Just One More Sleep!!

Can you tell that I am excited about the visit from EWI Corporate to Lethbridge tomorrow? Our board has been working for months to organize the luncheon for our visitors and guests including Lethbridge Mayor Bob Tarleck, Alberta MLA Bridget Pastoor and our keynote speaker Cheryl Dick from Economic Development Lethbridge. Thank you in particular to Leanna Lomanski and JoAnn Jurgens for providing the gorgeous gift items (still a surprise so details will have to wait) for the visiting EWI dignitaries.

I am particularly excited at the opportunity to host this visit having been completely blown away by the warmth and hospitality of EWI Kentuckiana and all the other Chapter representives I met at the conference in Louisville Kentucky last September. What a huge event over 5 days and they made it look flawlessly smooth! No pressure.... well, maybe a little as I am keeping fingers crossed for a little southern Alberta sunshine to welcome our guests.

Congratulations to Grande Prairie EWI

Thought I'd pass this along from the EWI Corporate news: 

Wednesday, May 19, 2010

On June 3, 2010, we will celebrate the chartering of our newest Chapter – EWI of Grande Prairie. I know EWI representatives and executives from throughout the organization will be present in spirit when a number of us come together for this momentous event in the life of the EWI of Grande Prairie.

Jennifer Metituk
President, EWI of Grande Prairie
c/o Speedpro Signs
#4 100530 117 Ave
Grande Prairie, AB T8V 7N7
Email: jennifer@speedprogp.com

Welcome to Spring!

Ahhh...  I love to see the tight grape-like buds of my lilacs almost in bloom. Everywhere I look green sprouts are pushing up into the fresh air and business is blossoming too. I have been working on more clearly defining our services and the website has a new look and feel. Any feedback to offer?


This last month has been great for EWI Lethbridge as well, with interest from several new potential member firms and as usual Leanna is doing a great job with the newsletter.

The Fashion Show was flawless with decorations from A Decent Affair and a huge effort from Judy Holmes of Holmes EcoWater. and the generosity of our entire membership in selling tickets, donating so many beautiful items for the silent auction, and pitching in to help set up and take down the room. Thank you to all, it sure reflects well on our organization and our city to be able to pull off such a successful event.

Colette Acheson
Chapter President
EWI Lethbridge 2009/2010

ANCO Business Solutions
1221 - 2 Ave South
Lethbridge, Alberta

EWI Lethbridge celebrates another sold out fashion show

Thank you to our community for once again supporting the 10th Annual  EWI Lethbridge fashion show held April 21st at the Lethbridge Lodge. The room was gorgeous, thanks to Brenda Eaglesham from A Decent Affair and an army of volunteers!

Proceeds from the fashion show go to our annual scholarship donation which supports a student from each of the Lethbridge College and University of Lethbridge along with ongoing support for our 2010 Philanthropy partner Senator Buchanan School.

A special thank you to our local media for supporting EWI Lethbridge and helping to get the word out!

EWI March 17th - Social Media Presentation

Thank you to all the Lethbridge business women who attended the EWI Membership drive meeting March 17th. For those who are interested, here is the PowerPoint from my presentation on Social Media and over the next few days I will upload a list of many of the online resources I have found valuable.

And watch for more news soon about the Fashion Show April 21st at the Lodge!
Colette

Happy News from March Newsletter

Thank you to Leanna Lomanski of Ducan Industries for putting together our March newsletter!

 

CONGRATULATIONS!  to Angeline and the staff of Bells and Bows Bridal Centre who have been awarded the Sun-Times “Best of the Best” Lethbridge 2010 award!

CONGRATULATIONS!  to Jessie Wester who breezed through her UFE accreditation with flying colours!

BIG NEWS!  Kathy Maier has agreed to accept the Vice-President position.  Thank you, Kathy for stepping up and contributing in such a positive way to our Chapter.

Big Hearts in EWI Lethbridge

Good morning! What an amazing group of women we have in EWI Lethbridge. 

One of my company's (ANCO Business Solutions) recent contracts was to provide marketing, PR, and community relations services for the 2010 International Peace Pow Wow and Miss Blackfoot Canada Pageant. Several of our EWI members came forward  and generously donated some amazing gifts for the Miss Blackfoot Canada winner:

• Only Women's Fitness - spa & fitness package
• Bells & Bows Bridal Centre - crystal necklace and drop earrings
• Leanna Lomanski Photography - studio session
• Wanda Hutton - original designer turquoise necklace

In addition, our board has voted to extend an offer for Miss Blackfoot Canada to attend up to four EWI Lethbridge events as our  guest. The pageant coordinator was thrilled to receive such a generous selection of prizes, along with the networking and mentoring opportunities to attend our EWI group. Thank you to all!

Colette