June Letter from the President

Summer is here and I can’t believe I am writing my final message as your President. While this time has gone by rather quickly, I am excited for Nicole Coon to take the reins and look forward to the next year with Nicole at the wheel.  

As I reflect on this past year, none of this would be possible without the time, energy and funding provided by many involved. I would like to take a moment to personally thank everyone for making this year a success. 

First and foremost, to the current board and chapter administrator:
Jen Ruthig, CMP – Immediate Past President
Nicole Coon, CMP – President Elect
Lisa Albers – Vice President, Education
Sheila Harris – Vice President, Leadership Development
Monique Rochard-Marine, CMP, CMM-- Vice President, Marketing & Communications
Becky Pomorin – Vice President, Membership
Barb Madigan – Vice President, Strategic Alliances
Jackie Darsow – Director, Education
Elizabeth Sherry – Director, Marketing & Communications
Jenn Hultman – Director of Membership Retention & Care
Rachel Jensen – Director of Membership Recruitment
Clint Greenebaum, CMP – Director, Special Events
Karin Peterson, CMP – Director, Sponsorships & Advertising
Joy DesMarais-Lanz – Chapter Administrator

A huge thank you to each of you! We worked through a lot this past year and I could not have done it without you!

To all the committee volunteers, a special thank you to each of you as well. Without your commitment to our chapter, the events we provide would not be possible. You have all stepped up when asked and taken on the tasks and challenges like true leaders. What an incredible team of talented people.

To our sponsors, words cannot express how grateful we are to have your support. There are times we place a lot of asks on this group and I am always humbled at their willingness to step up and assist our chapter. I look forward to the continued collaboration in the upcoming years. 

Finally, to our members, I thank you all for being a part of this organization. My hope is that you are finding the guidance and support you desire from your fellow members and the chapter. I am fortunate to see many of you at the monthly meetings and special chapter events. For those we do not see as often, hopefully, we can see you this next year. We would love the opportunity to get to know each one of you.  

As I close out this letter and my term as your Chapter President on June 30th, I thank you for the opportunity to do my part in guiding you over this past year. Cheers to 40 years!