President’s Message

September 2009

Greetings!

Summer is a time to refresh and plan for the next season.  However, we don’t want to let the summer go without thanking those that helped to make our now annual “Dutch Treat” Networking Luncheons a great success.   Special thanks to Sally McNamara for her efforts, our hostesses (Yvonne Cook, Rosemary Fulton, Renee Stanton, Henri Boysen, Charlene Santucci Hall, Stevie Graves), and of course those of you that attended.  We thank all of you, current members and prospective members, for taking the time to learn about NWCT and participate in this fascinating experience.

As we look ahead to the new season, you’ll notice that we are busy making changes to enhance your NWCT experience.  To name a few:

• New Website, Same Address  – with a new “look” which will continue to evolve, allow the organization to bring more functionality to the web, and include a “Members Only” section (www.nwct-phila.org)
• Programs – Based on event feedback, we heard and are delivering  more opportunities to network; we are increasing our networking meetings and decreasing our speaker-led sessions
• Event Rates – With respect to the economy and feedback, we have lowered our rates for this upcoming season of meetings and networking events; membership rates will remain the same

We would also like you to welcome our incoming NWCT Board.  Our board is a team that’s passionate about our vision, diverse in our outlook, and possesses broad technical, career, and business experiences.   We encourage our members to support our Board by volunteering on Board Committee(s) and choosing to challenge yourself, share your talents, and shape the future of NWCT.

We’re sorry to see the summer go, but we welcome the fall season with the excitement of new beginnings.  Support your new beginning by supporting NWCT and attending an event, becoming a member, renewing your membership, and sharing your genius with others.

We have an exciting Program line-up for the season.  See you there!

Lanina Cavicchio

President