Telling Your ABWA Story

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Telling Your ABWA Story
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Agenda

• Agenda
• Introduction
• Why are we are Here
• Background
• Expected Outcomes
• ABWA Challenge
• Chapter Overview
• What the Journey means to you
• Creating our own Stories
• Committing to the Future

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Introduction

• Personal Background
• Concept of the story

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Why are we here?
Why are we here?
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Outcomes of the Session
Outcomes of the Session
We will leave the session with a clear
understanding of

• The journey our association is taking
• The strength of our history
• Our vision for the future

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Outcomes of the Session- Cont.

• What this journey means for the future
• How we can make a difference
• The contributions we can make
• The success stories we can create
• Our commitment to tell our story

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Why are you here?
Why are you here?
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Chapter One
We have a solid foundation
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We have a solid foundation
The mission on whichwe were founded isas
relevant today as50 years ago
Proven track recordof support
Founding membersprovide mentorshipfor next
generation
We have a solid foundation
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Chapter Two
Our differences are our strength
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Our differences are our strength
Diversity ofoccupations formsan
unequallednetwork
Our cultural diversity inspirescreativity
Our generationaldiversity secures ourfuture
ABWA/ Business Track/Fun
Our differencesare our strength
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Chapter Three
Our future is our bond
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Our future is our bond
Members around thecountry unite bya common bond
We are more thanmembers-we arefamily
A nationwide support systembuilds
confidenceand security
Our future isour Bond
Regional and national conferences uniteus in
lastingfriendships
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Chapter Four
We have the formula to succeed
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We have the formula to succeed
Top-Notch programs relevant to todays needs
Nationwidesupport system
Multi-generationalappeal
The formula to Succeed
A firm foundation

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Chapter Five
We are in the right place
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We are in the right place
Downsizing
Rightsizing
Reskilling
What career mindedwomen need
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What does the journey mean to me?
What does the journey mean for us as members of
ABWA?
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Chapter Six
We are focusing on
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Were focusing on.
Reaching thenext generationof ABWA
Sustaining growth forgenerationsto come
Articulatingthe ABWA valueproposition
ABWA extreme makeover
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Exploring our stories

• Split into groups
• Explore stories that illustrate how you or your
  colleagues are contributing to the ABWA Story
• Stories about one of the chapters, or the five
  areas of focus
• For instance, a story demonstrating how your
  career has benefited from your ABWA experience
• You have 10 minutes

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Whats your story?
Seize the opportunity!
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Seize the opportunity!
Our commitmentto growth securesour future
forgenerations
ABWA needs your help toachieve our growth
potential
Expand the legacythat founded us andsustain our
futureTogether!
ABWA-Professional womens organization of choice
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In six months time what stories will you create
that demonstrate how we have made a difference to
the ABWA Story?
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Commitment
My Commitment..
My commitment to ABWA is.
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Thats my story and Im sticking to it
The ABWA Story