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OFFICERS AND DIRECTORS

PRESIDENT Connie Ross – 270-2235 Marmon Mok Architecture VICE PRESIDENT Vicki Chapman – 321-7535 SWBC SECRETARY Melissa Pina – 353-4480 CPS Energy TREASURER Valerie Manns – 545-0008 Project Control SERGEANT-AT-ARMS Debbie Saldana – 938-8382 H-E-B MEMBERSHIP DIRECTOR Lori Reed – 828-8191 Quadrangle Press, Inc. PROGRAM DIRECTOR Jackie Gordon – 246-9632 YMCA of Greater San Antonio PUBLICATION /COMMUNICATIONS DIRECTOR Rosie Perez – 737-0777 Conceptual MindWorks, Inc. WAYS & MEANS Cynthia Rangel – 345-2450 San Antonio Employers’ Health Alliance DIRECTOR-AT-LARGE Leticia Villarreal – 475-6900 Silver Eagle Distributors, L.P.

Have any announcements or notices you’d like in the PULSE? Email them to rperez@teamcmi.com

San Antonio Chapter September 2008 Chartered in 1958

General Membership Meeting Thursday, September 11, 2008 La Quinta Inn & Conference Center

4431 Horizon Hill San Antonio, TX 78229

(Medical Dr. exit off I-10/located in-between Medical Dr. & Callaghan on the eastbound side of I-10)

(210) 525-8090

5:30 – 6:00 PM Hospitality & Registration 6:00 – 6:10 PM Presentation of Colors & Pledge of

Allegiance 6:10 – 6:15 PM National Anthem, sung by Carol Berkovich 6:15 – 6:30 PM Welcome / Chapter Business 6:30 – 7:15 PM Invocation & Dinner 7:15 – 7:45 PM Speaker, Rear Admiral John W. Townes, III 7:45 – 8:00 PM Door Prizes & Adjournment

IINNSSIIDDEE TTHHIISS IISSSSUUEE Officers/September Meeting Cover President’s Message 2 Dates To Remember 2 Mission Statement 2 New Members 3-4 In Our Thoughts & Prayers 4 August Meeting Photos 5-6 Committee News 7-8 News Reels 8-9 Year At A Glance 10 San Antonio Chapter Board Recap 11

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PRESIDENT’S MESSAGE

Have you been in the San Antonio airport and

seen men and women dressed in battle fatigues, returning from a tour of duty in Iraq or Afghanistan? If so, you have probably witnessed sounds of cheers, enthusiastic clapping, and greeting signs welcoming them home. I recently flew to Dallas on American Airlines and, prior to take-off, the pilot made an announcement that there were service men and women on our flight. He continued to express his thanks and gratitude for their sacrifice and service, which was

followed by clapping from everyone on board. These types of things always give me a lump in my throat and a swelling pride that wants to burst right out of my chest!

Patriotism is a wonderful feeling of love and loyalty for our country and its values. I was lucky enough to learn these values from my dad, who as a young man was honored to serve in the United States Coast Guard. By example, my dad taught me the importance of becoming a citizen of character, courage, and integrity, and what it means to be free.

As a young girl, I watched and learned as my dad stood respectfully, with hand over heart, when the national anthem was sung or played. I watched and learned as he read the newspaper each day to stay informed about what was happening in our community, the state, the nation and the world. Dad has probably watched every WWII movie or documentary ever made, and many of these we watched together. Through this bonding time he taught me the historical significance of why these men were fighting for freedom and democracy. As I grew older, my dad talked to me about the privilege of becoming an informed citizen and voting in an election. He also encouraged me to make my opinions known to my elected leaders. I respect my dad, and appreciate the beliefs he instilled in me regarding our country and our duties as responsible citizens. To this day, he continues to serve as my patriotic role model.

I share this story with you because our September 11th meeting will be a very special celebration honoring our military, American patriotism, and good citizenship. This is a meeting I have been looking forward to all year. We are fortunate to have Rear Admiral John W. Townes, III, U.S. Navy (retired), speak to us on "Patriotism and Service – the next Greatest Generation.” Our philanthropy committee has also invited soldiers from Ft. Sam, along with their spouses, as our guests; providing your firm an opportunity to be a good corporate citizen by sponsoring a meal for one of our military guests.

Also on the agenda for September is a brief business meeting for the election of the 2008-2009 Chapter Board of Directors. The slate of officers supporting incoming President, Vicki Chapman (SWBC), is: Vice President, Letty Villarreal (Silver Eagle Distributors, LP); Secretary, Diane Solarczyk (Bitterblue, Inc.); Treasurer, Valerie Manns (Project Control); Sergeant-at-Arms, Patty Wilkins (SSFCU); Membership Director, Debbie Saldana (HEB); Program Director, Damita Pape (University of the Incarnate Word); Publication Director, Aida Belmares (St. Mary’s University); Ways & Means Director, Cynthia Rangel (San Antonio Employers’ Health Alliance); and Director-at-Large, Monica Garza (Batchelor Cadillac Saab Hummer). The installation of this Board will take place at the October 16th meeting. The 2007-08 Board year is winding down, and we are going out with a patriotic bang! I hope you will join the Board in this exciting tribute to our red, white and blue, on September 11, 2008 at the La Quinta Inn & Suites Conference Center. It will be a great time to make a patriotic connection and learn how to be a better citizen in our community.

Serving the EWI San Antonio Chapter Connie Ross, President

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Installation DoubleTree Hotel 37 NE Loop 410

San Antonio, TX 78216

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Tuesday, Nov. 25 th SWBC

EWI® MISSION AND VISION

MISSION

Executive Women International® brings

Together key individuals from diverse

Businesses for the purpose of:

� Promoting member firms

� Enhancing personal and

professional development

� Encouraging community

Involvement

VISION

To be the lead in connection for

business professionals.

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NEW MEMBERS

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As announced at the August membership meeting, Joyce Stuart broke her ankle and was scheduled for surgery the day after our meeting. She underwent the surgery Friday, August 22nd and now has a plate and five pins in her ankle. I’m sure she would enjoy your cards, well wishes and/or visits. Her address and phone number are:

Joyce Stuart

8038 Broadway, Unit 210H San Antonio 78209 Home: 822-1103 Cell: 382-1457

NEW MEMBERS (continued)

IN OUR THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS

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AUGUST MEETING PHOTOS by Aida Belmares

Shelly Miller of Dependable Express with guest ASIST judge Professor Julius Gordon

Cece Abel, Sonia Brown, Carole Lanham, all of KCI

Sustaining Members Jelane Lodek, and Leona Pappas

Historian Aida Belmares of St. Mary’s University, President Connie Ross of Marmon Mok Architecture, Ways and Means Director

Cynthia Rangel of San Antonio Employers’ Health Alliance

Linda Villarreal-Gonzalez of Southwest Business Corporation

50th Anniversary co-chair Jimme Joffe of McMarr Properties, Inc., President Connie Ross of Marmon Mok Architecture, 50th Anniversary co-chair Kathy Beaman,

Communication/Publication Director Rosie Perez, Ways and Means Director Cynthia Rangel of San Antonio Employers’ Health Alliance

Kathe Olson of Fresh Horizons

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AUGUST MEETING PHOTOS (continued)

Director-At-Large Leticia Villlarreal with ASIST scholarship recipient Lisa Lopez ASIST Scholarship recipient

Amber Arausa with son Alejandro

ASIST scholarship recipient Flavia Sweeps

ASIST scholarship recipient Paula Ortiz

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COMMITTEE NEWS

Committee Recognition Awards Committee Representative Name Representative Firm Awarded by:

50th Anniversary Denise Blackmer Denise Cross

Bank of America Arthur Pfeil Smart Flowers

Kathy Beaman & Jimmie Joffe

ASIST Joyce Carothers Sustaining Member Denise Blackmer EWISP Linda Villarreal-Gonzales SWBC Clara Ernst

Hospitality Christine Olivares Kathe Olson

Porter Loring Mortuaries Fresh Horizons Catering

Diane Solarczyk

Philanthropy Barbara Stevens SA Stock Show & Rodeo Linda Buck Program Debbie Lazarine YMCA of Greater SA Jackie Gordon Publication Elizabeth Perez CPS Energy Rosie Perez Membership Bobbi Lutz Graves Interests Ltd. Lori Reed Membership Retention Molly Schmidt HEB Cecy Bellacetin-O’Keefe Ways & Means Cindy Vyvlecka Koontz-McCombs Cynthia Rangel “Top 12” Chapter Awards Award Title Representative Name Firm Name Rookie of the Year Award

Aida Belmares Cynthia Rangel

St. Mary’s University SA Employers’ Health Alliance

The All American Award Denise Blackmer Bank of America Jerry McGuire Award Linda Buck Herff Travel Welcome Wagon Award Jacqueline Contreras DoubleTree Hotel Helping Hand Award Kelly Hidalgo Ernst & Young Best Information Highway Award Valerie Manns Project Control The Teddy Roosevelt “CHARGE” Award Cece Bellacetin-O’Keefe Montdani International LLC The Ethel Mertz Award Jimmie Joffe McMarr Properties Words of Wisdom Award Barbara Johnson Sustaining Member The 2008 Spirit Award Monica Garza Batchelor Cadillac SAAB Hummer Top Gun Award Joyce Stuart Nix Health Care System MVP Award Kathy Beaman Julian Gold

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COMMITTEE NEWS – EWISP

NEWS REELS

LEADERSHIP SAN ANTONIO CLASS 34 ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS Leadership San Antonio (LSA) is a selective year-long program designed to provide existing and emerging leaders exposure to the nature and inner workings of San Antonio. The program is jointly sponsored by the Greater San Antonio Chamber of Commerce and the San Antonio Hispanic Chamber of Commerce. Applications for the 2009 class are available at www.sachamber.org or www.sahcc.org and are being accepted through October 1, 2008. Since 1975, LSA has sought and identified participants dedicated to serving their community. Applicants must show a sincere commitment, be motivated and interested in the community and have the desire to increase their service to the San Antonio area in key leadership positions. Over 1,000 San Antonians have completed LSA. Graduates include Secretary of State Hope Andrade, Congressman Charlie Gonzalez, Judge Nelson Wolff, Frost Bank CEO Dick Evans and many other prominent business and community leaders. Over thirty years after its formation, LSA’s primary goal continues to focus on a strong commitment to community service. LSA Class 34 will begin in January 2009. For information visit www.sachamber.org or contact Theresa Spiess, Leadership San Antonio Coordinator for The Greater San Antonio Chamber of Commerce at (210) 229-2160 or lsa@sachamber.org.

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NEWS REELS (continued)

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YEAR AT A GLANCE To help you with your executive’s calendar and your own, we are including the dates of the General Membership meetings

(with topics and locations if available), the conferences scheduled for 2007-2008 (including the annual meeting) and the

Board of Directors meetings.

General Membership Meetings

2008

Thursday, January 17 The Petroleum Club of San Antonio Balcones Wilcox Room 8620 North New Braunfels Avenue

Thursday, February 21 50th Anniversary Celebration Oak Hills Country Club 5403 Fredericksburg Road

Thursday, March 20 Alamo Café 14250 Hwy 281

Thursday, April 17 Firm Night Batchelor Cadillac Saab Hummer 11001 IH-10 West @ Huebner

Thursday, May 15 EWISP Banquet/Executive Night DoubleTree Hotel 37 NE Loop 410 @ McCullough

Thursday, June 19 Business Etiquette and LCAM Award Drawings Petroleum Club

Thursday, July 17 Non-Meeting Fundraiser .

Thursday, August 21 La Margarita 120 Produce Row San Antonio, TX 78207 Second Thursday, September 11 La Quinta Inn & Suites 4431 Horizon Hill Blvd San Antonio, TX 78229

Thursday, October 16 2008-2009 Board Installation DoubleTree Hotel 37 NE Loop 410 San Antonio, TX 78216

Board Meetings

The Board meets at Marmon Mok Architects, 700 N. St. Mary’s Ste. 1600 unless otherwise stated.

Tuesday, January 22 Tuesday, February 26

Tuesday, March 25

Tuesday, April 22 Third Tuesday, May 20

Tuesday, June 24 Tuesday, July 22 Tuesday, August 26

Friday, September 26 Aldaco’s at Stone Oak October Board Retreat Ye Kendall Inn Boerne, Texas Oct. 17-18

Conferences/Special Events Additional Traveling Modules Dates will be included as announced.

May 1-3, 2008 Spring Leadership Conference Chicago, IL

August 1-2, 2008 TEXOMA in Dallas, Texas

September 18-20, 2008 2008 Leadership Conference & Annual Meeting Palm Springs, CA

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