My year in review 2022-2023 as President Elect...
This year has presented me with an unexpected experience. Shadowing Penny and learning more about all things Austin Woman’s Club and Chateau Bellevue has represented a massive undertaking while also providing me with a wonderful experience.
This year I was able to attend all Board meetings and as many other committee meetings as possible. I have listened and watched carefully, and I have observed many things, some that ran smoothly and some not so smoothy. I have experienced the satisfaction of our staff performing flawlessly at times and unfortunately, experienced moments when staff members did not execute their job functions effectively.
When the 2022-2023 AWC year began, I started to formulate some of what my own goals would be when it was my time to step into the President role. As the year has trekked on, that list of goals has grown and shifted significantly. One of those goals included working on “cross pollination” opportunities between other groups within Austin, most notably, female led, like The Junior League of Austin, Women’s Symphony League and other established groups. I would like to collaboratively find ways to make sure the members of those groups are aware of AWC and really get them excited to join the club. Another substantial goal is to drastically increase our presence on social media to attract new demographics of Austin women. At present, my priority, is to work diligently with staff and other members of the Board to get events on our books, so that we may continue to operate, first and foremost. I will need the efforts of the entire club and Board, in order to successfully accomplish these goals, while focusing on our digital media strategy, new memberships and of course, assisting with the current members.
While I know that we have a big year ahead of us, I want to extend my sincerest thanks and gratitude to every single member for your support as I take on this role. You have my unwavering commitment to lead this organization with compassion, kindness and integrity. I adore this building and our membership, and I am so honored that the Board and our members have put their trust in me to lead the Austin Woman’s Club for the next two years.
Have a wonderful summer!
Sara Jane Cantwell, 2022-2023 President Elect
Must have served a minimum of two (2) years on the Board of Directors.
Shall have a thorough knowledge of the Bylaws and Standing Rules.
Shall be responsible for implementing all additions and changes to the Bylaws.
1) The subject matter for programs shall be:
2) If a Program Sub-Committee desires to schedule a program on a date that is not during her assigned week, she must have prior approval of the Program Coordinating Committee Chair.
3) The Club shall not pay speaker or entertainer fees for regular programs. For special functions, required fees shall be covered by the event charge and shall have prior Board approval.
4)No more than four (4) individual guests who contribute to the program will receive
complimentary lunches.
Report to and work with the Treasurer.
Preserve the historical papers of the Austin Woman’s Club
Keep a record of deaths of members and memorials and send letters
of sympathy to Club members
Receive and record luncheon attendance and payments
Send get well wishes to Club members
Make 4th and 7th graders who are taking history aware of the part our
club has played in Texas history
Keep members’ name tags current, in order and available at meetings
Compile and publish bimonthly newsletter
Acquaint new members with the Club’s general rules and opportunities for involvement
Keep updated list of other clubs with which we have courtesy privileges
Act as a guide for tours of the Chateau
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