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ANNUAL MEMBERSHIP MEETING

Virtual Leadership Summit

Agenda, Rules, Reports

July 20, 2020

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2020 Annual Meeting Minutes

The 2020 Virtual Annual Membership meeting began at 4:15 p. m. (EST) on Monday, July 20th

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with President Karen Rainey calling the meeting to order.

I. Credentials Report: Gloria Sherman presented the credentials report as Rachel Combs, Special

Assistant for Housing and Credentials, was absent. Quorum of elected officers, committee chairs, and

special assistants was established. There was no formal document given to secretary as an exhibit as is

usual. However, Gloria noted there were 10 elected chairs, 7 committee chairs, 8 regional managers, an

unknown number of special assistants, and 35 guests.

II. Adoption of Standing Rules: Standing Rules and Business Rules were adopted as published.

(Exhibits 1a and 1b)

III. Adoption of Agenda: The agenda was adopted as amended to reflect the fact that the VP of

Membership and Chapter Organization, the Executive VP, The National Contracts Chair, and the

Scholarship Chair were unable to call in and present their reports. Several reports were presented out of

sequence due to feed back or connection issues. (Exhibit 2)

IV. Appointment of Tellers/Pages, Timer, and Minutes Approval Committee:

Tellers: None

Pages: None

Timer: Robin Sutton

Minutes Approval Committee: Judy Rush, Chair; Connie Coleman-Lacadie and Bernette Menefee.

(Exhibit 3)

V. Approval of Minutes of July 21, 2019 Annual Membership Meeting: Minutes were approved by

the Minutes Approval Committee. Minutes stand as approved. (Exhibit 4)

VI. Reports of Elected Officers:

A. National President: Written report presented by Karen Rainey. (Exhibit 5)

B. Executive Vice President: Written report submitted by Georgia Thomas and highlights presented

by Karen Rainey. (Exhibit 6)

1) National Oversight Committee: Written report submitted by Georgia Thomas.

(Exhibit 7)

2) DCG Inc. Report: Written report presented by Robin Sutton. (Exhibit 8)

C. Vice President for Policy & Planning: Written report presented by Connie Coleman-Lacadie.

(Exhibit 9)

D. Vice President for Compliance: Written report presented by Tonya Prior-Watson. (Exhibit 10)

E. Vice President for Congressional Relations: Written report presented by Carmen Chávez-

Ghimenti. (Exhibit 11)

F. Vice President for Diversity: Written report presented by Patrice Wilson. (Exhibit 12)

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G. Vice President for Membership and Chapter Organization: Written report submitted by La

Tanya Kelley and highlights presented by Karen Rainey. (Exhibit 13)

H. Vice President for Training: Written report presented by Kaya Lewis-Baltimore. (Exhibit 14)

I. National Secretary: Written report presented by Shannon Mahan. (Exhibit 15)

J. National Treasurer: Written report presented by Carol Jones. (Exhibit 16)

K. Nominations Chair: Written report presented by Lisa Everett-Robinson (Exhibit 17)

L. Immediate Past President: Written report presented by Wanda Killingsworth. (Exhibit 18)

VII. Reports of Standing Committees

A. Awards Chair: Written report presented by Jeri Peterson. (Exhibit 19)

B. Bylaws Chair: Written report submitted by Regine Williams and highlights presented by Karen

Rainey . (Exhibit 20)

C. Communications Chair: Written report submitted by Bernice Waller and highlights presented by

Karen Rainey. (Exhibit 21)

D. Contracts Chair: Written report submitted by Vanessa Elliot and highlights presented by Karen

Rainey (Exhibit 22)

E. Finance Chair: Written report presented by Bernette Menefee. (Exhibit 23)

F. NTP 2020 Chair: No written report was submitted or presented.

G. Publications, Policy and Review Committee Chair: Written report presented by Judy Rush.

(Exhibit 24)

H. Scholarship Chair: Written report submitted by Mercedes Kirkland-Doyle. (Exhibit 25)

VIII. Reports of Regional Managers

A. DC Metro Regional Manager: Written report presented by Pamela Richards. (Exhibit 26)

B. Great Lakes Regional Manager: Written report submitted by Erska Franklin and presented

out of order of the agenda by Karen Rainey due to technical issues. (Exhibit 27)

C. Mid-Atlantic Regional Manager: Written report submitted by Cynthia Mitchell-Riley and

presented out of order of the agenda by Karen Rainey due to technical issues. (Exhibit 28)

D. Mid-Continent Regional Manager: Written report presented by Joan Chopp. (Exhibit 29)

E. Northeast Regional Manager: Written report presented by Mary Jane Diggins. (Exhibit 30)

F. Pacific Northwest Regional Manager: Written report presented by Sharon Nelson. (Exhibit

31)

G. Rocky Mountain Regional Manager: Written report presented by Sherry Henderson out of

order in the agenda. (Exhibit 32)

H. Southeast Regional Manager: Written report submitted by Sylvia Brown. (Exhibit 33)

I. Southwest Regional Manager: Written report submitted by Sherry Murray-Garrett. (Exhibit

34)

J. Western Regional Manager: Written report presented by Sandra Ovelle-Lopez. (Exhibit 35)

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IX. Reports of Special Assistants

A. FEW Foundation: Written report presented by Cindy Higgins for Pat Wolfe. (Exhibit 36)

B. FEW News & Views: Written report submitted by Marcia McDaniels and highlights

presented Karen Rainey. (Exhibit 37)

C. Housing/Credentials: Written report submitted by Rachel Combs. (Exhibit 38)

D. IT/Webmaster: Written report presented by Gloria Sherman. (Exhibit 39)

E. Military Women: Written report submitted by Tracy Marshall. (Exhibit 40)

F. Outreach and Women’s Health: Written report presented by Glenda Starks. (Exhibit 41)

G. People with Disabilities: Written report presented by Patrice Wilson in her VP of

Diversity report.

H. Sponsorship/Partnerships: Written report presented by Naomi Bell. (Exhibit 42)

X. Unfinished Business: None.

XI. New Business:

A. Announcement of Annual Membership Contest Winners: Karen Rainey announced the

winner was Sharon Kindall from the Southwest Region and the prize was a $300 dollar Visa

gift card. Congratulations Sharon!

B. Resolution Presentation (C. Carmen Chávez-Ghimenti) A Resolution was prepared by

Bylaws Chair, Regine Williams, to Carmen for a successful retirement from the FBI; due to

audio issues Karen Rainey read the resolution. (Exhibit 43)

C. Resolution Presentation (Marcia McDaniels) A Resolution was prepared by Bylaws Chair,

Regine Williams, to Marcia for a successful retirement from Crane Naval Center; due to audio

issues Karen Rainey read the resolution. (Exhibit 44)

D. Resolution was prepared by Bylaws Chair, Regine Williams, to the 2020 NTP Chair Kaya

Lewis-Baltimore and her committee for a successful event; due to audio issues Karen Rainey

read the resolution. (Exhibit 45)

XII. Announcements: Presented by Karen Rainey

XIII. Adjournment: Motion to adjourn the meeting was made by Georgia Thomas and seconded by

Connie Coleman-Lacadie. Meeting was adjourned at 6:27 p. m. July 20, 2020.

Shannon Mahan, Secretary

Minutes Approval Committee: *Signatures per date of email final approval

Judy Rush, Chair Date: August 3, 2020

Connie Coleman-Lacadie- Date: August 3 , 2020

Bernette Menefee Date: August 3, 2020

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EXHIBIT #1a

STANDING RULES

EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE MEETING— FEDERALLY EMPLOYED WOMEN

RULE I—ATTENDANCE

a. The Executive Committee (E. C.) shall consist of the elected officers, the immediate Past President and the

Standing Committee Chairpersons. Elected Officers are: President; Executive Vice President; Vice Presidents

for Policy & Planning, Compliance, Congressional Relations, Diversity, Membership & Chapter Organization

and Training; Secretary; Treasurer; Immediate Past President; and Nominations Officer. Standing Committee

Chairs are: Awards; Bylaws; Communications; Contracts Management; Finance; Publications Policy and

Review; Scholarship, NTP Chair/Co Chairs. Other members of the Committee (Special Assistants, etc.) may be

in attendance, but shall not be counted in the quorum.

b. Other persons may attend the meeting as guests of the E.C. The NBOD will add the Regional Managers and

Special Assistants.

RULE II—DECORUM

a. The Chair shall enforce order and decorum in debate during the meeting.

b. Each member shall address the Chair to obtain recognition for debate and shall address all remarks to other

members through the Chair.

c. There shall be no smoking in the meeting room.

d. All communication devices shall be set to silence or turned off.

RULE III—ORDER OF BUSINESS

a. The meeting shall be conducted in two parts. The first part shall be to provide for open communication. The

second part shall be devoted to the business of the E. C.

b. The National President shall develop the agenda. Copies of the agenda shall be distributed (mailed) to members

of the E. C. at least two weeks prior to each meeting.

c. Changes to the agenda may be made by unanimous consent at the beginning of each meeting or at any time

during the meeting if need arises.

RULE IV—PROCEDURES

a. Only members of the E. C. may make motions and vote. Guests may address the members (enter into

discussion) at the discretion of the Chair or by unanimous consent.

b. All reports shall be submitted in writing and the original given to the Secretary.

c. A motion offered by an individual E. C. member shall be in writing, signed by the maker and seconded, and

provided to the recording Secretary prior to consideration. The maker of the motion and the seconded shall be

voting members of the E. C.

d. Debate shall be limited to two (2) minutes per person, two (2) speeches per person, and to ten (10) minutes per

question. The Presiding Officer may limit debate to three (3) pros and three (3) cons per question.

e. There shall be no recording devices operating in the meeting, except those of members of the E. C.

RULE V–MINUTES APPROVAL

The Presiding Officer shall appoint a committee of three (3) who shall be authorized to check and approve the minutes.

RULE VI—ADOPTION, AMENDMENTS, SUSPENSION

These rules shall be adopted, amended, or suspended by a two-thirds vote or by unanimous consent, a quorum being

present.

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EXHIBIT #1b

BUSINESS RULES

FEW NATIONAL BOARD OF DIRECTORS AND EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE MEETINGS The purpose of this document is to ensure that the members of the National Executive Committee (EC)

and National Board of Directors (NBOD) members fully understand the impact of proposals placed

before the body and to assist in making the best decisions for Federally Employed Women (FEW).

All proposals, including key motions and National Policy and Procedures Manual (NPPM)

changes, that will require a vote during an NBOD or EC Meeting must be sent out for review a

minimum of 15 days prior to the meeting. The read-ahead package must include and/or

addresses the following :

o Background information and rationale for the change.

Has the proposal been submitted previously? If so, why is it being resubmitted?

Is this a new proposal? If so, what prompted the action?

Impact on National, Regional and Chapters

Has the proposal been submitted to the Regional Managers for

consideration/communication to Chapters/members?

Will the Regional Managers be present at the meeting in which this proposal is

to be discussed (having key impact is going to be discussed/considered/made)?

Financial considerations

What is the financial impact of this proposal?

Has the financial impact been discussed with the Finance Chair and/or

Treasurer?

If so, identify the funding sources and the affected budget line item(s).

Does the proposal require a Bylaws Change?

If so, include the results of discussions with the Bylaws Chair.

Include reference to the affected sections of the Bylaws.

Does the proposal require an NPPM Change?

If so, include the results of discussion with the Vice President for Policy and

Planning.

Include reference to the affected sections of the NPPM

Does FEW have the resources to accomplish the proposed activity?

How do you know this?

Who is involved; have they been consulted about this proposal and are they in

favor of it?

Other pertinent information relating to the information being considered (studies,

committee recommendations, statistical data, etc.)

Participate in discussions of FEW business and fully support decisions made by the NBOD regardless of

your own personal point of view.

At all times certain confidential discussions about business pertaining to FEW or the

members that take place in the boardroom or during any other FEW Meetings must remain inside

that room and not be shared with anyone who wasn’t present during the meeting.

Accountability

o All NBOD members are responsible for having a home email account. The nature of some

NBOD discussion is not always appropriate for transmission to government or office email.

o NBOD members are responsible for checking work and home email messages regularly

(minimum every other day), if both email addresses are submitted for publication in the National

Directory. There are emails coming to both addresses that pertain to FEW. As board members,

we must ensure we are responding to each other and our members at all levels of FEW.

o Meeting Decorum

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o FEW is an incorporated business, and the EC and NBOD are FEW’s National governing bodies.

While meetings provide an outstanding opportunity to network and conduct informal discussions,

when we are in session, business is the priority.

o Members are expected to

Come to meetings fully prepared to do business

Be familiar with meeting rules (including standing rules and Roberts Rules of Order)

Bring or have electronic access to the NPPM, National Bylaws and information about

Parliamentary Procedure in front of them during the entire meeting

Wear business attire at EC and NBOD meetings

Refrain from side discussions while business is being discussed and

Partake of food only during designated break and lunch periods.

o Electronic Communications

o Respond to email as appropriate.

Reply—message goes to sender.

Reply to All—message goes to everyone to whom it was sent.

Forward—sends original message plus any attachments.

o Subject Line

Subject Line should be pertinent to the message.

o Refrain from unnecessary replies

For example, “Thanks,” I agree,” “Good job,” etc.

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EXHIBIT #2



July 20, 2020

Agenda

I. Credentials – Report to establish quorum Rachel Combs

II. Adoption of Standing Rules

III. Adoption of Agenda

IV. Appointment of Timer and Minutes Approval Committee

V. Approval of Minutes of July 21, 2019, Annual Membership Meeting, Philadelphia, PA

VI. Reports of National Officers

A. President Karen Rainey

B. Executive Vice President Georgia Thomas

National Oversight Georgia Thomas

DCG Robin Sutton

C. Vice President for Policy and Planning Connie-Coleman-Lacadie

Strategic Planning

D. Vice President for Compliance Tonya Prior Watson

E. Vice President for Congressional Relations Carmen Chavez-Ghimenti

F. Vice President for Diversity Patrice Wilson

G. Vice President for Membership & Chapter Organization La Tanya Kelley

H. Vice President for Training Kaya Lewis-Baltimore

I. Secretary Shannon Mahan

J. Treasurer Carol Jones

K. Nominations Officer Lisa Everett-Robinson

L. Immediate Past President Wanda Killingsworth


A. Awards Jeri Peterson

B. Bylaws Regine Williams

C. Communications Bernice Waller

D. Contracts Management Chair Vanessa Elliott

E. Finance Bernette Menefee

F. National Virtual Leadership Summit 2020 Kaya Lewis-Baltimore

G. Publications, Policy & Review Judy Rush

H. Scholarships Mercedes Kirkland-Doyle

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A. DC Metro Region Pamela Richards

B. Great Lakes Region Erska Franklin

C. Mid-Atlantic Region Cynthia Mitchell-Riley

D. Mid-Continent Region Joan Chopp

E. Northeast Region Mary Jane Diggins

F. Pacific Northwest Region Sharon Nelson

G. Rocky Mountain Region Sherry Henderson

H. Southeast Region Sylvia Brown

I. Southwest Region Sherry Murray-Garrett

J. Western Region Sandra Ovelle-Lopez


A. Employee Thrift Advisory Council Georgia Thomas

B. FEW Foundation Patricia Wolfe

C. FEW News & Views Marcia McDaniels

D. Housing Rachel Combs

E. IT/Webmaster Gloria Sherman

F. Military Women Tracy Marshall

G. Outreach and Mentoring Glenda Starks

H. People with Disabilities Patrice Wilson

I. Sponsorship/Partnerships Naomi Bell

X. Unfinished Business

A.

XI. New Business

I. Announcement of Annual Membership Contest Winners La Tanya Kelley

J. Resolution Presentation (C. Carmen Chávez-Ghimenti) Regine Williams

K. Resolution Presentation (Marcia McDaniels) Regine Williams

L. Resolution presentation Regine Williams

XII. Announcements Karen Rainey

A.

XIII. Adjournment

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EXHIBIT #3

Appointment of Tellers, Pages, Timer and Minutes Approval Committee


July 20, 2020

Tellers: None

Pages: None

Timer: Robin Sutton

Minutes Approval Committee:

Judy Rush, Chair

Connie-Coleman-Lacadie

Bernett Menefee

Working for the advancement of women in the government

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EXHIBIT #4

2019 Annual Meeting Minutes

The 2019 Annual Membership meeting began at 4:07 p. m. on Sunday, July 21st, with President

Karen Rainey calling the meeting to order.

I. Credentials Report: Vanessa Elliott presented the credentials report in the absence of Rachel Combs,

Special Assistant for Housing and Credentials. Quorum of elected officers, committee chairs, and special

assistants was established. There were 24 members and guests present. (Exhibit 1)

II. Adoption of Standing Rules: Standing Rules and Business Rules were adopted as published.

(Exhibits 2a and 2b)

III. Adoption of Agenda: The agenda was adopted as amended to reflect the fact that the VP of Policy

and Planning, the Pacific NW Regional Manager, and the Special Assistant for Credentials and Housing

were absent. A Resolution of Appreciation to the 2019 NTP Chair, Naomi Bell, by Bylaws Chair, Regine

Williams was added. (Exhibit 3)

IV. Appointment of Tellers/Pages, Timer, and Minutes Approval Committee:

Tellers: Joan Chopp and Gloria Sherman

Pages: Carol Jones and Sherry Murray-Garrett

Timer: Wanda Killingsworth

Minutes Approval Committee: Pamela Richards, Chair; Cynthia Mitchell-Riley and Bernice Waller.

(Exhibit 4)

V. Approval of Minutes of July 17, 2019 Annual Membership Meeting: Minutes were approved by

the Minutes Approval Committee (xxx on xxx and posted to the website). Minutes stand as approved.

(Exhibit 5)

VI. Reports of Elected Officers:

M. National President: Written report presented by Karen Rainey. (Exhibit 6)

N. Executive Vice President: Written report presented by Georgia Thomas. (Exhibit 7)

3) National Oversight Committee: Written report presented by Georgia Thomas.

(Exhibit 8)

4) DCG Inc. Report: Written report presented by Robin Sutton. (Exhibit 9)

O. Vice President for Policy & Planning: Written report by Connie Coleman-Lacadie and

highlights presented by Karen Rainey. (Exhibit 10)

P. Vice President for Compliance: Written report presented by Tonya Prior-Watson. (Exhibit 11)

Q. Vice President for Congressional Relations: Written report presented by Carmen Chávez-

Ghimenti. (Exhibit 12)

R. Vice President for Diversity: Written report presented by Patrice Wilson. (Exhibit 13)

S. Vice President for Membership and Chapter Organization: Written report presented by La

Tanya Kelley. (Exhibit 14).

T. Vice President for Training: Written report presented by Kaya Lewis-Baltimore. (Exhibit 15)

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U. National Secretary: Written report presented by Shannon Mahan. (Exhibit 16)

V. National Treasurer: Written report presented by Carol Jones. (Exhibit 17)

W. Nominations Chair: Written report presented by Lisa Everett-Robinson (Exhibit 18)

X. Immediate Past President: Written report presented by Wanda Killingsworth. (Exhibit 19)


I. Awards Chair: Written report presented by Jeri Peterson. (Exhibit 20)

J. Bylaws Chair: Written report presented by Regine Williams. (Exhibit 21)

K. Communications Chair: Written report presented by Bernice Waller. (Exhibit 22)

L. Contracts Chair: Written report presented by Vanessa Elliot (Exhibit 23)

M. Finance Chair: Written report presented by Bernette Menefee. (Exhibit 24)

N. NTP 2019 Chair: Written report presented by Naomi Bell. (Exhibit 25)

O. Publications, Policy and Review Committee Chair: Written report presented by Judy Rush.

(Exhibit 26)

P. Scholarship Chair: Written report presented by interim chair, Wanda Killingsworth. (Exhibit 27)


K. DC Metro Regional Manager: Written report presented by Pamela Richards. (Exhibit 28)

L. Great Lakes Regional Manager: Written report presented by Erska Franklin. (Exhibit 29)

M. Mid-Atlantic Regional Manager: Written report presented by Cynthia Mitchell-Riley.

(Exhibit 30)

N. Mid-Continent Regional Manager: Written report presented by Joan Chopp. (Exhibit 31)

O. Northeast Regional Manager: Written report presented by Mary Jane Diggins. (Exhibit 32)

P. Pacific Northwest Regional Manager: Written report by Sharon Nelson and highlights

presented by Karen Rainey. (Exhibit 33)

Q. Rocky Mountain Regional Manager: Written report presented by Sherry Henderson.

(Exhibit 34)

R. Southeast Regional Manager: Written report presented by Sylvia Brown. (Exhibit 35)

S. Southwest Regional Manager: Written report presented by Sherry Murray-Garrett. (Exhibit

36)

T. Western Regional Manager: Written report presented by Sandra Ovalle-Lopez. (Exhibit 37)


M. FEW Foundation: Written report presented by Patricia Wolfe. (Exhibit 38)

N. FEW News & Views: Written report submitted by Marcia McDaniels. (Exhibit 39)

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O. Housing/Credentials: Written reports by Rachel Combs and highlights presented by

Karen Rainey. (Exhibit 40)

P. IT/Webmaster: Written report submitted by Gloria Sherman. (Exhibit 41)

Q. Military Women: Written report submitted by Tracy Marshall. (Exhibit 42)

R. Outreach and Women’s Health: Written report presented by Glenda Starks. (Exhibit 43)

S. People with Disabilities: Written report presented by Patrice Wilson. (Exhibit 44)

T. Sponsorship/Partnerships: Written report by Melissa Johnson. (Exhibit 45)

X. Unfinished Business: None.

XI. New Business:

A. Announcement of Annual Membership Contest Winners: La Tanya Kelley presented the

winners, Althea Sprosta from the DC Metro Region for recruiting >10 members and Dr. Rashid Lewis of

the SW Region for recruiting >10 members. Each lady received a $300 gift card. Pamela Richards, DC

Metro RM accepted on behalf of Althea. Sherry Murry-Garrett, SW RM accepted on behalf of Rashid.

B. A resolution was presented by Bylaws Chair, Regine Williams, to the 2019 NTP Chair Naomi

Bell and her committee for a successful event; this certificate was signed by Karen Rainey and a plaque

was given. There was a standing ovation for Naomi.

XII. Announcements: Presented by Karen Rainey

XIII. Adjournment: Motion to adjourn the meeting was made by Georgia Thomas and seconded by

Vanessa Elliott. Meeting was adjourned at 6:04 p. m. July 21, 2019.

Shannon Mahan, Secretary

Minutes Approval Committee: *Signatures per date of email final approval

Pamela Richards, Chair Date: August 16, 2019

Pamela H. Richards [email protected]

Cynthia Mitchell-Riley- Date: August 12, 2019

Cynthia Mitchell-Riley [email protected]

Bernice Waller Date: August 12, 2019

Bernice Waller [email protected]

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EXHIBIT #5



July 20, 2020

FROM: Karen Rainey

POSITION: National President

My vision for the organization is that we aim high and in every endeavor we “Soar to New Heights”. I

am committed to ensuring that we reach a new level of distinction and elevate our strong legacy of

advocating for the advancement of women in the federal government. FEW must aim high and operate

strategically in the support of our mission and most importantly, be efficient in the utilization of our

relationships and resources. The following are my goals in support of FEW’s mission to end sex and

gender discrimination, to encourage diversity for inclusion and equity in the workplace, and for the

advancement and professional growth of women in federal service.

As National President my goals are:

Goal 1: Organizational Management – I will oversee the management of the organization with regards

to all aspect of the organization to ensure its sustainability, conduct business effectively and efficiently,

ensuring that the National Board of Directors are aware of and fulfill responsibilities and are

accountable for their performance.

August 28, 2019 – Organized and held an online webinar training with FEW’s Legislative

Representative Tonya Saunders on the Equal Pay Day (raising awareness of the gender pay gap)

Each month I have met with FEW’s Finance team and conducted a complete review of FEW’s

financial statements, investment statements and balancing FEW’s budget.

September 10, 2019 – Called an emergency NBOD meeting to select the 2020 NTP location,

motion carries for the Hyatt Regency in Orlando, Florida

September 13, 2019 - Attended the Congressional Black Caucus Event hosted by The New Party

representing the states of Louisiana, New Jersey, California and Nevada with FEW’s Legislative

Representative Tonya Saunders

September 14, 2019 - Attended the Congressional Black Caucus Event hosted by Chicago with

FEW Legislative Representative Tonya Saunders

September 16, 2019 - Meet with the CEO and President of Management Concepts to discuss new

support and approaches for training our members and partners

Held tele-conferences with the 2020 NTP Chair to discuss the 2020 NTP Committee, the programs

and provide guidance on future projections and activities for improvement.

Provide content for FEW’s website, social media, online newsletter, Engage, Eblast and other

forms of communications including the President’s Messages

Organized and supported a successful 2019 National Training Program activities via, letters,

meetings, promotion, marketing, and training.

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Streamlined News & Views correspondence with our National Sponsors and Partners on various

topics strengthening of professional contact support.

Provided directives for improved utilization of our social media platforms of the organization’s

activities via National Officers to share with interested members and non-members

Signed new strategic agreements with Wage and Investment, Internal Revenue Service and

Veteran Affairs, Defense Logistics Agency Troop Support, Philadelphia

Provided a FEW Resolution for the retirement ceremony of Brigadier General, Sandra Alvey and a

Resolution honoring the life of Fred Wilson

Conducted DCG, Inc. annual performance review and signed annual multi-service, website and

national office contracts

Assigned a new STEM NTP Coordinator to assist with the NTP STEM Program

Attended tele-conferences with the 2020 NTP Chair to discuss the 2020 NTP Committee, the

programs and provide guidance on future projections and activities for improvement.

February 18, 2020 – Called Emergency Meeting for the selection of a 2021 NTP Site Location –

Houston, TX, chartered three new chapters and approved a nomination committee

April 11, 2020 – Held video-conference to cancel the NTP and to hold a National Training Event –

2020 Virtual Leadership Summit

May 22 – 23, 2020 – Conducted a completely virtual Executive Committee Meeting via video-

conferencing

June 18, 2020 – Selected and purchase the Virtual Summit Platform for FEW’s National Training

Event

Worked on the VLS team to design and development of the EngageZ platform and set up rooms

for virtual training via Adobe Connect

June 18, 2020 - Organized a webinar to show diversity and inclusion called “A FEW Good Men”

June 29 -30, 2020 – Held three sessions for the Virtual Leadership Summit presenters on the

Adobe Connect tool

July 6 -9, 2020 – Held transitions meeting for the 2020 -2022 incoming National Board of

Directors

July 11, 2020 – Assigned and held a full NBOD Orientation for incoming officers virtually

Goal 2: Organizational Engagement – I will continue to work with our coalition partners and work to

align with other professional organizations whose mission is similar to that of FEW. I will continue to

work to ensure that FEW has more visibility within the federal and private sector.

August 26, 2019 – Served as keynote speaker with the Department of Education, Federal

Women’s Program at their Women’s Equality Day Program

September 18, 2019 - Attended the NCEPS Coalition Meeting via conference call to discuss

activities of each organization and future endeavors

Assigned DC Metro Regional Manager to present at the Department of Labor Diversity Day

Program.

September 12, 2019 - Participated in the monthly IRS Employee Organization/Resource Group

Leadership Training with a conversation with Commissioner Chuck Rettig.

September 26, 2019 - Renewed and signed Mutual Understanding Agreement with the Veterans

Administration Daniel Sitterly, Assistant Secretary for Human Resources and Administration

Operations, Security and Preparedness

October 4, 2019 – Participated in the Women of Color Exhibit Expo for introducing girls to go

into STEM careers

November 20, 2019 - I attended a meeting with FAA Federal Women’s Program Manager to

discuss new partnership om the Office of Personnel Management to discuss support of the NTP

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November 01, 2019 – Contributed information on FEW to NCEPS Partners brochure.

Assigned VP of Policy and Planning to represent FEW on the Affinity Board for Education

Development Center with Women Vets STEM.

December 3, 2019 – FEW joined forces with the IRS Wage and Investment for free tax

preparation and outreach awareness to regions throughout the nation.

Nov. 1, Dec. 14, 2019, Feb. 18, 2020 April 2020 and June 2020 – Attended the US Coast Guard

Affinity Group meetings

Set up community service event for the National Board of Directors spring meeting in Orlando,

FL

Represented FEW on the Employee Organization Affinity Group Council teleconference with the

IRS Office of Equity, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) office bi-monthly.

June 16, 2020 – Provided approval for two webinars with Affordable Benefits Solution for the

Financial education of members

Goal 3: Organizational Strategic Planning – I will continue to strengthen our strategic planning efforts

to implement change as we grow as an organization, strengthening the communication for the successful

achievement of the organizational goals and ensuring we meet the needs of our members and

stakeholders.

August 29, 2019 - I attended the via tele-conference the Affinity Group Council for the US Coast

Guard.

Created a personal welcome and renewing membership email from the National President

September 19, 2019 – Provided greetings and attended the first 2020 National Training Program

Committee meeting

Participated in weekly meetings with National Office staff representative, DCG, Inc Robin Sutton

and Executive Vice President Georgia Thomas discussing the activities of the FEW

Approved over 180+ new publications for release to membership.

April 18, 2020 – Presented “A Townhall conversation with the President” to FEW’s membership

about the organization’s vision and direction for the 2018 -2020 administration

Completed new Assigned tasks to support new chapters with a standardized new Chapter Start-up

Kit to include a singular location of chapter data for a successful start and operation \

Established a new standardize Regional Bylaws template with the National Bylaws Chair for the

consistency and security of the FEW vision and brand.

Approved the publication and release of over 200+ FEW publications throughout the organization

for chapters and regions FEW brand recognition

November 13, 2019 – Provided greetings and attended the Strategic Legislative Committee

Meetings

Participated in weekly meetings discussions with DCG, Inc. represented by Robin Sutton and

Executive Vice President Georgia Thomas discussing the activities of the National Office, NTP,

upcoming webinars and strategic goals for retention and improvement to better serve our

membership and officers.

Created a new program for Science, Technology, Engineering and Math for women and girls in

conjunction with the major federal agencies.

Provided support to our NCEPS coalition as requested from FEW

Discussed new partnerships with women and veterans’ organizations to see how FEW could or

world jointly collaborate on projects.

Goal 4: Organizational Development – I will support the efforts of the chapters and regions and to

encourage members to recognize the leadership opportunities at all levels of the organizations. I will

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work to provide training opportunities and resources for our members to encourage our members to

develop to their full potential by investing in themselves.

July 22 – 26, 2019 - Served as a mentor for the FEW NTP Shadowing Program at the 2019 NTP

and provide follow up meeting with participants I could not meet onsite.

August 19, 2019 – Attended the 2019 NTP closeout briefing with the NTP Committee

Provided content and wrote several blogs from the National President desk on topic of interest like

Voting, Women’s Equality Day, National Training Program Recap, 19th

Amendment.

August 12, 2019 - Participated in the monthly IRS Employee Organization/Resource Group

Leadership call.

September 13, 2019 - Held an emergency teleconference with the New Carrollton Chapter on how

to bring the chapter in compliance with the FEW bylaws, chapter elections and US Tax Code.

September 14, 2019 – Participated in the DC Metro Regions Outreach Program for the homeless

September 14, 2019 – Provided greetings via a teleconference to the Northern Virginia Chapter

September 23, 2019 - Met with Kennedy Space Coast Chapter and presented a FEW lifetime

membership to the incoming Chapter President, Terrasena Jones

September 23, 2019 – Met with the legal department of Kennedy Space Center to discuss support

for FEW and re-establish the support of employees participating in FEW training

October 17, 2019 - Supported the Motor City Chapter in the annual breast cancer month lunch and

learn program with the Executive Director, Jaye Sciullo of the Susan G. Komen Greater Detroit.

Published multiple News and Views articles on current events and topics of interest as the

National President for FEW (i.e. Voting Rights, Women’s Equality Day, Leadership and Hispanic

Heritage Month, Passage of the 19th

Amendment, Diversity and Inclusion, Equal Pay, Public

Service Week, Government Shutdown, etc.)

Advised officers/members on a continuity plan of activities in support of the mission, vision, core

values and strategic plan for FEW

November 16, 2019 – Held a meeting with the Regional Managers to discuss activities of their

region.

November 9, 2019 – Served as keynote speaker for the Great Lakes Regional Training Program

Provided content and wrote several blogs from the National President desk on topic of interest like

Happy Holidays, Happy New Year, Invitation to the 2020 NTP, Veterans Day

November, 2019 - Participated in the IRS Employee Organization/Resource Group Leadership

call.

December 2019 – Wrote and signed resolutions for Cecelia Davis retirement and a memorial

resolution for Dorothy Cage-Evans

December 10, 2019 – Presented the Inaugural "Semper Paratus" Chapter Charter and installation

of FEW Officers

December 14, 2019 – Participated in the DC Metro Region Holiday Brunch Outreach Program for

the homeless

February 23, 2020 - Worked on aligning FEW’s procedures for membership to realistically

associate with how FEW operates.

March 2020 – Sent blast to cancel all onsite Regional or Chapter meetings on behalf of FEW due

to the Coronavirus pandemic

March 30, 2020 – Established new account to hold virtual meetings via Zoom for National

meetings and webinars for members

June 21, 2020 – Started conversation for re-establish the Panama City Chapter and assist with the

struggles they are having since Hurricane Michael and the military base shooting.

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EXHIBIT #6



July 20, 2020

FROM: Georgia Thomas

POSITION: Executive Vice President

As Executive Vice President, I have been involved and supported the following action items in conjunction

with my established goals:

Goal 1: Support the mission of FEW by assisting the National President with duties as assigned.

Supporting the four focus areas (Compliance, Diversity, Legislation and Training) to ensure that

FEW has greater visibility and purpose. Attend and assist in all committee meetings assigned in

and respond to all requests in a timely manner.

Attended NTP Advisory Committee Meeting October 24, 2019, February 20, 2020 and National

Event Advisory Event Committee (Virtual Leadership Summit) Meeting on May 14, 2020, May

22, 2020, May 28, 2020, June 11, 2020, June 25, 2020.

Participated with the Houston Chapter volunteering at the Bayou City Arts Festival on October 13,

2019.

Attended Emergency Meeting to select site for 2020 NTP on September 10, 2019.

Attended 2020 NTP Committee Meeting on September 19, 2019, November 21, 2019, January 23,

2020, February 27, 2020, March 26, 2020, April 16, 2020

Attended Finance and Investments Committee Meeting on August 17, 2019, September 21, 2019,

October 24, 2019, December 14, 2019, January18, 2020, February 20, 2020, March 21, 2020,

April 18, 2020, May 22,2020.

Attended PPRC Committee Meeting October 24, 2019, February 20, 2020, May 22, 2020, July 11,

2020.

Attended Strategic Planning Committee Meeting August 27, 2019, July 11, 2020.

Attended Legislative Strategic Planning Committee Meeting October 8, 2019, November 19,

2019, February 12, 2020, June 17, 2020.

Attended Emergency Meeting to select site for 2021 NTP on November 18, 2019.

Attended 2020 Trainer's Catalog Meeting on November 20, 2019, December 20, 2019, January 7,

2020.

Sent request for Standard Operating Procedures to NBOD on January 8, 2020.

Invitations sent to Past Presidents and NCEPS Partners for 2020 NTP on January 17, 2020.

Attended National Oversight Meeting on July 20, 2019, February 20, 2020, July 11, 2020.

Attended CPLF Meeting on February 20, 2020.

Attended Meeting with Regional Managers on February 20, 2020.

Updated the Emergency Plan for 2020 NTP.

Attended Legislative Committee Meeting April 15, 2020.

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Whistleblower Compliant received, reviewed by Attorney and shared with an appointed three-

person team.

Attended Emergency Meeting to discuss NTP changes for 2020 because of Coronavirus on April

11, 2020.

Attended and participated in National Townhall Meeting on April 23, 2020.

Attended Domestic Violence/Intimate Partner Violence Webinar on April 28, 2020.

Attended and participated in Ladies Night on May 1, 2020.

Attended and participated in FEW DC Metro Region: International Family & Community Tea on

May 16, 2020.

Invitations sent to Past Presidents for Virtual Summit on May 22, 2020.

Submitted names for “A Tribute to the Graduating Classes of 2020”.

Attended FLTCIP 3.0 Review for Federally Employed Women webinar on May 27, 2020.

Provided registration process information to the incoming and outgoing National Board.

Contacted and worked with potential presenters for 2020 NTP & later for Virtual Leadership

Summit.

Attended A FEW Good Men webinar on June 18, 2020.

Attended Emergency Meeting to discuss Virtual Summit Status and Whistleblower allegation on

June 18, 2020.

Attended Transitional Meetings on July 7-9, 2020.

Attended New Board Orientation meeting for the incoming National Board on July 11, 2020.

Goal 2: Manage and oversee the National Office and Management Association Agreement. Hold

regular meetings based on assignments and activities with DCG, Inc. representatives including

review of invoices.

Held regular meetings with Robin Sutton of DCG which included the National President, Karen

Rainey on August 2, 2019, August 23, 2019, August 30, 2019, September 6, 2019, September 20,

2019, September 27, 2019, October 4, 2019, October 11, 2019, October 18, 2019, November 1,

2019, November 22, 2019, December 6, 2019, December 16, 2019, December 20, 2019, January

10, 2020, January 17, 2020, January 24, 2020, February 3, 2020, February 10, 2020, February 14,

2020, February 28, 2020, March 6, 2020, March 13, 2020, March 20, 2020, March 27, 2020, April

3, 2020, April 10, 2020, April 17, 2020, April 24, 2020, May 1, 2020, May 8, 2020, May 15, 2020,

May 28, 2020, June 5, 2020, June 12, 2020, June 16, 2020, June 19, 2020, June 23, 2020, June 26,

2020, June 30, 2020, July 3, 2020, July 7, 2020, July 10, 2020, July 14, 2020, July 17, 2020.

Approved invoices from DCG.

Worked with DCG Robin Sutton; VP for Training Kaya Lewis- Baltimore; VP for Diversity

Patrice Wilson; and others to ensure Past Presidents have housing, registration and are part of the

shadowing program for the 2019 NTP.

Review of FEW National Office activities with La Tanya Kelley, VP for Membership and Chapter

Organization on October 6, 2019 in Chicago, IL.

Annual review of DCG conducted with National President, Karen Rainey and National Contracts

Chair Vanessa Elliott on December 16, 2019.

Goal 3: Promote effective communication throughout the organization including topics important

to our membership. Strengthen the FEW's current sponsorships and partnerships in place and

work to identify organizations that are key to partnering with FEW (both existing and future

partners). Work with the Webmaster and Communication Chair to uphold messages on behalf of

FEW.

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Attended FEW Foundation meetings on August 5, 2019, September 9,2019, November 4, 2019,

December 2, 2019, January 6, 2020, February 3, 2020, April 6, 2020, June 1, 2020.

Coordinating speaker request for officers to presentation within FEW chapter and regions as well

as third party organizations and government.

Prepared and submitted article for September/October News and Views to highlight, September as

Suicide Prevention Month.

Planned and hosted Paycheck Checkup Webinar on November 5, 2019.

Posted IRS Webinar - Understanding the 2020 W-4 and How to Use it to Calculate Withholding to

website

Email blast and Social Media Post: “Economic Impact Payments for Homeless, Unbanked,

Certain Seniors and Some Limited English-Proficient Individuals” on June 5, 2020

Goal 4: Work to strengthen our strategic planning efforts to implement change as we grow as an

organization, ensuring we meet the needs of our members and stakeholders into the future. Work

with the Leadership Team towards a viable leadership development program that encompasses

every level of FEW. Continue to develop a strong professional leadership image for FEW,

communicating it effectively across the entire organization.

Review of presentation of Strategic Plan to be conducted during the 2019 NTP.

Sent Notice-2020-36: Notice Proposing Revenue Procedure Updating Group Exemption Letter

Program on May 23, 2020, to Treasurer and Finance Chair to review and discuss with accountant.

Goal 5: Support the efforts of the Chapters and Regions and to encourage members to recognize

the leadership opportunities at all levels of the organizations

Attended Regional Manager's Monthly Tele-Conference Meeting on June 5, 2019.

Attended webinar, “Leading an Organization” conducted by Maria Asuelimen of AMA

Consulting on September 18, 2019.

Attended on October 16, 2019. National Disability Employment Awareness Month (NDEAM)

Program, hosted by EDI office, Ollie Cantos, VII, ESQ. a lawyer with the U.S. Department of

Education was the keynote speaker for the 2019 NDEAM theme “The Right Talent, Right Now”.

Attended on October 30, 2019 for the Veterans Day and American Indian/Alaska Native Heritage

celebration, – sponsored by the Deputy Commissioner for Operations Support, Military Outreach

for Service, Society for American Indian Government Employees, the Office of Equity, Diversity

& Inclusion and IRS Leadership - Thomas H. Begay, one of the last five living Navajo Code

Talkers, keynote speaker.

Attended on January 28, 2020 “The Financial Management Webinar – IRS Form 990”.

Attended on January 30, 2020 “Building Influential Relationships to Propel Your Career”

Webinar.

Attended on February 11, 2020 “The Diversity Toolkit: Your Role in Workplace Diversity”.

Attended on February 13, 2020 “NTP Mini-Webinar”.

Goal 6: Support the organization by representing the membership during ETAC meetings and

providing information to the membership

E-blast sent on September 6, 2019 – “Withdrawal requests suspension period.”

E-blast sent September 16, 2019 – “New withdrawal options now available”.

Planned and hosted Withdrawal Options Webinar on October 3, 2019.

Attended and participated in an ETAC Meeting on October 29, 2019.

Provided support to a letter sent by the Federal Retirement Thrift Investment Board (FRTIB) on

November 13 to state our agreement with the board’s position that an expanded International (I)

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Fund should remain part of the Thrift Savings Plan’s investment strategy. The reference bill is S.

2791.

Eblast sent on November 26, 2019 - Board and ETAC Chairmen says, “Let’s Keep a Fair Playing

Field for TSP Investors”.

Eblast sent on December 2, 2019 – “Year-end transaction processing schedule”.

Eblast sent December 6, 2019 – “Two-step authentication mandatory before the end of 2019”.

Eblast sent January 24, 2020 – “See how many was the TSP grew in 2019”.

Provided comments to proposed 5% Automatic Enrollment Regulation.

Submitted a message from the TSP’s Executive Director about account security as well as recent

and upcoming changes to the TSP for the News and Views on March 2, 2020.

Eblast sent on March 17, 2020 – “TSP operations continue normally” as the coronavirus situation

evolves worldwide.

Eblast sent on April 13, 2020 – “Temporary changes to required minimum distributions”.

Eblast sent on April 29, 2020 – “Rollover Period Extended to July 15”.

Eblast and social media post sent on May 7, 2020 – “Update on CARES Act temporary loan and

withdrawal options”.

Participated in joint letter to Honorable Ron Johnson, Chairman Homeland Security and

Governmental Affairs Committee and Honorable Gary Peters, Ranking Member Homeland

Security and Governmental Affairs Committee expressing concern in the approving the appoint of

John M. Berger, Christopher Burnham and Frank Dunley to the Federal Retirement Investment

Board(FRTIB) via the Executive Calendar without proper hearing on May 12, 2020.

Eblast sent on May 13, 2020 – “Withdrawals for Participants Affected by COVID-19”.

Article “Withdrawals for Participants Affected by COVID-19” in News and Views May/June

Edition.

Eblast and Social Media Post on June 5, 2020 - “Michael Kennedy is Resigning form Thrift

Savings from the FRTIB Board effective June 30, 2020.”

Eblast and Social Media Post on June 22, 2020 – “Submitting loan and withdrawal forms online”

Eblast and Social Media Post on June 26, 2020 – “Rollover Period Extended (UPDATE)”

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EXHIBIT #7



July 20, 2020

FROM: Georgia Thomas, Executive Vice President

POSITION: National Oversight Committee

The members of the oversight committee members are: Bernette Menefee, Finance Chair; Carol

Jones, Treasurer; Vanessa W. Elliott, Contracts Management Chair; La Tanya Kelley, VP for

Membership and Chapter Organization, Pamela Richards, DC Metro Regional Manager; Cynthia

Mitchell-Riley, Mid-Atlantic Regional Manager.

Goal 1: In accordance with the NPPM, the National Oversight Committee will conduct two

meetings annually; one in conjunction with the NBOD Semi-Annual meeting and one in conjunction

with the annual NBOD in July.

• National Oversight Committee Meeting held July 20, 2019, February 20, 2020, and July 11, 2020.

Goal 2: Conduct weekly meetings with DCG Executive, Robin Sutton and the National President of

FEW to discuss business operations with regards to the association management, website

administration, and conference management contracts. As well as assess the functions, needs and

issues of the National Office.

• Holding weekly meetings with DCG, Inc staff, Robin Sutton, to review FEW national activities

and stability.

• Reviewed and addressed request for National speakers.

• Review of FEW National Office activities with La Tanya Kelley, VP for Membership and Chapter

Organization on October 6, 2019 in Chicago, IL.

• Discussed organization efforts and implementation of operation changes due the COVID –19

pandemic.

Goal 3: Provide guidance on management and operations of the National Office to the

Management Association staff.

• Actively participated in discussion on the financial stability of the organization and future

improvements of the collection process of revenues

• Created schedules and informational documentation in preparation of conducting the EC board

meeting in October.

• Created schedules and informational documentation in preparation of conducting the NBOD

meeting in February.

• Monitored membership totals and chapter reports for NBOD use.

• Contacted and worked with potential presenters for 2020 NTP and later for Virtual Leadership

Summit.

• Answered all inquiries and requested as needed at the discretion of the National President, Karen

Rainey.

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EXHIBIT #8



July 20, 2020

FROM: Robin Sutton, DCG Incorporated

POSITION: National Office Support

Goal 1: Provide a minimum of one webinar or training documentation per quarter for FEW

leadership in an effort to ensure consistency of processes.

Provided support for the following Webinars for FEW members:

January 15, 2020 and January 22, 2020: Chapter Presidents training with FEW National Office

January 28, 2020: Form 990 webinar with Finance Team

January 30, 2020: Building Influential Relationships to Propel Your Career

February 11, 2020: Diversity Toolkit: Your Role in Workplace Diversity

February 13, 2020: NTP 2020 Mini-webinar

February 26, 2020: Awards and Scholarships Pre-Opening Season

April 23, 2020: FEW Town Hall Meeting with President Karen Rainey

April 28, 2020: Domestic Violence Webinar

June 18, 2020: A FEW Good Men

During the months of November 2019 and January 2020 we provided training webinars to the

Awards and Scholarships scoring teams. We also provided an eligibility scoring webinar for the

Regional Managers and one in person eligibility scoring training for the Regional Managers in

attendance at the February, 2020 National Board of Directors meeting.

Worked with Virtual Leadership Summit (VLS) training team to provide documentation and

training for VLS presenters.

Supported the VLS training team in providing virtual presentation training to National Board of

Directors and VLS team members.

Goal 2: Work with VP for Membership and Chapter Organization to provide chapter process

updates on a quarterly basis. Adjusted the procedure for sending new membership letters and membership cards to provide a more

timely response. New member information is now pulled twice a month and letters and membership

cards are produced at those times. Thus, all new members should receive their welcome packets in 30

days or less from the time they join FEW.

We moved remaining members of the Carolina Dogwood Chapter to the Savannah River Chapter and

removed the Carolina Dogwood Chapter as an option on the web site.

We assisted in enrolling and monitoring new members for the upcoming Coast Guard and Fort

Belvoir chapters.

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Added a drop-down selection box for the Chapter Quarterly reports to eliminate the need for folks to

type in their chapter name and provide consistency in what is being reported, i.e. the chapter name is

always included, and not just the chapter number. The drop-down listing is in alphabetical order and

those chapter leaders who were on the recent training webinar were informed of the update.

Worked in concert with the VP for Membership and Chapter Organization to present two (2) Chapter

Leadership training webinars – January 15 and 22, 2020. The presentation slide deck is posted on the

FEW website under Training & Education / Webinars and located under Past Webinars.

We worked with the VP for Membership and Chapter Organization to verify the eligibility of the

Chapters for Awards submissions and to verify the eligibility of Scholarship submissions.

We also worked with the Regional Managers to finalize their evaluations of the Awards and

Scholarships.

Goal 3: Continue to support the organization and membership by providing timely and

accurate information to the National Board of Directors and membership.

We are consistently posting all monthly membership reports (both Regional and Chapter) within the

maximum 5-business day turnaround and we provide the requisite reports to the National President,

Executive VP, Membership VP, Treasurer, and Finance Chair based on position needs.

We provided written documentation of the Awards and Scholarship results for review at the May

Executive Committee meeting.

Membership 1. Produced, distributed, and posted FEW monthly membership reports:

Report Name: Sent to:

Chapter Officer Membership Reports Posted to chapter officers report section of website

Chapter Roster Reports

Chapter Deactivation Report

Chapter Reimbursement Report

Regional Manager Membership Reports

Posted to chapter officers report section of website

Region Roster Reports

Region Deactivation Report

Region Reimbursement Reports

Monthly Membership Manager Reports

FEW Treasurer, FEW Finance, FEW Membership VP, Lydon Fetterolf Corydon, P.A.

Count of Members in each Chapter

Membership Spreadsheet

Chapter Report

Financial Excel Report

Reimbursement Report (All chapters)

Lifetime Report

New Member Report

Deactivation Report

Monthly Membership Manager Report Group includes:

Position Name

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FEW Treasurer Carol Jones

FEW Membership VP La Tanya Kelley

Lydon Fetterolf Corydon, P.A. Lauren Bierly

Active Members File / Eligible for Legal Services

Position Name

Compliance VP Tonya Watson

1. Processed Membership Dues Payments

2. Generated and posted Region and Chapter Membership reports (Rosters, Deactivations)

3. Generated and posted Region and Chapter Reimbursement and Special Credit reports

4. Generated and distributed Manager reports (VPMCO, Treasurer, Finance, Lydon Fetterolf

Corydon, P.A.)

5. Prepared and sent eblast renewal notifications to expiring members

6. Prepared and sent eblast for roster posting notification

7. Distributed Deactivation Notices

8. Prepared and sent emails to new members who joined via check

9. PayPal / FEW website Reconciliation

10. Edit/update member profiles – ongoing

11. Responded to membership service inquiries

12. Processed and mailed New Member Letters and ID Cards

13. Replacement ID cards

14. Process chapter officer change requests

15. Processed chapter officer updates – ongoing

16. Research member status for chapter presidents and other officers

17. Assist individuals with joining and renewing with FEW

18. Assist members in resetting passwords and logging into accounts

19. Produced and distributed Renewal Notices:

Notice Type Expiration (Paid Thru Date) Member expiration date

Renewal Notices 90 Days to Renew October 31, 2020

Renewal Notices 60 Days to Renew September 30, 2020

Renewal Notices 30 Days to Renew August 31, 2020

Renewal Notices Now Due July 31, 2020

Renewal Notices 30 Days Past Due June 30, 2020

Deactivation Notices 60 Days Past Due May 31, 2020

20. Total number of active members as of May 31, 2020 = 3,088

a. Annual: 1,825 b. Lifetime: 1,189 c. Diamond: 74

21. New Joins for June 1, 2019 to May 31, 2020 – Total 663

22. Renewals for June 1, 2019 to May 31, 2020 – Total 866

23. Total Dues Processed June 1, 2019 to May 31, 2020 – 1,529

24. Members Deactivated June 1, 2019 to May 31, 2020 – 602

25. Total number of Renewal Notices sent June 1, 2019 to May 31, 2020 – 9,432

201E-mail Blasts July 2019 – June 2020

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Deactivation Notices 7/1/2019

Renewal Notices 7/1/2019

Weekly New/Renewing Members Notices 7/1/2019

VIP Reception 7/1/2019

Quarterly Reports - Chapter - 2nd Quarter - Reminder 7/2/2019

Quarterly Reports - Region - 2nd Quarter - Reminder 7/2/2019

Monthly Reports Eblast 7/4/2019


Volunteer Message 7/12/2019

App Invitation 7/12/2019


Management Concepts 7/19/2019







Capital One Data Breach 8/6/2019

MC Scholarship Winners 8/7/2019

Condolences 8/10/2019


Online Store Announcement 8/13/2019

Webinar Wednesdays Aug/Sep 8/15/2019


Equal Pay Webinar 8/21/2019


N&V Article Call - Sept/Oct 8/26/2019

Women's Equality Day 8/26/2019

Equal Pay Webinar - reminder 8/27/2019

N&V Ready 8/28/2019

Labor Day 8/30/2019




TSP Withdrawal Requests 9/6/2019



TSP Loans/Withdrawals Webinar 9/11/2019

NTP 2020 Announcement 9/12/2019


TSP New Withdrawal Options 9/16/2019

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Workforce of the Future 9/19/2019


Quarterly Reports - Region - 3rd Quarter 9/24/2019

Quarterly Reports - Chapter - 3rd Quarter 9/24/2019




TSP Loans/Withdrawals Webinar - Reminder 10/1/2019

Quarterly Reports - Region - 3rd Quarter - Reminder 10/1/2019

Quarterly Reports - Chapter - 3rd Quarter - Reminder 10/1/2019

Legislative Updates Ready 10/1/2019

Webinar Wednesdays Oct 10/3/2019

FEEA Scholarships Open 10/3/2019

FEEA Scholarships Open 10/4/2019



Paycheck Checkup - Reminder 10/11/2019


NTP 2019 Photos 10/15/2019

Workforce of the Future Reminder 10/16/2019

VA MOU 10/17/2019

N&V Ready 10/18/2019


Membership Survey 10/24/2019




November_December AMA webinars 11/1/2019


Paycheck Checkup - Reminder 11/4/2019


TSP Two-Step Authentication 11/5/2019

Membership Survey Reminder 11/6/2019

Veterans Day 11/7/2019


N&V Article Call - Nov/Dec 11/8/2019


NTP 2020 Invitation 11/12/2019



Thanksgiving 11/25/2019

TSP Playing Fair 11/26/2019

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MC Holiday Social 11/26/2019




TSP Transaction Schedule 12/3/2019

IRS SPECS Announcement 12/6/2019



Fed Paid Leave Act 12/13/2019


Quarterly Reports - Chapter - 4th Quarter 12/18/2019

Quarterly Reports - Region - 4th Quarter 12/18/2019

Chapter President Training Webinar 12/19/2019

N&V Ready_Nov_Dec_2019 12/20/2019


Happy Holidays 2019 12/23/2019


Happy New Year 2020 12/30/2019

Quarterly Reports - Chapter - 4th Quarter 1/6/2020

Quarterly Reports - Region - 4th Quarter 1/6/2020

Weekly Join/Renew Notices 1/6/2020


Chapter Officer Training Webinar 1/10/2020


N&V Article Call - Jan/Feb 1/14/2020

IRS VITA Program reminder 1/14/2020

FEEA Disaster Relief 1/15/2020

Webinar Wednesdays Jan 1/16/2020

Equal Rights Amendment Update 1/16/2020

Webinar Wednesdays Jan 1/17/2020

Reminder: It's Time to Submit Form 990-N 1/17/2020


Building Influential Relationships to Propel Your Career 1/24/2020

Building Influential Relationships to Propel Your Career 1/24/2020

Reminder: It's Time to Submit Form 990-N 1/24/2020


Reminder: Building Influential Relationships to Propel Your Career 1/29/2020

Diversity Focus Area webinar 1/30/2020

TSP Annual Statements 1/30/2020


2020 National Training Program mini-webinar 2/4/2020

Reminder1: Diversity Focus Area webinar 2/5/2020

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Announcing Pre-Opening Season for FEW’s Awards and Scholarship Program 2/6/2020


Reminder2: Diversity Focus Area webinar 2/10/2020

What’s New with the Federal Long Term Care Insurance Program? 2/11/2020

Information about Filing Form 990-N (e-postcard) 2/11/2020

Free Tax Preparation and Tax Counseling Services from the Internal Revenue Service 2/13/2020

Reminder: It's Time to Submit Form 990-N due February 15, 2020 2/14/2020



Announcing Pre-Opening Season for FEW’s Awards and Scholarship Program 2/25/2020

NTP Flyer 2/27/2020


Celebrating Women's History Month March, 2020 3/2/2020

Open Invitation - Members 3/3/2020

Grantham Scholarship App Period 3/3/2020

The IRS Group Tax Exemption Authorization form is due 3/4/2020

2020-2022 National Nominations 3/4/2020

Monthly Reports Ready 3/5/2020

N&V Ready 3/5/2020

Summer Intern Announcement 3/6/2020

Awards & Scholarships - Open Season 3/7/2020


N&V Article Call - Mar/Apr 3/9/2020

Safety is a priority! Stop the Spread of the Coronavirus 3/9/2020

Scholarships Flyer 3/11/2020

2020 National Training Program update 3/12/2020

April 9, 2020 Town Hall with President Karen Rainey 3/13/2020


2020-2022 National Nominations_part2 3/16/2020

TSP Operations 3/17/2020

Quarterly Reports - Chapter - 1st Quarter 3/19/2020

Quarterly Reports - Region - 1st Quarter 3/19/2020

Awards & Scholarships - Midway 3/20/2020


COVID Nation Changed 3/23/2020

2020-2022 National Nominations_part3 3/26/2020

COVID GWU 3/26/2020


Additional Paid Leave and FMLA 3/30/2020

Awards & Scholarships - Reminder 3/31/2020

Webinar Wednesdays April-June 4/1/2020

Quarterly Reports - Chapter - 1st Quarter - Reminder 4/1/2020

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Quarterly Reports - Region - 1st Quarter - Reminder 4/1/2020

Webinar Wednesdays April-June 4/3/2020


A&S - Final Reminder 4/6/2020


Membership Month 4/6/2020

Rescheduled: April 23, 2020 Organization Update with President Karen Rainey 4/7/2020

The IRS Group Tax Exemption Authorization form is due_reminder 4/7/2020

Grantham Scholarship Reminder 4/9/2020


Diversity Survey 4/13/2020

TSP Distributions Change 4/14/2020

Rescheduled: April 23, 2020 Town Hall with President Karen Rainey 4/16/2020

NTP 2021 Chair Call 4/16/2020

Leadership Summit - Non-reg 4/17/2020


Domestic Violence Webinar 4/21/2020


Reminder: April 23, 2020 Town Hall with President Karen Rainey 4/22/2020

FEEA Help 4/22/2020

Grantham Scholarship Extended 4/24/2020

NTP 2021 Chair Call 4/24/2020

2020 Town Hall Follow Up 4/25/2020


MC Scholarships 4/27/2020

Ladies Night 2 4/27/2020


Ladies Night 3 5/1/2020

Diversity Survey Reminder 5/1/2020

TSP Rollover Extended 5/4/2020

2020 National Elections Voting Begins 5/4/2020

2020 Public Service Recognition Week 5/4/2020


Rescheduled: Ladies Night May 8, 2020 5/5/2020

GWU Training 5/6/2020


Mother's Day 5/8/2020


ABS Webinars 5/12/2020

Chairs/Assistants Call 5/13/2020

ABS Webinars 5/18/2020


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FLTCIP 3.0 Review 5/20/2020

Grantham Scholarship App Period Reminder 5/22/2020

Memorial Day Message 5/22/2020


FLTCIP 3.0 Review Reminder 5/26/2020

MOU with DLA Troop Support - Philadelphia 5/29/2020


Reminder - MC Scholarships 6/2/2020

Letter to Chapter Leaders 6/2/2020

Bylaws Vote Announcement 6/3/2020


Good Men Updated 6/4/2020

TSP Board Chairman Resignation 6/5/2020

News & Views Ready 6/5/2020

Economic Impact Payments for Homeless, Unbanked, Certain Seniors and Some Limited English-Proficient

6/5/2020

Keynote Speaker 6/5/2020

VLS Announcement 6/8/2020


Election Results 6/10/2020


Good Men Reminder 6/16/2020

Graduation Message 6/17/2020

Father's Day Message 6/21/2020

TSP Loan/Withdrawal Forms 6/22/2020


Quarterly Reports - Region - 2nd Quarter 6/23/2020

Quarterly Reports - Chapter - 2nd Quarter 6/23/2020

TSP Rollover Extended Update 6/26/2020


NBOD Press Release 6/30/2020

9 through June 30, 2019 Administrative/Other Activities

1. Process and manage FEW in-box daily

2. Manage FEW National Office phone lines daily

3. Sent e-blasts for Legislative Updates

4. Posted outreach/job opportunities to FEW website

5. Assisted VPMCO with membership/chapter issues or questions

6. Facilitated various webinars throughout the year including, but not limited to, Awards/Scholarships

submissions, Thrift Savings Plan, and Legislative update webinars

NTP 2020 planning

1. Sending out site RFPs to 70+ different potential NTP 2020 sites

2. Prepping RFP response documentation for committee review

3. Working to secure site visits with short-listed potential NTP 2020 sites

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4. Finalizing Hyatt Orlando site selection

5. Prepping eblast and FEW website slider to announce the NTP 2020 site selection

6. Working with the NTP 2020 Chair to create potential graphics for NTP 2020

7. Working with NTP 2020 Chair to discuss task lists, open items, and progress

8. Updating NTP 2020 forms and documents for PPRC review.

9. Providing NTP graphics for various Professional Woman’s Magazine publications

10. Phone calls with various NTP 2020 team members to discuss items they might need in order

to perform their tasks.

11. Preparing NTP 2020 registration site.

12. Revising FEW web pages to include NTP 2020 logo and page buttons.

13. Updating NTP 2020 forms and documents for PPRC review.

14. Providing NTP graphics for various DiversityComm magazine publications.

15. Phone calls with various NTP 2020 team members to discuss items they might need in order

to perform their tasks.

16. Revising FEW web pages to include NTP 2020 logo and page buttons.

17. Participating on monthly calls with NTP 2020 team

18. Weekly call with NTP 2020 Chair to discuss task lists, open items, and progress

19. Assisting Publications team by providing NTP 2020 information for Program Book

20. Processing all forms of NTP 2020 registration; following up on registrations that are unpaid

21. Providing monthly reports on collected NTP funds to accountant, Treasurer and Finance

Chairs

22. Working with Emergency Preparedness Team to create an Emergency Preparedness Plan

for NTP 2020 purposes

23. Assisting in creation of marketing materials for use in eblasts, posting on website or

mailings

VLS 2020 planning

1. Working with National President to review virtual platform options available and preparing

comparison matrix for review

2. Providing Virtual Leadership Summit graphics for various DiversityComm magazine

publications.

3. Converting NTP registration site to Virtual Leadership Summit site and preparing to reopen

registration

4. Preparing updated eblasts regarding conversion from physical to virtual event

5. Providing support to VLS 2020 team

6. Assisting Publications team by providing VLS 2020 information for Program Book

7. Processing all forms of VLS registration; following up on registrations that are unpaid

8. Working with Communications team to create marketing materials for use in eblasts,

posting on website or mailings

9. Finalizing VLS online planning for all events

10. Working with Engagez and Adobe Connect platforms to design, develop and set up the VLS

event

11. Train and assist presenters with the Adobe Connect rooms/tools

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EXHIBIT #9



July 20, 2020

FROM: Connie Coleman-Lacadie

POSITION: Vice President for Policy & Planning

During my second year as your Vice President for Policy & Planning I have supported my goals as

reflected below.

Goal 1: Support the vision, mission and values of the organization in upholding the National Bylaws

by maintaining and updating FEW’s National Policy and Procedures Manual (NPPM).

Reviewed the NPPM to ensure all motions from the Executive Committee (EC) and National

Board of Directors (NBOD) meetings were added or updated to the NPPM and posted on the FEW website.

Reviewed the NPPM from cover to cover for housekeeping updates, possible increased

clarification of procedures and noting areas that are outdated or lacking updated history.

Reviewing past motions to ensure there is no conflict with more recent updates. This

happens when a change to the NPPM comes about but does not address past changes.

Reviewed NPPM and National Bylaws for comment or clarification to questions regarding

recognition, positions, board structure, etc.

Worked with the Bylaws Chair to ensure NPPM is in alignment with updates to the Bylaws.

Goal 2: Support the Strategic Plan

Worked with the Strategic Plan Committee to prepare workshop for the 2019 NTP in

Philadelphia. Provided copies of Regional and Chapter Strategic Planning processes.

Requested feedback from the committee to summarize the work accomplished to meet their

goals and fulfill their strategies.

Worked with George Washington University (GWU) Center for Excellence in Public

Leadership (CEPL) to host a webinar in January and posted an eBlast for leadership development offered

by CWU/CEPL at a reduced cost for members.

Submitted an article, “Do You Need a Strategic Plan?’ for News and Views.

Submitted an article Are You Empowering or Undermining Others? By The Colonel’s

Daughter Lauren Schieffer, CSP, Keynote Speaker, Author, Facilitator, Supporter of FEW.

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Goal 3: Develop the Annual FEW Report

Requested annual accomplishments reports from NBOD and Chapter Presidents. Submitted

to PPRC for review and final approval to begin the process of creating 2019 Annual Report.

Gathered photos, community events information and highlighted the National Training

Program in Philadelphia for the annual report.

Submitted all articles to PPRC for review.

Provided a DRAFT annual report to our graphic artist for a proof to be reviewed by the

President.

Received a final document for posting to the website.

Goal 4: Participate in forums, seminars and training programs focused on leadership, mentoring and

strategic planning

Attended various town halls, Zoom meetings, Zoom membership events and several

webinars.

Worked with The George Washington University, Director, Marketing and Business

Development, and Faculty Director, Executive Women’s Leadership Program to sponsor and host a

leadership webinar. Created the flyer for distribution throughout FEW and the Executive Women’s Leadership Program.

Received emails from various coalitions inviting FEW to the table for consideration to serve

as a representative and followed up on the requests if they support FEW’s mission and vision for President

Rainey’s review and approval.

Contacted by the Associate Project Director, The Center for Strategic Prevention Support, Education Development Center, to serve on their Women Veterans in STEM Advisory Board. President Rainey approved my selection to serve and represent FEW.

Other Duties:

Worked with VP for Membership and Chapter Organization on the Chapter Charter Starter

guidelines and Bylaws Chair regarding bylaws updates when required.

Reviewed and edited various flyers, articles and newsletters.

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July 20, 2020

FROM: Tonya Prior Watson

POSITION: Vice President for Compliance and Special Assistant to the President for Federal Women’s

Program

Goal 1: Serve as a resource to the Regional and Chapter Representatives in preparing for

meetings/briefings with agency leadership and/or employees on the following subject

areas: (1) Management Directive 715 Report; (2) EEO laws and the Federal Personnel

system; and (3) various programs that support Family-Work life balance.

Activities completed to achieve goal

o Established the FEW Compliance Team, which consisted of all Regional Compliance

Chairs in FEW. Met with the Regional Compliance Chairs (RCC) Team on a

quarterly basis. During the meetings, we worked to establish a standard model for

identifying and managing the compliance chair role throughout the organization.

o Updated the Compliance focus area’s webpage.

o Developed and facilitated the compliance portion of the “Strategic Planning”, “All

About FEW”, and “Chapter President Leadership Forum” training sessions that took

place during the 2019 National Training Program (NTP), in Philadelphia, PA, during

July 2019.

o Provided feedback during the development of the 2019 Membership Survey for the

compliance-focus area questions.

o Developed Standard Operating Procedures for the position of Vice President for

Compliance.

o Served on various special taskforces to ensure compliance with the National

organization’s policies and procedures pertaining to handling confidential/sensitive

situations that arise while conducting business.

Goal 2: Promote education regarding Compliance issues to the Regions and Chapters through

webinars, newsletters, social media, and/or other available resources.


o Made Compliance-focused webinar accessible to the FEW membership via the FEW

website. The webinar/training was focused on the role of FEW as a resource to the

Regions and Chapters as it pertains to compliance within their federal agencies.

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o Conducted annual Compliance Training for various FEW chapters nation-wide.

o Created the Special Emphasis Program Executive Order document for posting to the

FEW website.

o Periodically reviewed and update the FEW website to ensure that content is relevant

to membership.

o Submitted compliance focused articles to News & Views on behalf of the FEW

Compliance Team

o Reached out to Tully Rinckey PLLC to arrange FREE webinars for various FEW

chapters.

Goal 3: Monitor organizational compliance within our Agencies to provide up-to-date information

on current legislation and making this information available to the FEW membership

(Regional and Chapter level).


o Meet quarterly with the Regional Compliance Chairs to ensure that they are

providing the Chapter Compliance Chairs with the resources and guidance needed to

successfully carryout their role in their various chapters.

o Establishing an MOU with the US Department of Housing and Urban Development

to include measurable outcomes/accomplishments that benefit current and future

FEW members at HUD.

Goal 4: Work to support FEW's Federal Women’s Program by providing training options and

eliminate barriers to employment opportunities for women in federal service.


o Developed a Compliance/FWP Strategic Plan Committee to assist with formulating

and implementing strategies to support FEW’s mission in the areas of Compliance

and the Federal Women’s Program.

o Sent introduction letter to all the Federal Women’s Program Managers (FWPM) in

the FEW database. As a result of the letter, FEW received status updates from

current and past FWPMs.

o Conducted a presentation, at the 2019 NTP, pertaining to the Federal Women’s

Program’s Strategic Plan/Goals.

o Developed Standard Operating Procedures for the position of Special Assistant to the

National President for Federal Women’s Program.

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EXHIBIT #11



July 20, 2020

FROM: C. Carmen Chávez-Ghimenti

POSITION: Vice President for Congressional Relations

Your VP for Congressional Relations has accomplished the following in the second year of her term:

Goal 1: Work with the FEW Legislative Contractor to assure that there is meaningful communication

with all Chapter Legislative Chairs. Communicate at least four times a year with information

on proposed legislation with the membership.

Legislative Updates published every two weeks (edit, forward to PPRC, request archiving and

uploading to website, etc).

Communicate at least once a month with Chapter Legislative Chairs.

All FEW members receive Legislative E Blasts and FEW Action Alerts.

All individuals who are registered with CQ Engage receive every two weeks a Legislative e-mail,

Call to Action, etc.

Legislative Webinar on Equal Pay was held on 29 August, 2019.

Published and posted the 116th

Congress FEW Scorecard.

Goal 2: Promote the educating of membership on legislative issues that affect the federal workforce.

Legislative Chairs are reminded and requested to pass on information to chapter members.

Communicated with Chapter Presidents and Legislative Chairs regarding:

o Senate letter writing campaign (FEW support of the passage of the Federal Employees Paid

Leave Act (FEPLA) and The Paycheck Fairness Act, S. 270).

Provided Chapter Legislative Chairs for dissemination and posted to website:

o four FEW Fact Sheets on the Equal Rights Amendment (ERA),

o Federal Employee Paid Leave 2020

o Violence Against Women Act 2019

o Federal Pay Increase 2019

o Guidance for teleworkers clarifying when they are considered “on duty” and how the Hatch

Act applies during video conferences and social media

o ERA Updates

o Bills tracked by FEW

Goal 3: Work collaborative with other affinity groups and government employee organizations whose

mission mirrors those of the FEW legislative agenda.

Contacted the Women’s Advisory Board of the FBI and requested their participation in the letter

writing campaign

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FEW continues to work with organizations, such as Women’s Law Center, ERA Coalition,

National Partnership for Women and Families, National Coalition for Equity in Public Service

(NCEPS), etc. on issues that are in FEWs Legislative priorities

Other:

Member of VP group that presented in the 2019 NTP: Strategic Planning Session; All About FEW;

CPLF

Participated in the NTP Shadowing Program (shadowed by Tracea Clemons and Shamera Mack)

Submitted Standard Operating Procedures for the Congressional Relations VP position as requested

Provided review, edits and additions to documents, flyers, newsletters and publications as a member

of the Publication Policy and Review Committee (PPRC).

Attended and participated all PPRC meeting.

Convened and Chaired Legislative Strategic Workgroup meetings

Submitted the Legislative questions for the FEW Membership Survey

Submitted articles for New and Views

Participated in the FBI Diversity Day (Represent the DI Diversity and Inclusion)

Participated in Latina Diversity and Inclusion

Attended NBOD and EC meetings

Submitted all reports as requested

Submitted Annual Performance Review for DCG Inc.

Attended Strategic Planning Committee meetings

Attended NTP/VLS committee meetings and reported as required

Procured a Speaker for the Legislative Luncheon for the VLS. This includes sending letters to

possible speakers, and drafting contracts

Attended FEW Town Hall Meeting, webinars and on line programs

Paycheck Checkup, Domestic Violence, NTP Webinar, Ladies Night and Diversity Toolkit

Participated in planning and attended the DC Metro Region RTP

Participating in the DC Metro Region Legislative Luncheon Planning Committee

Participated in the DCMR Breast Cancer Awareness WORK IN PINK DAY on October 28th

Attended DCMR Veterans Day program featuring Retired Major General Linda Singh, Maryland

Army National Guard

Participated in the DCMR Nominating Committee

Planning committee for the DCMR UGLY SWEATER Holiday Party

As one of the two members of the NWDC Chapter Nominating Committee: spoke to chapter

members interested in positions, corresponded with members and possible candidates, and

submitted a report as required by the Chapter Bylaws.

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EXHIBIT #12



July 20, 2020

FROM: Patrice Wilson

POSITION: Vice President for Diversity

Goal 1: Educate members and leaders on the benefits of diversity and how by leveraging differences

in backgrounds/cultures, education, experiences and working styles, we learn and get richer views.

Facilitated live presentations at the 2019 National Training Program, “Chapter President’s

Leadership Forum”, “All About FEW” and the “FEW Strategic Planning” workshops. Worked

closely with both keynote speakers for the 2019 NTP Diversity Luncheon; prepared the agenda,

provided welcome remarks and program logistics for the event.

Prepared the FEW 2018-2020 Diversity Strategic Plan.

Met frequently with the National President to discuss Diversity initiatives and progress.

February 2020, created and presented to membership, the FEW diversity webinar entitle, “The

Diversity Toolkit: Your Role in Workforce Diversity.” The webinar content was developed with

the intention of facilitating a positive interactive experience for members and leaders on the benefits

of diversity and how leveraging differences in backgrounds/cultures, education, experiences and

working styles, we learn and get richer views and generally teaching individuals who are different

from others how to work together effectively.

The FEW National Diversity webpage is frequently updated with new content to include

information about government-wide diversity initiatives, resources such as “What Diversity Looks

Like” and “Why Diversity Matters to FEW.” There is also page dedicated to Special Emphasis

Observances, explaining their annual theme and why we celebrate.

Prepared monthly articles for the FEW News & Views and special observance commemoration

statements to members.

Prepared frequent social media posts on the topic of diversity news and special emphasis

observances. During the period of July 2019 to July 2020, the special observances were:

September – National Hispanic Heritage Month

October – National Disability Employment Awareness Month

November – National American Indian Alaska Native Heritage Month

January – Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. – Day of Service

February – African American History Month

March – National Women’s History Month

May – Asian American Pacific Islander Heritage Month

June – LGBTQ Pride Month

Goal 2: Ensure that FEW is creating/maintaining a culture that encourages collaboration, flexibility

and fairness and incorporates diversity in policies, strategic plans and operational procedures.

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Conducted National Diversity Committee Meetings throughout the year and formulated a special

subcommittee workgroup to work on the “Attracting the Next Generation” initiative. Part one of

that initiative was conducting a membership diversity survey. Part two will begin after the new

administration is in place. Results of the initiative will be shared with members.

Participated in a National Strategic Planning meeting with the National VPs in preparation for the

Strategic Planning webinar.

Goal 3: Increase engagement with Regional Managers and chapters.

I attend all monthly DC Metro Region Meetings.

National Diversity Committee meetings were held and participants from several regions were

engaged and volunteered for roles within the committee.

Distributed bi-monthly Diversity Committee Update/newsletter that was distributed to Regional and

Chapter Diversity Chairs, Regional Managers (to be shared with Chapter Presidents) to

communicate, provide news, increase awareness and provide guidance for our programs specific to

Diversity.

Other Items:

In preparation of the transitioning of positions on the National Board of Directors, created Standard

Operating Procedures for the position of Communications Committee Chair.

On August 27th through the 29th, I attended The Office of Civil Rights & Liberties, Ombudsman &

Traveler Engagement (CRL/OTE) “Diversity & Inclusion Change Agents” course. The 3-day

certification course taught participants to foster a fair, open, cooperative, supportive, and

empowering work environment that cultivates employee engagement and improve OPM Federal

Employee Viewpoint Survey scores. The course provided participants with targeted skill building

exercises to help create and strengthen workplace teams to their fullest potential.

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EXHIBIT #13



July 20, 2020

FROM: La Tanya Kelley

POSITION: Vice President of Membership and Chapter Organization

Goal 1: Assist Chapters in retaining and gaining new members. Ensure that all Chapters are utilizing

the appropriate information to retain and gain their membership. Support and encourage effective

communication with members. Responded to membership inquiries

Reviewed chapter rosters and communicated with RM’s to look beyond the current month to

anticipate changes in membership in an effort to retain members; provided ideas for

recruitment strategies

Developed the Membership Survey along with other VP’s; Completed the formal report to

distribute to all NBOD members

Updated the Regional Manager’s Standard Operating Procedure with input from Southeast,

Southwest and Western Regional Managers

Continue to send out reminders and provide members with the resources that are available to

them. Following up with members when they fall off the roster we were able to reclaim a

number of members

Created letters and certificates to celebrate the members anniversaries and acknowledge the

contribution of our tenured members (5, 10 15, 25 and 30 year members)

Goal 2: Assist Regional Managers in establishing new Chapters. Ensure that Region Managers read

and understand the National Policy and Procedures Manual and Bylaws when establishing new

Chapters. Provided guidance to the DC Metro, Southeast and Southwest Regional Managers in

chartering the Semper Paratus and Fort Belvoir Chapters in DC Metro, The City of Oaks

Chapter, Magnolia Royal Star in Southeast Region and the DFW Bluebonnet Chapter and

the Alamo City Patriots chapter in the Southwest Region

Updated the current Chapter Start-up kit to allow chapters to be chartered before bank

accounts are open, but an account will have to open within 30 days of being chartered

Presented the Chapter Charter to the Bluebonnet Chapter in the Southwest Region

Received interest to charter new chapters in Louisiana, Texas, Tennessee, New York,

Hawaii and Puerto Rico

Goal 3: Assist Regional Managers with issues concerning membership in their Regions. Hold

monthly teleconference meeting with Regional Managers in order to maintain communication,

increase education about internal processes (invite guests such as Vice Presidents, Special Assistants)

and promote information sharing, lessons learned and innovative practices amongst Chapters,

Regions and National Board.

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Provided Regional Managers with membership totals and request status of chapters that fell

below the minimum of 15 members.

Held monthly conference calls with the RM as well as one-on-one conference call to provide

assistance when needed.

Regine Williams, Bylaws Chair, Connie Coleman-Lacadie VP of Policy and Planning, Jerri

Peterson Awards Chair and Robin Sutton (DCG) provided information during Regional

Manager’s monthly meeting.

Shared information regarding RTP guidelines, welcome letter template and recruitment

strategies.

Responded to membership questions posed by the membership to include the RM’s.

Participated in Regional Manager’s Regional Meetings to assist the RM’s and address any

questions

Ensure that recovery plans are developed for chapters that are below 15 members. Monitor

the status of the recovery plans.

Requested Regional Managers update Chapter and /Regional Officer’s to ensure

membership is current and officer’s position are filled and reported to the National office

Ensure that Chapter members are notified when the chapter charters have been revoked and

given an opportunity to choose another chapter, followed by removing the dissolved chapter

from the FEW website.

Provided ideas on advertising RTP training in an effort to increase member’s and agency

participation

Continue to engage members at all levels and grow the organization – Meet with Chapters

and their Officers to provide trainings on the benefits of the organization

Goal 4: Assist Chapters/Regions to ensure that all new members receive New Member training in a

timely manner. Work with the VP for Training to ensure the New Member training is current and

available on FEW web page. Conduct webinars and review quarterly reports to ensure that Chapters

are training their new members. Provided New Member’s and officer’s training.

Reviewed all quarterly report and discussed concerns with each Regional Manager to

follow-up with their chapters. Provided comments to the Chapter Presidents.

Updated the training material on the website. CPLF Training, Regional Manager’s Training,

New member Orientation and Chapter Officer’s training.

Provided Chapter Officer’s Training along with the National office

Conducted trainings quarterly at the Chapter, Regional and National level

Restructured the CPLF so that the officers could engage more one-on-one with various Vice-

Presidents in order to fully understand how to meet the four focus areas. The CPLF was

well-received and the survey spoke to the positive impact that it had on the chapter leaders.

As a result of the new format, many Chapter Presidents are excited about the opportunity to

attend this year.

Designed the Regional pamphlets as a recruitment tool for Regions to distribute during their

RTPs NTP and recruitment event.

Goal 5: Increase Membership by 10% by conducting membership drives; Continue with branding

FEW in the federal government and Private Industries so that FEW can soar to new heights.

Continue to promote current membership drive and preparing for an additional membership

drive in April.

Staying abreast of member’s renewal date and sending a friendly reminder of the benefits of

being a member of FEW.

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Continue to make contact with potential members who agencies are not represented on FEW

rosters by contact Agency Heads via Federal Executive Boards.

Engaging members to provide testimonial of why they joined FEW and the benefits of being

a member.

Review membership statistics (Lifetime, Diamond and Annual Membership) Grade levels

and classifications by regions:

Develop an additional Membership Contest - Developed an additional Membership Drive in

the month of April and offered prizes

Challenge every FEW Leader to recruit 10 new Members – Encouraged each FEW leader to

recruit new members by sending frequent emails throughout the year and encouraging

individuals to join while on various TDY sites. Reminded members to add their name to the

referred to box on the membership application

Develop outreach plan for recruiting younger women – Meet with other groups (such as

Young Professional Leaders of America and Executive Women in Government and varies

sororities) to recruit potential members

Meet with Federal Executive Board Directors in various cities to openly share methods to

engage and recruit younger federal employees.

Widely promote the use of the “elevator” card in order to advertise FEW and what it

represents shared the elevator cards while promoting FEW at various RTP’s, and training

conferences

Create a plan to increase the visibility of FEW – Created strategic plans for Regions whose

member’s number are low and educated Regional Managers in order for them to advertise

for FEW. Collaborated with DCG to contact the agencies of non-members who attended the

National Training Program.

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July 20, 2020

FROM: Kaya Lewis-Baltimore

POSITION: Vice President of Training and VLS 2020 Chair

Goal 1: Ensure that the standards of training are being met at all levels. This includes overseeing that

the 10 regions are conducting their annual regional training and that the 100+ chapters are providing

training to the members in all four of the FEW emphasis areas. Participated in the DC Metro meet up for Legislation Engage tool at MGM in Fort Washington,

MD

Serving on the DC Metro Region RTP committee.

Collaborated with AMA Management to host Wednesday Webinar Series for Leadership

Introduced 30-Minute Soar to New Heights Webinar Series with AMA, LLC for January –

March; posted on Website

Speaking engagement slated April 3, 2020 for All About FEW in Newport News (canceled

because of Covid-19/Corona Virus)- Rescheduled for October

Worked with the Northern VA: Bright Knights Chapter for New Membership Orientation

Training (Trained two sessions April 16th

and 30th

)

Attended the DC Metro Region Membership Orientation Session

Conducted Zoom Cohort Training for preparation of Virtual Leadership Summit (VLS)

Goal 2: Ensure that new members are receiving their new members’ packets and new membership

training through the individual Chapter or via Webinars. This includes working with the Vice

President for Membership and Chapter Organization and Regional Managers. Scheduled the remaining Webinars with all Vice Presidents for their specific focus area to be

advertised on all levels.

Updated and Maintained the Webinar Schedule for NBOD members to host Webinars Chapter

Officer Training (2) parts; 990 Tax; Diversity, Strategic Planning Leadership; NTP Mini Review

and Nominations. In addition Presidents Town Hall; Domestic Violence Webinar; hosted

Virtual Ladies Night; two Webinars with our Sponsors ABS (May 14 and 21); and Upcoming

Long-term Care for May 27, 2020.

Conducted Dry Run with Robin Sutton in preparation of A FEW Good Men panel discussion

Participated in the Webinar Panel of A FEW Good Men

Drafted and Compiled survey data from all Webinars

Goal 3: Confirm the Master Training Plan for the National Training Program (NTP) and that a NTP

chair selected each year. Discussed and Reviewed the Master Training Plan with President Rainey from NTP 2019 to see

gaps and needs for 2020 NTP.

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Participated in NTP 2020 Committee chair meeting in September, October, November, January,

February, and March. Became the National Event Chair for 2020 after Nicole Wright’s

resignation.

Drafted and Voted on NTP 2020 Motion for site location for NTP 2020.

Drafted and Voted on NTP 2021 Motion for site location for NTP 2021.

Researched and Recommended Computer Company to assist in NTP of 2020.

Interviewed and Selected a Training Logistics (Renee Murdock) to assist the NTP Chair and

myself to support the NTP

Worked with the Training Task Team to Confirm and Deliver a 2020 Training Catalog by

January 2020.

Drafted welcome package for all confirmed Trainers that I was responsible.

Negotiated terms of agreements for all confirmed Trainers that I was responsible for pursuing

the new direction for a Virtual Leadership Summit

Interviewed and selected Logistics Chair for National Training Committee

Manage and maintain email correspondence for each presenter to keep timeline moving as we

approach the NTP and now the Virtual Leadership Summit

Prepared and had distributed the nomination package for upcoming 2021 NTP Chair

Prepared Motions for the NBOD and EC to vote new NTP Chair for 2021

Prepared Motions for forms within the NTP Nomination Package for 2022

Attended training for Adobe Connect platform

Attended run-through of EngageZ tool for front end platform

Goal 4: I will Chair the NTP Advisory Committee. This includes providing agenda, February Board

of Directors’ minutes, and master plan of 2019 training courses with highlights of new courses.

Continue and expand any ongoing plans and activities scheduled for the 2019 NTP. Provided updates to the NBOD and NTP Chair 2020 regarding the NTP Shadow Program from

the NTP 2019

Closed survey data from NTP 2019 and briefed at the Oct 2019 EC informal meeting

Drafted the National Membership Survey in Survey Monkey

Closed out the Membership Survey and collaborated with the National VP of Membership.

Drafted the National Diversity Survey in Survey Monkey

Closed out the National Diversity Survey and collaborated with the National VP of Diversity

and DC Metro Region Diversity Chair Tara Bullock.

Worked with the Training Task Team to introduce 35 new courses to the NTP

Worked on getting the same exact training track(35 new courses) to be virtual for the Virtual

Leadership Summit

Goal 5: I will review and/ or approve proposals and training documents. This includes coordinating

with the NTP Chair (Naomi Bell) for program booklet, registrations progression, and collaborating

with event planner (Robin Sutton) on hotel rates, rooms, and training capacities. Collaborating the scheduling of site visits for locations for NTP 2021.

Had Bi-weekly check-ins with NTP Chair as I collaborated with confirming 2020 Training

Catalog

Proposed New Site Location for 2021 and NBOD voted for Marriot Marquis, Houston, TX

Reassigned as the National Training Event Chair for 2020 for the Virtual Leadership

Summit

Working with Robin as a collaboration for the new platform (familiarize and make sure it is

suitable for our needs.

Developed and presented the material for training on Zoom with NBOD

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Held consistent meetings with the Virtual Leadership Summit Committee

Trained the VLS Committee on Zoom

Working Action Items for NTP Committee:

Evaluated and Assessed Training Sessions by reviewing survey feedback to oversee delivery and

ensure quality which included working with the DC Metro Regional Manager and Training

Committee for RTP

Submitted NTP Shadow Program update to News and Views

Working on other duties assigned via President Karen Rainey

Coordinated Training Webinars with AMA Quarterly:

o Business Leadership: Leading People; Magnificent Leadership Insight for Business

Leadership Traits and How to lead an Organization.

o 5 Keys to building a High Performing Team, Executive Core Qualifications; Building

coalitions for success; Decision Making for Maximum Impact; Introduction to Government

Contracting; and Leading yourself to becoming a Great Business Leader.

o Business Leadership Training - Leading people; Business Leadership Training - How to lead

an organization; Effective Communication: Building Influence within your Organization;

Workplace Civility; Building Resilience during challenging times; Leading through change;

Strategic Planning Techniques; and Understanding your Organization

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EXHIBIT #15



July 20, 2020

FROM: Shannon A Mahan

POSITION: National Secretary

Accomplishments from July 2019 to July 2020

BEFORE MEETINGS:

Worked with the National President and the Executive Vice President to prepare the meeting agendas.

Documented action items from meetings; followed up with the responsible person for status reports.

Emailed information and/or report templates for Annual Membership, EC, and NBOD meetings.

Monitored and compiled report submissions and edited reports for heading, spelling, punctuation, format

and margins.

Monitored reports with regard to travel arrangements and communicated with Special Assistant for

Housing and Credentials, as well as the President

Finalized and distributed agenda, schedule, reports and other information for Annual Membership, EC, and

NBOD meetings

Provided forms, recorder and projection of reports and other documents for EC, Annual Membership and

NBOD meetings.

Provided documents before the meeting to Webmaster for posting to the website and notified board.

DURING MEETING:

Visually displayed reports, agendas, and motions.

Took minutes and recorded formal meeting sessions.

Compiled and processed action items, motions, and corrected reports.

If the meeting was a teleconference, I took roll call and provided a quorum report. During Motions I either

took roll call or provided confirmation of passage of a motion.

AFTER MEETINGS:

Provided minutes of each meeting to the review committee and the President in a timely manner.

Prepared the minutes draft, processed through the Minutes Approval Committee, and compiled final

documents to include committee and National President edits and corrections.

Provided final archive documents to Webmaster for posting to the website.

Updated the Action List.

NBOD Meetings: EC Meetings:

July 25-26, 2019 Philadelphia October 25-26, 2019 Miami

Sept. 10, 2019 Teleconference May 23, 2020 Zoom Conference

Nov. 18, 2019 Teleconference

Feb. 21-22, 2020 Orlando Annual Membership Meeting:

April 11, 2020 Teleconference July 20, 2020 Zoom Conference

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June 18, 2020 Zoom Conference

OTHER ITEMS:

Answered and provided information, when requested, within 24-48 hours, such as copy of goals, report

templates, or teleconference dial in information.

Prepared 95 holiday cards for mailing and mailed them.

Prepared PPRC minutes for all meetings.

Reviewed documents as member of the PPRC.

Served as Immediate Past RM for the Rocky Mountain Region, as the RTP Chair for the March 2020 RTP

(canceled due to Covid-19), and as the acting Secretary for the Region when the elected secretary resigned.

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EXHIBIT #16



July 20, 2020

FROM: Carol D. Jones

POSITION: National Treasurer

Goal 1: Monitor and review all report of income and expenditures.

Review the monthly financial statements.

Review membership dues reimbursement and financial reports.

Goal 2: Oversees the receipt and disbursement of all funds. Assure records are maintained to account

for all receipts and expenditures.

Review and obtain approval for all invoices received for payment.

Sign and mail all checks received from the accountants for payment.

Processed monthly Automatic Clearing House direct deposit for the reimbursement of

chapter dues.

Ensure all credit card receipts are received.

Ensure that the Auditors receives all requested documents for the annual audit.

Goal 3: I will work with the Finance Chair to ensure FEW’s financial well-being.

Review the Morgan Stanley investment statement.

Attend the monthly Finance and Investment meeting.

Goal 4: Provide guidance NBOD, Regions and Chapters with financial matters.

Presented a webinar on the IRS Form 990.

Sent eblast reminders to Regional Managers and Chapter Presidents to file their 990N e-

postcard and to submit the IRS Group Tax Exemption Authorization form to the Finance

Chair and FEW’s accountant.

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EXHIBIT #17



July 20, 2020

FROM: Lisa Everett-Robinson

POSITION: Nominations Chair

Goal 1: My goal was to solicit candidates for the 2020-2022 National Board of Directors (NBOD)

during the period of March 3 to March 26, 2020.

a. During this time received fourteen candidates for ten of the eleven NBOD positions. No

candidates were received for the Nominations Officer.

b. All candidates received were reviewed to ascertain that members are in good standing at FEW

Headquarters and all were found to be in good standing.

c. All candidates were submitted to PPRC and the Special Review team (Wanda Killingsworth and

Michelle Crocket) for editing.

d. Candidates were submitted to FEW headquarters and DCG to be placed on FEW Website.

e. Final packages from candidates were submitted to Voting Contractor VOTEME.com with all

data needed for upcoming elections

f. Nominations Officer sent email blast regarding candidates’ information to members for voting

g. Election Campaigning/Voting was for 30 days from May 2 to June 1, 2020

h. Candidates were notified of results from elections by June 4, 2020

i. Membership were to be notified of the results by June 5, 2020

Goal 2: Elected candidates for the 2020-2022 National Board of Elections are as follows

Name Position

Karen Rainey National President

Georgia Thomas Executive Vice President

Connie Coleman-Lacadie Vice President for Policy and Planning

Shabiki Clarke Vice President for Congressional Relations

Tonya Watson Vice President for Compliance

Patrice Wilson Vice President for Diversity

Kaya Lewis-Baltimore Vice President for Training

Tara Bullock Vice President of Membership and Chapter Organization

Carol D Jones Treasurer

Marcia McDaniels Secretary

Incoming 2020-2022 National President Appointed the 2020-2022 Nominations Officer, Lucinda Wilson

during Emergency Meeting on June 18, 2020.

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Goal 3: Providing statistical data from all members that voted on the current 2020-2022 National

Board of Directors election.

Membership in FEW, as of March 31, 2020, totaled 3,150. Members that voted totaled 675 which is 21.4%

of the eligible membership. Vote totals were: 669 e-votes, 6 telephone votes; and no paper ballots.

Lessons Learned

a. Prepare for Video Ballots in place of paper flyers.

b. Advertise more at Regional Managers Calls regarding upcoming 2022-2024 National election

c. Changing the format of the application to be specific with 150 words for both Biography and the

reason for seeking this position and vision/goals for this office if elected and include attachment

of photo.

d. Campaign Flyer with 150 words

e. Clean up mailing ballots to updated email

Other Items:

December 2019 Submitted an article to News & Views regarding the upcoming 2020-2022 National

Board of Directors candidates’ positions available.

May 17-18, 2019 – Attended the Executive Committee Board Meeting at the Sheraton Indianapolis

City Centre Hotel, Indianapolis, IN.

April 4, 2019 – Attended the FEW Town Hall Presentation.

February 21 – 23, 2019 - Attended the National Board of Directors Meeting at the Philadelphia

Marriott Downtown, Philadelphia, PA.

October 5 – 6, 2018 – Attended the Executive Committee at the Crystal City Marriott at Reagan

National Airport in Arlington, VA.

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EXHIBIT #18



July 20, 2020

FROM: Wanda Killingsworth

POSITION: Immediate Past President

Goal 1: Per the National Policy and Procedures Manual, Section VI, Resources, C, 29, Past

President’s Task Force: The purpose of this task force is to provide guidance on the short-and

long-range plans of the organization and to undertake special projects. The task force will

consist of all Past National Presidents and will be chaired by the Immediate Past President.

In support the mission of FEW and its four focus areas (Compliance, Diversity, Legislation and

Training) to ensure that FEW has greater visibility and purpose, currently working on

developing ideas/topics regarding the short and long-range plans for the organization to potential

to undertake.

Reviewed the FEW 2019 Strategic Plan.

At the request of the National President, reached out to those past presidents that were recently

under the weather.

Advised the past presidents that there will not be a Past President Forum at this year’s training

program.

Served as a member of the Scholarship Committee.

At the request of the National President, arranged a meeting with the Past National Presidents

for Tuesday, March 10, 2020.

Served as a panelist for the Past President Forum during the National Training Program.

Attended the 50th

NTP and the 2018 – 2020 NBOD meeting.

Served as a panelist at the DC Metro Region meeting at the 2019 NTP.

Goal 2: Serve as a member of the Legislative Working Group

Actively participated on the Legislative Team focus team planning meeting in preparation for

the 116th

Congress and FEW Legislative Agenda.

Participated on the Strategic Planning Committee – Legislative team, by assisting in reviewing

the plan of action for projecting and documenting the future legislative activities.

Participated Legislative Program webinar which included a demonstration on CQ Engage -

FEW's on-line advocacy tool.

Submitted letters to Congressional Representatives regarding FEW’s Legislative Agenda.

Provided comments and reviewed the FEW score card.

Goal 3: Serve as a member of the National Finance Committee

Actively participated in discussion on the financial stability of the organization and future

improvements of the collection process of revenues.

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Participated in the monthly Finance call to discuss the budget, financial statements, income and

expenses, and investments.

Reviewed the FY 2020 budget and the Chart of Accounts for accuracy and in accordance with

FEW’s policies

Goal 4: Serve as a member of the Publications Policy Review Committee

Provided review, edits and additions of documents and publications as a member of the

Publication Policy and Review Committee (PPRC).

Actively attended and participated in all PPRC quarterly meeting.

Goal 5: Serve as a member of the National Training Program (NTP) Advisory Committee

Participate in discussion regarding the National Training Program (NTP) as a member of the

NTP Advisory Committee.

Actively attended and participated all NTP Advisory Committee quarterly meeting.

Other Items:

Assisted the National Scholarship Chair in review and evaluation of scholarship applications.

Prepared information for transition of the office of National Scholarship Chair to the incoming

Chair.

Prepared the Standard Operating Procedures for the Scholarship Chair position.

September 13, 2019 – Meet with the Scholarship Chair to continue transition of information

Support the efforts of the Chapters and Regions and to encourage members to recognize the

leadership opportunities at all levels of the organizations.

July 20 -25, 2020 – Participated in the Virtual Leadership Summit (VLS).

June 18, 2020 – Attended the Virtual ZOOM Emergency National Board of Directors Meeting.

May 21 - 23, 2020 – Attended the Virtual ZOOM Executive Committee Board Meeting.

April 23, 2020 – Attended the FEW Town Hall Presentation.

April 18, 2020 – Participated in the monthly Finance Committee Meeting

April 11, 2020 – Attended the NBOD Emergency Board Meeting

March 12, 2020 – Attended the Executive Women in Government (EWG) 2020 Leadership

Summit

March 11, 2020 – Attended the Office of Equity, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) Women’s

History Month Lunch & Learn presentation entitled “I am Woman.”

March 10, 2020 – Participated in the Past President meeting

February 20 – 23, 2020 - Attended the National Board of Directors Meeting at the Hyatt

Regency Orlando in Orlando, FL

January 8, 2020 – Participated in the Legislative Strategic Group Meeting

November 7, 2019 – Attended the Veterans Day Ceremony at HUD

November 2019 – Attended an IRD EDI - Crucial Conversations webinar

October 19, 2019 – Attended the DC Metro Regional Training Program.

September 11, 2019 – Participated in the Legislative Work Group Meeting

September 10, 2019 – Attended the NBOD Emergency Board Meeting

August 15, 2019 - Participate in a Department of Treasury’s Office of Civil Rights and Diversity

(OCRD) focus group discussion regarding the IRS’s Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO),

Diversity & Inclusion (D&I), and Civil Rights Programs

July 22 -26, 2019 – I attended the 50th

NTP and the 2018 – 2020 NBOD meeting. Served as a

panelist at the DC Metro Region meeting. Served as a panelist for the Past President Forum.

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EXHIBIT #19



July 20, 2020

FROM: Jeraldine (Jeri) Peterson

POSITION: National Awards Chair

Goal 1: Promote Federally Employed women (FEW’s) Award Program at national, regional, and

chapter levels by raising awareness and providing training in accordance with the National Bylaws

and the National Policy and Procedures Manuel (NPPM).

July 2019 – Prepared National E-Blast announcing winners of the 2019 FEW Awards winners in

accordance with the National Policy and Procedures Manual.

August 2019 – In accordance with the National Policy and Procedures Manual (NPPM), prepared a

News and Views article announcing winners of the 2019 winners.

September 2019 – Solicited names of Regional Awards Chairs from Regional Managers, then

solicited names of four National Awards Committee Members.

October 2019 – Attended National Board of Directors (NBoD) Meeting held in Miami, Florida.

Prepared motions for NBoD members to correct/update information in the NPPM.

November 2019 – Provided teleconference training to newly selected National Awards Committee

Members and provided copies of the NPPM to each member allowing them to ask questions about

each award, giving scenarios on each of the National Awards criteria.

December 2019 – Continuously provided monthly training to National Awards Committee

Members. Prepared and submitted annual accomplishments for FEW’s Annual Report for

distribution to the general membership.

January 2020 – Prepared e-blast and News and Views article announcing upcoming 2020 National

Awards Season and formal Process. Submitted Executive Committee Report for upcoming National

Board of Directors Meeting (NBoD).

February 2020 – Attended NBoD Meeting in Orlando, FL. Provided Awards webinar training to the

Regional Managers during the NBoD meeting. Also Provided webinar to FEW’s General

Membership explaining the descriptions and criteria for all National Awards. Sent out an e-blast to

general membership for preparation of upcoming 2020 National Awards nomination packages.

March 2020 -National Awards Season opens and the Committee members started evaluating

submissions. Mid-March, I sent and e-blast to the general membership reminding them to submit

nomination packages; and another e-blast was sent out one week prior to close of National Awards.

April 2010 – Final debriefing meeting with the National Awards Committee Members discussing -

March – Committee members started scoring nomination packages. Afterwards, verified scores and

winners with DGC in each of FEW’s National Awards Category to include first, second, and third

placement.

April 2020 – Served on FEW’s Special Whistleblower’s Committee.

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May 2020 – Attended FEW’s Virtual Executive Board Committee Meeting and present motions for

approval then prepared nomination packages and notification letters and distributed to members.

Collaborated with DCG on names on plaques.

June 2020 – Dry run for upcoming National Virtual Training on awards process

July 2020 – Finalized preparation for Virtual Training Program

Continuously – Reviewed Section IV of the National Policies and Procedures Manual for currency

and accuracy. Reviewed Publications Policy and Procedures Committee documents.

Monthly – Participated in the National Virtual Leadership Summit/National Training Program

(NTP) Committee with updates on the National Awards process.

Goal 2: Establish a National FEW Awards Committee and hold meetings to identify and continually

review program objectives, awards selection criteria, eligibility, frequency and marketing of awards

program.

Selected National Awards Committee Members for the 2020 Awards Process

Provided National Policy and Procedures Manual (NPPM), training to Committee Members on

Section IV and National Awards Committee criteria

Developed objectives for Committee Members and slide presentations for Regional Awards Chairs

to present at their Regional Training Programs (RTPs)

Held monthly teleconferences and training sessions

Goal 3: Ensure transparency of all awards processes and packages.

The overall goal is to have an Awards Committee so educated in the evaluation process that there

will be little doubt as to the rankings of each package.

Answered emails and addressed issues pertaining to the National Awards.

Maintain all awards nomination packages submitted during the 2020 Awards year.

Continually reviewed the NPPM, Section IV for updates and corrections.

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EXHIBIT #20



July 20, 2020

FROM: Regine Williams

POSITION: National Bylaws Chair

Goal 1: As Bylaws Chair, I will review all bylaws for the Chapters and Regions to ensure that they

are in compliance with National Bylaws; Make certain that all current bylaws are posted on the

website.

As of June 2020, there a two outstanding updates to Regional Bylaws out of ten Regions

(Mid-Continent & Western)

As of June 2020, 60 chapters (71%) have revised and received approval of Chapter Bylaws.

All have been posted to the FEW website.

Goal 2: I will work to ensure a complete review of all proposed amendments, editing for grammar

and spelling errors and ensuring completeness and adherence to the accepted format.

Submitted three motions for National Bylaws updates.

Notice of proposed amendments to the National Bylaws distributed to the membership for

review June 3rd

– July 3rd

. Ballots will be sent to the membership on July 6th

.

Goal 3: I will also work with each Regional and Chapter Bylaws Chairs to ensure questions

regarding bylaws are addressed and shared within the Regions and Chapters.

I’m continuing to receive emails, text messages and phone calls to assist Regions and

Chapters with their updates to their Bylaws.

I participated in conference calls to address issues and answer questions related to updating

Region and Chapter Bylaws and current nomination processes.

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EXHIBIT #21



July 20, 2020

FROM: Bernice Waller

POSITION: Communications Chair

Goal 1: Develop and implement additional communications plans to increase visibility, brand

consistency and connectivity options. I will continue to promote the Federal Women’s Program at all

levels.

Prepared and or contributed to message on various topics for the National President to

disseminate to membership via email and internet

I will continue to create FEW informal E-Blasts to members

Submitted articles to FEW News & Views

I will continue to serve on the Policy and Procedures Review Committee, the National

Training Program Advisory Committee and the FEW Leadership Strategic Planning

Committee.

Goal 2: Review media guidelines for national, regional and chapters to adhere to.

Continued to prepare a Communication Standard Operating Procedures to be used by the

National Communications Committee.

Goal 3: Maintain positive media coverage by continuing the established relationship and establishing

new relationships with the media community.

Contacted GovEvents , GovLoop, and other media outlets to obtain valuable marketing tips

and strategies that will be helpful to FEW.

Goal 4: Serve as a member of the National Training Program (NTP) Advisory Committee.

Participated in discussion regarding the National Training Program (NTP) as a member of

the NTP Advisory Committee.


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EXHIBIT #22



July 20, 2020

FROM: Vanessa W. Elliott

POSITION: National Contracts Management Chair

Goal 1: Oversee FEW contracts performed in partnership between FEW’s organization and the

contractor. I am responsible for coordinating every aspect of the contract from reviewing and

approving contract terms with the President’s approval to coordinating deadlines, approving

budgets and more.

I serve as the key point of contact between contractors and FEW organization to ensure

timely and approval of any variations. I am currently keeping thorough records of all documents that

FEW has, even after a contract is seen through to execution is essential for the efficiency and

compliance of FEW’s organization. Record management is essential, and it mitigates risk by serving

as an audit trail and evidence that is easily accessible. Maintain deadlines on deliverables and

communicate on an ongoing basis with business partners and internal clients about contractual

issues. Review contractual performance of both parties to ensure compliance with terms and to

identify conflicts or changes requiring resolution at contract renewal.

Develop and execute negotiation strategies that minimize potential losses and benefit FEW’s

organization’s financial performance.

All FEW’s contracts are currently up to date for 2019/2020 and FEW is supporting best

practices knowledge, providing more accountability expectations, protecting again legal, regulatory,

and liability issues.

Implementing lifecycle management platform for all FEW’s contract to ensure contractors,

our processes and documents are in a single location as well as provided input and oversight to

approval processes regarding the legal/ contractual elements of all contracts, including

documentation of review and approval processes.

Lead the commercial review of contracts in FEW’s interest and responsible for coordinating

the review of commercial bids/ contracts and ensuring timely completion.

Provided excellent communication to customers for discussions/meetings as well as via

telephones and emails. Ensured that the customer is updated on their contractual requirements and

provided notification of final award status.

Goal 2: Develop standard contracts for FEW’s organization. Visit client sites and meet with FEW’s

business partners. Monitor the performance of each signed contract and ensure that FEW gets

the “bang for the bucks.”

Ensure that FEW contracts are executed in accordance with our organizations strategic plan,

goals and objectives. Prepare report for status of contractors for management and identify potential

improvements to existing policies. Perform appropriate clinical, administrative and operational

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research to support proposal and contract development. Conduct contract strategy meetings to

identify issues and client requirements, facilitate pricing discussions, and obtain FEW’s NBOD

input on timelines and deliverables.

Communicate with our contractors when problems may arise; make initial efforts to resolve

day to day problems and prepared and review cost proposals/request cost elements.

Summarize and point out basic commitments and risks to our contractors and managed

FEW’s client contracts as well as monitored contracts for compliance and budgetary issues.

Initiated actions to improve contractual process and accomplished a more rapid, economical

effective procurement response and participated in the development of evaluation factors and

criteria for best value contractual agreements.

Composed and developed contractual language, proposal abstracts, clauses for services, and

products, agreements.

Goal 3: Draft contractual provisions based on strategy discussions, FEW’s President/Executive

President inputs, and FEW’s needs and expectations. Assure accuracy and appropriateness of

contract text and attachments. Serve as FEW’s primary contact management chair during

contract negotiations and engage relevant stakeholders in negotiation decisions involving

FEW’s requirements, contract standards and cost targets.

Evaluated and monitored contract performance to determine need for contract amendments

or extensions and compliance with contractual obligations.

Served as an advisor to FEW’s contractual customers.

Developed standardized agreement terms and conditions for risk management; and

transitioned all agreement forms from acquired companies.

Lead FEW’s NBOD to understand the business units, finance, and corporate management to

successfully negotiate terms and conditions with clients.

Goal 4: Serve as a member of the Virtual Leadership Summit National Training Event (NTE) 2020)

Participate in discussion regarding the National Training Event (NTE) as a member of the

NTE Advisory Committee.

Participates in the monthly NTE calls to discuss the status, program budget, communication,

members attending, and ZOOM Training. This training discusses Minimizing Virtual Presenter

Distractions, eye contact, session views, and other interesting ZOOM tips.

Goal 5: Serve as a member of the Publications Policy Review Committee.

Actively attended and participated all PPRC quarterly meeting.

Goal 6: Serve as a member of the National Training Program (NTP) Advisory Committee.

Participate in discussion regarding Virtual Leadership Summit (VLS) the National Training

Program (NTE) as a member of the NTE Advisory Committee.


Other Areas of Participation:

Support the efforts of the Chapters and Regions and to encourage members to recognize the leadership

opportunities at all levels of the organizations.

May 23, 2020 - Executive Board Committee Meeting Virtual Meeting.

February 21 – 23, 2020 NBOD, Hyatt Regency Orlando, 9801 International Drive, Orlando, FL 32819

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October 24 -27, 2019 - Attended the Executive Committee Board Meeting at the AC Hotel by Marriott,

2912 Collins Avenue, Miami, FL 33140.

July 20- 27, 2019 - Attended the National Training Program, 1201 Market Street, Philadelphia, PA 19107

as well as the Chapter’s President Leadership Forum. Volunteered at the NTP 2019 and Shadowing

Program.

June 11, 2019 – Attended the NTP Committee Meeting.

May 17-18, 2019 – Attended the Executive Committee Board Meeting at the Sheraton Indianapolis City

Centre Hotel, Indianapolis, IN.

March 26, 2019 – Attended the DC Metro Region’s Compliance Focus Area Webinar on Understanding

Management Directive (MD).

March 13, 2019 – Spoke at Little Creek Amphibious Base, Norfolk, VA for the National Women’s Day

Month

February 21 – 23, 2019 - Attended the National Board of Directors Meeting at the Philadelphia Marriott

Downtown, Philadelphia, PA.

February 12, 2019 – Participated on Naval Civilian Managers Association (NCMA) Leadership Council

Panel for Black History Month 365.

January 14, 2019 – Spoke at Naval Sea Systems Command (Washington Navy Yard) on

Leadership/Mentoring afternoon for Martin Luther King Birthday Celebration Month.

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EXHIBIT #23



July 20, 2020

FROM: Bernette Menefee

POSITION: Finance Chair

Goal 1. Oversee the budget formulation process, evaluate and analyze budget proposals,

prepare preliminary budget for review by the Finance Committee and present the annual

operating budget to the NBOD for approval. 1. Presented motion to board to accept the 2019-2020 budget. Motion was accepted.

2. Thoroughly reviewed 2019-2020 budget revenue and expenses.

3. Worked with President and Treasurer to update budget based on next option year for

FEW contracts and revisit other line items for adjustment while ensuring a balance

budget.

4. Revised the 2019-2020 budget to reflect from a National Training Program to National

Event

5. Prepared the 2020-2021 budget

Goal 2. Work closely with the Finance Committee, President, Executive Vice President, and

Immediate Past President on Policy and Procedures related to Finance. 1. Held monthly with the Finance Committee. The Agenda followed for the meeting covered

the Financial Statement, Investment Report, and NTP related items.

2. Corresponded with treasurer and accountants regularly on policy and procedures related to

Finance.

Goal 3. Advise, review and assist with reports of income and expenditures against the

approved budget monthly. 1. Managed PayPal account, download and forward monthly report to president, treasurer, vice

president, and accountants.

2. Allocated the charges from the American Express monthly statements into a spreadsheet and

forward information to accountants.

Goal 4. Monitor and review investment statements to ensure investments are secure and made

in accordance with the Investment Policy approved by the NBOD. 1. Monitored Morgan Stanley Report

2. Prepared investment report.

3. Provide approval to reinvestment of maturing CDs

4. Consolidated with Morgan Stanley representative on FEW investments

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EXHIBIT #24



July 20, 2020

FROM: Judy Rush

Position: Publications & Policy Review Committee Chair

Goal 1: Review all publications produced by Federally Employed Women’s (FEW) Chapters,

Regions, and National to confirm all publications are consistent with the organization’s

policies and quality standards, are aligned with FEW’s Mission and Strategic Plan, and

that FEW’s brandings are applied to each publication. FEW’s brandings to be included in

each publication are the FEW logo with registered trademark and the brand phrase:

“Working for the Advancement of Women in the Government”. From June 30 2019, to June 13, 2020, 317 publications were received, reviewed by the

Publications & Policy Review Committee (PPRC) and approved for release by the National

President

April 18, 2020, sent a reminder email to the National Board of Directors to inform them they

are responsible to ensure all of their publications use the correct FEW brand phrase and the

FEW logo with registered trademark April 18, 2020, I also sent an email to each Regional Manager to inform them they are also

responsible for ensuring their Region and their Chapters use FEW’s correct brand phase and

the FEW logo with registered trademark in each of their publications. Asked the RM’s to

send a reminder to each of their Chapters of this requirement

Goal 2: Continue to educate all new and current FEW members through periodic articles in News

& Views and at least an annual webinar about their role and responsibilities to the

National President and the Publications & Policy Review Committee (PPRC) when

producing publications under the name of FEW. Provided PPRC Training at the Chapter President’s Leadership Forum at the NTP 2019

On August 20, I submitted two articles for the 2019 Special Edition News & Views - titled

Entertainer, Presenter, Surprised and Excited Award Recipient and Federally Employed

Women’s FEW Phrase Brand Update

December 17, 2019, submitted News & Views article for December Holiday edition titled

PPRC Helpful Tips for the New Year

January 15, 2020, submitted News & Views article for January/February edition titled PPRC

Tips for Error-Free Publications

Goal 3: Continuously monitor and track that authors have incorporated the edits from the PPRC

into their publications and that the final corrected publication is returned to PPRC Chair

at [email protected] for inclusion in the National Records Document Retention,

Retrieval and Storage.

mailto:[email protected]

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Ongoing - monitor, track and remind authors to return the corrected final version of the

publication for inclusion in the National Archives

Continue to remind the authors to submit their final version of the publication when it hasn’t

been received by the PPRC Chair

Goal 4: At least annually, review and update, if needed, the PPRC Standard Operating Procedure

(SOP) and PPRC Strategic Plan. Within 30 days, share all updates with Chapter

Presidents, Region Managers, PPRC Members and Advisors, NBOD, EC, and post to the

National FEW’s website. April-May 2020 updated the PPRC SOP

June 2020 updated the PPRC Webinar slides and posted to FEW’s website

Goal 5: Conduct four meetings annually with the PPRC Members, Advisors, and Publishing

Interfaces and provide an updated PPRC Tracking Report at least quarterly to PPRC

Members, Advisors, and Publishing interfaces. Chaired a PPRC meeting on July 20, 2019, in Philadelphia. Provided an agenda, a copy of

the May 16, 2019, PPRC meeting minutes and a copy of the latest PPRC Tracking Report

Chaired a PPRC meeting on October 24, 2019, in Miami. Provided an agenda, copy of July

20, 2019, meeting minutes and copy of latest PPRC Tracking Report

Chaired a PPRC Meeting on February 20, 2020. Provided an agenda, copy of the October

24, 2019, meeting minutes, and the 2019 calendar year and January-February 2020 PPRC

Tracking Report

Chaired a PPRC Meeting at the May 22, 2020, Executive Committee Virtual meeting.

Provided a copy of the February 20, 2020, meeting minutes and the PPRC Tracking Report

for January 1 – April 23, 2020

Chaired a PPRC Meeting at the July 2020, NBOD Virtual Leadership Summit. Provided a

copy of the May 22, 2020, PPRC meeting minutes and the PPRC Tracking Report for

January 1 – July 1, 2020

Other Accomplishments:

Proud recipient of prestigious 2019 Allie Latimer Award for my many years of service to FEW and

the National President’s Award for my work to ensure FEW’s brandings are included in all of

FEW’s publications. Received both at the July 2019 NTP Awards ceremony

September 10, 2019, attended the emergency NBOD Meeting regarding the location for the 2020

NTP in Orlando, Florida

January 21, 2020, submitted PPRC Annual Report Accomplishments Report

January 30, 2020, attended the webinar: Building Influential Relationships to Propel Your Career

with Leslie Grossman, Faculty Director, Center for Excellence in Public Leadership, George

Washington University

February 11, 2020, attended the webinar: Diversity Toolkit: Your Role in Workplace Diversity

April 7, 2020, appointed to serve on a Special Committee regarding a whistleblower complaint

received in February 2020

April 11, 2020, participated in the Emergency NBOD meeting to discuss a motion to cancel the

2020 National Training Program in July due to the coronavirus pandemic and other motions

April 23, 2020, attended the President’s Town Hall

May 16-17, 2020, attended Executive Committee’s virtual meeting via Zoom

June 18, 2020, attended the Emergency National Board of Director’s Meeting via Zoom

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EXHIBIT #25



July 20, 2020

FROM: Mercedes Kirkland-Doyle

POSITION: National Scholarship Chair

Goal 1: Work with the Previous Scholarships Chair and DCG to provide appropriate webinar

training as needed or requested by National, panel members and FEW Members.

Reviewed 2019 webinar presentation to prepare for 2020 informational sessions and webinars

Participated in a one-on-one webinar training with DCG on January 8, 2020 in preparation for

the general webinars for the upcoming Scholarships season.

Contacted FEW Foundation to obtain status and updates from Grantham University on January

23, 2020.

Goal 2: Initiate a review of the electronic scholarship application form and work on submission

improvements.

Met with Wanda Killingsworth, on September 13, 2019, to go over program needs and the

application process

Submitted revisions to the on-line rating sheet to the DCG to mirror language provided in the

NPPM.

Submitted Motion to be inclusive of private sector members interested in applying for a

scholarship.

Requested permission from National President to utilize $200 to create two flyers to promote

Scholarships, membership and NTP on January 21, 2020.

Goal 3: Conduct data analysis and needs assessment to identify benchmarks and the professional

goals of current members while launching a marketing campaign to create visibility of our annual

scholarship and identify the goals of prospective members. The data analysis and needs assessment

will provide current career status and goals of members and the marketing campaign will promote

awareness, increase membership recruitment and participation in the scholarship application

process.

Reviewed data provided by FEW Headquarters to conclude the data is not sufficient or a

complete snapshot of the organization. The provided data showed GS grade ranges but not

specific grades.

Created a survey through Survey Monkey, to attain workforce data that will determine future

needs of members.

Drafted Scholarships survey questions to conduct a pulse check of the organization to identify

if the current scholarship offerings are of interest to the general membership.

Goal 4: Form the 2020 Scholarship Selection Panel.

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Coordinated refresher training to Committee (inclusive to rating sheet revisions)

Created a social media campaign to promote awareness and interest in the FEW Scholarship

application process

Participated in Selection Panel update, via email, to go over current Motion and upcoming

webinars and available trainings on January 23, 2020.

o Torri Ball – Women of Justice Chapter

o Jeanette Castor – San Diego Chapter

o Wanda Killingsworth – DC Charter Chapter

Coordinated first general Awards and Scholarship webinar with Awards and Training Chair

and DCG for February 26, 2020.

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EXHIBIT #26



July 20, 2020

FROM: Pamela R. Richards

Position: DC Metro Regional Manager

Goal 1: Compliance: Ensure that all Chapters are fully operating and are following both

National and Regional standards and requirements i.e. Chapter Elections are completed on

cycle and adherence to Chapter Bylaws. o August 12, September 16, October 14, November 12, December 16, 2019, January 13, 2020

- Held Executive Meetings in accordance with Regional Bylaws

o August 17, September 21, November 16, 2019, January 19, 2020 – held Regional Meetings

in accordance with Regional Bylaws

o October 10, 2019 – 96% Quarterly Report Submission for the DC Metro Region.

o Bylaws – Regional Bylaws submitted and approved. 80% of Chapter Bylaws submitted and

approved. Completed preliminary reviews and developed recommendations for

edits/corrections to Bylaws for 14 chapters. Obtained National approval for revisions to

Bylaws for chapters that meet the new requirements.

o January 10, 2020 - 90% Quarterly Report Submission for the DC Metro Region

o January 31, 2020 – 24 out the 26 chapters paid their Regional Assessments

o January 23, 2020 –installed new leadership at the Women with a Mission Chapter. New

Officers: Stacy Parker – President, Anh Nguyen – Vice President, Brittnee Brown –

Secretary, David Smith – Treasurer

o Held Executive Board and Regional Meetings in accordance with Regional Bylaws

o Attended RM meetings and all National Board of Directors’ Meetings

o February 20-23, 2020 -, Attended the National Board of Directors Meeting - Orlando, FL

32819,

o April 11, 2020 - attended the emergency NBOD meeting

o May 20, 2020 Attended the FEW NWDC Chapter & FAAM – Home Buying Workshop –

highly informative workshop.

o May 28, 2020 - Held an interest meeting with the Women on the Move Chapter (5) people in

attendance

o June 2 - Installed New leadership at the Bright Knights Chapter

o Attended various Chapter Meetings to conduct a check-in with the members

o June 18, 2020 – attended the emergency NBOD meeting

o June 20, 2020 – Installed new leadership for the Northwest DC, Ft. Belvoir and W.O.W.

Chapters

Goal 2: Training: To empower the members of the DC Metro Region with knowledge

and skills to enhance both their career and personal development. Also increase members’

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knowledge to enhance their personal effectiveness and awareness of the broader issues that

impact women. o August 17, 2019 - Women’s Equality Day Celebration - In lieu of our normal business

meeting, we will be celebrated Women’s Equality Day with Ms. Michelle A. Crockett as our

guest speaker. Women’s Equality Day commemorated the passage of the 19th Amendment

to the U.S. Constitution, granting the right to vote to women. The amendment was first

introduced in 1878. In 1971, the U.S. Congress designated August 26 as Women’s Equality

Day. (Focus Area: Diversity Focus Area)

o August 2019 – attended Meet-up hosted by Bright Knights Chapter at MGM National

Harbor for a walk-through of legislative tools and other resources available to members.

Location: National Market inside MGM Resort and Casino. Members purchased food and

enjoyed fun and games. Prizes were offered for Women's Equality Day trivia quiz. (Focus

Area: Legislative)

o October 19, 2019 – held a successful Regional Training Program, 40 years of Excellence:

Uniting, Engaging & Leading with over 100+ attendees. DCMR celebrated 40 years of

excellence as a Region. The RTP equipped the attendees with the knowledge & skills needed

to have a greater impact on their career. Attendees enjoyed a day of connecting, networking,

professional and self-development. (Focus Area: Legislative, Training and Compliance)

o November 16, 2019 – held a successful Veterans Day Program with over 20+ persons

attended the DCMR Veteran’s Day Program. DCMR honored 31 DCMR FEW members

who are Veterans, and heard from our guest speaker, Retired Major General Linda Singh,

Maryland Army National Guard. Truly a wonderful event to honor our Veterans and their

family members. (Focus Area: Diversity) o October 22, 2019 - Attended the Management Concepts event on behalf of the National

President, “Today’s Talent Management Approaches for the Workforce of the Future” is

ready for promotion. Participated in the panel discussion.

o November 21, 2019, attended the Federal Triangle Chapter (FTC) of Federally Employed

Women and the GAO Veterans Group Veterans Day Program. Guest speaker Dr. Linda

Singh, Major General Retired. Dr. Linda Singh, founder and Chief Executive Officer of

Kaleidoscope Affect, LLC. (Focus Area: Diversity)

o December 4, 2019 - attended a Half Day Trip to Capitol Hill with the DCMR Chapter

Legislative Chairs. During that time, we toured both the House and the Senate Galleries,

meet with a few representatives as their schedules would allow and finished off our time

with lunch together. The goal was to have all the Chapter Legislative Chairs to attend and

continue the knowledge sharing to equip each of them to ENGAGE their chapter members.

(Focus Area: Legislative)

o January 15, 2020 - participated in the National Chapter Officer Training – one of the two

sessions, Chapter Officer Training Presentation. One-hour training event to assist with the

day-by-day tasks of being a chapter officer. Training reviewed roles, responsibilities,

resources and the how-tos of FEW chapters’ leadership. (Focus Area: Training)

o February 15, 2020 – Black History Month Celebration – In lieu of our normal business

meeting, DCMR celebrated Black History Month with Guest Speaker: Marcia E. Cole

(Playwright/Poet/Actor/Author/Educator) (Focus Area: Diversity)

o April 14, 2020 – FEW New Member Orientation – In lieu of our monthly meeting, held a

successful new member’s orientation for all Regional members to learn how to get involved,

meet Regional Leadership, connect with other members, and learn how to get the most out

of their membership. (Focus Area: Training)

o April 28, 2020, Attended the Lorna M. Polk, Chapter of Federally Employed Women,

Census Briefing (Focus Area: Legislative)

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Goal 3: Member Recruitment and Retention: An active, viable organization must pay

constant attention to the processes of attracting new diverse members and keeping the total

membership interested in the organization. Establish at a minimum 4 new Chapters within

the Region.

o August 21, 2019 & September 25, 2019 – attended and hosted Interest meeting at the now

Ft. Belvoir FEW Chapter.

o September 10, 2019, NBOD chartered the Semper Paratus & Ft. Belvoir FEW Chapter

within the DC Metro Region.

o September 14, 2019 - Community Service Outreach Activity: partnered with Goods News

Community Kitchen in a Feed the Homeless event at Franklin Square in DC. The menu was

BBQ chicken, potatoes, and green beans, enough to feed at least 100 people. We feed over

200 people in 30 minutes, National President attended.

o October 28, 2019 - Participated in the Breast Cancer Awareness, DCM Region WORK IN

PINK Day on October

o November 23, 2019 - Community Service Outreach Activity: partnered with Goods News

Community Kitchen and the Girl Scouts in Mobile Meals on Wheels Thanksgiving Meal

Event at Franklin Square in DC. The menu was BBQ chicken, potatoes, and green beans,

enough to feed at least 100 people. We feed over 200 people. The DC Metro Region truly

enjoys giving back to the community.

o December 10, 2019 – Attended the Semper Paratus Chapter Officer Installation with the

National President.

o December 12, 2019 - attended Management Concepts 1st Annual Partnership Appreciation

Event and Holiday Charity Social to Benefit S.O.M.E. Managed the FEW information table.

(Focus Area: Training)

o December 14, 2019 - Annual Holiday Gathering -- As a Region, we have accomplished a lot

this past year and it was time to sit back, relax and have some fun. Motivational remarks

from the National President, Ms. Karen Rainey

o December 19, 2019, Attended the Women of Commerce – Winter Mixer – Special Guest

Speaker: Mr. Marcus Johnson – “Finding your Passion and Purpose” (Focus Area:

Training)

o January 18, 2020 – held the Region’s second annual State of the Region Address. (Focus

Area: Compliance)

o March 28, 2020 - Women's History Month - Administrative Meeting – Open discussion on

how the pandemic was affecting everyone and their families.

o April 14, 2020 – FEW New Member Orientation – In lieu of our monthly meeting, held a

successful new member’s orientation for all Regional members to learn how to get involved,

meet Regional Leadership, connect with other members, and learn how to get the most out

of their membership. (Focus Area: Training)

o May 9, 2020 – Sent condolences to Regional Members who lost loved ones.

o May 16 – International Family and CommuniTea- first virtual social event of the century!

Wear your fabulous hat and show off that fancy tea set. Live Music, Spoken Word, Chat &

Chew, Games & More, special FEW guests: Executive VP, Ms. Georgia Thomas and

Cynthia Mitchell-Riley, Mid-Atlantic Regional Manager

o June 30, 2020, there are 941 members in the DC Metro Region continuously striving for

1000. Still Growing and Soaring!!!

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EXHIBIT #27



July 20, 2020

FROM: Erska Franklin

POSITION: Great Lakes Regional Manager

Goal 1: Increase membership within region by 10% - each chapter will need to recruit at least 5 new

members to reach this goal

Membership drives have been held in most chapters and the following chapters have gained new

members within the year – Equalitarian – 10 – Great Lakes – 2 – Windy City – 3 – Miami

Valley – 8 - Hoosier Hills – 16- North Coast – 2 - Motor City - 2 – Central Cincinnati – 3. Our

region gained a total of 46 new members.

Goal 2: Have more participation of members within chapters – to reach this goal I would schedule

monthly conference calls with chapter presidents and committee chairs to have them give

members pertinent information regarding FEW in a timely manner. For members to become

active they need something to do to contribute to the wellness of the chapter.

I have held phone meetings and sent out emails to presidents to distribute information to

members.

July 2019, I attended the National Training Program in Philadelphia PA. The theme for

commentating 50 years of training – Encourage – Empower – Elevate. This training was for

everyone young, older, still working, or retired. I attended the Regional Managers Training and

this was enlightening. I learned a lot especially my responsibilities to each level of FEW.

Great Lakes won quite a few awards at NTP 2019.

I attended all required meeting for NBOD.

I held meeting with presidents regarding our Spring Retreat 2020 and Regional Training

Program 2020. Both of these programs had to be cancelled due to the Virus after all the

planning had been done. Hotels and meeting rooms were booked, speakers all cancelled.

During the month of April 2020 Great Lakes Region held president’s choice award. This award

is for person who is helping president with chapter. We all know presidents can’t do everything.

Awards are donated to winners by Mable Seldon – Macy gift cards.

Goal 3: I would like to have more involvement of Regional Representatives – to reach this goal I

would have Regional Representatives review quarterly reports to ensure chapters are holding

programs in all focus areas. I would hold conference calls with Regional Representatives

regarding quarterly reports so we can provide feedback to chapters for area of improvement.

I have held conference calls with Regional Representatives and also spoke to each one regarding

reports – one chapter needed some assistance to improve membership and this was done.

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August 2019 worked on the Great Lakes Regional by laws with chair person.

I participated in the Regional Managers fundraiser by purchasing 2 throws.

August 2019 Women’s Equality Day – 5 chapters had programs and participation with FWP.

September 2019, Regional by laws approved – worked on saving Central Cincinnati chapter.

They are now compliant with 18 members.

October 2019 – Scholarship winners announce for RTP.

Nov. 7-8 2019 Regional Training Program was hosted by Equalitarian chapter.

Goal 4: Establish new chapter

I have tried several times via phone calls and emails to person of interest and no response.

I have read requirements to establish new chapter – so I will have info when needed.

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EXHIBIT #28



July 20, 2020

FROM: Cynthia Mitchell-Riley

POSITION: Mid-Atlantic Regional Manager

Report for Period July 2019-July 2020

Goal 1: Soaring to New Heights” Will dedicate my time, efforts and resources to ensure that the Mid-

Atlantic Region is forward thinking as we strive together to meet our chapter, regional, and national

goals.

May 2020-MOU signed by the Commander @ DLA Troop Support Philadelphia- Partnership

renewed with the Philadelphia Chapter and Federal Women’s Program. Signed and endorsed by our

National President of FEW.

April 2020: 100% Quarterly Reports submitted on time.

April 2020: Our Regional Training Program (RTP) was cancelled due to COVID-19

March 20-Women History Month Cancelled due to COVID-19. Regional Manager sent to all

chapters information thirteen trailblazing women who made a difference in Women’s History,

February 2020 through May 2020- Four Area goals meet: Compliance Training for

Regional/Chapter membership, Diversity Training in conjunction with Legislative Training. Region

as a whole promote ENGAGE Advocacy Tool and yielded results with writing letters to their

Congress/State Representatives on the Equal Pay Act, Discrimination and the Civil Rights Act.

January 2020 - Met with the DLA Troop Support EEO Director in re-establishing partnership with

FWP/EEO/ Philadelphia Chapter. MOU is ready to be signed by the National President. Ongoing

meeting were conducted from July 2019 through January 2020.

2019- 100% Quarterly Reports Submission for the Mid-Atlantic Region. Continually review

quarterly reports submitted by Regional Chapter Presidents

Quarterly Report Reminders and completely read all quarterly reports submitted with comments

back to Chapter Presidents

2019- Held and participated in quarterly Mid-Atlantic Regional Meetings to discuss regional

business @ hand.

2019-Submitted News and Views articles highlights special events by the regional chapters.

2019-Held tele-conference meeting with Chapter Presidents establishing news ways to attract

membership.

2019-Discussed Chapter Startup Kit and provide additional resources to the River Ann Chapter.

Participated in all regional chapter meeting and continuously introduce the goals for the region.

Met with each regional board member and chapter presidents.

Provided regional roster, responded timely to all calls and emails concerning chapters.

Region successful filled all board positions and reviewed all chapter bylaws.

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Review Regional Chapters Membership reports (Rosters, Deactivation)

Advise Chapter Presidents to have their members update their membership profiles

Attended Regional Manager’s Monthly Tele-Conference Meetings

Submitted articles for News and Views Special Edition on the 2019 NTP

Provided information concerning Disability Awareness Month to regional chapter

Provided information to Regional Mangers concerning Hispanic Heritage Month

Goal 2: Establish and promote a communication plan of action administering guidance to ensure

chapter presidents along with regional officers have training on how each chapter should run

successfully and effectively. Develop a plan to cultivate and strengthen support to the Regional

Chapters to improve upon any regional chapter issues.

Communication plan developed and updated quarterly.

Conducted Regional board conference calls

Shared with chapter president’s minutes from Regional Managers meeting.

Advised regional board members and chapter presidents to participate in Webinars and pass the

information to their membership.

Conducted chapter officer training

Requested chapter presidents include me on their chapter email communication list to ensure

Attended Regions Conference call meeting as scheduled

Discussed support to strengthen and increase chapter/regional membership

Distribute al information from National to all regional chapter presidents

Held monthly meeting and training sessions together and individually. Answered question

pertaining to roster, memberships and guidance through

Goal 3: Increase and provide quality training programs while serving as a communication

ambassador to all Mid-Atlantic FEW members. Find new innovative ways to increase membership

growth and retention.

April 20-Membership Month- Mid-Atlantic region continues to increase membership to ensure that

the goals and objectives of FEW are met. Six new members joined collectively.

Utilized chapter’s social media to increase region/chapter’s visibility, posting pictures of events.

Reviewed membership totals to find innovation ways to support growth within our region/chapters.

Conducted individual chapter president conference calls to discuss any chapter issues and concerns

for their membership.

Several regional newsletter implemented to improve communication and continue to

elevate/endorse chapter activities. Celebrated and gave tributes to the graduating class of 2020.

Submitted articles for News and Views Special Edition on the 2020 Virtual Leadership Summit,

2019 NTP, and 2020 RTP-which was cancelled.

Provided information concerning Disability Awareness Month to regional chapter

Provided information to Regional Mangers concerning Hispanic Heritage Month

Other Activities and Accomplishments:

June 2020

2020 4th

Edition to the Regional Newsletter approved by National President

Attended Emergency Video Teleconferencing NBOB Meeting

Attended Zoom Training for upcoming Annual Membership Meeting

Attended Regional Manager’s Monthly Meeting

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Weekly Notification Regional Summary Reviewed

Mid-Atlantic Region 2020 Graduate Tributes

May 2020

Celebratory month for the Philadelphia Chapter. Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) Renewed

by the Commander-DLA Troop Support Philadelphia. Five years in the making.

Received feedback from Senator Robert Casey and State Representative Dwight Evans personally

thanking us for taking time to write about our legislative concerns.

Regional Chapter Assessment received from chapters.



Attended FEW DC Metro Region International Family and Communion Tea

3rd

2020 Newsletter Approved by National President

April 2020

All of our regional membership is teleworking because of the COVID-19 virus. Communication

plan within the region done by emails, telephone conversation, face-book and continually

conference calls.

The election for the Mid-Atlantic Region took place. All current officers and standing committee

chairs were voted back in for another term 2020-2021. Regional Manager-Cynthia Mitchell-Riley

will remain for another term.

Chapters submitted award nominations for the 2020 National Awards and Virtual Leadership

Summit.

Diversity Committee Meeting and Diversity Wellness Check-In

Regional Chapter Elections being conducted.


100% Quarterly Reports Submitted on Time

Reminder to regional chapters FEW National Awards and Scholarship is due.


April Regional Newsletter Approved by National President

March 2020

An Agency visit was scheduled for March 16, 2020 for the National President to meet and greet

with the Philadelphia Commander, EEO Director, Regional Manager and some of the chapter

officers. Meeting was to address and sign the Memorandum of Agreement (MOU) for a renewed

partnership with DLA Troop Support Federally Women's Program. The COVID-19 mandated all

commercial traveling to be stopped. This meeting was re-scheduled sometime in late May or June

2020


Letter writing Campaigns: Support the Violence against Women Act of 2019, FEW-Increase Pay to

Attract Skilled Workers and Maintain Retirement Benefits, Family Medical Leave, The Empower

Act

Compliance Training: Federal Sector Equal Employment Opportunity Compliant Process

Membership Drive held by the Philadelphia-Theme: 100th Year Anniversary of Women's Right to

Vote. Folders containing FEW National and Chapter information was given out. Prospects new

members expected.

Regional Manager encouraged all chapters to take time out to submit the 2020 National Awards and

to submit someone form their chapter for the NTP Scholarship.

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The FEW Foundation submitted $ 150.00 to the region for a member to attend the MAR RTP in

Hampton Virginia. The Regional Manager submitted three foundational scholarships in the amount

of $ 50.00 to the Philadelphia, Maryland and Tidewater Chapter. Each president nominated and

selected one member to attend.

News & Views articles were submitted advertising the MAR RTP.

Diversity News on EEOC webinar on addressing questions arising under any of the Federal Equal

Employment Opportunity Laws and the COVID-19 pandemic sent to regional presidents. The

Philadelphia Chapter Fundraising Chair-Crystal Robinson won the 2020 Mid-Atlantic Region

Unsung Shero Award. Her award was going to be presented @ the RTP. Due to the cancellation, it

will be presented to her sometime in late September 2020.


February 2020

Regional Manger attended the NBOD meeting in Orlando, Florida February 20-23, 2020.

2020 Black History celebrated, supported and observed by all regional chapters.



Attended Awards and Scholarship Training

Diversity Committee Meeting

January 2020.

100% Quarterly Reports submitted on time

Participated in the National Chapter Officer Training. Training reviewed roles, responsibilities,

resources and presenting the how-to for FEW chapter leadership.

Diversity and Compliance webinars and conference call were acknowledged and in attendance by

the Regional Chairs along with the Regional Manager.

Celebration of Dr. Martin Luther King's Birthday observed by all chapters.


Regional and Chapter Bylaws Reviewed


Mid-Atlantic Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) submitted

All 990-N were submitted on time. The Tax Exemption form was also submitted by all chapters and

region

Annual Regional Accomplishment Report Submitted

December 2019

Several chapters stepped up to participate in the National President’s request of Writing letters and

sending holiday cards to the Soldiers during the Holiday. Great support by all.

Maryland Tri-County newest project mentoring and supporting 7th and 8th grades at a local middle

school. They purchased school supplies and backpacks the students. They have partnered with four

other women organizations for this startup Mentoring Program.

Participated in all quarterly Regional Managers meetings.

All Chapters held their end of year Holiday Celebrations @ various locations.

Training & Memberships Drives– Held by several chapter. Training on Woman’s Health, Breast

Cancer, FEW Focus Areas, and All about FEW. Several get-well cards and fruit baskets were sent

to those who fell ill during this quarter.

Had several one on one conversations with our National President.

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November 2019

Food drives, toy drive, serving the homeless and veterans were held by several chapters in support

of honoring our Veterans. Maryland Tri-County supported local Women's Shelter in Bel Air,

Maryland for Thanksgivings and Christmas. Along with the food drive of can and dry goods, they

donated gift cards from a local Shop Rite grocery store so that the families can purchase turkeys and

fixings for a holiday family meal.

Attended the Pennsylvania Conference for Women. Participated in Legislative training with the

Philadelphia Chapter. Highlighted the upcoming 2020 NTP to be held in Orlando, Florida to all

chapters and officers. Sent birthday cards to chapter presidents. Attended 8 hours of Diversity and

Equal Opportunity Training in Philadelphia

The Mid-Atlantic Region voted to reschedule our 2019 RTP due to cancellation of speakers and

some of the chapter president had other engagements. Scheduled for April 3-4, 2020

October 2019:

Attended DC Metro region 40 years of Excellence @ Trinity University: Uniting, Engaging and

Leading. Panel discussion and training workshops were presented.

September 2019:

September 30, 2019 Submitted all revised chapter by-laws to the National By-laws Chairs.

September 18, 2019 Maryland Tri-County: Chapter meeting and volunteering for the annual

Women's Home Build Supporting Team APG Hispanic Heritage celebration.

September 15, 2019 Regional Meeting with the Executive Board to discuss the RTP.

September 13, 2019 Traveled to Charlottesville, Virginia to provide one on one training with the

Chapter President-Lisa Muratt

Some highlights of the training were: Review of the Chapter President Leadership Forum handbook,

review of National's website-teaching how to navigate and what to look for concerning chapter

resources, webinars, upcoming training, how to perform Legislative duties for the chapter by using

"Engage". Reviewed the four tiers and how to use the definition from the website to establish events

and programs. Reviewed the Chapter organization, membership roster, membership engagement,

core values and the quarterly report. Spent a full day with River-Ann Chapter President.

Remembrance for September 11, 2001: To all Regional Chapter Presidents: Today is a day when we

remember the events that happened-the tragic events that occurred on this date changed our lives &

our country forever. Although our American spirit was shaken, it will never be broken. True to the

character of our great nation, we quickly found the compassion to comfort those who lost loved ones;

care for those who were injured; and confront those that dared to attack us at home. I ask that today

you take the time to remember the sacrifice of those first responders who lost their lives on this

fateful day 18 years ago and the Service-members, civilians and loved ones that have served and

made the ultimate sacrifice to combat those that would threaten the liberties that we hold so near and

dear to our heart. The resiliency we showed from that day forward has become a part of our character

as American citizens. Your dedication to the mission of Federally Employed Women (FEW)

organization is incredible. I truly appreciate all that you do. We will never forget.

September 10, 2019 Emergency National Board of Directors meeting to discuss the 2020 NTP and

take a vote for the location. Voted for Orlando, Florida.

August 2019

Each Regional Chapter celebrated with a Women’s Equality Program commemorating the passage of

the 19th

Amendment to the U.S. Constitution, granting the right for women to vote.

Reviewed with each President Core Values: Leadership, Equity, Inclusiveness, and Accountability.

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Submitted Third Edition of the MAR Newsletter

• July 22-26, 2019 Federally Employed Women’s (FEW’s) 50th National Training

Program (NTP) held in the “City of Brotherly Love” Philadelphia at the downtown

Philadelphia Marriott, from July 22 –26, 2019.

• Commemorating Fifty Years of Training-Encourage Empower Elevate-1969-2019

• Mid-Atlantic Region/Philadelphia Chapter contributed 750 bottles of water for the NTP.

Regional Manager picked up the 2019 NTP Proclamation from the Mayor’s Office.

Recommended to the 2019 NTP Chair-Disc Jockey-Mr. Steven McGraw for the Welcome

reception. McGraw won the service to disc jockey at FEW's NTP Welcome Reception on July 21,

2019, at the Philadelphia Marriott Downtown Hotel, 1201 Market Street, Philadelphia, PA. The

Reception theme was “A Night Out in Philly with FEW" and the theme song is the Sounds of

Philadelphia.

• Recommended the Psalmist to sing the National Anthem: My daughter Lauren Riley was

selected by the NTP Chair.

• 25 Mid-Atlantic Region Volunteers assisted with the National Training Program duties to

included but not limited to

• 20 Mid-Atlantic Regional Members attended the 2019 NTP in Philadelphia

• 5 members from the Philadelphia Chapter participated in the 5th

Commemoration

Celebration • Mid-Atlantic Region purchased fifteen “FEW 50 years of Training” - Throws

• Held our Mid-Atlantic Regional Meeting @ the NTP- 22 Regional members were in

attendance. Generous with their time and talents, the following individuals bring light and life to

many incredible regional events, and community endeavors. The Mid-Atlantic Region recognized

five members at the 2019 National Training Program (NTP) Regional Meeting, downtown

Marriott hotel. They were recognized and applauded for their Diamond over and above contribution

made to the achievement and success of the Region during 2018-2019. Recognizing these

individuals for their valuable contributions is an essential part of appreciating each one of them for

their outstanding volunteer service, leadership, and extraordinary professionalism serving the Mid-

Atlantic Region.

CARMEN ADROVER-MTC/MAR Newsletter Editor

Carmen is a member of the Maryland Tri- County Chapter where she serves as the Chapter

Newsletter Editor. The Mid-Atlantic Region strongly appreciates the support, time and assistance,

along with the extreme long hours of effort you provided to the Mid-Atlantic Region. In reviewing

and editing our Regional newsletter, we thank you so much for your incredible performance. The

Region always looks for the best volunteers. We are so grateful that you committed to be the editor

for the MTC newsletter and assist in the development of the Regional newsletter. Your commitment

developed newsletters of excellence.

OUIANNA ENANG-She is a member of FEW (Federally Employed Women) and the

Philadelphia Chapter where she attends meetings and participates in organizational activities. She

volunteers her time within the group as a Chairwoman for both the Philadelphia Chapter Newsletter

and Fundraising Committee. Recently she dedicated eight hours to represent FEW as a reviewer for

the 2019 Excellence in Government Awards Program. She also dedicated countless hours towards

the FEW Membership drive where she recruited new members by explaining the benefits and the

history of the organization. She performs other duties as assigned by the Mid-Atlantic Regional

Manager and the Philadelphia Chapter President.

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Thank you for “Soaring to New Heights Michael GREEN-1st Vice President (FEW) Philadelphia

Chapter. Michael courageously accepted this position and is the first male to be in office. He is very

active in his Region, serving in various capacities, as well as served on various chapter committees.

He has continuously worked with his chapter on recruiting new members and keeping focus on

member retention. His dedication has not gone unnoticed. Your assistance to the Chapter President

and the Mid-Atlantic Regional Manager is greatly appreciated. He has traveled to the Tidewater

Chapter (Hampton, Virginia) participating in their Women’s Equality Day. He also traveled to

Washington, D.C participating in the Federal Triangle DC Chapter, Regional Training Program

(RTP). We were honored to have him travel to Charlottesville, Virginia celebrating the retirement of

Brigadier General Sandra Avery. Celebrating in this occasion was present and former Chapter

Presidents from the Maryland Tri-County Chapter along with the Regional Manager. We appreciate

Michael for his time, loyalty and service to the Mid-Atlantic Region. Michael, true leaders comes in

all shapes and sizes but a true leader is one who can fit into any dimension. That is who you are.

LINDA PATRICK -Retired- Maryland Tri-County Chapter President

The Mid-Atlantic Region would like to express our deepest gratitude for you writing, reviewing and

submitting our Region for the 2019 National Regional Achievement Award. Your efforts did not go

unnoticed. Linda stayed up all night the eve of April 6, 2019, researching, assembling, and writing

an excellent package for the Region. It was because of her dedication and loyalty to our region that

we won the National Mid-Atlantic Regional Achievement Award. Our Region was not expecting to

win, however, LINDA, you may not realize this, but you are the real life Superwoman in our

Region. Your love, passion, and enthusiastic spirit, allowed us to be rated number one. Thank you

for all that you do for the Maryland Tri-County and the Mid-Atlantic Region. Bravo Zulu to you.

LUCINDA WILSON –Retired -ALMECH Chapter-Mid-Atlantic Newsletter Chair

Lucinda that is who you are. One of those who serve with resiliency, understanding, “can-do” and I

will spirit”. You have done an amazing job creating an incredible, remarkable, spectacular

newsletter. The Mid-Atlantic Region truly thanks you from our hearts for such a phenomenal job.

Thank you for your service of grace and love.

Everybody can be great, because anybody can serve. You don’t have to have a college degree to

serve. You don’t have to make your subject and your verb agree to serve. You don’t have to know

the second theory of thermodynamics in physics to serve. You only need a heart full of grace. A

soul generated by love (Quoted by Martin Luther King, Jr.)

• Five Regional Members attended the Thursday/Friday National Board of Director’s meeting

• National Awards-Mid-Atlantic Region received numerous awards

Community Service Outreach Activity:

Philadelphia Chapter and Blacks in Government partnered together to serve the homeless and

donate over four boxes of food.

December-Holiday Gathering held for the Philadelphia Chapter, presented Chapter President with a

special gift.

November 2019-Atteneded EE0-Diversity Day downtown Philadelphia representing the

Philadelphia Chapter for “FEW”

October 2-3, 2019 Attended the Pennsylvania Conference for Women

October 19, 2019 D.C. Metro Region Regional Training Program-Trinity Washington University-

Washington. D.C. Celebrating 40 years of Excellence-Uniting-Engaging-Leading

September 13, 2019 Traveled to Charlottesville, Virginia to provide one on one training with the

Chapter President-Lisa Muratt

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September 15, 2019 Regional Meeting with the Executive Board to discuss the RTP.

September 10, 2019- On Call for the Emergency NBOD meeting to select the 2020 NTP location

September 30, 2019 Regional Chapters By-laws submitted on time

August 10-Regional Bylaws submitted on time

August 2019-All Regional Chapter celebrated Women’s Equality Month

July 21, 2019- Attended National Oversight Meeting

Past Webinars Participated In:

May 27, 2020, - Federal Long Term Care Insurance Program 3.0 for Federally Employed Women

May 21, 2020, - Taking Back Control of Your Financial Future –

May 20, 2020, - Decision Making for Maximum Impact.

May 14, 2020,-. Navigating the New Retirement Climate –

May 8, 2020,- Building Coalitions for Success

April 23, 2020, - FEW Town Hall Meeting with President Karen Rainey

Discussion Topics:

FEW – State of the Organization

Membership Survey Results

Coronavirus Resources and Health Tips

2020 National Training Program – Passing the Torch; Leading the Way

April 8, 2020,- 5 Keys to Building a High Performing Team

March 18, 2020, -. Women in Business

February 26, 2020, - Awards and Scholarships Pre-Opening

February 13, 2020, - 51st National Training Program Mini

February 11, 2020, - Diversity Toolkit: Your Role in Workplace Diversity

February 5, 2020, - Coaching as a Management Tool.

January 28, 2020 - Form 990 webinar.

January 22, 2020, - Transitioning from Manager to Leader

January 15, 2020 - Chapter Officer Training

November 6, 2019, -. 5 Keys You Need to SOAR Professionally.

November 5, 2019, - How to Conduct a Paycheck Checkup

September 4, 2019 -“What is Magnificent Leadership? Insight for Business Leadership Traits”

August 21, 2019 -“Business Leadership Training – Leading People”

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EXHIBIT #29



July 20, 2020

FROM: Joan L. Chopp

POSITION: Mid-Continent Regional Manager

The Mid-Continent Region includes the following five (5) chapters: Carrie Chapman Catt, Heart of

America, Mid-America, Nebraska Heartland and Willa Cather.

Following are the region goals and progress:

1. Assist with the chartering of new chapter (strive for at least one chapter each year). We are working with possible leaders of a new chapter in St. Louis, MO. They have the chapter

startup kit and hopefully will be ready to charter soon! Held a meeting November 13, 2019 in

O’Fallon, Illinois. Met with Mid-American Chapter President and others from the chapter and due

to bad weather, we held a teleconference with interested FEW members from the St. Louis area.

Discussed formation of the new chapter and next steps.

2. Increase visibility of FEW and FEW memberships.

We need to make membership information available wherever possible. I encourage our chapters to

conduct membership sales (with National FEW’s approval) and to recruit new members wherever

we go! Each member should have membership forms available to distribute to interested future

members! Always have information available regarding our website to share with them too!

Business cards are a must!

3. To provide quality training programs.

Our Regional Training Programs follow the FEW guidelines and contain all four of the focus areas

within our training program. Our last in person RTP last fall in Kansas City on October 6, 2019 and

was hosted the Heart of America Chapter. It was very successful with excellent training provided:

Civilian Active Shooter Preparation and Response – FBI

If life was easy, anyone could do it – Living your best life – Knowing when to get

in for mental health issues - Kim Moore

Women as Care Givers: How to care for others while you care for yourself –

Charlotte McCloskey, PhD, Veterans Administration

Plus Legislative, Diversity and Compliance Training

Our 2020 Spring RTP had to be postponed due to the Corona Virus.

4. To support Chapter Presidents and their Chapter Members and all other Regional Officers.

I am always available to assist our chapter presidents with any of their needs. We have started

having a sharing session of “what worked” with the board members. Members shared ideas and

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details of projects, programs, etc. that have worked in their chapter and also projects that didn’t

work so well. Discussing what could have been done differently or any additions that could have

been added to the agenda to create interest starts a good discussion. A lot of great ideas are coming

forward and I hope these sessions will be helpful to all attending.

5. To serve as a communication conduit to all FEW Members within region with emails and our

Regional Newsletter.

I correspond with board members, as needed, and make sure National emails are being distributed to

all Chapter Presidents and/or Members. Starting to hold teleconferences with board members has

been very successful. I plan to attend National Executive Committee meetings, when possible and

all NBOD meetings. Now that we have a Regional Representative, she will plan to attend as many

of the meetings as possible. I plan to participate in monthly regional managers’ calls. I have

attended most of the National Regional Manager Teleconference Calls and shared the information

gained with our chapter presidents. I promptly forward all information on to our chapters asking that

they share with their chapter members. I have been encouraging all members of the regional board

to assist in training another member to succeed them after their term is over. This is very important

to keep new members involved and serving on the board. I also encourage our chapter presidents to

do the same within their chapter and with other chapters in the region.

I am available to all of our Chapter Presidents, Regional Board and members, as needed, and to

National FEW as well. My goal is to reply to any inquiries and questions within 24 hours.

Other Items: We are hoping to get back to a regular schedule again as soon as the quarantine restrictions are lifted. Until

then we will continue to correspond with emails, teleconferences and zoom meetings.

NOTE: I suddenly became very ill on March 9, 2020 and was hospitalized for two weeks followed by a

week in a rehab facility to regain and improve my ability to function. It was a very scary time and it was

determined that I had a blood infection that attacked by brain. After I retired home, I had home health

therapy (physical therapy, speech therapy, occupational therapy, etc) through the end of May. I finally feel

like myself again and have been able to go back to everything I was doing before (including driving and

FEW activities) and I am very grateful. Many thanks to Gloria Sherman who stepped up and took over my

FEW Regional and National duties! Don’t what I would have done without her assistance!

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EXHIBIT #30



July 20, 2020

FROM: Mary Jane Diggins

POSITION: Northeast Regional Manager

Goal 1: To increase Regional membership by 10% and retain current membership.

The membership in the NER has slightly increased. The Greater Boston Chapter has increased by

over 10% from 16 to 21. The Western New York Chapter numbers have remained fairly stable. Both

chapters are focused on further increasing their membership at this time. Many members in each chapter are

not located in the local area of the chapter and this makes participation in person difficult. Both chapters are

planning fall membership drives using our NER brochure created for the NTP.

Goal 2: To maintain effective communication with chapter presidents and officers and the Regional

Board of Directors in order to address all four focus areas on the chapter and regional level. To fill

the NER Regional Board and standing committee chair positions.

I maintain regular conversations/emails with the chapter officers in the Greater Boston and Western

New York chapters and encourage their addressing of the four focus areas. The Regional Board meets

monthly via conference call. We still have Board and committee positions to fill at the chapter and regional

level.

Goal 3: To plan and host at least one Regional Training Program.

An RTP committee was being formed for a 2019 RTP to be held in the fall. NER members were

being surveyed for training topics and location preferences. Unfortunately, because of the massive

shutdowns caused by the pandemic, all RTP’s were cancelled for 2020. The Northeast was extremely hard

hit during the late winter, spring and early summer making in person events impossible.

Goal 4: To assist with the chartering of new chapters and strive for one new chapter per year by

increasing the visibility of FEW and FEW memberships. To make membership materials available.

I have solicited all NER members, especially those far from the existing chapters for interest in

establishing new chapters positions. I am currently working with a group from Central Massachusetts from

primarily a VA location to establish a chapter. Our process was slowed due to the pandemic but the

paperwork is progressing and the individuals are obtaining permission to conduct meetings at their site. We

hope to have a submission package by the early fall.

Goal 5: To offer at least one scholarship from the Northeast Region for the NTP and encourage at

least one member per chapter to apply for the National NTP scholarships.

The WNY and GB chapters offered tuition scholarships for the Virtual Leadership Summit this July.

Members were also encouraged to apply for National scholarships and other programs that are available on

a yearly basis. funds in the regional and chapter scholarship accounts.

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Other Activities from July 15, 2018 to July 20, 2020

1. Attended National Training Program and NBOD in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania in July 2019.

2. Conducted monthly Northeast Regional Board meetings on the third Tuesday of each month.

3. Wrote and submitted required quarterly NER regional reports and Western New York Chapter

required quarterly reports.

4. Maintained close contact with Northeast Regional Chapters, Greater Boston and Western New

York.

5. Wrote and submitted report for the February 2020 NBOD meeting and attended same meeting in

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.

6. Had been working on forming a committee for the 2020 RTP, choosing a location and

formulating an agenda.

7. Sent out FEW Welcome packets to new members.

8. Responded to emails, calls and requests chapter members and NBOD.

9. Worked with the WNY Chapter on another successful community project of an Annual Holiday

Drive for Haven House of Buffalo, NY, a women’s residential shelter for victims of domestic

violence.

10. Attended Regional Manager Conference call meetings as scheduled.

11. Designing a 2020 NER Membership flyer.

12. Contacted membership for interest in a scholarship application process for the Virtual

Leadership Summit.

13. Wrote and submitted annual reports for the Northeast Region and Western New York Chapter.

14. Maintained the Facebook page for the Western New York Chapter of Federally Employed

Women by sharing National news, highlights from other chapters and events/articles of interest.

15. Made plans for Women’s History Month by to attend a lecture series at the Buffalo Museum of

History women’s history and the suffrage movement. The Museum was unfortunately closed

down due to the pandemic.

16. Planned to attend the Greater Boston Chapter Women’s History Month event in Salem,

Massachusetts. Unfortunately, this was cancelled also.

17. Solicited members for interest in the 2020-2022 Election cycle.

18. Encourage members to vote in the National NBOD Elections.

19. Kept members informed about the change of the NTP to the Virtual Leadership Summit.

20. Attended Emergency NBOD Zoom meetings as scheduled.

21. Working on establishing a Northeast Region Website to contain relevant information for

membership and to attract new members to the organization.

22. Working with the new Western New York Chapter President to ensure a smooth transition for

her new role in the chapter.

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July 20, 2020

From: Sharon D. Nelson,

POSITION: Pacific Northwest Regional Manager

1. To grow and continue membership in the Pacific Northwest Region.

I have been working with the Vice President for Membership and Chapter Organization and in ways

it has been fruitful. Willamette Valley Chapter has increased their membership as well as Rainier Chapter.

2. To grow and recruit members to take a position on the Regional Board of Directors.

I was successful in recruiting someone to run as Regional Manager. With the assistance of our

National President, we were able to have a full slate of regional officers for the 2020-2022 term.

3. To maintain a healthy relationship with the Pacific Northwest Regional Board and members.

With the assistance of my board members, the Pacific Northwest nominated Judy Rush for the Allie

Latimer award. Judy was selected for the award and she also received the President’s award.

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EXHIBIT #32



July 20, 2020

FROM: Sherry Henderson

POSITION: Rocky Mountain Regional Manager

Goal 1: Compliance

o Ensured chapters met with an identified agency to evaluate their compliance with The MD

715

o High Plains Chapter met and discussed the Rocky Mountain Regional (VA) Medical Center

MD 715 with the EEO Manager. Worked with the Medical Director and EEO Manager and

identified underrepresented employees. A plan was developed to increase representation in

the identified employee population solutions.

o Ensure all chapter elections are timely completed and according to chapter, region and

national bylaws. Chapter elections were done timely for 4 Chapters. Wasatch Chapter

remains in the process of deciding to resolve the chapter and merger with another Rocky

Mountain Region chapter or seek membership at large.

o Continued to work with Rocky Mountain Regional (VA) Medical Center SEP Program to

support their mission

Goal 2 : Membership Retention

o All chapters remained at or above minimum membership status except Wasatch Chapter.

Onsite visits done for High Plains Chapter.

Goal 3: Training

o The 2020 Rocky Mountain Regional Training Program (RTP) was cancelled in March 2020

because of Covid-19. The RTP has been rescheduled for September 2020.

Goal 4 : Legislation

o Disbursed the Legislative issues to FEW Rocky Mountain Region

o Attended the 2020 Colorado 30th Women’s Congressional Breakfast

o Shared discussions and presentations by Colorado Senators and Women of Political Action.

The focus was that Women of Color should step up, lead, and own the discussions that

impact their lives.

Goal 5: Diversity

o Reinforced the 2018-2020 Diversity strategic plan

o Participated in the development and implementation in the Rocky Mountain Regional (VA)

Medical Center annual Diversity Day.

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o Assisted with organizing and participated in the “Kneeling for Justice” for nine minutes

period of time. Held a post kneeling discussion with a multiracial group for a constructive

critique.

o Assisted with organizing and participated in a “Wear All Black day” in Honor of Justice.

o Received a BRAVO Award-Recognition from Medical Center Director for Participation,

program development and implementation of the special Emphasis Program activities.

Goal 6 : On-going Regional Strategic Planning

o Continued to maintain strategic planning format for Chapter President reports

Goal 7: Recruitment

o Continued to collaborate with Rocky Mountain Immediate Past Regional

o Manager on the status on the status of two (2) potential new chapters

o Promoted and attended the Denver Federal Chapter successful recruitment “Monthly Coffee

Social Hour”

o No new Chapters

Goal 8: Align National, Regional and Chapter goals and bylaws

o Worked with Rocky Mountain Regional Bylaws chair to revise and distribute the Rocky

Mountain Regional bylaws as well as the Chapter bylaws.

Goal 9: Develop Mentoring Program

o Continued to work with a list of Regional leaders to paired with chapter members goals

Prepared members for leadership roles- Mentor the New Regional Manager

o Assisted members with personal career development-Fellow Registered Nurses

Goals 10: Fundraiser

o 12/7/2019-Successful “Fashion Show Fundraiser. Sold 100/100 tickets. Raised $1,060.

Other Items: Attended February 2020 NBOD meeting in Orlando, FL

Discussed National and Regional Strategic Plans at the Regional BOD Meeting April 2020

Participated in the submission of National and Regional Award nominations for:

Regional level Awards:

Best Fundraiser

Lifetime Achievement

Marsha Strackany Scholarship

Unsung Shero

Best Newsletter

National level Awards:

2020 NTP Retirees Scholarship

2020 Unsung Shero

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July 20, 2020

FROM: Sylvia Brown

POSITION: Southeast Regional Manager

Goal 1. Provide chapters with the tools and support required to remain in good standing.

The Magnolia Royal Star Chapter (formerly Magnolia Chapter) received their charter during the

Executive Committee Meeting (ECM) in May 2019.

Carolina Dogwood Chapter was closed July 2019 at the National Board of Director (NBOD) per

National Policy Procedure Manual (NPPM). Chapter information was removed from FEW website.

All chapters worked to submitting the 990 E-Post card and the Group tax exempt for non-profit

status.

Participated in regional conference calls, with Vice President of Membership and Chapter

Organization.

Ensured that all chapters are in good standings per the NPPM as it relates to minimum number of

members required per chapters, all chapters have officers and the tax responsibilities are all current.

Ensure that the Gator Nation Chapter (closed in 2018) information was removed from the FEW

website.

City of Oaks received their charter during the ECM November 19, 2019. All documents were

presented per NPPM guidance. New member and officer training was conducted January 8, 2020.

Northwest Central Florida (renamed formerly Panama City) renamed during the ECM November

19, 2019. Northwest Central Florida Chapter officially closed during the NBOD meeting held in

Orlando, Florida February 2020.

River City Chapter and Kenessee Guardians Chapter were officially closed during the NBOD

February 2020.

Goal 2. Work to increase Southeast Regional membership in local chapters by supporting FEW’s

mission.

In January 2019 the Southeast Region had 370 members we reached our highest number of

members 481 in May 2019. As of June 2020 we have 370 members in the Southeast Region.

Due to unforeseen events of Government shut-down our Regional Training Program “Cultivating

the Next Generation” was rescheduled for September 12-14 2019

Reviewed Regional Monthly Roster with Membership Chairs to notify Chapter Presidents and

members of renewal date retain members.

Our region welcomed two new chapters, City of Oaks and the Magnolia Royal Star Chapter.

Goal 3. Work with Southeast chapters to strategically plan and support local programs.

Chapter newsletters include Space Coast Chapter monthly; Derby City Chapter; bi-monthly,

Savannah River Chapter quarterly; City of Oaks Chapter quarterly; also Regional newsletter

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quarterly are tools used to convey information about Compliance, Diversity, Legislative, Training

programs.

Regional event Afterschool webinar: Understanding Digital Leadership and Best Practices for

Engaging Girls in Technology.

Derby City Chapter guest speaker Coline Jenkins, great-great granddaughter of Elizabeth Cady

Stanton, a prominent women in the suffrage movement; League of Women Voters, Louisville.

Creating a Respectful Workplace, presenter Brien Shoemaker, EEOC.

Community Involvement, aluminum can tabs for Ronald McDonald House, Making Strides against

Breast Cancer, League of Women Voters organization are excellent speakers for chapter meeting

and have been used in Southeast Region chapters.

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July 20, 2020

FROM: Sherry Murray-Garrett

POSITION: Southwest Regional Manager

The Southwest Region consists of (10) chapters: Red River Stars, DFW Bluebonnet Chapter, Dallas Area

Chapter, Greater Houston Chapter, Ladies of Liberty, Tinker Chapter, Greater Oklahoma Chapter, Green

Country Chapter, Bluff Center Chapter, Central Arkansas, Three Crosses.

Goal: 1 Support and encourage the mission of FEW and its four focus areas (Compliance, Diversity,

Legislation and Training). Ensure that the FEW is introduced at the local and state level.

Goal: 2 Bring more awareness to the Southwest Region FEW; work with the local, state, and federal

governments to bring more awareness to the FEW and its focus areas.

Goal: 3 Encourage the Chapter Presidents to increase their membership and work together to accomplish

this mission.

Goal: 4 Attended the 49th National Training Program July 2019. Attended the NBOD meeting in July

2019.

Goal: 5 Traveled to Louisiana and attended Women's Conference and encouraged women to join FEW.

Goal: 6 Open a chapter in San Antonio Texas, Vance AFB, and Louisiana.

San Antonio Chapter was the only one that was opened.

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July 20, 2020

FROM: Sandra Ovalle Lopez

POSITION: Western Region Manager

As the Regional Manager of the Western Region, it is my pleasure to deliver the following report

representing items accomplished during July 2018-July 2019.

Goal 1: State Goal #1: Back to Basics to Increase Membership & Awareness

We continue to brainstorm ideas and plan additional FEW presentations for the near future.

The COVID virus has presented many challenges, i.e. the cancellation of our Western

Region Training Program.

Western Region Membership Chair (Kim) and I had a follow up meeting to schedule a

presentation to interested employees from an arm of NOA. Bureau of Ocean Management

are interested in forming their own Chapter in an area closer to their workplace. Currently

we are working with them to help them obtain a total of 15 members.

Invited to go back to a Homeland Security office to deliver a presentation on Women’s

History to help in their Celebration of Women’s History. They also requested our

presentation “All About FEW”. Since our last visit, this organization has relocated their

offices, and gained new employees. With these latest changes the agency wanted to ensure

their new employees learned about FEW Membership.

Delivered a Chapter Charter Package to the Asylum office located in Anaheim.

Provided FEW training/presentation to employees at a Homeland Security office, the office

of Asylum. The room was full with men & women, all current employees were asked to

attend. Very favorable outcome. The men in the room expressed interest in “joining” once

they head “anyone can be a member if they believe in our mission”

They are working on forming a Chapter in their area, Orange County.

Discussed and brainstormed ideas for a targeting “men” Membership drive.

Western Region Board discussed campaign to bring men-with daughters and wives into

FEW

Successful RTP held in Las Vegas, President Rainey attended and gave opening remarks.

Southern California Gold Coast held a successful membership drive, attended by members

of BOM, attended this event. I provided reasons why women in attendance needed to join

FEW before the end of the evening. At the conclusion of his event a total of 3 new members

joined.

Goal 2: State Goal #2 : Monthly Focus on one tenet at a time. Chapters have been keeping up with the monthly themes and are in compliance .

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As RM, I have been focused on increasing our Membership and establishing new Chapters

in our Region.

Scheduled a meeting with the Deputy EEO Officer of NSWC PHD to talk about ways she

and the Command she serves can support us. I have reached out to her and feel positive

about forming an MOU.

All emails and announcements from National and President Rainey are forwarded to the

region to keep my members aware of current events, announcements and concerns.

Goal 3: State Goal #3: Increase our footprint across chapters, sharing, collaboration The work in this area included potential use of FaceTime for Video chats, this has failed

terribly recently due to the “bug” allowing listening in on others without your knowledge.

Successfully held a Western Region Zoom Meeting, with the board. It was a success and we

had no issues.

My Plan to travel to other Regions and Chapters in an attempt to increase membership and

awareness was put on hold.

Support provided to Central Coast Chapter re: advertising in the Gazette, magazine the title

of this issue was “Women Win the Vote Gazette”. Readership; reaching more than 25,000.

Including 9,000 to National Women’s History Alliance. Downloadable version available on

the NWHA website.

The location for our 2020 RTP was planned to be in Port Hueneme, CA at the Channel

Islands Yacht Club. All plans and schedules were cancelled due to COVID.

Collaborations between Chapters will be a major focus this next period.

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July 20, 2020

FROM: Patricia Wolfe

POSITION: President, FEW Foundation for Education and Training

FEW Foundation for Education Training Report for July 2019 – July 2020

The following accomplishments are reported for the period July 2019 – July 2020:

Foundation Trustees and Advisers met monthly via teleconference with Executive Vice President

participating when possible.

Held Christmas in July Sale and Mini Silent Auction at the 2019 NTP.

Held 50/50 Drawing at 2019 NTP Welcome Reception & Held Daily Drawings in Exhibit Hall.

Signed two-year MOU with Grantham University for 2020 and 2021 Scholarship Program to

include (3 certificate programs or 3 $5,000 scholarships). Recipients are Ms. Cherelle Marie Hines

of Hoosier Hills Chapter, Great Lakes Region and Ms. Vicki Lynn Smith, Willamette Valley

Chapter, Pacific Northwest Region.

Provided September and December 2019 Treasurer’s Reports to FEW Treasurer for audit.

Completed Foundation Policy and Procedures handbook.

Updated Foundation brochure and it is pending finalization.

Held successful fundraiser with Avon from April 15 to June 15.

Continued on-going fundraiser with TerriLynn Candy and Nuts.

Paused the Amazon Associates Fundraiser due to technical issues on website.

Sent letters to FEW Past Presidents soliciting donations for the Past Presidents Scholarship Fund.

Publicized Foundation/Ed2Go Online Instruction Center. Visit www.ed2go.com/fewed to view all

of the new course offerings.

Submitted articles for all issues of News and Views.

Designed new Foundation website. It is currently being finalized and the dummy website will be

sent to PPRC soon.

Updated Foundation Facebook Page on an on-going basis.

Provided $299 for the Foundation Scholarship for Virtual Leadership Summit. Bracey Shay of

Women on the Move Chapter, DC Metro Region, is the recipient.

Provided two scholarships for Regional Training Programs to include Mid-Continent and Great

Lake Regions. All RTP’s planned for 2020 were cancelled or postponed due to Covid-19.

Conducted election of 2020-2022 Officers. Results follow with two pending approval as Trustee by

FEW NBOD:

o President – Cindy Higgins

o Vice President – Sue Webster (pending NBOD approval)

o Secretary – Maggie Gaukler

http://www.ed2go.com/fewed

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o Treasurer – Suzi Inman (pending NBOD approval)

o Immediate Past President – Patricia Wolfe

Officers and Trustees for 2018-2020 are listed below:

o President – Patricia Wolfe

o Vice President – Helen Robinson

o Treasurer – Cindy Higgins

o Secretary – Maggie Gaukler

o Immediate Past President – Chazara Clark-Smith

o Jan Castor – Bylaws/Policy & Procedures and Website Committees

o Cecelia Davis – Bylaws/Policy & Procedures Committee

o Ann Garber – Scholarship Committee Chair/Grantham University Liaison

o Jeri Peterson – Nominations/Elections Committee Chair

Council of Advisers are:

o Carolyn Kroon Jean Christiansen Lyn Voss Beatrice Squire

o Linda Patrick Chuck Williams Clara Anderson Sue Webster

o Vernell Thomas Wanda Hewlin Desiree Robinson Debra Hobbs

This will be my final report as President. Thank you for your support of FEW’s Foundation for Education

and Training and for me as the Foundation’s President during the past four years. I hope and trust that 2021

will be the best year ever after the challenges all of us have experienced in 2020.

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July 20, 2020

FROM: Marcia McDaniel

POSITION: News and Views Editor

Goal 1: Per the National Policy and Procedures Manual, present timely and relevant information to

FEW members in a predetermined frequency of newsletter releases through the FEW national

website.

At the request of the National President, discussed calendars with Robin Sutton, DCG July 2019 and

maintained contact throughout the year.

Set calendar target submission dates for July 2019 to June 2020, to be published on FEW website.

Goal 2: Solicit and position articles from FEW Members, Sponsors and Partners in a format

acceptable and attractive to the membership.

Calls for submission were sent to NBOD the first week of the 60 day publication period. Over 78

articles were checked for provenance and adherence to format standards.

Goal 3: Maintain the focus of the publication in support of the mission of FEW and its four focus

areas (Compliance, Diversity, Legislation and Training) Such articles come from a mixture of

Chapter, Regional and National Board sources.

Ensured that FEW has greater visibility and purpose, developing ideas/topics with NBOD.

Wrote several chapter and regional interest articles from verbal input of members.

Goal 4: Work with members of the Publications Policy Review Committee

Provided information to committee for review, edits and additions of documents and publications

Actively attended and participated at PPRC NTP 2019 and Virtual Event 2020 meetings.

Provided support and minutes to May PPRC web meeting.

Goal 5: Work with sponsors and partners to present information about their products and

information about FEW Training Seminars and Webinars which will benefit members and Federal

employees in general.

Verify and maintain contact with partners, sponsors and those with MOAs.

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July 20, 2020

FROM: Rachel Combs

POSITION: Special Assistant for Housing and Credentials

HOUSING:

GOAL #1 - Plan, coordinate, and execute all meetings of FEW that involve the Executive

Committee, NBOD, and other events as needed or directed by the President.

Goal accomplished by planning and coordinating all FEW meetings for the past year.

GOAL #2 - Publish a schedule of all meetings at the beginning of the physical year, if possible.

Did not accomplish this goal. It is very hard to schedule meetings early.

GOAL #3 - Meet all hotel contract suspense dates.

Goal accomplished after each meeting.

CREDENTIALS:

GOAL #1 – Work with the Membership VP and FEW’s contractor for an accurate voting strength

for all meetings and establish a quorum for each.

GOAL #2 - Coordinate and set up room with hotel for voting/nonvoting members.

Worked with the scheduled hotel to accomplish this task.

GOAL #3 - Monitor number of votes present in the meeting room at all times.

Accomplished this task.

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July 20, 2020

FROM: Gloria Sherman

POSITION: IT Webmaster

Goal 1: Establish and maintain a working relationship with the website contractor personnel.

Established a good relationship with the contractor. Kept in contact with our contractor by voice, text

and email.

Shared information and worked with our contractor in support of the website. Forwarded several

items to contractor for completion.

Goal 2: Learn the website development and email applications. Learned the website development application and various accounts that are used along with the

website. Continue to learn as new tasks come up. Asked for assistance from contractor when needed.

Learned the webmail system. Updated email system as needed for NBOD. Reset email passwords.

Dealt with other email related issues including making forwarding rules and spam filters.

Goal 3: Update the website with current information, as well as, cosmetic and functional issues, as needed. Made or suggested cosmetic changes to the website. Ensured that the content on each page of the

website was current and that links worked. If not, contacted the responsible party for an update.

Added four new pages.

Updated information on pages, calendar or posted documents to website for the NBOD, regions and

chapters. Posted jobs and attached documents to chapter reports. Reviewed and/or attached

documents for awards and scholarship submissions. Reviewed options and selected sliders for home

page.

Goal 4: Research simultaneous posting applications for social media that include at least Facebook,

Instagram and twitter. Using Buffer, posted events on Instagram, Twitter and Facebook 432 times.

There are now 209 Instagram followers with 31 likes, 161 Twitter followers with 161 likes and 4132

Facebook followers with 3889 likes. The GovLoop group has 340 members and LinkedIn company

group has 84 followers and the standard group has 1,254 members. These three have no activity.

Other: Responded to 18 inquiries from NBOD, regions, chapters and members.

Prepared synopsis of YouTube video for News & Views and compiled 2020 graduate tribute information.

Worked on updating offer of the SWABIZ travel account.

Researched Delta corporate travel program.

Participated in meeting regarding Crowd Compass and CQEngage training.

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July 20, 2020

FROM: MSG Tracy Marshall

POSITION: Special Assistant for Military Women

Goal 1: Work to recruit women in all branches of the military to be a part of FEW and serve as an

advisor to the National President on women issues in the military.

Recruited SFC Ms. Michelle Johnson in July 2019 as a FEW Member Maryland Tri-City Chapter.

Goal 2: Work with women veterans’ groups and FEW’s partners on opportunities for women in the

government.

Worked with Ability one in providing Skirt Suits, Pant Suits and Dresses (professional attire) for

Female Veterans, setting them up for success on interviews

Worked with Ability group for job on recruitment/job announcement sent 15 resumes of veterans.

(July 19 – June 20)

Goal 3: Work closely with Deputy Assistance Secretary of Army Diversity and Leadership, building a

cohesive partnership with FEW (Military Awards, concentration).

Sent out notification to over 50 military personnel and civilians reference the upcoming FEW’s

Military Meritorious Service Award (December 27, 2020)

Responded to numerous emails reference the 2020 Military Meritorious Service Awards. Providing

guidance and walking inquirers through the online submission process. (December 20 – May 7,

2020)

Participated in a Virtual Awards Training for FEW Regional/Chapter Presidents and Few Members

(

Received 36 nominations overall from Airforce, Army and Coast Guard for this year’s Military

Meritorious Service Awards (April 7 – May 7, 2020)

Received 8 nominations from the Headquarters Department of Defense for this year’s Military

Meritorious Awards (May 7, 2020)

Coordinated a panel to review the nominations packet and select the 2020 Military Meritorious

Awards (May 8 - June 8, 2020)

Notified and congratulated the 6 recipients of the 2020 Military Meritorious Service Awards (June

22, 2020)

Notified nominees who did not win this year’s award, thanked them for submitting their packet and

encouraged them to re-submit for next year’s Military Meritorious Service Awards (June 2020)

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Goal 4: Continue to work with HQDA Office of Sexual Harassment and Assault Program Director,

building a cohesive partnership between FEW (Training and Awareness Opportunities).

Coordinated to have SHARP information table and display set up at the APG Federal Women’s

Program event (August 2019)

Referred Aberdeen Proving Grounds, Family Advocacy Program Manager to conduct a Virtual

Domestic Violence Training for the Federally Employed Women’s NBOB, during the pandemic

(April 2020)

Referred Aberdeen Proving Grounds, Family Advocacy Program Manager to be a part of this year’s

Health Fair during the virtual leadership conference. Providing a spin wheel with questions

reference Domestic Violence, during the pandemic (May 2020)

Goal 5: Review the NPPM and meet deadlines and suspense’s as required.

Ongoing

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EXHIBIT #41



July 20, 2020

FROM: Glenda Starks

POSITION: Special Assistant to the President for Outreach – Women’s Health

Goal 1: My goal is to provide communication to help improve Women’s Health. I will provide

information and resources for Women’s Health.

I have worked on additional resources and materials for benefits and health awareness.

I mentor women from my local area on Women’s Health issues and Domestic Abuse. I

provided resources to get help and become more independent.

I empower and motivate Women through a website for Mentorship via Facebook and

Messenger.

I provide articles for Women’s Health during the pandemic. One for example, “Are You

Having Anxiety Issues”.

Goal 2: I will provide a forum for “Now We Know” in order to educate women on different

products that cause sickness and disease for health purposes. I will gather information

and promote businesses that lead women into healthier lives.

I provided a forum to educate women on different diseases and symptoms via our webinar

with Judy Rush, Willamette Valley Chapter. We presented speakers for “Now We Know”

and their website https://www.nowweknow.com. We also provided the chapter with

products and testimonials.

I gathered information and promote businesses that lead women into healthier lives to

potentially share with FEW members.

I assisted other FEW members on building their resumes to obtain better employment.

Goal 3: I will build a network of supporters of FEW for awareness on Women’s Health and

Wellness for the benefit of FEW members.

I provide mentoring and training to current members of my chapter to prepare them for

future leadership.

I assist and support our Great Lakes Regional Program and our very own Motor City

Chapter.

I support my Motor City Chapter and Great Lakes Region on any programs and functions.

It’s been an honor to serve on the National Board for Assistant to the President for Women’s Health

Thank you, Glenda Starks

https://www.nowweknow.com/

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EXHIBIT #42



July 20, 2020

FROM: Naomi Bell

POSITION: Sponsorship & Partnership Chair

In September 2019, I accepted FEW National President Rainey’s request for the position of Special

Assistant to the President, Sponsors-Partners and provided the following three goals to manage the

Program:

Goal 1: Determine status, terms and provisions, and compliancy of the memorandums of under-

standing (MOUs), mutual support agreements (MOAs) and relating documents with the FEW

National President and the existing and potential sponsors and partners.

Accomplishments:

• Researched the few.org MOUs webpage to determine which existing MOUs needed renewal.

• Coordinated with National President to obtain MOUs word format templates and began updating

documents for signatures by the company and agency head officials and the National President second

term 2020-2022.

• Updated Veterans Affairs MOU to include date signed by the National President.

• Researched GEICO MOU expiration status of January 2020 and recommended removal from the

FEW website based on GEICO’s response to the former Sponsors-Partners contact not to renew their

agreement with FEW.

• Scheduled meeting with FEW and FAA to discuss agency’s changes, focus to train and retain

employees, and request assistance from FEW. Currently working on MOU template with proposed

terms and provision by each party.

• Reviewed FDA MOU for date adjustment by National President and signature by FDA agency

official.

• Coordinated meeting with FEW and National Coalition of 100 Black Women Chapter Representative

regarding partnership who was informed that FEW would be interested partnering at the national level

of this organization.

Goal 2: Collaborate with the FEW National Board for input regarding the 2020 National Training

Program (NTP) and with the existing and potential Sponsors and Partners (e.g., federal agencies,

public sector, online searches of businesses in NTP cities, recommendations) to renew and negotiate

new provisions, establish and strengthen business relationships, and maximize fundraising efforts.

Accomplishments:

• Researched the few.org MOUs webpage for MOAs to identify sponsors who provided 2019 cash and

in-kind donations in preparation to solicit sponsorship for the 2020 National Training Pro-gram (NTP).

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• In September 2019 discussed with National President current status of sponsors and partners and files

by former sponsors-partners special assistant.

NTP 2020 Sponsors-Partners

• BCBSA - In October 2019 began NTP 2020 fundraising efforts with BCBS and in December 2019

accompanied National President to meet with BCBSA to secure MOA for NTP and Health & Wellness

Health Fair cash donation.

• GEHA - Conducted several meetings with two marketing strategic companies representing GEHA

and provided explanations of MOA provisions and amenities in turn for cash donation for exclusivity

of the registration desk, conference tote bags, and awards/scholarship ceremony.

• LTCP - Met with LTCP to ensure MOA provisions were being met such as ensuring eblasts were

distributed to members, publishing articles in News & Views and conducting two webinars.

• Management Concepts - Confirmed MOU/MOA in-kind donation for the leadership certification

training and requested if any additional cash donations were available.

• DiversityComm - Followed up on MOA provisions and breakdown of the 2019 in-kind donated for

publications and editorials.

• ABS - Confirmed MOA for two webinars and increased cash donation.

• Prudential - Followed up to negotiate cash donation.

• FedChoice - Followed up to confirm MOA for cash donation.

• American Benefits Exchange - Met with potential sponsor.

• NTP 2020 STEM Day Program - Met with National President and STEM Chairperson to discuss

the one-day program agenda and provided lists of potential sponsors to support STEM Day. Verified

list names, email addresses, and phone numbers and provided STEM Day information.

• Tully Rinckey - Met with a FEW member who complained about this company’s legal services and

inquired if FEW was receiving legal proceeds. Apparently, the member has reached out to former

National leadership about this matter. After explaining orally and followed up in writing, customer

understood FEW’s no interference with personal legal matters and that we do not receive any proceeds.

Virtual Leadership Summit (VLS) NTE 2020

Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, FEW Executive Board voted for the online training, I communicated with

the sponsors regarding change and as a result, the following lists the sponsors and partners provided cash

and in-kind donations:

NTP/VLS NTE Committee Team

• Provided documents, planning information and met with former NTP Chair.

• Attended and reported out the status of the sponsors program.

• Coordinated with the National President, NTP/NTE Chair, Contractor Event Planner, Communications

Chair, and Exhibit Chair regarding the sponsors financial support, performing as trainers, purchased ads

and exhibit booths, etc.

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National Finance Team - Reported out on monthly basis the status of the NTP/NTE sponsors donations

for National’s budget corporate sponsors line item.

Goal 3: Prepare, distribute, share, and post in the appropriate repositories the NTP 2020 documents

and on-going correspondence with the FEW National Board, contractors, members, nonmembers,

sponsors and partners, and federal and private sectors.

Accomplishments:

• Provided updates for 2020 National Training Program Sponsors Prospectus to President and NTP

Team for processing. Requested Sponsorship webpage and Prospectus be updated to include Silver

level category. Prepared Sponsorship NTP 2020 Announcement to be forwarded to all existing, former

and potential sponsors. (see below).

• Coordinated with Event Planner Contractor to provide list of existing and former sponsors for the

past five years.

• Coordinated with the National President and prepared the VLS NTE

Sponsors/Exhibit Prospectus which provides four new sponsorship categories and one exhibit booth.

• Prepared cover email to announce VLS NTE for distribution along with the new Prospectus.

• Coordinated with Event Planner Contractor regarding status of the Legal Shield partnership and due

to little to no business since 2017 to remove from few.org Partnership webpage.

• Coordinated with FEW Webmaster to remove GEICO link and MOU from few.org designated

webpages.

Other Items:

Was scheduled to speak at Mid-Atlantic RTP in April, attended several FEW and Sponsors’ webinars and

did word of mouth advertisement about the benefits of the FEW organization whenever possible.

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EXHIBIT #43

Resolution

adopted by the National Board of Directors of

Federally Employed Women (FEW)

Honoring

CARMEN CHAVEZ-GHIMENTI

On Her Retirement

Whereas, Carmen Chavez – Ghimenti, Management and Program Analyst, Field Operations Management

Unit, Office of the Directorate of Intelligence retired on January 30, 2020, after fifteen years of outstanding and meritorious service to the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI), and

Whereas, Carmen held other prior positions as an Administrative Assistant and Writer within the agency,

and through diligent effort and dedication, advanced through the ranks to this present position, and

Whereas, Carmen also represented her division in a collateral duty as the Diversity and Inclusion

representative and was elected to the FBI Director’s Advisory Board for five two-year terms, and

Whereas, she received over thirty-five awards and commendations during her tenure with the FBI, and

Whereas, she has held various positions prior to work within the FBI, Executive Director of Westchester

Hispanic Coalition; Management and Program Analyst for New York State Department of State; teacher in US High Schools and in Paris and Madrid. In addition, Carmen also headed the US Girl Scouts in both France and Spain, and

Whereas, Carmen, in all her endeavors has reflected great credit upon the Federal Government and FEW as

its current VP of Congressional Relations: Therefore, be it:

Resolved, that we the Members of the Board, do extend in gratitude to Carmen Chavez – Ghimenti, for her

invaluable Federal Service and wish to extend our sincerest congratulations on her well-earned retirement, and our best wishes to her and her family for continued success, happiness, and good health in years to come.

Karen M. Rainey

National President

Federally Employed Women

“Soaring to New Heights” Working for the Advancement of Women in the Government

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EXHIBIT #44

Resolution

adopted by the National Board of Directors of

Federally Employed Women (FEW)

Honoring

MARCIA MCDANIELS

On Her Retirement

Whereas, Marcia McDaniels, retired on January 3, 2020, after forty years of outstanding and meritorious

service to the U.S. Army Tank and Automotive Command, in Warren MI, and

Whereas, Marcia held the position of Emergency Operations Center Specialist within the U. S. Army, and

through diligent effort and dedication, advanced through the ranks to this present position, and

Whereas, Marcia also represented her division in a collateral duty as training chair for Society of Logistics

Engineers and is an Army Acquisition Corps Member, and

Whereas, she attained prior to her career within the U.S. Army, an MBA with a concentration in Logistics

from Florida Institute of Technology, Level Three Certification in Life Cycle Logistics, and

Whereas, she has held various positions prior to her current work within FEW as a FEW Diamond Lifetime

Member (2015), Great Lakes Chapter and regional positions such as Great Lakes Regional Secretary, Newsletter Editor, Bylaws Chair, Public Relations Chair, Ways and Means offices; staff in several NTPs including Registrations/Programs Chair, Advertising/Marketing Chair, and Information Co-Chair, and

Whereas, she is a Distinguished Toastmaster and chaired the 2001 District 28 Regional Conference, and

Whereas, Marcia, in all her endeavors has reflected great credit upon the Federal Government and FEW as

its current Special Assistant - News and Views Editor, and

Whereas, Marcia’s future involves serving as FEW National Secretary, sewing masks with her sewing guild,

social media, genealogy, cosplay stitching and possibly RV traveling with Carl, her husband of 36 years. Therefore, be it:

Resolved, that we the Members of the Board, do extend in gratitude to Marcia McDaniels, for her invaluable

Federal Service and wish to extend our sincerest congratulations on her well-earned retirement, and our best wishes to her and her family for continued success, happiness, and good health in years to come.

Karen M. Rainey

National President


“Soaring to New Heights”

Working for the Advancement of Women in the Government

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EXHIBIT #45

RESOLUTION OF APPRECIATION

HONORING MS. KAYA LEWIS-BALTIMORE

2020 VIRTUAL LEADERSHIP SUMMIT CHAIR

Whereas, in special recognition of your distinguished service to the Federally Employed Women (FEW) organization, the National Board of Directors (NBOD) and its grassroot members, we wish to acknowledge Ms. Kaya Lewis-Baltimore, 2020 Virtual Leadership Summit (VLS) Chair; and,

Whereas, she has demonstrated loyalty and respect for our mission to end sex and gender discrimination, to encourage diversity for inclusion and equity in the workplace, and support for the advancement and professional growth of women in the federal service; and,

Whereas, her extraordinary efforts have established a benchmark of leadership and legacy for future VLS Chairs to follow; and,

Whereas, she has utilized her strategic, analytical and organizational skills to promote training to federal, state, military and civilian employees for their professional development and growth;

Now Therefore, Be It Resolved, that Federally Employed Women (FEW), on behalf of its members:

Express our sincere gratitude to Ms. Kaya Lewis-Baltimore, for your work as the 2020 Chair and the many years of service towards the advancement of women in the government.

Be It Further Resolved, that a copy of this resolution be presented to the 2020 VLS Chair, Kaya Lewis-Baltimore as a token of our respect and wishes for continued success in all her endeavors and hope for her continued health, happiness and prosperity.

Karen M. Rainey National President


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