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Executive Women International^® (EWI) addresses the business professional's quest for personal achievement and drive for professional development. EWI is unique among the myriad of associations in that the company, or firm, holds

the membership, not the individual.

EWI offers many benefits to both the individual representative and the firm. Representatives who participate in EWI have access to a variety of events and programs. Their companies benefit through the professional connections and the recognition received as business leaders locally and internationally.

We focus on Connections, Careers and Community.

Connections - Promoting member firms and its representatives. We believe that connecting is about the dynamic evolving relationship linking our Chapters, our administrative team, our members and the larger communities we live and work in.
Careers - Enhancing personal and professional development through learning programs and EWI's Academy of Leadership
Community - Encouraging involvement by donating time and resources to improve lives through scholarship programs, literacy initiatives and other community programs.

The Chattanooga Chapter meets monthly; typically the second Tuesday evening.

Monthly Highlight of Firm, Executive and Member Representative schedule.

Information about joining and member benefits.

President's Message

June is upon us and that means one thing. It’s time for our annual Executive Luncheon! It’s the best opportunity to educate your executive on what EWI of Chattanooga is all about. Joining us as our guest speaker is newly elected Mayor Andy Berke.

We have reached a very exciting milestone! We just awarded our first $1,000 EWISP scholarship to a high school senior. The lucky recipient was Chattanooga Girls Leadership Academy graduate Kaitlin Newton. That means that so far this year we have donated $22,000 in scholarship money! Ladies, you are amazing. There is no way we could have raised this money without each and every one of you.

As we approach the end of this year, we have a lot to look forward to. First up is our Support the Troops philanthropy project. Don’t forget to bring your donations to Charlie and Kathy! Then, it’s time to gear up for the Barnyard Auction. Sharon and the fundraising committee will be asking for everyone’s help to make sure it’s a success again this year! From that we jump right into Leadership Conference and Annual Meeting in sunny San Diego. If you’d like to attend, but your firm won’t cover all of the cost, don’t forget to fill out the sponsorship application and turn it in to me by June 15^th! Finally, the Nominating Committee is working on the slate of officers for next year’s board. Please be sure to fill out the straw ballot and turn them in to Kristina Smith.

See you at the Executive Luncheon in June!

Sincerely,

Ani Yacoubian, Yacoubian Tailors

Member Firm Highlight

First Tennessee Bank

The company:

A premier financial services company

Powering dreams – it's what our regional bank, First Tennessee, a part of the First Horizon National Corporation family of companies does each day, serving families and businesses through about 180 locations statewide. So how does a bank power dreams? It starts with an innovative list of products and services that provide value and convenience throughout your life and the life of your business.

But it's more than just a myriad of products. It is also a promise to back each of the products and services we offer with helpful and friendly people who are committed to providing you with smart, relevant financial advice. From your first checking account to the loan you need to build a home or a business, we are committed to Powering Your Dreams^®.

The representative: Kristina Smith, Retail Business Banking Manager

Office Furniture Warehouse

The company:

Office Furniture Warehouse is a buyer and seller of used office furniture. We specialize in the sale and installation pre-owned furniture, chair repair, carpet sales and installation. OFW helps companies respond to the challenges of growth, change and relocation.

Unlike other dealerships that function largely to sell new furniture, we help you solve a number of variety of facility issues that are the core of your business. At OFW we have the experience to interface with your architect, interior designer and other vendors to develop facility solutions.

We are passionate about the environment and work to help keep quality used furniture in the workplace and out of the landfill which in turns saves money and energy. We strive to be the most respected solution provider through principle-centered leadership, a commitment to uncompromised quality and a spirit of entrepreneurialism.

The representative: Beverly Jerman, Vice President Business Development

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What Chattanooga
says about EWI...

"I am pleased that Executive Women International (EWI) is serving business women in our state, and I support their work of enhancing careers, promoting connections, and most of all encouraging community involvement.

As someone who ran a company, I saw firsthand the tremendous positive impact EWI had on one member of my staff in particular, and through her involvement in the organization her professional growth and confidence were greatly enhanced.

I wholeheartedly endorse the work and the mission of EWI."

---U.S. Senator, Bob Corker

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