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Are you looking for an opportunity for personal and professional growth? A place to network with colleagues in the industry and to meet new friends? Trying to find an avenue to build your knowledge and gain insight about innovative solutions for your business? Discover the power of NAWIC by attending an Annual Forum near you! Each region holds an Annual Forum in the spring. Attending Forum is one of the many benefits your NAWIC membership affords you. Read all about the upcoming events in this preview. Mark your calendars, and get involved in Forum 2012!
April 28-29, 2012Philadelphia, Pa.
Independence Hall is the centerpiece of the Independence National Historic Park, America’s most historic square mile. The 46-acre park encompasses Independence Hall, the Liberty Bell, Congress Hall, Philosophical Hall and Old City Hall. Photo by Edward Savaria, Jr. for the PCVB.
Registration Rates: $160, $140 before Feb. 16, and $180 after March 31Hotel: Lowes Philadelphia HotelHotel Rates: $194.69 (including taxes) for a double or king roomSeminars: Crossing Borders – Navigating construction law changes between states,
Project Estimating, Managing the Generation Gap, Various RoundtablesSpeakers: Jennifer Horn, Senior Counsel, Cohen Seglias Pallas Greenhall and Furman, PC;
Karla Wursthorn, Project Estimator, TN Ward Company, IPP, ASPE Liberty Chapter; and Marian Vallotton, Director, Training and Organizational Development, Mid-Atlantic Employers Association
NAWIC Forum Representative: Cindy Johnsen, CBT, CDS, CIT, NAWIC President-ElectAttractions: Independence Hall/Constitution Center, Mural Arts Tour
and Reading Terminal MarketFor information, contact: Christine Workman • 609-381-9549
[email protected] • www.nawicphiladelphia.org
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“Join us and Declare Your Independence! Learn the first two steps in the Parts of a Project series and share your thoughts about working across generations. Don’t forget that we always have fun, too!”
— Director Maura C. Hesdon, LeeD AP
April 27-29, 2012Athens, Ga.
Photo courtesy of Athens Convention and Visitors Bureau.
Registration Rates: $140 for members, $160 for members after March 30, $160 for non-members, $180 for nonmembers after March 30
Hotel: Foundry Park Inn and SpaHotel Rates: $109 plus tax for a single, double or king room before March 23Seminars: Public Speaking, PowerPoint Etiquette, and Hands-on Electrical WorkshopSpeakers: Nancy Desdon, Mayor of Athens, Ga., Welcome to Athens; Keshia Hall, Gwin-
nett Tech Director of Faculty Training, PowerPoint Etiquette; and Jim Lord, Public Speaking
NAWIC Forum Representative: Sandy K. Field, CBT, CIT, NAWIC TreasurerAttractions: Georgia Museum of Art, Georgia Museum of Natural History, State Botanical
Garden, Butts-Mehre Heritage Hall Sports Museum, shopping, restaurants and dining in downtown Athens
For information, contact: Renee Conner, CIT • 770-601-1963 • [email protected]
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“Join us for Region 2’s 50th Forum! In celebrating this milestone anniversary, we will enhance your networking and professional skills through seminars and hands-on workshops. A masquerade celebration and annual Banquet will round out the occasion.”
— Director Stephanie A. golias, CBT, CIT
May 4-5, 2012Tallahassee, Fla.
Historic Capital Building. Photo courtesy of Visit Tallahassee.
Registration Rates: $125, $175 after March 15Hotel: Tallahassee Marriott Residence InnHotel Rates: $109, all rooms are suites with a king-size bed and a pullout sofa.Seminars: Tour of old and new Florida State Capitol Buildings with emphasis
on construction and tour of Cascades Park construction projectSpeakers: Lynn Donohue, author of “Brick by Brick: A Woman’s Journey”NAWIC Forum Representative: Sandy K. Field, CBT, CIT, NAWIC TreasurerAttractions: Florida State Capitol, First Friday Art Gallery Hop
and Tallahassee Living History MuseumFor information, contact: Jackie Wilson • 850-980-1414 • [email protected]
“Building the Value of NAWIC Brick by Brick is the theme for this year’s Region 3 Forum 2012. We will be celebrating the values of NAWIC and discovering additional ways we can build value for our membership.”
— Director Jean L. Cox, CBT
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April 20-22, 2012Perrysburg, Ohio
Historic Downtown Perrysburg. Photo courtesy of the Perrysburg Convention and Visitors Bureau.
Registration Rates: $155, $170 after March 23Hotel: Holiday Inn Perrysburg-French QuarterHotel Rates: $99Seminars: PowerShift!, What to do if OSHA Visits Your Jobsite (two parts),
NEF/NFSF Fundraiser, and Glass Pendant Making Speakers: Jackie Frisch, recipient of an “Extreme Home Makeover” home, and Tamara
Vaughn, attorney and author of “Shift the Power!”NAWIC Forum Representative: Yasmine Branden, CCA, NAWIC Vice-PresidentAttractions: Toledo Zoo, Toledo Museum of Art and Hollywood CasinoFor information, contact: Carla Klatt • 419-266-0898 • [email protected]
“Come join us and get Jazzed 4 the Future in Region 4! Enjoy ed-ucational opportunities and workshops in all the latest technolo-gies and standards. As always, you won’t want to miss the op-portunities to network and spend time with old and new friends.”
— Director Melanie A. Myers
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April 19-21, 2012Jackson, Miss.
Photo courtesy of Jackson Convention and Visitors Bureau.
Registration Rates: $150, $170 after March 31Hotel: Embassy Suites Jackson – North/RidgelandHotel Rates: $119Seminars: Homeland Security – hiring regulations, fraud documents; I-9 regulations; etc.Speakers: Jill Conner Brown, The Sweet Potato Queen and multiple
number one New York Times bestselling authorNAWIC Forum Representative: Sandy K. Field, CBT, CIT, NAWIC TreasurerAttractions: Museum of Natural Science, Old Capitol Museum and Mississippi Art GalleriesFor information, contact: Peggy Harthcock • 601-354-3282
“The attendance of the Annual Region Forum should be a must on the list of NAWIC activities. Attending forum is part of the growth of your membership. The seminars and speakers are there to enhance your experience and give you some tools to further your education in the field of construction.”
— Director Phyllis F. Haynes
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April 20-21, 2012St. Charles, Mo.
St. Charles, Mo. Main Street. Photo courtesy of Saint Charles, Mo. Convention and Visitors Bureau.
Registration Rates: $125, $140 after March 30Hotel: Embassy Suites St. Louis-St. Charles/Hotel and SpaHotel Rates: $129 for singles and doubles, $139 for a triple and $149 for a quadSeminars: Personal and Professional Development and an area jobsite tour Speakers: TBDNAWIC Forum Representative: Dove Sifers-Putman, NAWIC SecretaryAttractions: Historic downtown St. Charles, Foundry Art Center
and Ameristar Resort and CasinoFor information, contact: Sandra Carter, CIT • 314-895-4200 • [email protected]
“Annual Spring Forum is a great networking and educational op-portunity for you. We will focus on personal and professional development. We will spend time updating ourselves on current construction industry trends in our Region.”
— Director Connie M. Liepard, CIT
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April 12-14, 2012Houston, Texas
Sam Houston Park has been the home of The Heritage Society since 1954, with historic homes and a church housed in the downtown park. Photo courtesy of the Greater Houston Convention and Visitors Bureau.
Registration Rates: $150, $175 after March 29Hotel: Sheraton BrookhollowHotel Rates: $89 for singles, doubles, triples and quadsSeminars: Teambuilding, Fundraising, Leadership Skills and Public SpeakingSpeakers: Patricia R. Lykos, Houston District AttorneyNAWIC Forum Representative: Judy DeWeese, CBT, CIT, NAWIC President Attractions: Houston Astros Minute Maid Park, Houston Museum of Fine Arts
and Galleria MallFor information, contact: Beckye Manzel, CBT • 281-376-5171
“Join Region 7 to ‘Reach for the Stars’ in Houston, Texas! Semi-nars focus on chapter success and leadership development. Hear the inspirational message of Houston’s first female District Attorney, Patricia Lykos, and celebrate at the Oscar Night Gala.”
— Director gracie Narey, CIT
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May 4-5, 2012Tucson, Ariz.
Into the mountains. Photo by Rick Machle © Metropolitan Tucson Convention and Visitors Bureau.
Registration Rates: $175, $190 after April 6Hotel: The Lodge at Ventana CanyonHotel Rates: $131 plus hotel/facilities taxSeminars: Workers’ Compensation Changes, Construction Management,
Using Stone Products in Commercial Construction and Health and Wellness NAWIC Forum Representative: Yasmine Branden, CCA, NAWIC Vice-PresidentAttractions: Trail Dust Town, Tucson Botanical Gardens and Museum of Arts.For information, contact: Tina Tighe • 520-571-7737 • [email protected]
“Region 8 has chosen the Lodge at Ventana Canyon in Tucson, Ariz. for the 2012 Forum site. Surrounded by beautiful desert landscape, the hotel (with only 50 rooms) offers an intimate venue for our ‘Moving Mountains’ conference. Mem-bers and guests will find the two-day conference filled with worthwhile seminars and our Saturday night banquet will most certainly be a hit. Please plan to join us May 4-5. Arrive a day early and take advantage of the spectacular golf course adjacent to the hotel or take in the wonders of the area”
— Director Linda Kofford
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April 13-15, 2012Bend, Ore.
Drake Park in Bend, Ore. in the springtime. Photo by John Melton.
Registration Rates: $170, $190 after March 23Hotel: Inn at the Seventh MountainHotel Rates: $119 Seminars: Social Media and the AEC Industry: Who, What, Where, When,
Why and How, So You Want to be a NAWIC Director, Back to Basics and Running Effective Meetings
Speakers: Chris Bloom, Superstar Media and TBDNAWIC Forum Representative: Cindy Johnsen, CBT, CDS, CIT, NAWIC President-ElectAttractions: Mt. Bachelor Ski Resort, several breweries and shopping in the downtown areaFor information, contact: Lori Barrick • 509-993-7582 • [email protected]
“We are planning a very special community reception at a local brew-ery to introduce NAWIC to central Oregon and hopefully start a new chapter. We will be getting down to the nitty gritty of what NAWIC is, and how to get the most out of your membership.”
— Director Dalene L. Schafer
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May 18-20, 2012Monterey, Calif.
Asilomar State Beach. Photo by Wayne Capili/Monterey County Convention and Visitor’s Bureau.
Registration Rates: $165 for members, $180 for members after April 13, $175 for nonmembers, $190 for nonmembers after April 13
Hotel: Best Western Plus Beach Resort Monterey, Room reservation code 02GHotel Rates: Non-Oceanside $109.99 single and double, $124.99 triple
and $134.99 quad; Oceanside $149.99 single and double, $164.99 triple and $179.99 quad
Seminars: New construction laws effective July 2012; motivational speech on staying energized and motivated to build your skills; and a construction mock trial from beginning to end
Speakers: Cindy Ventrice; Stephanie Rocha, Esq.; and Kristen Green, Esq.NAWIC Forum Representative: Judy DeWeese, CBT, CIT, NAWIC PresidentAttractions: Monterey Bay Aquarium, historic downtown Monterey, Cannery Row, Carmel,
Big Sur and Pebble BeachFor information, contact: Rachel Stroup • [email protected]
“On behalf of Santa Clara Chapter and Region 10, I cordially invite you to attend Forum 2012 and help us celebrate the 50th Anniversary of Region 10! Join us for an educational weekend filled with networking, NAWIC business and a little bit of fun too!”
— Director Patricia Lawson, CIT
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April 27-29, 2012High Point, N.C.
Photo courtesy of the High Point Convention & Visitors Bureau.
Registration Rates: $89, $139 after March 15Hotel: Best Western Plus High Point, N.C.Hotel Rates: $89 Seminars: CIT Overview, Tools and Tips for Marketing your NAWIC Chapter,
Davis Bacon Act Compliance and Working with Multi-Generational PersonalitiesSpeakers: AlexSandra Lett, StorytellerNAWIC Forum Representative: Dove Sifers-Putman, NAWIC SecretaryAttractions: RCR Racing; Replacements, LTD; and National Civil Rights MuseumFor information, contact: Lillie Smotherman, CBT, CIT • 336-922-2740
“We are taking NAWIC ‘Back to Basics.’ Curious about NEF certifica-tions? What is Davis Bacon and can I get it to go? How Generational Personalities differ. Find the answers and more at NAWIC Region 11’s 45th Annual Spring Forum.”
— Director Deborah L. Knight, CDS, CIT
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May 4-5, 2012Lake Arrowhead, Calif.
Photo courtesy of Lake Arrowhead Resort and Spa.
Registration Rates: $140, $160 after April 1Hotel: Lake Arrowhead ResortHotel Rates: $129 plus taxes for a standard room, $149 plus taxes for a lakeview room,
$7 resort fee per room/per daySeminars: Life Doesn’t Have to be a Soap Opera – How to Drop the Drama; Marketing
your Business through the Social Media – Twitter, Facebook, LinkedIn; What is Happening in 2012 – New Laws; and Remodeling – Rebuilding in the Mountains vs. Fires
Speakers: Gloria Loring, actress, and Shaaron BangsNAWIC Forum Representative: Cindy Johnsen, CBT, CDS, CIT, NAWIC President-ElectAttractions: Shopping, fireside chats at sunset on the private beach
and lakeside walking toursFor information, contact: Amy Vasquez • 909-800-6010 • [email protected]
“Do you Tweet or not know why you should? Come for a Tex-Mex week-end with a chili cook-off room crawl, learn to tweet, check-in, and link up, un-drama your life, and enjoy a casual western banquet.”
— Director Janice Ramsay-gonzales
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May 17-20, 2012Naperville, Ill.
Chicago skyline. Photo courtesy of Choose Chicago.
Registration Rates: $150, $200 after April 18Hotel: Marriott Chicago NapervilleHotel Rates: $99 plus tax until April 18 Seminars: First Aid/CPR Training; Smart Phones for the Challenged Few; Generic
Construction and Contract Law – Do’s and Don’ts; and Turner Construction – Performing Arts Center Review (Green Build)
Speakers: Turner ConstructionNAWIC Forum Representative: Deborah Gregoire, CIT, NAWIC Immediate Past PresidentAttractions: Wrigley Field, scenic Riverwalk, and the historic Naper Settlement For information, contact: Cindy Dekker • 815-588-5412 • [email protected]
“A stay at a fully remodeled hotel; exposure to self-improvement semi-nars; Chicago baseball; soul restoration; laughter; friendship develop-ment; support of NAWIC and NEF; business, personal and professional growth; as well as enjoyment—what more could you want?”
— Director Amy Berg, CBT, CIT
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May 4-5, 2012Saratoga Springs, N.Y.
Saratoga Casino and Raceway. Photo courtesy of saratoga.com.
Registration Rates: $100, $125 after April 18Hotel: Holiday Inn Saratoga SpringsHotel Rates: $129Seminars: TBDNAWIC Forum Representative: Dove Sifers-Putman, NAWIC SecretaryAttractions: Roosevelt Mineral Baths, National Museum of Dance
and the Saratoga Casino and RacewayFor information, contact: Sue-Ellen Stoddard, CIT • 508-435-5479
“The Capital District, N.Y. Chapter and Director Sue-Ellen Stoddard would like to invite you to Spring Forum 2012—Spring into Shape. Enjoy the breathtaking beauty of Saratoga Springs in upstate New York. This area is known for its luxurious spas, mineral springs and world-class horse racing. This is the perfect place to start your spring and get into shape. The Capital District Chapter is working hard to put together a very exciting Forum. Join us May 4-5 at the Holiday Inn in beautiful Saratoga Springs, N.Y.”
— Director Sue-ellen Stoddard, CIT
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Region 1 Cindy Johnsen, CBT, CDS, CIT, NAWIC President-Elect
Region 2 Sandy K. Field, CBT, CIT, NAWIC Treasurer
Region 3 Sandy K. Field, CBT, CIT, NAWIC Treasurer
Region 4 Yasmine Branden, CCA, NAWIC Vice President
Region 5 Sandy K. Field, CBT, CIT, NAWIC Treasurer
Region 6 Dove Sifers-Putman, NAWIC Secretary
Region 7 Judy DeWeese, CBT, CIT, NAWIC President
Region 8 Yasmine Branden, CCA, NAWIC Vice President
Region 9 Cindy Johnsen, CBT, CDS, CIT, NAWIC President-Elect
Region 10 Judy DeWeese, CBT, CIT, NAWIC President
Region 11 Dove Sifers-Putman, NAWIC Secretary
Region 12 Cindy Johnsen, CBT, CDS, CIT, NAWIC President-Elect
Region 13 Debra M. Gregoire, CIT, NAWIC Immediate Past President
Region 14 Dove Sifers-Putman, NAWIC Secretary
“NAWIC is all about enhancing the success of women in construction. The most effective method is through the educational opportunities and networking found at Regional Forums, as well as the National Educa-tional Conference. The Forum of your Region will offer you countless op-portunities to grow and learn. In addition, get to know the NAWIC Officer Representative – discover our common passions, goals and objectives.”
— NAWIC President Judy DeWeese, CBT, CIT
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