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Congratulation, Latanya Gater!We are excited to announce that in January 2023, our friend and member Latanya Gater was elected to be the first African American woman School Board President of Dearborn Heights District #7.
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Congratulations, Attorney Ellen Lipton!We are thrilled to report that our friend and member was recently elected by members of the Board of
Education to serve as Co-President. Ellen served as former State House of Representatives and was recognized as Legislator of the year-MIRS New Service. |
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Congratulations, Judge Linda S. Hallmark!
We learned today that Judge Linda S. Hallmark, WONder Woman and friend of the WON Foundation was appointed as the chief judge of the Oakland County Probate Court by the Michigan Supreme Court, for the fourth time in her illustrious career.
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Congratulation, Lisa Brown!
We are happy to report that our friend, member and Oakland County Clerk and Register of Deeds, Lisa Brown, has been named chair of the Michigan Association of County Clerks District 5. Read more about this just announced news in this Oakland Press article by Kathy Blake and published January 20, 2022. |
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Thank you, Representative
Brenda Lawrence! After three decades of public service, culminating in four terms as the Congressional Representative for Michigan's 14th District, Congressman Brenda Lawrence announced on January 4th that she will not seek another term. We pause to say thank you, Brenda, for your steadfast dedication to public service, for years of leadership and for being a trailblazer and role model for so many.
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October 1, 2021
It is with great sorrow that we note the passing of longtime WON member, Hon. Andrea Schroeder. Andrea was the State Representative for the 43rd District which covers Clarkston, Clintonville and Waterford Township and was the majority whip for the House Republican Caucus. A former WON board member, Andrea was a recent speaker at our January 2021 Networking Breakfast sharing her wisdom and experience on how to work collaboratively to pass legislation to serve the people of Michigan. Andrea was joined by two other strong women leaders on a panel of speakers at this breakfast. One of those, Anne Mervenne, shared this thought upon hearing of Andrea’s passing yesterday (10-01-21), “Andrea had an exuberant joy for life which was a gift to me and all who knew her. Her resilience was a testament to the love she had for her family and for life. I will never forget her.” The other speaker, fellow State Representative, Mari Manoogian, added her own remembrance of Andrea, saying “Rep. Schroeder, whom I affectionately called ‘Auntie Andrea,’ was a true gem of a friend. She was not only someone I learned from as a young legislator—she served in a variety of capacities before she was elected to the statehouse—she was incredibly hilarious and had a great sense of humor. She was a fighter—I miss Auntie Andrea already. “ Andrea was a dear friend, a colleague, and a strong advocate for seeing more women in leadership roles in the public sector. She led by example. We will miss Andrea Schroeder and continue to be motivated by her example. We are deeply saddened by her passing and our hearts go out to her family, friends and colleagues. Link to Andrea Schroeder’s brief biography Free Press article about Andrea Schroeder upon her passing. |
Congratulations to our very own "Notable Woman in the Law!"
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We are thrilled to share news about one of our own, Layne Sakwa, who has been names a Notable Woman in Law 2021 by Crain's Detroit Business. According to Crain's, Notable Women in the Law "are mentors, champions and beacons of their community," which we know to be true of Layne and are very happy that she is being recognized for her outstanding work, dedicated service and leadership. Read the article published on April 21, 2021: |
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"9 Pontiac longtime community leaders honored for Black History Month"
( and one is our longtime friend, member and WONder Woman, Cynthia Walker! )
( and one is our longtime friend, member and WONder Woman, Cynthia Walker! )
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In an article by Natalie Broda in The Oakland Press, Judge Cynthia Walker is one of the nine leaders highlighted. Here is an excerpt: "Walker is one of four judges serving on Pontiac's 50th District Court. She began her judgeship in 2003 and was appointed chief judge in 2010. She’s been named a Michigan District Judge of the Year and has served on the Oakland County Bar Association board of directors as chair and vice chair. She sits now on a domestic violence advisory council for Centro Multicultural La Familia. Walker has also volunteered to assist youth with mock trials and speak at schools and churches about truancy." [February 26, 2021] |
Dr. Sheryl Mitchell Theroit earns Community Builder Award!
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Congratulations, Sheryl!
Lathrup Village, MI – Lathrup Village City Administrator Dr. Sheryl L. Mitchell Theriot was recently honored with the Community Builder Award by the Michigan Municipal League. A WONF Board Member and WONder Woman, Sheryl was recognized for her ongoing work in building vibrant and inclusive communities. See Crystal Proxmire's article in the Oakland County Times with the full story and links to video interviews with Sheryl. January 2021 |
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Six Women Share Honors and Advice As they Depart Elected Positions
Our Celebratory Toast on Friday, December 4th was a great success and it was an honor to thanks and highlight six members for their public service. The members retiring from their elected positions were Jacqueline El Sayed, Eileen Pulker, Jan Roncelli, Keisha Speech, Shelley Taub and Cynthia von Oeyen. You can read all about the event in an article by member, Sherry Wells, in the Oakland County Times, published on
December 09, 2020.
December 09, 2020.
Hon. Tina Barton, quoted in a front page article in the New York Times
We are proud to have among our members several City and one County Clerk. And today, November 29, 2020, one of them appears in an article on the front page of the Sunday New York Times. The Clerk mentioned in the article is Tina Barton, City Clerk, Rochester Hills, Michigan. The article highlights the important work done by Clerks here in Michigan and all over the United States, that assures that our electoral process, so key to our democracy, runs smoothly.
November 29, 2020
We are proud to have among our members several City and one County Clerk. And today, November 29, 2020, one of them appears in an article on the front page of the Sunday New York Times. The Clerk mentioned in the article is Tina Barton, City Clerk, Rochester Hills, Michigan. The article highlights the important work done by Clerks here in Michigan and all over the United States, that assures that our electoral process, so key to our democracy, runs smoothly.
November 29, 2020
"Grafstein reflects on new role as mayor of Madison Heights"
This is the title of an article that appeared on August 20, 2020 in C and G News, discussing some of the challenges facing the new Mayor of Madison Heights, our friend and long-standing member, Roslyn Grafstein.
Congratulations, Roslyn!
This is the title of an article that appeared on August 20, 2020 in C and G News, discussing some of the challenges facing the new Mayor of Madison Heights, our friend and long-standing member, Roslyn Grafstein.
Congratulations, Roslyn!
Announcing the special appointment of two members to a special taskforce
June 12, 2020
Congratulation to Nancy Quarles and Geri Rinschler.
Both women are active members in the WONF and both were selected to serve on the new Oakland County Study Group to help assure sale and secure elections in 2020. Commissioner Nancy Quarles will Chair the 9-member Advisory Council.
Both women are active members in the WONF and both were selected to serve on the new Oakland County Study Group to help assure sale and secure elections in 2020. Commissioner Nancy Quarles will Chair the 9-member Advisory Council.
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Below is an excerpt from an article, titled "Oakland County Forming Study Group to Ensure Sale and Secure Elections During Pandemic," which was written by Mark Cavitt and appeared in the Oakland Press.
A new study group will make recommendations to ensure Oakland County voters and election workers are protected during the upcoming elections. The 9-member Oakland County Safe, Healthy, and Secure Elections Advisory Council will be responsible for making recommendations to the Oakland County Board of Commissioners on ways to protect voters and election workers while assisting local communities as they prepare to hold elections in August and November during the COVID-19 pandemic. County Commissioner Nancy Quarles (D-Southfield) will chair the advisory council. In addition to Quarles, the nine-member advisory council includes:
Woodward is requesting the first recommendations be submitted by the end of June, so there is time for the board to take action and make resources available for the August primary of Michigan... Link to full article [ https://www.theoaklandpress.com/news/oakland-county-forming-study-group-to-ensure-safe-and-secure-elections-during-pandemic/article_ccd53af2-acd3-11ea-a148-fb1422f2aee3.html ] |
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A note to congratulate our Administrator, Monique Magee, named
Wolverine Lake Citizen of the Year!
We are so pleased to see our member and Administrator acknowledged for the work she does in her own community as a volunteer and good neighbor and friend. Read more about the award here.
"Magee honored as Wolverine Lake Citizen of the Year," Spinal Column Newspaper, February 19, 2020, by Anne Seebaldt, staff writer.
"Magee honored as Wolverine Lake Citizen of the Year," Spinal Column Newspaper, February 19, 2020, by Anne Seebaldt, staff writer.
Announcing Honors for Two of OUR OWN!!
Event dates, Feb. 7th and 8th
Congratulations Sheryl and Geri!!
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WONF President, Sheryl Mitchell, is shown with Dr. Harry Bonner and Elizabeth Carey at the presentation held at Albion College on February 7, 2020. We are thrilled to announce that our President, Dr. Sheryl Mitchell is being honored with the creation of an eponymous award – the Dr. Mitchell Servant Leadership Award. This award wil be given annually by the Albion-based Substance Abuse Prevention Services and Kids at Hope Program, to a person who has demonstrated an outstanding and transformative leadership style by using her Heart, Head, Hands, and Habits in her professional life to serve and help others. The first recipient of the award is Elizabeth Carey, President and CEO of Starr Commonwealth.
WONF Secretary, Geri Rinschler, is holding the portrait created by an 11th grade Birmingham student and presented to her in a ceremony hosted at the Townsend in Birmingham. The Birmingham Schools Education Foundation presented Geri with its Legacy Award in recognition of her dedicated public support of youth and community. Please join us in congratulating WON Foundation Secretary, Geri Rinschler who will be awarded the Birmingham Education Foundation’s Legacy Award in recognition of her years of dedicated service to Birmingham Public Schools, including serving as a school board member, BEF trustee and now a member of the character education steering committee. |
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Students Campaign to Make Monarch Butterfly the State Insect
November 14, 2019
This article, written by Andy Kozlowski, appeared in the West Bloomfield Beacon
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WEST BLOOMFIELD — About 125 second grade students at a local elementary school are on a quest to make the monarch butterfly the official state insect.
The students attend Gretchko Elementary School, located at 5300 Greer Road in West Bloomfield Township, part of the West Bloomfield School District. In recent months they’ve been writing letters to Michigan lawmakers, believing that the monarch butterfly’s survival could benefit from the boost in awareness that would come with being Michigan’s official state insect. Currently, Michigan is one of only two states that does not have its own state insect. |
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In response, state Sen. Rosemary Bayer and state Rep. Brenda Carter are currently sponsoring two bills, Senate Bill 581 and House Bill 4467, which would give the monarch butterfly this special classification, joining six other states that, like Michigan, are on the monarch’s migration path. The two lawmakers visited the students at Gretchko Elementary on Nov. 1 to discuss with them what happens next in the legislative process. They also collected additional letters from the students to be delivered to lawmakers who are still on the fence on the issue, and the students even performed a song about the butterfly.
Click here to read the full story.
Click here to read the full story.
Oakland County Election Results -- Nov. 5, 2019
Nov. 6, 2019
Congratulations!
Please join us in congratulating all the women who were elected to office in Oakland County Michigan on November 5, 2019. Thank you, also, to all those women who ran but were not successful in this election cycle. We can't win ever race but we can't win any race without trying!
Please join us in congratulating all the women who were elected to office in Oakland County Michigan on November 5, 2019. Thank you, also, to all those women who ran but were not successful in this election cycle. We can't win ever race but we can't win any race without trying!
Women Elected in Oakland County on November 5, 2019
First, our Members!!
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Ann Erickson Gault - Troy Council
Roslyn Grafstein - Mayor Pro Tem Madison Heights Council Marian McClellan - Oak Park City Mayor Patricia Paruch - Royal Oak Council Natalie Price - Berkley Council Edna Abrahim - Troy City Council Mary Jo Ahern - Auburn Hills Library Board Casey Ambrose - Walled Lake Council Nancy Banks - Southfield Council Vicki Barnett - Farmington Hills City Mayor Jackie Boleware - Farmington Hills Council Sara Bowman - Farmington Council Theresa Brooks - Elected Troy Council Kat Bruner James - Ferndale Council Laura Casey - Novi Council Kymm Clark - Madison Heights Council Bridget Dean - Berkley Council Lisa Dilg - South Lyon Council Julie Edgar - Oak Park Council Mykale Garrett - Lathrup Village Council Delores Grant - Wixom Library Board Tia Gronlund-Fox - Wixom Council Amanda H. Keighley - Rochester Council |
Anne Kucher - Rochester Hill Library Board
Margaret Kurtzweil - South Lyon Council Raylon Leaks-May - Ferndale City Council Tamra Loch - Walled Lake Council Therese Longe - Birmingham Commission Laura McNew - Lake Angelus Council Laura Mikulski - Ferndale Council Beverly A. Miller - Auburn Hills Library Board Barbara A. Moroski-Browne - Northville Council Tawnay L. Morris - Southfield Council Theresa Mungioli - Rochester Hills Council Mary Newlin - Farmington Hills Council Ann Perry - Pleasant Ridge Commission Ann Peterson - Rochester Council Kathy Phillips - Clawson Council Melaine C. Piana - Ferndale City Mayor Marilyn Price - Northville Council Eleanor L. Reynolds - Auburn Hills Library Board Emily Rohrbach - Madicon Heights Council Veronica Simmons - Wixom Library Council Reese Kimberly Scripture - City of Clawson Mayor Donna P. Stallings - Lathrup Village Council Cheryl A. Verbke - Auburn Hills Council |
Former MAC President Taub Appointed to NACo Board
July 23, 2019
We are happy to share this news about one of our own, The Honorable Shelley Goodman Taub.
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The article, written by Derek Melot appears on the Michigan Association of Countires (MAC) website, here: https://micounties.org/former-mac-board-president-taub-appointed-to-naco-board/
An exerpt from the article follows. Double click the link above to read the full article. Oakland County Commissioner Shelley Goodman Taub, who served as president of the MAC Board in 2016-17, was appointed to the Board of the National Association of Counties (NACo) during NACo’s recent Annual Conference. |
At the same event, Taub also was re-appointed as chair of NACo’s Arts and Culture Commission and vice chair of its Human Services and Education Steering Committee.
“I am honored to have been reappointed to these leadership roles,” Taub stated in an Oakland County release. “I look forward to building on the work that we’ve already accomplished and continuing to address important issues that impact all of us.”
“I am honored to have been reappointed to these leadership roles,” Taub stated in an Oakland County release. “I look forward to building on the work that we’ve already accomplished and continuing to address important issues that impact all of us.”
Oakland County Honors Women’s Right to Vote
June 14, 2019
This article appeared in the Oakland County Times, written by Crystal Proxmire
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Pontiac, MI- Delia Bixby Leddick would wait until her grandchildren got home from school on election days so she could take them with her to the polls to watch. These memories came to County Commissioner Gwen Markham of Novi’s mind when she was invited to be among the speakers at a celebration honoring the 100th anniversary of women’s suffrage in the United States.
Markham’s grandmother was born in 1891. In 1911 she and other young women in the graduating class of St. John’s wrote about a topic of debate at the time – why women should be allowed to vote. She was 28 years old before she was able to cast her first ballot. She never forgot how important that right was, and she never let her family forget either. The Friday morning anniversary ceremony was held on the lawn of the County Commission building, with a giant gold, white, and purple flag draped down the building’s facade. Read the full article here: [ http://oaklandcounty115.com/2019/06/14/oakland-county-honors-womens-right-to-vote/ ] |
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Team Roslyn Grafstein, Raising Money to End All Cancers
May 5, 2019
We congratulate one of our own! Congratulations, Roslyn Grafstein.
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Roslyn was asked to participate in this year's Leukemia & Lymphoma Society (LLS) Woman of the Year Campaign and rose to the occasion. She raised $48,787 dollars, coming in second to the winner, Ms. Julie Barnes Maurer in this annual fundraising challenge.
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Author Anne Doyle Speaks of “Springboard Moment” for Women
April 10, 2019
This article by Crystal A. Proxmire, which appears in the Oakland County Times, is about the talk given by our speaker, Anne Doyle at the March 29, 2019 Networking Breakfast.
Here is an excerpt from the article. Double click the link above to read the full article!
Three generations of women have experienced gender stereotypes and inequalities in different ways, and “Powering Up” author Anne Doyle spent a recent Friday morning speaking to a room of female civic leaders and the people who encourage them about how to work across those generations to further women’s rights. |
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Press Release
March 8, 2019
We are proud to share news about one of our members who is being honored by her alma mater today.
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The University of Detroit Mercy School of Law will host a portrait unveiling of alumna and Oakland County Circuit Court Judge Denise K. Langford Morris . The official portrait, by artist Henry Heading, is the School’s first of a woman and an African-American. It will be permanently displayed in the halls of Detroit Mercy Law.
Here is an excerpt from the announcement about this honor. For the full article, here is the website: http://www.law.udmercy.edu/news/judge-langford-morris-portrait.php "For 26 years, Morris has served on the Oakland County Circuit Court, the first African-American jurist on the bench. Previously, she was an assistant U.S. attorney, civil division, an assistant Oakland County prosecutor, and a trial attorney in private practice specializing in insurance defense. She worked for the Michigan Department of Social Services as a protective services worker while attending law school. She graduated from Detroit Mercy Law in 1982 and is a member of the University’s Board of Trustees. |
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In 2018, she received the Women Lawyers Association of Michigan (WLAM) Mary S. Coleman Award, a prestigious honor bestowed annually to a Michigan judge who inspires and mentors women in the profession. In 2017, Detroit Mercy Law honored her with the Time and Talent Award, which is presented annually to an alumnus who has dedicated their time and talent to supporting the success of students, the School, and fellow graduates. She is also a founding member of the D. Augustus Straker Bar Association, an organization of diverse attorneys which has helped promote legal practice opportunities for people of color for nearly 30 years.
“Judge Langford Morris has made a tremendous impact on our community through her commitment to public service and dedication to mentoring students and graduates. We are proud to present her with this well-deserved honor, and we commend our students’ leadership in making this portrait a reality,” said Detroit Mercy Law Dean Phyllis L. Crocker. “Judge Langford Morris’ portrait will serve as an inspiration for our students for years to come and exemplify our School’s longstanding commitment to service and diversity.”
“Judge Langford Morris has made a tremendous impact on our community through her commitment to public service and dedication to mentoring students and graduates. We are proud to present her with this well-deserved honor, and we commend our students’ leadership in making this portrait a reality,” said Detroit Mercy Law Dean Phyllis L. Crocker. “Judge Langford Morris’ portrait will serve as an inspiration for our students for years to come and exemplify our School’s longstanding commitment to service and diversity.”
Women won at the ballot box in big numbers yesterday.
November 7, 2018
We salute all the women across America who were elected yesterday and wish them great success in their new or renewed roles. Closer to home we want to offer a special CONGRATULATIONS to our own members who won their elections yesterday!!
Congratulations Barb Anness, for again winning a seat on the Rochester Community School District Board!
Congratulations Rosemary Bayer, for winning a State Senate seat for the 12th District of Michigan!
Congratulations Brenda Carter, for winning a State Representative seat for the 29th District of Michigan!
Contratulations Marcia Gershenson, for again winning a County Commission seat representing the 13th District!
Congratulation Eileen Pulker, for again winning your race to be the Clerk for the Village of Franklin!
Congratulations Andrea Schroeder, for again winning a State Representative seat for the 43rd District of Michigan!
Congratulations Shelley Taub, for again winning a County Commission seat representing the 12th District!
And we would also like to thank two other members who stepped-up and ran for office but were not elected this year:
Thank you, Ann Erickson Gault and Cherie Hoorigan-Happy.
We congratulate you both for standing for office, working hard and running strong campaigns. According to Robert G. Ingersoll, the greatest test of courage on Earth is to bear defeat without losing heart.
Congratulations Barb Anness, for again winning a seat on the Rochester Community School District Board!
Congratulations Rosemary Bayer, for winning a State Senate seat for the 12th District of Michigan!
Congratulations Brenda Carter, for winning a State Representative seat for the 29th District of Michigan!
Contratulations Marcia Gershenson, for again winning a County Commission seat representing the 13th District!
Congratulation Eileen Pulker, for again winning your race to be the Clerk for the Village of Franklin!
Congratulations Andrea Schroeder, for again winning a State Representative seat for the 43rd District of Michigan!
Congratulations Shelley Taub, for again winning a County Commission seat representing the 12th District!
And we would also like to thank two other members who stepped-up and ran for office but were not elected this year:
Thank you, Ann Erickson Gault and Cherie Hoorigan-Happy.
We congratulate you both for standing for office, working hard and running strong campaigns. According to Robert G. Ingersoll, the greatest test of courage on Earth is to bear defeat without losing heart.
You are cordially invited to a Swearing-In Ceremony
Saturday, January 26, 2019
Four Stories of Service from the 2018 WONder Woman Awards
September 27, 2018
(Crystal A. Proxmire, writing for the OAKLAND COUNTY TIMES)
Troy, MI- The first column Rochelle Riley ever wrote was for the Courier-Journal newspaper in Louisville, KY. In it she called out city leaders for failing to honor hometown icon Muhammad Ali by letting his boyhood home deteriorate and not having a museum in his honor. The next day the mayor’s office called the publication, and the next headline touted a promise that an appropriate honor would happen. Sure enough, the column sparked a campaign for an $80 million development that included a museum and bared the famous boxer’s name.
“The first column that I wrote when I came to Detroit called for the schools to be shut down and reopened under new management,” Riley said. “18 years later I’m still writing the same column.” She noted the poor literacy rates of students and the importance of good education, topics she has passionately advocated for in her work.
Her talent for writing that, as she said, “riles people up,” as well as her commitment to uplifting others are what earned Riley one of four WONder Woman Awards at the Women Official’s Network annual dinner Thursday night. ..
Read the full article here: [ http://oaklandcounty115.com/2018/09/28/four-stories-of-service-from-the-2018-wonder-woman-awards/ ]
“The first column that I wrote when I came to Detroit called for the schools to be shut down and reopened under new management,” Riley said. “18 years later I’m still writing the same column.” She noted the poor literacy rates of students and the importance of good education, topics she has passionately advocated for in her work.
Her talent for writing that, as she said, “riles people up,” as well as her commitment to uplifting others are what earned Riley one of four WONder Woman Awards at the Women Official’s Network annual dinner Thursday night. ..
Read the full article here: [ http://oaklandcounty115.com/2018/09/28/four-stories-of-service-from-the-2018-wonder-woman-awards/ ]
Press Release
September 21, 2018
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Women Officials Network Foundation – QUARTERLY NETWORKING BREAKFAST - Oct. 5, 2018
Speakers – MI Secretary of State Candidates
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Contact info:
Monique D. Magee Administrator -- Woman Officials Network Foundation [Mobile: 248.245.4500] Monique.Magee@gmail.com September 21, 2018 - The nonprofit, nonpartisan Women Officials Network Foundation hosts quarterly networking breakfasts for anyone interested in helping us accomplish our mission to promote and support women leaders in the public sector, empowering leaders of today and mentoring leaders of tomorrow. We invite speakers who have lessons to offer woman curious about or already serving in the public sector who can learn from colleagues in the field. The speakers for our October 5th Networking Breakfast are two such accomplished women, Jocelyn Benson and Mary Treder Lang. They are both running to be the next Michigan Secretary of State and have interesting ideas about elections in general and this one in particular. They will share the paths that brought them to this race as well as the goals they have for the office they seek. We provide time after the talk for questions and broader discussion. WHEN: Friday, October 5, 2018 at 7:30 am (wrapping up by 9:00 am) WHERE: Doyle Center in Bloomfield Hills [7273 Wing Lake Road, Bloomfield Hills, MI 48301] TICKETS: Members ($20), Non-Members ($25) – Buy in advance on our website, here or at the door with cash or check. The Women Officials Network Foundation is a 501(c)(3) tax exempt organization. |
Jocelyn Benson
Mary Treder Lang
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Press Release
September 8, 2018
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
WONder Woman Awards 2018
Contact info:
Deb Macon, WONder Woman Banquet Committee
248-425-4111
Won.foundation@outlook.com
September 8, 2018 - The Women Officials Network Foundation will honor four extraordinary women at the WONder Woman Awards banquet September 27, 2018 at 5:30 PM at the San Marino Club in Troy, MI. The award honors women who have improved the quality of life in Michigan through their civic, philanthropic and professional accomplishments. This year marks the 34rd celebration of the WONder Woman Awards Banquet and many past honorees will attend. The 2018 WONder Woman honorees are:
« Honorable Jessica Cooper, Oakland County Prosecutor
« Rochelle Riley, Author and Detroit Free Press Journalist
« Honorable Cynthia von Oeyen, President, Bloomfield Hills Schools Board of Education
« Honorable Dierdre Waterman, Mayor, City of Pontiac
Each WONder Woman honoree excels in the following areas:
The Women Officials Network Foundation is a nonprofit nonpartisan organization. The WON Foundation envisions more women in prominent leadership positions at all levels of government. Funds raised from this event will –
For reservations to attend the WONder Woman Awards Banquet on September 27, 2018, email e.siewert@wayne.edu or call Coco Siewert at 248.642.7024. Reservations may be purchased here as well. The Women Officials Network Foundation is a 501(c)(3) tax exempt organization.
For sponsorship information, email eileenpulker@gmail.com or review this page on our site.
Deb Macon, WONder Woman Banquet Committee
248-425-4111
Won.foundation@outlook.com
September 8, 2018 - The Women Officials Network Foundation will honor four extraordinary women at the WONder Woman Awards banquet September 27, 2018 at 5:30 PM at the San Marino Club in Troy, MI. The award honors women who have improved the quality of life in Michigan through their civic, philanthropic and professional accomplishments. This year marks the 34rd celebration of the WONder Woman Awards Banquet and many past honorees will attend. The 2018 WONder Woman honorees are:
« Honorable Jessica Cooper, Oakland County Prosecutor
« Rochelle Riley, Author and Detroit Free Press Journalist
« Honorable Cynthia von Oeyen, President, Bloomfield Hills Schools Board of Education
« Honorable Dierdre Waterman, Mayor, City of Pontiac
Each WONder Woman honoree excels in the following areas:
- Contributes to the community beyond that which is required in their employment;
- Demonstrates character, commitment and leadership; and,
- Assists women and girls in reaching full leadership potential through civic engagement, personal and professional contacts.
The Women Officials Network Foundation is a nonprofit nonpartisan organization. The WON Foundation envisions more women in prominent leadership positions at all levels of government. Funds raised from this event will –
- Train women to speak and lead with passion and power.
- Equip women to obtain positions in public policy leadership and to serve effectively in elected and appointed office.
- Empower leaders of today and mentoring women leaders of tomorrow.
For reservations to attend the WONder Woman Awards Banquet on September 27, 2018, email e.siewert@wayne.edu or call Coco Siewert at 248.642.7024. Reservations may be purchased here as well. The Women Officials Network Foundation is a 501(c)(3) tax exempt organization.
For sponsorship information, email eileenpulker@gmail.com or review this page on our site.