APPLICATION

PURPOSE

The purpose of this organization shall be to bring together and support professional women of achievement and influence to network ideas, experiences and resources; to increase visibility and to promote recognition of women's accomplishments; and to enhance the image, prestige and power of women.

MEMBERSHIP

Membership eligibility is based on a combination of education (post high school) and/or professional experience totaling a minimum of seven years. The applicant must currently serve in a management position, practice her profession, or lead in community events/organizations. Or another modification - leadership position in her profession and/or in the community, or practice her profession”

 

Membership is open to persons in the Middle Georgia area who have qualities that include the following but are not limited to:

 

Persons who are recognized by their peers as successful and/or leaders or future leaders in their field and/or community;

 

Persons who have demonstrated increasing involvement in work-related and or community related activity;

 

Persons at a middle or upper‑level of decision‑making who have a support base of personal talent, human resources, organizational resources or persons identified as having potential for gaining such influence.

 

RESPONSIBILITIES OF MEMBERS 

  • Regular attendance.


  • To serve on committees in order to contribute to the growth of the organization and to expand their personal network.

 

  • To read and adhere to the By‑Laws and Standing Rules of the organization. 


  • To participate in the election of officers and the Board of Directors.


  • Sponsor new members, not to exceed two in any calendar year from the same organization.


  • Phone in regrets when unable to attend regular monthly meetings or special functions.


  • Responsible for costs of guests and timely payments of dues.



  • Initiation Fee ‑ $50.00; Semi‑Annual Dues ‑ $150.00 (Annual Dues Total is $300). Membership subject to termination for non‑payment of dues.                         
Committee Breakdown

CAREER WOMEN NETWORK APPLICATION

Membership eligibility is based on a combination of education (post high school) and/or professional experience totaling a minimum of seven years. The applicant must currently serve in a management position, practice her profession, or lead in community events/organizations.  Or another modification - leadership position in her profession and/or in the community, or practice her profession”

Previous PROFESSIONAL Positions Held (no more than 10 years):

EDUCATION (Post Secondary)

Media Release Consent Form:  By typing your signature on this form, you agree to give

Career Women’s Network of Macon, Inc. the permission to videotape, take your picture, and/or quote you, for use on CWN’s Facebook page, CWN’s website and publish in the CWN newsletter or newspaper and other news magazines/media.


Current Professional Memberships, Civic & Political Activities

As a new member, you will be assigned to serve on the Networking Committee.  If you would like to serve on more than one committee, please select from the list below: (Please see attached committee descriptions)

This application will be forwarded to the sponsoring member for confirmation of sponsorship.

Committee Description Committee Chair
Programs Plan monthly programs for member luncheons and arrange for meeting place and speakers. This committee primarily meets the months of October through January. Dr. Samanatha Murfree
Membership Process membership nominations. Plan and implement strategies to promote membership development and involvement; including New Member Reception to honor new members. This committee meets monthly. Christyanne Gaspar
Scholarship Interview applicants for scholarship awards and select recipients. Caroline Edenfield
Recoginition Organize luncheon honoring Women of Achievement recipients during Women’s History Month. This committee primarily meets the months of October through March. Dr. Ansley Booker
Networking Plan and present ways to network; greet members and guests at meetings; create and maintain name tags. This committee meets monthly. Nina Blemmer
Public Relations Develop Public Relations promotions annually (WoA, Scholarships, special events, etc.) Notify local media of monthly meetings and events. Assist taking photos and writing articles. Justice Verda Colvin
Newsletter Edit the newsletter and format for distribution monthly. List new members and address changes. Announce member accomplishments. Publish committee reports and upcoming meetings. Notify monthly meetings and special events. Vacant
Membership Dir/Archives Membership Directory – Request directory changes at each meeting. Proof changes, collect photos. Archives – Maintain archives and files at Washington Public Library. Obtain end of year reports from committee chairs. Maintain CWN scrapbook. Rachel Ayers
By-Laws/Retreat By-Laws - Propose revisions of By-Laws to the board. Notify general membership of changes to obtain approval. Distribute revisions. Retreat – Organize an annual retreat that promotes group development for incoming Officers and Board and facilitates the exchanging of ideas to choose a “theme” and direction for the upcoming year. Karen Hix
Leadership Present information and challenges to members about women’s issues and concerns; make members aware of opportunities to develop potential as leaders. Select member to present the “Moment For” at the monthly meeting. Elaine Hollis
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