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Hello WTS Members and Friends,
It’s the end of March, which means it is now officially Spring!! Oh, Happy Spring! I don’t know about you, but this time of year always brings a renewed energy for me. If you feel the same way, and you are looking for ways to get more involved in WTS, our Programs Committee could really use your help. If you are passionate about helping to bring exciting programs, topics and speakers to others in our industry, please reach out to Yvette Bayer at programs@wtsgreaterdfw.com.
In March, we celebrate Women’s History Month. At WTS, our theme this year is “Celebrating the Women Who Tell Our Stories.” I’ve learned throughout my career that there are so many more aspects to transportation than just the technical stuff. As an engineer, I do love the technical stuff, but I know that those who work in marketing, communications, and public involvement play a vital role in telling the story of transportation and how we’re working to make our world safer, more accessible and more equitable. To those of you who spend your days “telling the story,” your job is not always easy, but it is definitely recognized and appreciated. Thank you for all you do.
We are still in the midst of our 2023 Corporate Partner Renewal Campaign. If you haven’t yet renewed your membership, now is the time! Corporate Partnership comes with so many added perks that you will want to take advantage of. If you are not yet a Corporate Partner, and you are interested in learning more, please reach out to Madeline Shepherd or Jennifer Evans at membership@wtsgreaterdfw.com. If you’re interested in joining WTS as an individual member, you can receive 15 months of membership for the price of 12 if you join by March 31.
We are just 4 short weeks away from our Annual Awards Banquet. We plan to celebrate “Under the Stars” at Great Wolf Lodge on April 21. Don’t forget to secure your spot now. If you’re interested in donating an item to our raffle, which raises money to support our foundation and monthly programs, please reach out to Gwen Jurisich at Gwen.Jurisich@hdrinc.com or Lani Marshall at ylmarshall@bec-inc.com. Save the date for our Spring Professional Development Event with guest speaker Teri Fisher of Insight Strategies on April 27 at NCTCOG. Registration is also now open for the 2023 WTS International Conference – The Great Intersection, held May 10-12 in Atlanta, GA.
There are so many exciting events happening during the next few months. Check your email or reach out to anyone on our Leadership Team for more information. I hope to see all of you at one (or all) of these events. Until then, remember to stay safe, take care of yourself and respect each other. And don’t forget to follow us on Facebook, Twitter and LinkedIn.
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