SBW President Michelle Franklin Called the meeting to order. Debbie Ulmer gave the invocation and Robin Balke introduced two guests.
The program was under the direction of the Legislative Committee, Dianne Simon, chair.
The guest speaker was Rene Vance. Rene served 18 years in the U.S. Air Force as an Aerospace Ground Equipment mechanic.
Her commitment to excellence led her to serve as a technical instructor and later transitioned to the USAF Reserves and Florida Air National Guard. Since moving to Sedalia, Rene has served her community as a volunteer. She is on the board for the Sedalia Senior Center and serves as program director for the local NAACP.
Rene spoke on the challenges of running a campaign for an elective office. She encouraged women to run for office.
Rene spoke on the challenges of running a campaign for an elective office. She encouraged women to run for office since so few women hold state offices.
Janice Cones, chair of Business Women’s Week gave an update on the activities. The week kicks off with the SBW Annual Chicken Dinner
