NAWIC #367 http://bgnawic.org Tue, 06 Jul 2010 20:48:37 +0000 http://wordpress.org/?v=2.8.4 en hourly 1 The Art of Networking http://bgnawic.org/2010/07/the-art-of-networking/ http://bgnawic.org/2010/07/the-art-of-networking/#comments Tue, 06 Jul 2010 20:47:40 +0000 Christine Parsons http://bgnawic.org/?p=133 Are you networking and not getting the results you want?  Do you feel overwhelmed at a networking event?  Word of mouth can turn a company product or service into a roaring success.  How you network with co-workers, lunches and meetings can change your professional image.  Learn how to get the best results by attending this meeting!  Our speaker will be Stephanie Ringer, co-owner of WorkShop, the creative workplace in Louisville, KY. 

  • Date:  Thursday, July 15, 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 guests, 1st time guests are free.
  • Reservations required.  Contact Susan Cox by noon on Tuesday, July 13.

]]> http://bgnawic.org/2010/07/the-art-of-networking/feed/ 0 Four Tops Presentations and Election of Officers http://bgnawic.org/2010/06/four-tops-presentations-and-election-of-officers/ http://bgnawic.org/2010/06/four-tops-presentations-and-election-of-officers/#comments Wed, 09 Jun 2010 21:14:08 +0000 Christine Parsons http://bgnawic.org/?p=130 What happens at a Regional event doesn’t always stay at a Regional event.  Be sure to join us for this month’s meeting and find out what your representatives learned.  The brief presentations will review information from a few of the seminars and the experience of meeting other NAWIC members from our five-state region.  Topics and their presenters include:

Sexual Harassment – Grace Northcutt

Networking Happens – Boo Blakey

E-Mail, Social Networks and E-ddictions – Christine Parsons

Personal Finances – Cindy Hiens

  • Date:  Thursday, June 17, 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, June 15.

New Member Reception & NAWIC 101

Whether you just joined our chapter, thinking about joining or are a long time member, this event is just for you!  Find out how to get the most of your membership, navigate websites, what committees do, opportunities for educational and leadership training, and answers to your questions.  All members are invited with new members as our guests of honor!

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This month’s meeting will be a tour of the Queen City facility.  Join us as we find out large format digital processes, scanning, data management and printing services offered by QCR.  Need help in producing multiple copies of O&M manuals?  How about job site signage?  Getting ready to market that next design-build job?  Member Bethany Ridiman will show us how they can help you shine!

  • Date:  Thursday, May 20, 2010
  • Time:  5:30 pm networking,  6:00 program and tour
  • Location:  2456 Fortune Dr., Suite 120, Lexington (map)
  • Reservations required.  Contact Susan Cox by noon on Tuesday, May 18.

]]> http://bgnawic.org/2010/05/queen-city-reprographics/feed/ 0 Ms. Fix-It Saturday, April 24 http://bgnawic.org/2010/03/ms-fix-it-saturday-april-24/ http://bgnawic.org/2010/03/ms-fix-it-saturday-april-24/#comments Fri, 19 Mar 2010 13:58:12 +0000 Christine Parsons http://bgnawic.org/?p=99 You’re Invited!

This event is a day filled with how-to classes and demonstrations on simple home repairs.  Learn about drywall repairs, plumbing basics, electrical safety, window blinds, measurments, energy saving solutions, organizing, decorating, hardware installation and much, much more.  So join us!  And bring a friend!  For a class schedule and event sponsors click here. 

  • Date:  Saturday, April 24
  • Time:  9:00 am to 3:00 pm
  • Location:  Bluegrass Community & Technical Bldg., Academic Technical Bldg., 470 Cooper Dr.  (map)
  • Cost:  $15.00 payable at the door
  • Take one class or stay all day!

    • Sponsorships are still available; click here for information.  Interested in setting up a display?  Contact Stacia Sharff.

    April’s chapter meeting = Job Site Tour

    Ever wondered how your school tax funds are spent?  Here’s your chance to learn more about a new school in our community – Arlington Elementary.  Hear about the project from the design to its completion from the architects, general contractor and subcontractors involved in the construction.

    • Date:  Thursday, April 15, 2010
    • Time:  5:30 pm networking,  6:00 program and tour
    • Location:  Arlington Elementary School  (map)
    • Reservations required.  Contact Susan Cox by noon on Tuesday, April 13.

    ]]>     http://bgnawic.org/2010/03/ms-fix-it-saturday-april-24/feed/ 0     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

    ]]>     http://bgnawic.org/2010/01/perspectives-inc-showroom-tour/feed/ 0     Get Connected! http://bgnawic.org/2009/10/get-connected/ http://bgnawic.org/2009/10/get-connected/#comments Sat, 31 Oct 2009 16:23:41 +0000 Christine Parsons http://bgnawic.org/?p=60 Have you ever been on a phone call with a bad connection?  Have you ever plugged in a lamp that you know works into an outlet that you know has power only to find out there’s no light?  Connections, or a lack thereof, can be frustrating to say the least!  Rea N. Waldon, Ph.D., Senior Vice President for the Economic Empowerment & Entrepreneurship for the Urban League of Greater Cincinnati will teach us ‘How to Get Connected as Women in Construction Businesses’.

    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.

    ]]>     http://bgnawic.org/2009/10/get-connected/feed/ 0     Accountability and You http://bgnawic.org/2009/09/accountability-and-you/ http://bgnawic.org/2009/09/accountability-and-you/#comments Wed, 23 Sep 2009 20:21:25 +0000 Christine Parsons http://bgnawic.org/?p=44 Do you see the glass as half full or half empty?  Do you welcome feedback or react defensively to suggestions for improvement?  Do you spend time worrying about things you can’t control?  Find out how your answers to these questions will make the difference between success and failure in your professional life.  Gwen Hart, Director of Event Management with Marriott will address the ‘victim cycle’ and who to recognize it.  No matter where you are in the hierarchy of your company this presentation will help you rise above the circumstances and get results!

    • 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.

    ]]>     http://bgnawic.org/2009/09/accountability-and-you/feed/ 0     Arbitration & Construction Law http://bgnawic.org/2009/09/arbitration-construction-law/ http://bgnawic.org/2009/09/arbitration-construction-law/#comments Fri, 11 Sep 2009 12:10:52 +0000 Christine Parsons http://bgnawic.org/?p=42 Guest speaker Ryan Loghry is an Associate with Stites & Harbison, PLLC and a member of the Construction Service Group.  Mr. Loghry is a litigator who handles commercial construction disputes of all kinds, including defending general contractors against nonpayment and defect claims and asserting and defending mechanics’ and materialmen’s lien claims on public and private projects.  Join us and learn more about the arbitration process and laws!

    • 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.

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