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Tell Us What You Think
Welcome to the second issue of Step Into Our Shoes, a newsletter focused on the people, programs and activities of BPW/St. Petersburg-Pinellas! (Click here to read the first issue)
Since 1966, our local organization (LO) has worked diligently to be the equity champion for all women in the workplace. In 2014, we continue to carry out BPW's mission through programming, events and activities that address our personal, professional and political pillars.
Building on this year's "Be Relevant" theme, we want to know what our members think. By completing the BPW Member Survey, you will help us deliver BPW offerings in the way you want to receive them. The results will become a vital tool in helping BPW remain relevant to our members.
You can take the survey in one of two ways:
Thank you in advance for taking the time to help us discover what matters to you!
In solidarity,
 
Alizza Punzalan-Randle
2014-15 President
BPW/St. Petersburg-Pinellas
Member since 2002
Contact me
Community Engagement Manager
All Children's Hospital Johns Hopkins Medicine
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Upcoming Speakers
Our general membership luncheon meetings feature topical speakers and programs that meet the personal, professional and political pillars of BPW. Reservations are required.
"Why It Still Matters: LGBT Issues in the Workplace"
Thursday, June 5, 2014
11:30 a.m., Networking; 12-1 p.m., Meeting & Lunch
Lara Shelton, President, L5 Express
 This spring, the Florida Businesses for a Competitive Workforce coalition pushed for passage of the Florida Competitive Workforce Act which would add anti-discrimination protection based on sexual orientation and gender identity or expression to state laws. Unfortunately, the bi-partisan supported measure died in both chambers without a hearing for the seventh straight year. In honor of LGBT Pride month, small business owner Lara Shelton will share her perspective on the traditional business community's support of LGBTQ-owned businesses and/or their LGBTQ employees.
"St. Petersburg Then and Now"
Thursday, June 19, 2014
11:30 a.m., Networking; 12-1 p.m., Meeting & Lunch
Monica Kile, Executive Director, St. Petersburg Preservation
Have you ever wondered about the history of the green benches in Williams Park? Do you know how the May and October Music & Movies in the Park got started? Do you know why St. Pete Preservation exists? Monica Kile, former board member and current executive director of St. Pete Preservation, will give us the answers.
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BPW/Florida State Conference
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BPW/FL State Conference, June 27-29, 2014
Be 1 of 5 to Get $40 Discount!
BPW/Florida President Christy Crump and her team have planned a conference at DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel at SeaWorld chock-full of motivation, recognition, learning opportunities, connections, fellowship and fun! Total conference fees range from $90-$200. To help offset costs, BPW/St. Petersburg-Pinellas will reimburse the $40 registration fee for the first five members who can confirm their attendance.Register and respond to this offer to be one of the five by June 2nd.
Proposed bylaws amendments will be considered by the voting body. Members in good standing at the time of the business meeting on Saturday, June 28, 2014, will be permitted to vote. Click here for the Proposed Bylaws Amendments.
The Conference also offers sponsorship and exhibitor opportunities. Click here to learn how you can participate.
Contact Alizza Punzalan-Randle about these other ways to participate in State Conference:
- Contribute an item to the BPW/St. Petersburg-Pinellas silent auction basket.
- Be part of our local organization's video that will be submitted for the BPW/FL YouTube Video Contest.
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Pictured L-R: Diane Dewey, Gretta Paige Bellas, Cynthia Starks Jenkins, Catie Matthey and Jerri Evans
Black Women Equal Pay Day Event
Florida ranks 35th in the nation for the lowest pay for Black women. To observe the fact that a Black woman working full-time year round typically makes on average only 64.5 cents for every dollar a white man earns, past BPW/St. Petersburg-Pinellas president Cynthia Jenkins co-coordinated the Inaugural Black Women Equal Pay Coalition social held at The Manhattan Casino on May 12. Look for the second annual event in 2015!
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WeWill Tampa Bay
On May 16, BPW members Nikki Gaskin Capehart, Alizza Punzalan-Randle and Jerri Evans participated in WeWill Tampa Bay, a non-partisan political symposium focused on building alliances across party lines to empower women to achieve success in the legislative process and leadership. Speakers and panelists included Rebecca Sive, author of Every Day Is Election Day: A Woman's Guide to Winning Any Office; Adam Smith, Tampa Bay Times political columnist; and former and current elected women officials.
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What can we do to set BPW apart this year? Be relevant.
Authenticity – We will strengthen what we do best. | Mastery – We will be mission driven in all that we do. | Empathy – We will diversify our reach, way of thinking, audiences and partnerships. | Action – We will communicate, collaborate and connect to further our influence.
2014-15 Executive Committee
President Alizza Punzalan-Randle | President-Elect Amy Dinovo
1st VP/Programs Jerri Evans | 2nd VP/Membership Kristin Smith
Secretary Audrey Wood | Treasurer Joan Ghassemi
Parliamentarian Tami Simms
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