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WHEREAS, the Greater Pittsburgh Chapter of the National Association of Women Business Owners represents the interests of women in all types of businesses, sharing mutual experiences, exchanging information, developing business skills and propelling women entrepreneurs into economic, social and political spheres of power; and,
WHEREAS, NAWBO recognizes the impact that service organizations make toward our region and will honor 30 men and women whose commitment to their organization exemplifies that vision and recognizes the connection between volunteerism and the economic stability of our region; and,
WHEREAS, NAWBO will host the 2009 ANNUAL MAKE THE CONNECTION AWARDS GALA on Wednesday, April 22, 2009, to honor and recognize the commitment and dedication of these men and women at the Sheraton Station Square:
Saroj Bahl Mia Hallett Bernard Kathy Brophy
Sanna Carapellotti Carol Carmichael Brian Chapron
Roger Costello Flo Crompton Harriet Ellenberger
Clifford L. Fair Jennifer Fandray MaryJo Hess
Mimi Jong Angela Kinney Carla Andrea C. Leninger
Marilyn Lynch Cheryl L. McNamara Mary Lee Naccarato
Christina Royster Roy Ruzika Anne Flynn Schlicht
Jacqueline Smith Sharon Standish Dorothy M. Tyler
Lisa Wagner Alice Wilson Nancy Wintner
Diane Yee Stephen A. Zappala, Jr. Vicky L Gromley Schoedel
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THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Council of the City of Pittsburgh does hereby recognize the important work of the Pittsburgh Chapter of the National Association of Women Business Owners; and
NOW THEREFORE BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Council of the City of Pittsburgh does hereby declare April 22, 2009, "MAKE THE CONNECTION DAY", in the City of Pittsburgh.