Sister Society Chapter: Central TX Sister Society
meeting_location of Meeting: Mardel's, 4324 W Waco Dr, Waco TX 76710 6-7pm
Sponsor of Meeting: CMC Flex
Number of Attendees: 9
Sister Society Chapter: Central TX Sister Society
meeting_location of Meeting: Mardel's, 4324 W Waco Dr, Waco TX 76710 6-7pm
Sponsor of Meeting: CMC Flex
Number of Attendees: 9
Last week, 78 professionals came together for the Pathways to Empowerment virtual summit, hosted by GoWest Global Women’s Leadership Network (GWLN) Sister Societies. The event provided a space to connect, learn, and grow through meaningful conversations and shared experiences.
The summit included breakout sessions led by inspiring women from across the credit union industry, covering topics like:
Each session gave attendees a chance to hear real stories, learn practical strategies, and gain fresh perspectives from leaders who are making an impact in their fields.
We’re so grateful to everyone who joined us and made this event a success. It’s a reminder of what we can accomplish when we come together to support and inspire one another.
Sister Society Chapter: Canada
meeting_location of Meeting: Virtual
Sponsor of Meeting: CCUA
Meeting Topic: Making Our Voices Heard: Amplifying Women's Visibility and Representation in the Workplace.
Speakers: Deborah Busrard, Professor Emerita, University of British Columbia, Armita Alikhani, Chief Marketing and Strategy Officer, BlueShore Financial, Shanti Samaroo, Chief Financial Officer, Atlantic Edge Credit Union, and Drew Murray, Program Manager, eLeadership Academy, as moderator
Number of Attendees: 55
Meeting Minutes: Click Here To Download
On Oct. 29, more than 130 credit union women gathered to kick off the Indiana Sister Society of the Global Women’s Leadership Network (GWLN) Sister Society in Indiana. The daylong meeting featured speakers on a variety of motivational and leadership topics, as well as opening speaker Eleni Giakoumopoulos, GWLN Director at the Worldwide Foundation. Giakoumopoulos presented “Changing the World through Credit Unions,” and she shared the aggressive goal that was announced at the World Credit Union conference over the summer to grow the reach of credit unions from 400 million to 1 billion people worldwide with at least 50% of those members being women.
Attendees also heard from Jill Nowacki, President/CEO of Humanidei, who presented the “Wheel of Life Workshop.” Andrea Butcher, Executive Director of Next Gen Talent and AE Consulting, presented “The Power in the Pivot as a Female Leader: Embracing Chaos to Get to Clarity.” The day concluded with a networking exercise where participants discussed topics related to women in leadership and the credit union business.
As part of the kickoff, attendees supported Indianapolis Dress for Success by donating items valued at approximately $5,000.
Plans for the meeting came together quickly and were announced at the League Convention Oct. 2-4. The goal was to have 100 women attend the kickoff meeting. Organizers were thrilled to have met and exceeded the goal. The event was sponsored by the Indiana Credit Union League’s Servicecorp and organized by a seven-member co-leader team: Nina Baker, ProFed FCU; Katherine Beauchamp, Hoosier Hills CU; Karen Madry, Afena FCU; Kay Neidlinger, Indiana Credit Union League; Cari Palmer, Energy Plus CU; Amy Sink, Interra CU; and Christina Zazzetti, Hoosier Hills CU.
Of the 128 credit unions in Indiana, 71 are led by women. There were 34 credit unions represented at the event, as well as representatives from the League, Servicecorp, and other credit union system partners.
Plans for 2025 activities and events are underway.
Sister Society Chapter: Canada
meeting_location of Meeting: Virtual
Meeting Topic: Making Our Voices Heard: Amplifying Women's Visibility and Representation in the Workplace.
Speakers: anelists are Mirren Harris, VP, Education and Professional Development, CCUA; Victoria Mainprize, Director, Policy, Legal & Compliance and Asst. Company Secretary, CCUA and Carissa Wall, VP, Administration, Access Credit Union
Number of Attendees: 62
Meeting Minutes: Click Here To Download
Sister Society Chapter: Bay Area Sister Society
meeting_location of Meeting: Virtual
Meeting Topic: Navigating Difficult Discussions & Resolving Conflict
Speakers: Lecia Roundtree
Number of Attendees: 8
Community Charity Supported: GWLN
Dollars or Resources Donated: 50
Sister Society Chapter: Central TX Sister Society
meeting_location of Meeting: Slow Rise Slice House on the Brazos, 1620 N M.L.K. Blvd., Waco TX 76704
Sponsor of Meeting: Open Lending
Meeting Topic: Life: And 2 women that influenced the way I think in a great way!
Speakers: Phil Dysinger, CEO Heart O' Texas FCU
Number of Attendees: 12
Join us for an engaging and inspiring event hosted by the North Texas GWLN Sister Society. We will delve into the strategies and initiatives CEOs of leading credit unions implement to promote and support women's leadership development within their organizations.
Attendees will have the opportunity to hear directly from CEOs who champion gender diversity and inclusivity. Through panel discussions, our esteemed speakers will share their insights, experiences, and best practices for cultivating an environment where women can thrive and excel in leadership role.
Sister Society Chapter: Bay Area Sister Society
meeting_location of Meeting: Virtual
Sponsor of Meeting: San Mateo Credit Union
Meeting Topic: Intersectionality
Speakers: Thalia Moshtag
Number of Attendees: 21
Community Charity Supported: GWLN
Dollars or Resources Donated: $50
Sister Society Chapter: Tennessee
meeting_location of Meeting: Thistle Farms in Nashville, TN
Sponsor of Meeting: Strategic Resource Management
Meeting Topic: 1st TN Sister Society Launch
Speakers: Eleni Giakoumopoulos, TN SS Leadership Team and Survivor/Graduate from Thistle Farms program
Number of Attendees: 65
Community Charity Supported: Thistle Farms
Dollars or Resources Donated: $1,025
Meeting Minutes: Click Here To Download
Sister Society Chapter: Tennessee
meeting_location of Meeting: Thistle Farms in Nashville, TN
Sponsor of Meeting: Strategic Resource Management
Meeting Topic: 1st TN Sister Society Launch
Speakers: Eleni Giakoumopoulos, TN SS Leadership Team and Survivor/Graduate from Thistle Farms program
Number of Attendees: 65
Community Charity Supported: Thistle Farms
Dollars or Resources Donated: $1,025
Meeting Minutes: Click Here To Download
Sister Society Chapter: Illinois Sister Society
meeting_location of Meeting: Virtual
Sponsor of Meeting: Illinois Credit Union Foundation & FHLB Chicago
Meeting Topic: International Women's Day & 1to1Woman Mentoring Program
Speakers: Shellee Mitchell, Audra Pettus, Darlyne Keller, Tena Lozano, Jasmine Taylor-Newton
Number of Attendees: 51
Sister Society Chapter: Illinois Sister Society
meeting_location of Meeting: Virtual
Join Sister Society leaders from across the GoWest region for an inspiring discussion on leadership. Meet a new friend, potential mentor, or mentee, and learn about how to get involved in upcoming local GWLN events in your region.
Follow this link to register: https://gowest.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZ0pdOirrT8oGtVVC_iB4L9Mdgw_roEbWjq3#/registration.
Sister Society Chapter: GWLN
meeting_location of Meeting: Richland, Washington, US
Sponsor of Meeting: HAPO Community Credit Union, Co-op Solutions, PSCU, eLeadership Academy, TruStage
Meeting Topic: Women Steer Your Ship Toward Leadership
Number of Attendees: 50+