Foundation Committee, February 1, 2024

The February 1, 2024, was under the direction of the Foundation Committee, Robin Balke, chair. Pettis County Joint Communications Director, Dannelle Lauder, was the guest speaker at the SBW February dinner meeting. She was presented a certificate of appreciation for being Pettis County’s first female 911 Director and the only female in a public safety command position in Pettis County. SBW President, Julie Slocum, presented the award. Congratulations, Dannelle, on being a Pettis County Female Trailblazer!

Red Purse raffle tickets and Members Only Clutch tickets were sold until the beginning of the meeting. The red purse was a Joy Susan brand purse with an interchangeable smaller purse, along with gift cards/certificates, cash, and prizes valued at $500. The Members Only Clutch was a Coach clutch along with gift cards/certificates, cash, and prizes.

Kristie Schear was the lucky winner of the 2024 Red Purse Raffle. Congratulations! Lori Haney won the Members Only Clutch, and Denise Bryant won the two In Her Shoes tickets. Congratulations, Lori and Denise.


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Membership Committee, January 4, 2024

The January Meeting was under the direction of the Membership Committee, Joyce Grinstead chair.

Mike Van Deusen, Security Officer and K9 handler at Bothwell Regional Health Center, was the guest speaker at the January meeting of the Sedalia Business Women. Van Deusen and K9 officer Ringo started their duties at Bothwell in September 2023. The interesting presentation garnered many questions from those in attendance.

Three new members were installed at the January dinner meeting. Pictured left to right: Joyce Grinstead, SBW Membership Chair; Heather Hawkins-Hoehne, Pettis County Sheriff’s Office; Carolyn Green, sponsor of Heather and Christy; Christy Cunningham, Walmart Online Grocery Pickup; Dena Stockstill, sponsor of Jennifer; Jennifer Dickinson, Mid-Missouri Pelvic Health

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SBW Socials Committee, December 7, 2023

President Julie Slocum called the December meeting to order. Debbie Ulmer gave the invocation. Valerie Dent won the Ugly Sweater Contest.

The meeting was under the direction of the Socials Committee, and the program was the Annual Christmas Party. What great fun! Merry Christmas to all.

Packages for the Gift Exchange!
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SBW Public Relations Meeting, November 2, 2023

The November dinner meeting of Sedalia Business Women was under the direction of the Public Relations Committee, Faith Bemiss, chair.

 The Club was excited to announce that Joyce Grinstead was chosen as the SBW Woman of the Year and that the Pettis County Sheriff’s Office was chosen as the Employer of the Year.

President Julie Slocum presented a check and leggings to Smith Cotton Junior High School Social Worker, Denise Woolery.

Michelle Sparks, President of the Business Women of Missouri, gave an update on upcoming events.

The Club extended appreciation to Jamie Anderson for preparing the November 1st meal for the Community Café. A big thank you to the members who donated the food items. The January menu will be soup.

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SBW Legislative Committee Meeting – October 5, 2023

The October dinner meeting was under the direction of the Legislative Committee, Lori Wightman, chair. Guest speaker was Tina Boggess, Second Ward Councilwoman for the City of Sedalia was the guest speaker. She gave an informative (and at times, humorous) presentation of her journey into municipal politics, making history as the first Black female Mayor Pro-Tem, and the challenges faced by the Sedalia City Council.

Robin Balke reported on Community Café and SBW members volunteering every other month starting November 1st. We would need to be at the Community Café at 4:30 to begin preparation set up.

Installing New Members

New members, Rachelle Simon, Shawna Comfort and Arianna Martinez, were installed. Donna  Hirner is the sponsor of new member, Rachelle Simon; new member, Jamie Anderson is the sponsor of Shawna Comfort, Joyce Grinstead, and SBW President, Julie Slocum. Rachelle is the Executive Director of the Pettis County United Way and Shawna Comfort is the owner of Trendi Relectionz Salon.

The Sedalia Business Women would like to thank Smith Cotton High School students, Sally Davis and Stephanie Diaz, for their assistance at our October dinner meeting. These young ladies were quite helpful during the dinner.

Julie Slocum discussed her Business Women’s week Service Project with Smith Cotton Junior High Social Workers. They are requesting donations of black leggings and grey or black sweat pants in sizes preferably in medium or large for their young ladies.

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SBW Career Advancement Meeting, September 7, 2023

President Elect Janice Cones, (left), and Debbie Ulmer at microphone.

In the absence of President Julie Slocum, the September dinner meeting of the Sedalia Business Women was called to order by Janice Cones, President-Elect at 6:30 p.m. at the Shrine Multi-Purpose Building. Debbie Ulmer, Chaplain, gave the invocation. Janice Cones led the club in the Club Collect followed by the Pledge of Allegiance. Joyce Grinstead introduced the guests.

President Elect Janice Cones and Joyce Grinstead

The September dinner meeting was under the direction of the Career Advance Committee, Dianne Simon, chair. The program for the evening was presentation of scholarships. The speakers were scholarship recipients: Rachel Monaghan, Heather Hawkins, Megan Fitzwater, and Nakiya Poindexter.

Tickets and flyers for the October 22nd Chicken Dinner were available at the September meeting. The sign-up sheet was passed around and will be passed around at October meeting as well.

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Back to School Bash Aug. 23

The Sedalia Business Women participated in the “Back to School Bash” held at State Fair Community College. They had many business/organizations represented and a lot of students took advantage of the event to learn more about what is available in the community.

Did you know the Sedalia Business Women also have a LinkedIn page? Build your professional network by searching “Sedalia Business Women” or via this link: https://www.linkedin.com/groups/8310130/

Students enrolled in at least nine college hours get a discounted student membership rate of only $20 for a one-year membership! (Pro-rated per month of the year.)

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BWM Leadership Conference

August 5 & 6, 2023, Hotel Bothwell, Sedalia

Twenty ladies from various locations in Missouri attended the Business Women of Missouri Board of directors meeting held Friday, August 4 at Hotel Bothwell in Sedalia.

The Business Women of Missouri Vice-President, Linda Breckle, held a raffle for a margarita party basket at the BWM Board Meeting and Leadership Conference held over the weekend. Sedalia Business Women member, Janice Cones, was the winner and is shown receiving the basket from BWM Member, Deb Saffer.

The Business Women of Missouri held their Board of Directors Meeting Friday, August 4, at the Hotel Bothwell in Sedalia. Sedalia Business Women member and BWM State President, Michelle Sparks, presided over the meeting. Other SBW members participating were:

Della Schnakenberg – BWM Mentoring Chair, Rachelle Monaghan – BWM Recording Secretary, Donna Hirner-Gardner – BWM Nominations Chair, Dianne Simon – BWM Leadership Conference Co-Chair and State Conference Co-Chair, Robin Balke – BWM Public Relations/Marketing Chair, Board Meeting Coordinator, Leadership Conference Co-Chair, and State Conference Co-Chair

Speakers

The Business Women of Missouri 2023 Leadership Conference was held Saturday, August 5, at the Hotel Bothwell in Sedalia. Four speakers were featured:

Deanna Barklage, Director of the Behavioral Health Support Program at State Fair Community College, who presented on the topic of mental wellness and how to reduce /deal with stress.

Sarah Nail, Communications Instructor at State Fair Community College, who presented on your personal/professional brand and how to give an elevator speech.

Colonel Sandra Nestor, Commander of the 509th Medical group at Whiteman Air Force Base, who presented on leadership skills and overcoming barriers.

Tami Benus, Business Women of Missouri Individual Growth Committee Chair, who presented on virtual tools to use at home/work, and cyber security tips.

President Michelle Sparks and event organizers Robin Balke and Dianne Simon

The Mission of the Business Women of Missouri is:

• To empower women personally, politically, and professionally.

• To achieve equity for women in the workplace through advocacy, education and information.

The Vision of the Business Women of Missouri is:

• To achieve equity personally, politically, and professionally.

The Objectives of the Business Women of Missouri are:

• To elevate the standards for women wherever they may be employed.
• To promote the interest of working women to bring about a spirit of cooperation among all working women of Missouri.
• To extend opportunities to working women through education, information, and fellowship.

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SBW Issues Management, July 6, 2023

SBW president, Julie A. Brownfield Slocum, presided over the meeting; the invocation was provided by Debbie Ulmer; the guests were introduced by Joyce Grinstead; Rachel Sallee Monaghan, Issues Management Chair, introduced the speaker, Faith Benson-Bemiss.

Faith discussed her humanitarian trip to Ukraine. Rachel presented her with an honorarium check.

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June 1, 2023, SBW Dinner Meeting – Finance Committee

Chaplain Debbie Ulmer and President Julie Slocum

President Julie Slocum called the June dinner meeting of the Sedalia Business Women was called to order and Chaplin Debbie Ulmer gave the invocation.

The June meeting was under the direction of the Finance Committee, Janice Cones, chair.

Guest speaker Virgil McDonald of Edward Jones

Virgil McDonald, of Edward Jones was the speaker. He discussed women and their retirement options. He distributed handouts and talked about choosing the correct IRA, traditional or Roth. He also spoke about how to donate IRA distributions to charity to reduce the tax implications of mandatory or voluntary withdrawals from a traditional IRA.

Finance Chair Janice Cones presented an honorarium to Virgil McDonald. He chose Child Safe to receive the check.

Janice Cones, finance chair, presented the 2023-2024 budget to the membership for approval. The budget was voted on and approved. She also presented the year end audit prepared by Kelly Asbury, auditor. Della Schnakenberg was once again commended for her services as treasurer.

Tehya Huffman and Lillibeth Sokolowski were installed as new members. Robin Balke (center) sponsored the new members. Welcome to SBW!
Some of the SBW members at the June Dinner Meeting
Each month the Board meets prior to the Dinner Meeting

The July dinner meeting will be under the direction of the Issues Management Committee, Rachel Monaghan, chair.

The August Meeting will be the club’s annual Paddle Party. Members were encouraged to reach out to businesses for any auction items or to make personal donations.

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