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MISSION STATEMENT

WISE is the leading voice and resource for women in the sports and events industry. Our unique vision empowers WISE to celebrate and connect emerging and established women leaders, to promote one another in career growth and continue to change the face of our industry.

WISE Works because we:

Provide valuable career resources and growth tools
Connect members to the most influential leaders through WISE programs and at events
Track and report industry trends that impact our members
Promote the growth of women in the business through a network of chapters and partnerships across the nation
Celebrate the accomplishments of industry leaders

Our goal is to have WISE represented in one voice. Attached you'll find two documents (Welcome letter and Membership Expiration Notice) that we would like all chapters to use when communicating to members. Please forward to your chapter membership person to incorporate the communication effective immediately. Please let me know if you have any questions or need additional information.

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WISE PRESENTS ANNUAL WOMEN OF THE YEAR AWARDS TO

CARTER, MCCOURT, PARKES

By John Ourand, Staff Writer

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WISE Presents Annual Women Of The Year Awards To Female Sports Execs

Dodgers CEO Jamie McCourt, MLB Senior VP & CMO Jacqueline Parkes and MLS Exec VP Kathryn Carter were honored as Women of the Year at the annual Women in Sports and Events (WISE) luncheon in N.Y. MLB HOFer Tommy Lasorda introduced McCourt, praising the exec for her stewardship over the franchise. "When the McCourts took over the Dodgers, it wasn't easy," he said. "In the five years that I've known her, I've gained a family."

McCourt referenced Jackie Robinson during her remarks, saying that she tries to follow his example in the business world.

"Making a difference -- that's what baseball's all about; that's what sports are all about."

MLB President & COO Bob DuPuy introduced Parkes, calling her one of the most influential execs in all of sports. Parkes, whose dad was the Mets' team doctor, said she grew up in baseball and credited her parents with jump-starting her career. "We couldn't use the word 'can't' in our house growing up," she said.

MLS Commissioner Don Garber introduced Carter, calling her "probably the most respected sales and marketing executive in all of soccer." Carter, a former G for William & Mary, said she has brought that on-field competitiveness to the business world. "You've got to be a little bit nuts and competitive," she said. "You've got to hate to lose. ... It's OK to be a woman and be different. We have different views. We have a different voice."

For more updates from the WISE luncheon, see the SBD/SBJ Twitter page.

15th annual National WISE Women of the Year -
Call for Nominations

Each year, our signature event recognizes three extraordinary women whose professional contributions to the business of sports and events have been exemplary.

The National WISE Board of Directors invites you, our members, to take part in the nomination process by recommending candidates for the 2009 ballot. In submitting your suggestion(s), pleas e include the candidate's name, affiliation and title. The National WISE Board will review all submissions for possible inclusion on the ballot. A vote by the WISE membership will determine the final three winners.

2008 WISE Women of the Year
Pictured left to right: Sue Rodin, founder & president of WISE;
Tracy Wolfson, event emcee, CBS Sports; the three honorees --
Pam Oliver, reporter, NFL on Fox;
Rita Benson LeBlanc, Owner and Executive Vice President, New Orleans Saints;
and Molly Solomon, Coordinating Producer , NBC Olympics.

The 15th Anniversary WISE Women of the Year Awards Luncheon will be held on Wednesday, May 27, 2009, at the Marriott Marquis Hotel in New York City.

The WISE Women of the Year Award is a prestigious honor that recognizes three extraordinary women who have made a significant impact on the business of sports and events. The 2009 nominees, along with their profiles, are posted on the WISE website at www.WISEworks.org.

The deadline for voting is 5:00 PM (ET), Tuesday, January 27, 2009.

The WISE Board of Directors has reviewed all nominees and has recommended these candidates while considering the following criteria:

women who are visible leaders and continue to be an influential voice for women in the industry;
women who have broken down barriers, helped create connections and new opportunities for other women;
women who exemplify professional excellence, and are role models for others.

Go to www.WISEworks.org NOW to cast your ballot.

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PROGRAM INFORMATION

WISE Within is a program connecting a group of selected mentors and mentees from the WISE membership in a structured initiative to provide career resource connections. The program is a natural extension of WISE’s mission and is designed to reflect the essence of WISE — to offer guidance and career support for the growth of women moving into executive positions in the sports and events industry.

If you are one of those trailblazers who’s been there and seen it in our industry, we welcome your participation as a mentor. If you are at a crossroads in your career and ready to move to that next level, look at expanding your resource base as a mentee.

Following the successful run of the New York WISE Within program, we are expanding to Atlanta, Chicago, Cleveland, Los Angeles, San Francisco and Washington D.C.

Attendees participated in a one-on-one session with their mentor/mentee and an interactive group networking session. Special thanks to The Intercontinental Hotel and Women at the Top of Their Game for providing the venue for the kick-off event.

Here are the WISE SF Mentee/Mentor Match-ups:

Ilisa Kessler with Mentor Paulette Goodrich

Mary Rudkin with Mentor Beth Schnitzer

Lindsey Schedeler with Mentor Carol Batte

Tina Unterlaender with Mentor Sharon Shapiro

Managing Through Challenging Times:
"How to Survive and Thrive During an Economic Downturn”

Networking Reception & Panel Discussion
Tuesday, March 31, 2009 6 PM at the Palace Hotel, French Parlor Room

Event Panel

Moderator and Panelists(left to right): Keir Beadling, Bridget Cunningham, Patty Hubbard, Holly Olstein Bernabe, Marc Reeves

Beth Schnitzer, WISE Board Member, President, Sponsorship Chair

            Preparing for Beijing

       Networking & Panel Discussion

                 Monday, July 21, 2008

          Westin, Market Street, San Francisco

Panelists:

Moderator: Anne Cribbs - President, Anne Cribbs & Company

Greg Massialas – Coach, USA Olympic Fencing

Joyce Millet – President and Founder, Cultural Savvy

Melissa DeLuca – Director, Promotions and Marketing Services, 24 Hour Fitness

David Perry – President, David Perry and Associates, Director Media and PR relations, 2008 San Francisco Torch Relay