NAWIC #367 http://bgnawic.org Fri, 26 Feb 2010 18:16:25 +0000 http://wordpress.org/?v=2.8.4 en hourly 1 Dispute Resolution http://bgnawic.org/2010/02/dispute-resolution/ http://bgnawic.org/2010/02/dispute-resolution/#comments Fri, 26 Feb 2010 18:14:59 +0000 Christine Parsons http://bgnawic.org/?p=91 Ever find yourself amidst the world’s largest game of “he said…she said?”  Has the economy put you in a tight spot as you find no alternative but legal action to collect monies owed to you?  On March 18th you’ll have the chance to hear from industry experts such as Chauncey Davis, Vice President of the American Arbitration Association about dispute resolution tips.  In addition, you’ll have the opportunity to learn priceless communication tactics to help you turn the time spending arguing into time you spend making your business a success.

  • Date:  Thursday, March 18, 2010
  • Time:  5:30 pm networking,  6:00 program and meeting
  • Location:  Marriott Griffin Gate Resort, 1800 Newtown Pike  (map)
  • Cost:  $20.00 Members and previous members, 1st time guests are free.
  • Reservations required.  Contact Susan Cox by noon on Tuesday, March 16.

Mark your calendar for Ms. Fix-It!          April 24, 2010

This event is a day filled with how-to classes and demonstrations on simple home repairs.  We welcome attendees from our community and ask for a small admission price of $15.  Stay tuned for class schedule and more details.

If you would like to sponsor this event, click here for information.  Interested in teaching a class or setting up a display?  Contact Stacia Sharff.

]]> http://bgnawic.org/2010/02/dispute-resolution/feed/ 0 Southside Technical Center http://bgnawic.org/2010/01/southside-technical-center/ http://bgnawic.org/2010/01/southside-technical-center/#comments Fri, 29 Jan 2010 15:38:49 +0000 Christine Parsons http://bgnawic.org/?p=83 How did you first get started on the construction career path?  For many in the area it was through a technical training program such as the one at Southside Technical Center.  On February 18th we’ll be visiting Southside’s construction classrooms to learn more about their curriculum and their mission to improve students’ exposure to the skilled trades.

  • Date:  Thursday, February 18, 2010
  • Time:  5:30 pm networking,  6:00 program and meeting
  • Location:  1800 Harrodsburg Rd.  (map)
  • Cost:  $13.00 Members and previous members, 1st time guests are free.
  • Reservations required.  Contact Susan Cox by noon on Tuesday, February 16.

Mark your calendar for Ms. Fix-It!          April 24, 2010

This event is a day filled with how-to classes and demonstrations on simple home repairs.  We welcome attendees from our community and ask for a small admission price of $15.  Stay tuned for class schedule and more details.

If you would like to sponsor this event, click here for information.  Interested in teaching a class or setting up a display?  Contact Stacia Sharff.

]]> http://bgnawic.org/2010/01/southside-technical-center/feed/ 0 Perspectives, Inc. Showroom Tour http://bgnawic.org/2010/01/perspectives-inc-showroom-tour/ http://bgnawic.org/2010/01/perspectives-inc-showroom-tour/#comments Wed, 06 Jan 2010 21:45:11 +0000 Christine Parsons http://bgnawic.org/?p=71 NAWIC member Melanie Roederer will provide us with a tour of the Perspectives showroom and talk about the different products that the company carries.  Melanie will also give a demonstration to show how they can design window treatments for customers online.  Perspectives, Inc. – Celebrating 30 years!

  • Date:  Thursday, January 21, 2010
  • Time:  5:30 pm networking,  6:00 program and meeting
  • Location:  352 Longview Plaza  (map)
  • Perspectives will provide nourishment – Thank You!
  • Reservations required.  Contact Susan Cox by noon on Tuesday, January 19.

Mark your calendar for upcoming meetings!

Thursday, February 18 – Meet the regional candidates for Director

Thursday, March 18 – American Arbitration Association

Thursday, April 15 – Tour of Arlington Elementary job site

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Whether you own a business, aspire to, are looking for ways to expand the involvement your employer has with local disadvantaged businesses, or simply desire to learn alongside and support other women in the industry… this meeting will be a great way to start getting connected!

  • Date:  Thursday,November 19, 2009
  • Time:  5:30 pm networking and dinner, 6:30 program and meeting
  • Location:  Marriott Griffin Gate Resort, Newtown Pike (map)
  • Cost:  $20
  • Reservations required.  Contact Susan Cox by noon on November 17.

Holiday Social & Anniversary Celebration

Tuesday, December 1, 2009  – Members, guests, spouses and friends are all welcome!  Contact Boo Blakey for more information.

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  • Date:  Thursday, October 15, 2009
  • Time:  5:30 pm networking and dinner, 6:30 program and meeting
  • Location:  Marriott Griffin Gate Resort, Newtown Pike (map)
  • Cost:  $20
  • Reservations required.  Contact Susan Cox by noon on October 13.
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  • Date:  Thursday, September 17, 2009
  • Time:  5:30 pm networking and dinner, 6:30 program and meeting
  • Location:  Marriott Griffin Gate Resort, Newtown Pike (map)
  • Cost:  $20
  • Reservations required.  Contact Susan Cox by noon on September 15.
]]> http://bgnawic.org/2009/09/arbitration-construction-law/feed/ 0 Planning Our Future http://bgnawic.org/2009/08/planning-our-future/ http://bgnawic.org/2009/08/planning-our-future/#comments Fri, 07 Aug 2009 18:19:40 +0000 Christine Parsons http://bgnawic.org/?p=41 It’s an all NAWIC night as we make plans for the coming year.  We are a member driven association so be sure to participate and make YOUR voice heard!  Do you have requests for meeting topics or speakers?  Would you like to be part of a study group for a NAWIC Education Foundation certification?  Would you like to see joint meetings with other construction industry groups?  Active participation in the planning process will help us enhance YOUR success!  Guests are welcome too, as this will be a very informative evening about our Bluegrass chapter.

And stay tuned for a surprise presentation from chapter president Elaine Boyd and board member Mary Gail Engle.  They’ve got something up their sleeves – don’t miss it!

  • Date:  Thursday, August 20, 2009
  • Time:  5:30 pm networking and dinner, 6:30 program and meeting
  • Location:  Marriott Griffin Gate Resort, Newtown Pike (map)
  • Cost:  $20
  • Reservations required.  Contact Susan Cox by noon on August 18.
]]> http://bgnawic.org/2009/08/planning-our-future/feed/ 0 Creative Kitchen & Bath – Showroom Tour http://bgnawic.org/2009/07/creative-kitchen-bath-showroom-tour/ http://bgnawic.org/2009/07/creative-kitchen-bath-showroom-tour/#comments Fri, 10 Jul 2009 13:49:49 +0000 Christine Parsons http://bgnawic.org/?p=39 What’s new in Kitchen & Bath design?  What products will we be seeing more of in the future?  Join us for a tour of Creative Kitchen & Bath.  Their spacious showrooms feature a variety of products partnering with only the finest cabinet makers and plumbing manufacturers.  The company provides the latest in design for the kitchen and bath and also professional installation of cabinets.  Chapter member Melani Fosson is the showroom manager. 

  • Date:  Thursday, July 16, 2009
  • Time:  5:30 pm networking and dinner, 6:30 program and tour
  • Location:  1141 Industry Rd.
  • Cost:  $7
  • Reservations required.  Contact Susan Cox by noon on July 13.
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  • Date:  Thursday, June 18, 2009
  • Time:  5:30 pm networking and dinner, 6:30 program and meeting
  • Location:  Marriott Griffin Gate Resort, Newtown Pike (map)
  • Cost:  $20
  • Reservations required.  Contact Susan Cox by noon on June 16.
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  • Date:  Thursday, April 16, 2009
  • Time:  5:30 pm networking, 6:00 tour and meeting
  • Location:  914 Delaware Ave. (off Winchester Rd.)  Map
  • Reservations required.  Contact Susan Cox by noon on April 14.

The Bluegrass chapter is hosting a regional NAWIC meeting May 15 – 17, 2009.  Professional and personal development, construction related seminars, regional awards and more await you!  Find out more here .

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