The Women's Industry Network (WIN) has named its 2022-23 leadership officers and board of directors. The WIN board of directors consists of representatives from numerous industry segments including collision repair organizations, distributors, suppliers, consultants, paint manufacturers, insurance companies, and others.
By making policy decisions that execute on the WIN vision and mission, the board of directors works to ensure the growth, and viability of the organization by setting overall strategic direction and executing its signature programs and key initiatives.
"The diverse experience, skill and talent brought by these industry professionals will keep WIN thriving, focused and on track with our mission," said Tanya Sweetland, WIN 2022-23 chair. "I am looking forward to serving the WIN organization with this dynamic team of leaders as we head into our next strategic planning session."
The 2022-23 WIN officers and Executive Committee include Chair Tanya Sweetland, of OEC; Vice Chair Susie Frausto, of Boyd Group/Gerber Collision & Glass; Immediate Past Chair Jenny Anderson, of Entegral, powered by Enterprise; Treasurer Kathy Coffey, of AkzoNobel Coatings; Admin. Vice Chair Liz Stein, of OEC; and Secretary Laura Kottschade, of Jerry's ABRA Auto Body & Glass.
New Board Members for 2022-23 include Hannah Whitesides, of Maaco (Driven Brands); Holly Whitley, of Gerber Collision & Glass; and Blair Womble, of Caliber Collision.
Continuing their service on the Board in 2022-2023 are Janette Andrade, of Consolidated Dealers Co-Operative, Inc.; Kristle Bollans, of Hertz; Jeanne Esquivel, of Entegral, powered by Enterprise; Trista Anger, of BASF; Kimberly Frasher, of Axiom Accident & Hail Repair; and Kathy Mello, of TGIF Body Shop, Inc.
WINConnect program expands in second year
Designed to increase networking and career building opportunities among its members, the WINConnect program is one of the key initiatives for WIN in the 2022-23 year. WINConnect is available exclusively to WIN members interested in expanding their professional capabilities and knowledge. Participants of the WINConnect program will gather virtually in monthly cohort sessions where they will be able to network and learn throughout the year. Sessions will include a mix of small group check-ins along with professional and career development sessions led by coaching experts.
"This initiative will enable WIN members to connect regularly, share experiences and further develop industry talent," said Susie Frausto, WIN vice-chair. "Working with professional business coaches is important for women who are looking to excel in the collision repair industry."
The second chapter of the WINConnect program will run from July 2022 to May 2023 with its carefully selected cohorts meeting every other month.
WIN is making a strategic investment to fund much of program's facilitation expenses, though there is a small financial commitment ($100) that is in addition to the WIN membership fee. Accommodations are available for WIN members in need of additional financial assistance.
In brief, the WINConnect initiative will further service WIN members by:
• Making consistent and meaningful connections among women in the industry
• Sharing experiences and learning from others in an authentic, confidential environment
• Building key business skills and acumen applicable across industry segment and experience level
• Developing and strengthening a professional support network
All current WIN members are eligible and encouraged to participate. Click here to sign up for WINConnect.
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