“Who Do You Want to Be?” Join Us! IN-PERSON MEETING LOCATION: Join us early at 6:00 PM to place your food order! Meeting Highlights: Melissa Doan-Medina Join us for an enlightening and empowering presentation on the journey to becoming the best version of yourself through the foundation of good health. In this engaging session, we will explore the following key topics: Don’t miss this opportunity to take charge of your health and transform your life. Walk away with a clear vision of the person you want to be and the practical steps to get there. Melissa Doan-Medina is a Sr. Manager within the Aeronautical Systems Engineering team at L3Harris, where she leads a dynamic team of over 80 engineers. Her leadership extends beyond her immediate team as she serves as the Enterprise Chair of the Women’s Employee Resource Group, overseeing approximately 4,000 members and championing diversity and inclusion within the organization. Melissa holds a Bachelor’s degree in Aeronautical Engineering from Purdue University and a Master’s degree in Aerospace Engineering from the University of Southern California. Her academic background is complemented by her distinction as a Distinguished Toastmaster, showcasing her exceptional communication and leadership skills. In addition to her professional achievements, Melissa is a certified Olympic weightlifting coach and nutrition coach, reflecting her passion for health and fitness. She balances her robust career and personal interests with her role as a dedicated mother to her 8-year-old son and wife to a fellow engineer of 15 years. Melissa’s multifaceted accomplishments and commitments underscore her dedication to excellence in all areas of her life. Join us at WOVI North Dallas IN PERSON Thursday evening, March 5, for hugs, laughter, and Melissa! March In-Person Meeting: Atheneos Greek Village Café Currently meeting online via Zoom. RSVP for meeting link.
Be inspired by the latest Member Spotlight. Each month, we allow one of our fabulous members the opportunity to share something special about themselves. It’s a great way to get to know them better and be inspired by their wisdom and experience. We always look forward to seeing them truly shine in the Member Spotlight! Member Spotlight Speaker won’t be featured every meeting. Every meeting includes an opportunity to share WOVI Moments, your accomplishments and Mentor-to-Mentee Moments. This is your chance to thank your mentor, appreciate your mentee, share a recent success or accomplishment, also known as “bragging rights or shining star moments,” or to share an experience you have had because you are a member of WOVI. Members and guests alike are encouraged to participate. Each WOVI Chapter meeting allows for time to reflect or work on the topic of the meeting. It is a trademarked exercise created by our Co-Founder Pauline Shirley and instigated at the very first WOVI public meeting. It is unique and beneficial in that each individual provides her comments or answers to a relevant question, then receives immediate input and feedback from the meeting participants. It happens in small groups so wisdom and knowledge are both gained and imparted personally. The results can be life-changing! To learn more about WOVI and the value of membership, attend the Member and Mentor Orientation prior to the meeting. If you plan to attend the orientation, please let us know when you RSVP by indicating “YES” that you are also attending the orientation!
No Meeting Fees for Online Meetings! WOVI North Dallas Members: Remember to renew in January or June and save $20.00 when you pay a 12 month membership for $100.00 — ONLY AVAILABLE when you renew in January or June! Members may pay a six month membership renewal for $60.00. Select your option on this page, remember to mark WOVI North Dallas for your Chapter, and pay with Paypal today! Are you interested in promoting your business to WOVI women? Please consider being a meeting sponsor. Contact Pauline Shirley at woviex@WOVI.com or 214-450-6075. For in-person meetings only: Did you know that there are door prizes given away at each meeting. Members are invited to bring a door prize for others to enjoy!
For in-person meetings only: At every meeting a member-to-member table is available for you to share your brochures, business cards, special community events, a book you’ve authored or on occasion your art or crafts. Make the most of this option so that everyone gets to know each other and your unique interests better.
For in-person meetings only: Please let us know if you cannot attend by Wednesday evening, the day before the meeting, if at all possible. This helps us to better plan and prepare the meeting room and coordinate with our location team. Payments made ahead of time will accrue to the next meeting you attend. For in-person meetings only: Since you place your menu selections upon arrival, you can indicate any special requests at that time. The restaurant offers gluten-free and vegetarian options. For in-person meetings only: WOVI Members pay 12 month meeting fees for $50.00 and save $10.00! Pay with Paypal below.
The original Chapter of Women of Visionary Influence, WOVI North Dallas is currently being led by Pauline Shirley, the founder of WOVI, Inc. As WOVI’s original Chapter, many of the valuable aspects of WOVI were tested, improved and proven in this chapter. Currently meeting virtually, we are available to women around the globe. As soon a feasible, this chapter will return to face-to-face meetings at a location in the general area of North Dallas, Addison or Richardson, Texas. In the meantime, our virtual meetings provide the same interesting, encouraging and supportive meetings beginning with a warm and friendly pre-meeting gathering. Our program speakers, sure to please all, are selected to provide information of interest to all women. Our MentoRing experience consistently supports and empowers all participants. In December, 2024, WOVI Garland Mesquite chapter and WOVI North Dallas merged to provide our members with more fun and more mentoring. Our chapter meets by Zoom the second Thursday each month, and in person quarterly. WOVI, Inc. is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization that empowers women to lead and mentor. Women empowered to make a difference in their lives, communities, and in the world. Janet Wilemon Monnica Rose Pam Johnson Monnica Rose Open Open Open Open Danni Babik Open >> Thursday, April 9, 2026 — TBA
WOVI North Dallas & Garland/Mesquite
Present
Melissa Doan-Medina
SPECIAL MEETING DATE
for our IN-PERSON MEETING!
Thursday, March 5, 2026
6:30 – 8:30 PM CT
Atheneos Greek Village Café
1425 Gross Road
Mesquite, TX, 75149
(Click here for directions)
Meeting Starts at 6:30 PM CT
WOVI North Dallas and WOVI Garland/Mesquite have recently merged for more members, more fun, and more mentoring! Every meeting includes WOVI Moments, Member Spotlight, MentoRing™ Exercise, and a chance to rise with wonderful women!Speaker:
“Who Do You Want to Be?”
Location:
1425 Gross Road
Mesquite, TX, 75149
(Click here for directions)Agenda:
Member Spotlight:
The Dream Bowl & WOVI Moments:
MentoRing™ Exercise
New Member Orientation:
RSVP & Contact Form:
Meeting Costs:
WOVI Member Renewal
Meeting Sponsors:
Door Prizes:
Member-to-Member Table:
Cancellations / No-Shows:
Special Meals / Dietary Restrictions:
WOVI Member Meeting Fee
About WOVI North Dallas:
About WOVI, Inc.:
Our Vision:
2025-2026 Officers:
President
First Vice President
Second Vice President
Vice President Finance
Vice President Member Services
Vice President Programs
Vice President Mentoring
Vice President Membership
Vice President Communications
Vice President Administration
WOVI North Dallas' Upcoming Meetings:
WOVI North Dallas’ Meetings Are Held The Second Thursday of Each Month on Zoom, with quarterly meetings in person.
Save The Date For These Upcoming Meetings!
>> Thursday, May 14, 2026 — TBA
>> Thursday, June 11, 2026 — IN-PERSON!
LeadersRing™:
LeadersRings are held periodically. Some are via conference calls and some are live face-to-face meetings. Detailed information about the type of meeting and location of meetings will be sent via email (you may sign up to receive these announcements on the right side of this page) to all members and posted on the website.
For more information, please see the LeadersRing™ page.
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Would you, or someone you know, like to be a sponsor or a speaker?
Sponsorship comes with the following benefits:
If you would like to be a Sponsor or a Speaker at WOVI North Dallas, please click the first tab above, “Meeting Details,” and fill in our “RSVP & Contact Form” and let us know!
Sponsor:
Member sponsors $75
Non-Member sponsors $100