein,Brecia Kralovic-Logan, Membership Committee member Dawn Forlini, Julienne Valois and Robin Giangrande. Welcome, ladies!

We also enjoyed two lovely spotlights from members Jean Silver of Windermere Stellar and Ashley Vizcaino of Formal Flush. Then we were delighted by our our enthralling guest speaker Mindee Hardin, who shared her powerful story. Great night for speakers!

Pot O'Gold coordinator Sam Mikel reported raising well over $120 for our scholarship fund. Thank you for your generosity, ladies!

April Pot O'Gold Contributors:

Bethany Arzhanov, Tattoo Artist
Carol Keljo, Security Signs
Robin Giangrande, Wineshop at Home
Katie Kramer, Kramer Insurance Group
Brecia Kralovic-Logan, Spiritual Success Center
Terri Klinski, Arbonne
Wendee Dineen, HiLights Hair Studio
Meredith McKell Graff, McKell Graff PLLC
Katie m. Berggren, KmBerggren Art & Design

WE Care Project Needs YOU

WEO's WE Care Committee is once again asking us to open our hearts, our checkbooks and our schedules to bring joy to some 30-40 senior ladies with theWE Care's Mother's Day 2015 Flower Project. This will be WE Care's third year bringing flower arrangements to over-looked or forgotten mothers in cooperation with the Vancouver Housing Authority.

Please see how you can help (with money and/or time) on WE Care's Mother's Day 2015 Flower Project page on our website here.

Thank You to our Guests in April

Here's a big Thank You to our guests at the April meeting! It was great to meet first-time guests Twila Kaye, Jeannet Santiago, Alexis Vizcaino, and of course, our speaker Mindee Hardin. Hope we see you again!

It was lovely to see Jodi Blackwood and Lyn Delmastro again, and we hope to see both your names on WEO's member roster soon.

See more photos of the April meeting on Facebook!

WEO Marketplace

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Networking for Newbies Workshop on Friday, 5/8
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and build a stellar professional reputation at this fun workshop.
WEO Marketplace Advertising
Member advertising in the newsletter and in the new WEO Marketplace on the website is here! Check out all the details in the Members area of the WEO website here. (Must be logged in to access this page.)

This issue:

·	April Meeting Report
·	Message from the President
·	Upcoming Events

Message from the President

WEO President Katie Kramer talks about the history of typewriters, women in business and racing in her monthlyPresident's Letter. If you scroll down to the bottom of that page, you'll find a link to her Old Sailor Proverbs.

WEO Welcomes New Members!

Robin Giangrande
Stephanie Fisher

May Events

WEO Women on the Side [Coffee] on Thursday, May 14 at 10 a.m. at the Java House. Please join us! Sign up here.

WEO Women on the Side [Happy Hour] on Thursday, May 28 at 4 p.m. at the Main Event Eastside. Reserve your place here so you get a reminder.

WEO May Meeting: Women's Health Forum on Wednesday, May 20 at 5:30 p.m. at the Heathman. Register here.

Connect with Us!

·	WEO on Facebook
·	WEO's Facebook Group
·	WEO website

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Mother's Day Flower Project Needs Your Help!

28 Mar 2015 11:51 AM | Ronnie Noize (Administrator)

Ladies, Debra Wilson made an impassioned plea at the March meeting for your support for WEO's annual Mother's Day Flowers Project. We need both financial support as well your help arranging the flowers and delivering them. See all the details on WE Care's Mother's Day Flower Project Page here.

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Are you already registered for WEO's March meeting?

10 Mar 2015 8:49 PM | Ronnie Noize (Administrator)

Are you already registered for WEO's March meeting? See the guest list here if you're not sure.

You're going to want to be at WEO this month, because we've got a great meeting planned, including a valuable presentation by Shell Tain on How to Talk to Your Prospects & Clients About Money. We'll also enjoy spotlights on two members (Jessica Tatieze and Carol Parker Walsh) plus we have a visit from Kelly Love of the Greater Vancouver Chamber of Commerce introducing a valuable new resource for women entrepreneurs (that's us!).

WOW--all this AND bread pudding on the menu! See all the meeting details here.

Please reserve your place now so we have enough room for everyone to be comfortable, and because we don't want you to have to pay the late rate. Reserve by midnight on Wednesday, March 11, 2015 to take advantage of early pricing. Late registration is available until Friday, March 13th. Register here now.

Can't wait to hang with your WEO sisters? The next WEO Women on the Side Coffee meeting is on Thursday, March 12th. Reserve your spot here.

See you soon!

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WEO's March Newsletter is here

02 Mar 2015 12:19 PM | Ronnie Noize (Administrator)

WEO's March Newsletter went out yesterday. Not on our mailing list? We can fix that here:http://weowa.org/Newsletter

What's happening at WEO in March and more!

March 2015 Newsletter

March: Shell Tain on Talking about Money

The Women Entrepreneurs Organization of SW Washington is proud to present keynote speaker Shell Tain's presentation "How to Talk to Your Prospects & Clients About Money" at our March 2015 meeting.

As a money coach, Shell talks to a lot of women entrepreneurs about money, and she says that many of us get tied up in knots when the conversation turns to money. Shell will explain that that is, what we can do about it, and will share some really effective techniques to make those conversations about money much easier, so come and learn how to untangle the money knot with your prospects and your clients with Shell.

Special Guest in March
We'll enjoy the company of a special visitor in March: Kelly Love, CEO of the Greater Vancouver Chamber of Commerce, will be on hand to share exciting news about a wonderful new resource in Clark County for women entrepreneurs.

Spotlight Speakers for March
Don't you just love learning about WEO members? We've had some really great presentations lately, so you won't want to miss what's coming up! In March, we'll hear from Jessica Tatieze of Zara Clinic and Carol Parker Walsh of Evolve Image Consulting.

Have YOU had your seven minutes in the spotlight yet? See Spotlight Speaker coordinator Lynn Moses at the next meeting to schedule your spotlight presentation soon, because we want to hear from you!

Make Your Reservation Now
Remember to sign up for this meeting by March 11, because you'll save $5! Of course, if you are on the Standing Reservation list, or you signed up at the February meeting, you're all set, you lucky girl. No need to register twice; be sure to check to see if you're already registered on the March calendar.

February Meeting Report

Another good meeting in February! The Membership Committee (Dawn Forlini) put us all in a great mood by handing out hundreds of dollars in prizes from the membership contest, and we had two excellent spotlights: Mary Burger of ComputerDiva, followed by the dynamic duo of Rachel Treasure and Eva Metcalf of e-Cyclewise. Great job, ladies!

The keynote presentation by Jodi Blackwood on business etiquette was eye-opening and fun. (Who expected to laugh so hard?)

There were lots of gifts in our Pot O'Gold raffle, and POG coordinator Sam Mikel reported raising well over $100. Thank you for your generosity, ladies!

February Pot O'Gold Contributors:

Meredith McKell Graff, Young Living
Sam Mikel, Scott Mikel & Associates
Carol Keljo, Security Signs
Donna Baxter, Enjo
Sandy Cereghino, Sandy's Signs Designs
Terri Klinski, Arbonne
Jodi Blackwood
Katie m Berggren, Katie m Berggren art & design

Thank you to our guests: Wendee Dineen, Cindy Horenstein, Pamela Hunter,

Julienne Valois, and of course, our speaker Jodi Blackwood.

Pictured: Jodi Blackwood photo by Dawn Forlini.

WEO Marketplace

Super Sales Training for Women Entrepreneurs
Convenient lunch-time 7-week class begins March 17th at the DIY
Marketing Center. Free preview on Tuesday, March 10 at 12 noon.

			WEO Marketplace Advertising Member advertising in the newsletter and in the new WEO Marketplace on the website is here! Check out all the details in the Members area of the WEO website here. (Must be logged in to access this page.)

This issue:

·	February Meeting Report
·	Message from the President
·	Upcoming Events

Message from the President

WEO President Katie Kramer's monthlyPresident's Letter is timely and inspiring! Read it here.

WEO Welcomes New Members!

Jayme Hayward
Cindy Horenstein
Cecilia Nixon
Carrie Thomas
Ashley Vizcaino

March Events

WEO Women on the Side [Coffee] on Thursday, March 12 at 10 a.m. at Brewed Awakenings. See who is already registered andsign up here.

WEO Women on the Side [Happy Hour] on Thursday, March 26 at 4 p.m. at the Grant House. Reserve your place here.

WEO March Meeting: How to Talk to Your Clients & Prospects About Money on Wednesday, March 18 at 5:30 p.m. at the Heathman. Register here.

Connect with Us!

·	WEO on Facebook
·	WEO's Facebook Group
·	WEO website
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WEO Business Toolbox Goes Virtual!

15 Feb 2015 9:51 AM | Ronnie Noize (Administrator)

WEO's first virtual Business Toolbox features our own Technology Chair Mary Burger of ComputerDiva. Mary shares important information about keeping your computer and electronic devices safe from viruses and malware here.

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NEW! WEO Marketplace Opens March 1

15 Feb 2015 9:49 AM | Ronnie Noize (Administrator)

The new WEO Marketplace is the place to find products, services, events and information offered by the members of the Women Entrepreneurs Organization of SW Washington.

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