July 2023 Connect

Hello everyone!

I feel like we were waiting and waiting for summer to start, and, so quickly, it’s already slipping away. I know the summer can be a busy time for us all. We're juggling work, family, and social obligations, and it can be hard to find time for ourselves. But I want to remind you that you are strong, capable women, and you can do anything you set your minds to.

So don't be afraid to set some goals for yourself this summer. Maybe you want to learn a new skill, start a new project, or just spend more time with your loved ones. Whatever your goals are, I know you can achieve them. Even with our organization, we have been able to accomplish so much this year!

Here are some tips for staying motivated this summer:

• Set small, achievable goals.
• Break down large goals into smaller, more manageable steps.
• Reward yourself for your accomplishments.
• Find a supportive community of women (EWI!) to help you stay on track.
• Don't be afraid to ask for help when you need it.

"The future belongs to those who believe in the beauty of their dreams." - Eleanor Roosevelt

Best,

Listen to Jimi Okubanjo, the director and producer of the “Arise Firebird” documentary talk about workplace trauma in the corporate setting. She, and many others, have been affected by the traumatic experiences that take place in workplace settings that often go unnoticed, uncared for, or brushed away. In her talk “Understanding and supporting others with workplace trauma”, Jimi encourages us to learn more about trauma in the workplace and how to take action to help those who experience it.  

Date: June 6, 2023

Bucyrus Club

Caterer: Skyline Catering

Our June EWI meeting was one of our favorite meetings of the year, Firm Recognition Night. This year, we combined the evening with our Literacy Awards. The meeting was held at the beautiful Bucyrus Club. We were fortunate enough to have speakers from both of our Literacy Award winners: Heather Grams, President of Next Door Foundation, and Janita Bonner, Executive Administrator of YWCA. Members and guests bid on items donated by members or their firms. Money raised benefited our Scholarship Fund.

Date: July 11, 2023

McCarty Park

Caterer: EWI! ;)

Our July EWI meeting was the ever-popular annual potluck and membership open house. The meeting was held at McCarty Park. We dined on the delectable culinary offerings from our members, played a super fun Disney trivia game, and assembled pencil kits benefitting United Way's Backpack Coalition. On hand to speak about our philanthropy project was Sue Cota from United Way.

Please continue to invite guests to meetings!

An average woman eats 4 pounds of what in her lifetime?



Take your cursor and highlight the text immediately following this sentence for the answer: LIPSTICK.

(If this trick doesn't work for you, check out the SOURCE, and scroll until you find #24!)

 Tuesday, August 1, 2023

Membership Meeting

5:30 - 8:00 pm

Mueller Communication

Registration is already closed.

If you missed it, please reach out to Laura Poll.

Upcoming meeting news:

• September 5th: Semi-annual Business Meeting at Krueger Communications
• October 3rd: New board installation at the University Club
• November 7th: Program and location TBD
• December 5th: Annual Toys for Tots Meeting at Bass Bay Brewhouse

As always, if you have any ideas for venues or speakers, please email Lorie Barbian.

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The July 27th member social took place at Estabrook Beer Garden in Estabrook Park. Members enjoyed beautiful weather, frothy beverages, stimulating conversation, and a lively musical duo playing German music.

Our final member social of the year will take place October 19th. Location and details are still TBD, but if you have any suggestions, please email Laura Poll!

Learn more about our past activities by clicking on the links below. Share with your networks, so they can see first-hand the good work that EWI Milwaukee does for the community.



Volunteering & Philanthropy

ASIST & EWISP

Literacy Initiatives

Operations Fundraising

Also, be sure to check out MyEWI for handy information you can start using NOW in your committees, like their Tool Kits (login required).

We'll also be updating the MyEWI Milwaukee Chapter Group page (login required) with news and resources, so be sure to visit there often. Members can also add their own posts to the chapter page, so you can keep the chapter abreast of what's going on in your world and your committees.

Marjorie Yoshida, July 19th

Lorie Barbian, July 21st

Ginny Czarnecki, August 5th

Nickie Rouleau, September 5th

Leslie Ortiz, September 8th

Cristina Crogan, September 15th

Margie Gehrman, September 15th

We keep growing and there's no stopping us now!

We are still looking for firms in the following industries:

• Accounting Firms
• Jeweler
• Hospitality - Hotels & Restaurants
• Local Sports Team
• Health Care

Do you know anyone at any of these companies?

• Harley Davidson
• Molson Coors (Miller)
• GE
• Johnson Controls
• Aurora
• Quad Graphics
• Roundy's

How about former EWI Reps - do you stay in touch with anyone? Invite them to a meeting!

How about any co-workers or other departments in your company? Invite them to a meeting!

How about friends and family? Invite them to a meeting!

How about that Vendor or Sales Rep you work with? Invite them to a meeting!

Let's get creative and make this the year we grow! Retention & Recruitment Director, Tina Braley, is always available for phone calls, Zoom meetings, or is willing to meet up for a coffee or glass of wine with potential new members. Please let her know if you'd like to meet up!

Click the buttons below for handy R&R resource materials.

Announcing an upcoming educational opportunity offered by one of our member firms!

Krueger Communications cordially invites you to attend their latest lunch lab at their office on Monday, August 21st. Click on the image below to enlarge and get all the details!