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WOVI North DallasNorth Dallas Chapter
Women of Visionary Influence
North Dallas News
 
In this issue...
August 19th Program
Member Spotlight
Please Pay Your Dues before August Meeting
WOVI - North Dallas August  2010


Do you love hearing about the moment someone's life changed, and learn how they harnessed that energy to change other lives? On Thursday, August 19th, come hear Melanie Gable's talk, The Difference We Make.  Melanie will share her story of the miracle that saved her life in 1995 and the blessings she continues to find today. 
 
The meeting will be held at the Crowne Plaza Suites, Dallas-Park Central on August 19th.  Registration begins at 5:45 pm, Relationship Building starts at 6:00 and Dinner will be served at 6:30 pm.  Prior to the meeting, we will hold a New Member Orientation at 5:15 pm.  All new members, potential members, and members who would like a refresher are encouraged to attend and asked to include in the RSVP that you would like to attend orientation. 
 

Please RSVP by Monday, August 16th, via email,  WOVINorthDallas@gmail.comPlease let us know if you have any special dietary restrictions at the time you RSVP.  The hotel MUST have this information in advance in order to accommodate our requests.  If you need to cancel, we ask that you do so before August 16th.

We look forward to seeing you on August 19th for another power-packed, energizing meeting!

Sincerely,
2010 WOVI North Dallas Board
Daisy, Tish, Janet, Pauline, Laura, Krista, and Caroline
 
Location: 
Crowne Plaza Suites Dallas-Park Central

 
7800 Alpha Road
Dallas, TX 75240
(near NW corner of I-635 LBJ Frwy & Coit Road)


 
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Meeting Cost:
 
Members: $25
Guests: $38


 
 



2010 Officers


 
President - Daisy Wong
1st VP - Tish Gray
VP Finance - Janet Wilemon
VP Membership - Pauline Shirley
VP Mentoring - Laura Burford
VP Member Services - Krista Hartman
VP Communication--Caroline Homan
Melanie Gable photoAugust 19th - Featured Program

The Difference We Make

with Melanie Gable

 
How can we make a difference to others?  Come hear the empowering story of Melanie Gable, and how she turned a random act of violence into helping other people understand how they can make a difference.  Her experiences have inspired audiences all over the world to struggle through personal pains and challenges that life brings to them. Additionally, she will talk about her belief that the world is full of eager, positive people who are truly anxious to help one another in times of need.  Melanie's story has been featured on Oprah, Family Circle, Redbook, Angels, Health and Fitness magazines.
 
 
Please join us on August 19th. 
Registration begins at 5:45 pm and dinner will be served at 6:30 pm.  Please RSVP by August 16th via email, WOVINorthDallas@gmail.comPlease let us know if you have any special dietary restrictions at the time you RSVP.

Prior to the meeting, we will hold a New Member Orientation at 5:15 pm on August 19th.  All new members, potential members, and members who would like a refresher are encouraged to attend and asked to include in the RSVP that you would like to attend orientation. 
 
Member Spotlight:  Nicki Davis

 
This month, come to the meeting and find out more about Nicki Davis, our Member Spotlight for August.  Find out how Nicki juggles being a wife, mother, bank executive, and fashion expert.

 
photo courtesy of Studio 23
Nicki Davis photo
Don't forget to sign up for upcoming Member Spotlight openings.  It's one of your benefits of membership and a great way for us to get to know YOU, our members, a little better.
 
Action Needed:  Renew Your Dues Now

 
If you haven't paid the balance of your dues for 2010, now is the perfect time.  You may pay your 2010 dues at the August meeting by cash, check (include with your meeting payment or pay separately to WOVI, Inc.), or on the website by credit card (dues only, via Discover Card, MasterCard, or Visa.)  Dues are $60 for the July-December period or discounted to $100 for the entire year.  New members can join at either rate plus a $20 new member fee.  Check out www.wovi.com for an application and details on the new dues structure and benefit. We have wonderful topics and speakers planned for the rest of 2010 and into 2011, so you won't want to miss a single meeting.  If you have not paid your dues by the August meeting, you will need to pay the guest rate, so renew today!
 
GiftBoxMeeting Sponsorship/Door Prizes/Member-to-Member Table

 
NEW!  Want to highlight your business at a WOVI Meeting?  Sponsor a Meeting!  Your company will be highlighted in our Monthly Newsletter, printed on the front of our Monthly Meeting Program, will receive a special introduction at the meeting, and will receive a display table at the meeting.  The cost for this is $95, with a possiblilty of a tax deduction (check with your tax advisor).  Please sign up in advance either on the form which can be found at the Monthly Meeting or by emailing dwong@tsctexas.com.
 
Want to promote your business?  Donate a door prize!
  What better way to let your WOVI friends know what you do AND show your generosity?  Actually, anyone is welcome to bring a door prize.  It's just as fun to give as it is to receive.

All members are encouraged to bring some literature to display at the Member-to-Member Table, located at the back of the room at every meeting.  This is another great way for members to promote their businesses.  And the more we know about what you do, the more we can promote your business too!
Follow-up Links

Upcoming Programs & Events for 2010

 

Sept. 16          Authors' Panel                          Debbie Mrazek, Victoria Chancellor, Deborah Avrin, and Michelle Prince (moderator) 

Oct. 15 & 16   WOVI Mentor Recognition Luncheon & Annual Conference  "Where Stars Shine" at Hilton Garden Inn, Dallas/Richardson 

Oct. 21           Closing the Generation Gap     Nancy Barry
Nov. 18          Branding Your Business            Kathy Garland

Dec. 16          Holiday Party
 

About WOVI

WOVI, Inc. is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization that empowers women to lead and mentor.  Our Vision: Women empowered to make a difference in their lives, communities, and the world.

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