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The Vision 
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Former U.S. Ambassador, Mary E. Kramer, to Be Opening Keynote Speaker
WOVI's Ninth Annual Conference for Women will be kicked-off by Mary E. Kramer, former U.S, Ambassador to the Eastern Caribbean and Iowa State Senator. Ms. Kramer also served as Vice President of Human Resources and Vice President of Community Investments for Wellmark Blue Cross Blue Shield. She is a lifetime member of the Society for Human Resource Management in Iowa and is the recipient of the Society's highest national award.
WOVI is honored to have Ambassador Kramer open the Conference on Saturday, October 16, 2010 at the Hilton Garden Inn Dallas/Richardson, 1001 West George Bush Turnpike, Richardson, Texas. Individual member and guest registrations and group registrations for this event are available at www.wovi.com.
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Calling All WOVI 2010 and 2011 Chapter Leaders
WOVI's Leadership Summit held annually in conjunction with the Annual Conference for Women and Mentor Recognition Luncheon starts at 9:00 AM on Friday, October 15, 2010. The Summit breaks for the Mentor Recognition Luncheon and resumes after the luncheon. Registration for this event only is separate from Conference registration. Current and future leaders, members and guests interested in enhancing their leadership skills are encouraged to attend.
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News You Want to Hear
According to the U.S. Census Bureau, firms that are 50 percent or more female-owned account for a 46 percent of all privately held U.S. firms.
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Trailblazing Texas Woman to Speak at Mentor Recognition Luncheon
Native Texan Vivian Castelberry will keynote WOVI's Mentor Recognition Luncheon on Friday, October 15, 2010.
Speaking on "Generational Legacies through Mentoring" Ms. Castleberry, has received countless local, state and national awards and is the author of four books.
She became the first female editor of the Dallas Times Herald and held that role for twenty-eight years. Known to have a remarkable sensitivity for news "women want to know" she is recognized as the "godmother of women's movement in Dallas."
She is Founder of the Women's Center of Dallas, Women's Issues Network, and The Dallas Women's Foundation.
WOVI and guests are privileged and honored to hear her speak at the Mentor Recognition Luncheon held at the Hilton Garden Inn Dallas/Richardson, 1001 West George Bush Turnpike, Richardson, Texas. Individual as well as tables for eight registration for this event are available at www.wovi.com.
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Women Doing the Impossible
Betty White at 88 just keeps on going and going and going!
A two-book deal to write her memoirs, an Emmy for hosting Saturday Night Live and the most popular Super Bowl commercial are her recent accomplishments. In addition she has launched her own line of hoodies and T-shirts. Her appearance on SNL was a result of a social media campaign - "by popular demand!"
An ageless icon, Betty White proves that cool can be ageless and that all of us are capable of laughing at ourselves and doing "the impossible."
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Here's What Our Members Say About WOVI
"WOVI has given me the confidence and accountability I need to pursue my dreams. Also, WOVI has given me wonderful friends." Sarah Baden
"I love WOVI because it taught me to have confidence in my talents and abilities." Elizabeth Patel
"WOVI means encouragement, support, energy, enthusiasm, learning, friendship, growth, and opportunity to me." Martha Campbell
"I love WOVI because it is the only organization I've been involved in that gives back to its members. I'm involved because I want to be." Brenda Stoll
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Coming on October 15 and 16, 2010
 Ninth Annual Conference for Women
Mentor Recognition Luncheon
Leadership Summit
Women In Transition Workshops
Vendor Faire
Register now!
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Interest Rings
In addition to monthly meetings, WOVI has developed common interest groups led by members for those desiring help and enlightenment in specific areas. The regularly scheduled subgroups, called InterestRings highlight a multitude of interests, concerns or pursuits.
The ArtistRing meets the second Wednesday at LaMadeleine's on Belt Line in Addison facilitated by Lynda Rhodes. Contact her at lkrhodes@aol.com.
The evening EmpoweRing meets on the fourth Monday of each month at 6:30 PM at LaMadeleine's on Campbell east of Coit in Richardson. Want more information? Contact Pauline Shirley @ ps@PaulineShirley.com
The SpeakersRing meets immediatly after the EmpoweRing.
The WritersRing meets 6:30 PM on the first Tuesday each month at 801 East Campbell Road, Suite 152, in Richardson facilitated by Kim Andrews. Contact her at kimandrews972@sbcglobal.net.
The ImageRing meets the fourth Thursday of each month at Noon at Astoria Caffe, 15701 Quorum Drive in Addison. This Interest Ring explores the impact image has on what we do and how we feel. Liz Patel is the facilitator and can be contacted at 972.239.5853.
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WOVI (Women of Visionary Influence) Inc., a 501 (c)(3) nonprofit organization, develops programs and activities designed to lead, educate and mentor women.
Through encouragement, genuine respect and inclusiveness, we celebrate self and others.
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