Women in Management The Organization The Members The Committees Get Involved!

Women in Management (WIM) is a gathering of women at all stages of their careers who meet for the purpose of enhancing professional development through networking, special programs and community outreach. Energetic luncheons are held bi-monthly featuring hot topics of interest to women in the workplace, often spotlighting the movers and shakers of our community.

WIM is an affiliate of the Michigan City Area Chamber of Commerce and is overseen by a steering committee and Chamber staff. Through the Chamber of Commerce, WIM presents the ATHENA Award annually. This event and the award recognize the chievements of individuals whose professional accomplishments and community service further the advancement of women in the workplace as well as impact women's issues.

WIM Members receive a lapel pin, special pricing for luncheons and programming, periodic newsletters and valuable information.

Women in Managment members are progressive individuals looking for ways to:

• Become involved in their business community
• Continue their professional and personal development
• Interface with other women from a variety of businesses and vocations

Members represent a vast array of occupations and work fields. They are the current leaders and directors of for profit and not-for-profit companies as well as the next generation of top executives. Each is responsible for professional functions within their organization regardless of its size and purpose.

Several committess coordinate activities and projects and members are encouraged to participate in their area of interest. These committees include:

Membership/Marketing - recruiting and retaining members; selling the organization and its value to the community.
Programming - bringing effective and synergized learning and information opportunities to members.
Scholarship - organizing and developing criteria, evaluating applicants and awarding to deserving individual(s).
Symposium/ATHENA - planning and implementing annual trade show/seminar series; leading process of ATHENA award presentation and application process.
Mentoring - committing time, experience and talent to a student for one-on-one, flexible, dynamic and mutual learning opportunities.
Book Club - a fun gathering of additional networking and study of business related and not-so-serious topics of interest.
Golf Network - a recreational opportunity to swing a club or two and meet a new friend or two.

Mentoring

As an integral part of its mission, Women in Management is dedicated to providing a launching pad for professional and personal development of women within the community. Members have the opportunity to serve as mentors for college students who are preparing for careers in a variety of fields.

Mentoring is a valuable means of volunteerism for the member, providing:

Service to the community
Qualified employee leads
A way to share real-life experiences, successes and challenges

Mentoring opens doors for future professionals by providing:

Non-traditional learning
Hands-on experience and real-life example
Networking

Membership rates are as follows:

	$40	Members of the Michigan City Area Chamber
	$45	Members of other LaPorte County chambers
	$50	Public

For more info, please e-mail us or call 219-874-6221.