January 2018 News from WTS Greater D/FW Chapter

CONNECT WITH US!

January 2018 Newsletter

WORD FROM THE PRESIDENT

Hello Fellow and Future WTS Colleagues,

As I begin a term as president of the Greater D/FW Chapter of WTS, my first order of newsletter business is to thank outgoing President Belinda Pate and the Chapter Board of Directors for making our Chapter productive and fun. I look forward to working with all of you to sustain and enhance that success.

I thought the second order of newsletter business should be to give you an idea about where I fit in the transportation industry. I currently serve as the Public Information and Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) Manager for Pegasus Link Constructors, LLC. In this role, I administer the federal subcontracting/Disadvantaged Business Enterprise program and oversee and manage the marketing and public information efforts for the Southern Gateway Project, and more notable, what is known as the Horseshoe Project in downtown Dallas. I have been involved with program management, workforce development and community relations for 15 years, and I have worked in highway construction and the transportation industry for the past 10 years. I have been a member of WTS for 7 years, and have served in various capacities on committees and the board.

But enough about me and before I become the president who couldn't end a newsletter column...

I am excitedly looking forward to a great WTS year. There are so many wonderful ways to be involved in our efforts to mentor students, create opportunities and provide fabulous networking opportunities. I'll be talking more about that in future editions.

Until then...

Adrienne Williams

President, WTS Greater D/FW Chapter

JANUARY PROGRAM

MEET TOYOTA EVENT: January 19, 2018

There's a new campus in town and the Greater D/FW WTS Chapter got to see it on Friday, January 19th.

Toyota was a fabulous host for our monthly program. We learned what it takes to move 4,000 people from various office locations including California to Texas in a company effort to consolidate facilities and foster better communications between three of Toyota's divisions -- manufacturing, sales and financing.

Our presenter and tour guide was a delight and entertained us as he told us Toyota's story and took us on a tour of the new campus.

And what a campus it is! Several restaurants, an exercise facility complete with rock climbing wall, and a health center where you can receive medical attention are a part of the campus. Rooms that would hold 25 people, 50 people and more, small phone or huddle rooms, casual seating clusters to allow team meetings, and social media pods are among the more than 500 meeting spaces they have on the grounds. The architecture allows for natural light in every space on the campus, and large monitors are available for wayfinding. And, throughout the campus, there are displays -- big and small -- promoting Toyota's sponsorship of the Olympics.

UPCOMING EVENTS

CI Summit 2018

2018 WTS Annual Conference in San Diego

WTS International is hosting its 2018 annual conference, "Driving the Waves of Change," in San Diego, California, May 16-18, 2018! REGISTRATION FOR THE 2018 ANNUAL WTS CONFERENCE WILL OPEN SOON!

#WTSconference

JOB BANK

Marketing and PR Specialists

Looking for your next opportunity or a new addition to your team? Check our the Greater D/FW Chapter's Job Bank at www.wtsinternational.org/greaterdallas/job-postings/

SEEKING VOLUNTEERS

Interested in getting more involved with our Chapter and network quicker with WTS members and leaders? We are looking for new talent to help in the following areas:

Mentoring Program
Programs Committee
Awards Recognition Committee
Communications Committee

Send an e-mail to: [email protected] which committee you wish to serve in.

WTS MEMBERSHIP BENEFITS & RATES - 2018

WTS fosters interaction among members of the transportation industry, on both professional and personal levels, and is dedicated to furthering the advancement of women in transportation. Through sponsorship, corporations have ready access to a wealth of transportation expertise, contact with industry professionals, agencies, and other corporations nationwide. Corporate Partnership fees are divided between the local chapter WTS Scholarship Fund and the chapter operating budget.

With your support, the Greater D/FW Chapter of WTS can continue providing informative luncheon programs, recognition of local transportation leaders, scholarships for women pursuing a career in transportation, and professional development programs.

CONTRIBUTION LEVELS AND BENEFITS

TITANIUM - $ $2500+$180 per additional member (over 5)

Includes Items below for 5 (plus) members and

Unlimited Corporate Staff Attendance to local events at Member Rates

PLATINUM - $2000

Includes items below for 4 members and a

One (1) time article in chapter newsletter (and listing in all chapter newsletters)

GOLD - $1500

Includes items below for 3 members and a

One (1) opportunity to participate in a monthly luncheon meeting as the Corporate Spotlight

SILVER - $1000

Includes items below for 2 members

BRONZE - $750

Recognition in Chapter Newsletter and at Events
Chapter Membership Directory
One (1) individual membership to the local chapter (includes national membership)
Certificate of Appreciation awarded at the annual banquet
One (1) ticket to the Annual Awards Event
Special Reception for Corporate Partners
Free Job Postings on WTS Website