CALENDAR of EVENTS April 25 Luncheon
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PUBLISHED BY EXECUTIVE WOMEN IN TEXAS GOVERNMENT APRIL 2007 April 25 Luncheon CALENDAR OF EVENTS Elizabeth Ames Jones, Railroad Commission Chair April 11 April Mini-Course Joelyn Weeks, Program Director Carver Branch Library, 1161 Angelina, at Noon. Speaker: Speaker: Joelyn Weeks. Topic: Problem Solving - Elizabeth Ames Jones will be the key- Tool, Skill and Process note speaker at the monthly EWTG For information and lunch option res- luncheon on April 25. Chairperson ervations, contact [email protected] or th Jones serves as the state’s 44 Rail- call 512.248.2044. road Commissioner and is the second woman elected to the post. April 12 Retirees Committee Meeting Bennigan’s, 7604 North IH 35 (just south of Hwy 183 Commission Chair Jones was elected on the west side of IH 35), at 5:15 pm. This monthly three times to the Texas House of meeting is open to any EWTG member who is retired Representatives before her 2005 ap- or who is interested in retirement issues. pointment to the Texas Railroad Com- mission. In November 2006, she was April 12 Dallas Affiliate Meeting elected to serve a six-year term at the The Dallas EWTG Affiliate meets on the second Railroad Commission. Thursday of each month at the A.W. Harris Faculty Club, 5323 Harry Hines Blvd, Dallas (214.688.2653). She also serves as the Railroad The regular meetings begin with an informal social at Commission’s representative to the 6:00 pm, followed by dinner and a business meeting Coastal Coordination Council (CCC), at 6:30 pm. The program begins at 7:00 pm. The the Coastal Land Advisory Board, and cost is $20 per person. If you would like to receive is a member of the Interstate Oil and the Dallas Affiliate monthly email program announce- Gas Compact Commission (IOGCC). ment, or to RSVP regarding your attendance, please Ms. Jones was appointed by the IOGCC to represent its interest in the Research call Chris McDaniel at 817.792.7259 or email: Partnership to Secure Energy for America (RPSEA). A non-profit corporation, [email protected]. RPSEA partners with energy-related entities and research organizations to help meet the nation’s need for hydrocarbon resources. Commission Chair Jones was April 12 Houston Affiliate Meeting also selected to receive the 2006 Public Official Award by the Texas Public Power The Houston EWTG Affiliate meets on the second Association (TPPA). Thursday of each month, Noon - 1:00 pm, in a con- ference room of the Elias Ramirez Building (5425 The recipient of many awards recognizing her work ethic in the Legislature, Polk St). The conference room location will vary, but Commission Chair Jones understands the importance of industries regulated by the information will be posted each month, directing par- Railroad Commission to our state’s economy and to our national security. She works ticipants to the proper room. This is a brown bag af- steadfastly to ensure the protection of our state’s natural resources, as well as foster fair, though beverages are provided. For information, the growth of a strong domestic energy industry. contact Rosa Wilks Broussard, Houston Affiliate Chair, at 713.748.2816 or email: A graduate of the University of Texas at Austin, Ms. Jones and her husband are the [email protected]. parents of two college-age children. April 25 April Luncheon The Railroad Commission of Texas was established in 1891 and has several regulatory Austin Woman’s Club, 708 San Antonio, at Noon. divisions that oversee the Texas oil and gas industry, natural gas utilities, pipeline safety, Speaker: Elizabeth Ames Jones, Railroad Commis- safety in the liquefied petroleum gas industry, and surface mining of coal. sion Chair. For information and reservations, contact [email protected] or call 512.248.2044. Make your reservations for the monthly luncheon by emailing [email protected] or calling 512.248.2044. EWTG luncheons are $20 and are held on the fourth Wednesday of each month at the Austin Woman’s Club, 708 San Antonio Street. EXECUTIVE WOMEN IN TEXAS GOVERNMENT IS A NON-PARTISAN ORGANIZATION THAT PROMOTES LEADERSHIP IN SERVICE TO TEXAS BY OFFERING PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT OPPORTUNITIES. 2007 DIRECTORS President’s Corner President: Connie Williams Get On Board! Health & Human Services Commission 512.206.5661 Connie Williams, President [email protected] As executive women, working in Texas government President-Elect: Susan Durso and in business, it is vital to ask one another and ourselves this question: How can we help meet the Texas Residential Construction challenges facing our state, now and in the future? Commission The issues and challenges in Texas today are more 512.627.3615 numerous, complex, and varied than ever before. [email protected] Rapid changes in recent years require specific com- petencies, in combination with professional expertise. Vice President: Carol Jackson Comptroller of Public Accounts One of EWTG’s Statements of Purpose – the reasons for EWTG’s existence – is 512.554.8908 “creating a vehicle for elected and appointed officials to recruit women for executive positions in Texas government and higher education.” There are some [email protected] positions that include seats on state boards and commissions that are designated by law or by rule for state employee appointments. In fact, board service is a Financial Officer: Clare Dyer significant opportunity for both advancing your career and working to provide Texas Legislative Council excellent service – and it is too often overlooked. 512.936.1012, ext. 1308 [email protected] Corporate governance reforms and pressure for more accountability are causing boards of all types to take new steps to transform their member composition and recruit new, independent directors. These boards are seeking highly qualified Secretary-Treasurer: Ardra Alexander individuals whose experience and skills will contribute to their organizations and Texas Workforce Commission companies; and they want the service of such members to be extremely effective. 512.463.2284 Boards, commissions and councils in state government, business and non-profit [email protected] organizations want members who possess relevant experience, knowledge, and leadership skills – combined with savvy interpersonal relations. Affiliates Director: Mary Castleberry Remember the popular television show, MacGyver? The fictitious character, Health & Human Services Commission MacGyver, was a resourceful secret agent who used science, critical thinking and 512.424.6530 wit, rather than violence, to solve practically any problem.The character’s ingenuity [email protected] for solving intricate problems and using only the tools at hand are what made him in- demand and an influence among parents, teachers, and critics alike. Communications Director: Marci Spivey Comptroller of Public Accounts How can you Get On Board and become the type of leader that is most in demand 512.475.3023 today? Identify your strengths and expertise and how these combine in a way that is unique to you. Then make sure that you are maximizing your core strengths and [email protected] continually building your professional expertise. When using your natural strengths and sharpest skills you are an asset to others. This is what it means to “be Membership Director: Shannon Franklin authentic” – and it’s really quite practical and even simple to do; when you ‘bring Texas Building & Procurement your best self to the table’ you bring value to any group you work with, including Commission boards. Get On Board with your authentic self! 512.463.9709 [email protected] EWTG is preparing its members to catch this train to a new destination– board service – and make meaningful contributions to our great state! Are you allowing yourself to take advantage of the ways that EWTG prepares you for this level of Program Director: Joelyn Weeks leadership? Have you thought about diversifying your range of knowledge and Department of Information Resources experience by attending the monthly luncheons, mini-courses, Executive Success 512.921.9600 Team meetings, educational events and our Annual Professional Development [email protected] Conference? Embracing these member benefit opportunities in EWTG keeps you current with trends and events that prepare you to become a state leader and Public Relations Director: achieve the competitive edge in your career. Wanda M. Thompson, PhD Another way that EWTG helps members to Get On Board is by serving as your source for Health and Human Services Commission information about related opportunities: The Texas Governor’s office has an Appointments 512.424.6511 Division that serves as a portal for information about and application to state boards. Their [email protected] website lists all of the state boards, commissions and councils with appointed members, has information on current and imminent vacancies, and provides a downloadable application form: Executive Director: Jennifer Royster http://www.governor.state.tx.us/divisions/appointments. There are also numerous corporate and non-profit board service opportunities throughout Texas. For information on Texas non- EWTG, PMB #263, 815-A Brazos Street profit organization boards, look at the website for the Texas Association of Nonprofit Austin, Texas 78701-9996 Organizations: http://www.tano.org. Catalyst, the research and advisory organization I refer- (ofc) 512.248.2044 enced in my article last month, has information specifically to support women interested in (fax) 512.248.2043 corporate board service: http://www.catalyst.org/services/cbs/womenseeking.shtml. Seek out [email protected] www.ewtg.org (continued on Page 3) Page 2 April 2007 (President’s Corner: continued) board management and other continuing education workshops and apply for an EWTG Scholarship: click on the menu to Forms and Documents on our website to download an application (www.ewtg.org). These resources for information, support and access can position you to take advantage of opportunities, serving as your ticket to Get On Board.