The agenda provides time for each member and guest to introduce themselves and their business. Time is set aside for announcements and discussion of business referrals. A longer 10-minute presentation is set aside for our featured speaker.

Whatcom Women’s Network Officers
Officers agree to a six+ month term of office.
New terms begin Jan. 1 and July 1.

Current WWN Officers
Director: Judy Paulson
Secretary: Chris Hansen
Treasurer: Brenda Bringhurst

Some notes on our speakers schedule:
Please remember  we are scheduled in alphabetical order by last name and  it is your responsibility to prepared to speak as scheduled.

If you must be absent, it is your responsibility to switch with another speaker. If you are not able to switch, your next opportunity to speak will be in our next rotation or a chance to substitute with someone else.

Please inform the director or secretary of any substitutions or absences.

Special guest speakers may be invited and our schedule altered with group approval in advance.

Meeting Agenda

12:00 Noon to 1:15 p.m.

Introduction (2 minutes per person):
Each member may provide an Industry Update in addition to any new and exciting information regarding her business.

Featured Speaker (10 minutes)
The Featured member gives a presentation on a business related topic. This item is designed to educate members on the various day-to-day operations, updates and developments in the member’s industry. These presentations will provide the group with the necessary information to develop good business referrals.

Business-2-Business (1 minute per person)
Members provide business referrals to other members along with thanks for business received.

Talk of the Town (10 minutes total)
Members share local BUSINESS news such as the comings and goings of other businesses that may affect our community. Members may also offer general “tips” for increasing business success.

Recap (30 seconds per person)
Each member to recap her business and summarize the “ideal” referral.

Mission
The mission of Whatcom Women’s Network is to advance the business and personal success of local professionals through weekly meetings that combine a social atmosphere with networking, business promotion, and quality member-to-member referrals.

We strive to serve our community by growing local businesses, supporting local charities, and fostering a network of relationships one person at a time.

February 11, 2010
Amy Martin
Web Designer

February 18, 2010
Cindy Sherwin
Insurance Agent

February 25, 2010
Wendy Wixsom
(Toastmasters)

March 4, 2010
Brenda Bringhurst
Mortgage Broker

March 11, 2010
Julie Carpenter
Realtor

March 18, 2010
Christina Abundis
Insurance Agent

March 25, 2010
Michelle Grandy
Sustainable Connections

April 1, 2010
Heather Falkenberry
Acupuncturist & Chinese Herbalist

April 8, 2010
Chris Hansen
Beauty Consultant

April 15, 2010
Summer Huntington
Yogafit Instructor

April 22, 2010
Patty Latham
Banker

April 29, 2010
Jennifer Shelton
SBDC

May 6, 2010
Virginia Malmquist
Counselor

May 13, 2010
Theresa Murry
Chiropractor

May 20, 2010
Diane Padys
Photographer

May 27, 2010
Guest Speaker

June 3, 2010
Lisa Papp
Gratitude Coach

June 10, 2010
Hilary Parker
Freelance Editor/Writer

June 17, 2010
Judy Paulson
Financial Planner

June 24, 2010
Guest Speaker

July 1, 2010
Kathy Robbins
Assistance League

July 8, 2010
Cindy Sherwin
Insurance Agent