Committees 2010 Committees & Committee Chairs

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Below are the descriptions and contact information for our various committees. Whether you are looking to join a short-term project or commit your time for a year, there is an opportunity to get involved for everyone!

 Entrepreneur of the Year Committee:  New in 2007, this local chapter award recognizes a current national REALTOR® member of Women's Council for outstanding business results, mentoring of  women and involvement in the community. The Rochester Chapter presents this award at its annual January Kick-Off Event.
The committee is responsible to procure nominations from the membership and interview eligible candidates. Chair: Jane Feltner

Bylaws/Parliamentarian: Reviews bylaws and amend as needed. Submit amendments to national for approval. Develop and review periodically Standing Rules, which should be voted on each year. Chair: Deborah Weidert

Communications: This committee will support the main communications vehicle (email) for the general membership and other committees. Helps to maintain a database of current members and produce a membership directory. This committee will also oversee the running of WCR local website. Contact Michael O'Connor, Webmaster

Education & Programs - The members of this committee assist the President-Elect in delivering eight programs throughout the year. Tasks include facilities selection, menu details, registration, meeting hospitality, etc. Chair: Lisa Wasson

Finance & Budget: Plan and conduct fund raising programs as needed. Oversee and audit special events checkbook and operating checkbook. Work with special events treasurers to groom for future leadership. Chair: Judy Rynne

Membership Development: Work closely with VP of Membership assist with recruitment and retention of REALTOR(R) and affiliate members. Welcome new members and assist them with networking opportunities. Attend and assist at new member orientation. Chair: Kathy Dexter

Sponsor & Affiliate Member Relations: Works closely with VP of Sponsor & Affiliates with recruitment, retention and recapturing affiliate members. Work with event sponsors, to ensure sponsor value. Chair: Annie Carroll

Strategic Planning: Assist chapter with long range planning. Oversee day-to-day operations with a focus on long-term goal achievement. Define specific steps required to a successful achievement of chapter's long-term goals. Chair: Mary Jane Mahon

Special Events

Businesswoman of the Year: A high-powered, high-energy networking event designed to showcase the mission and vision of our organization. Chair: Jane Feltner

Golf Scramble: Annual Golf Tournament- This committee is responsible for putting together the annual golf tournament that supports our chapter's operation. The event, historically a sell-out, is held in early June. The committee begins meeting early in the year. A variety of tasks are available including event management, publicity, sponsor solicitation, registration, etc. Chair: Cindy Moriarty

Fall Fashion Show and Charity Basket Auction Committee- Each year WCR hosts one charity event designed to give back to the community. For the past several years the charity has included breast cancer education as a majority of our members have been touched personally by this tragic disease. The committee starts its work mid-year for the October event. There are many opportunities available to model, assist with fashions, publicity, basket solicitation, decorating, etc. Chair: Sharlene Nally