EWI of Spokane

???Kicking Off 2025 with a Love for Literacy!??? EWI of Spokane and author Tayla Tollefson hosted our first Reading Rally of 2025 at Holmes Elementary! Tayla, who published Wait! at just 15, read to the students and inspired them to become authors of their own spooky stories. Each student received a signed copy of Wait!, a writing journal, and a swag bag to fuel their creativity. Thank you, ZBA Architecture for sponsoring the books and making this event possible!????

? Board Spotlight: Meet Our New Scholarship Director, Kathleen! ? We are excited to introduce Kathleen Proud, Riverside School District, Director of Career & Technical Education as this year’s Scholarship Director. We asked Kathleen a few questions to get to know her better – here’s what she shared: Q: What have you learned about yourself over the past few years? A: " Confidence and trust are two things that have been big for me the past several years. This is only my second year at Riverside after being an administrator at NEWTech Skill Center for ten years and I've really leaned into the support and knowledge of people around me, as well as embraced instead of doubting myself, my skills, and both the professional and personal journey that I'm on. I think that's the power of surrounding yourself with good leadership - especially from women. Knowing that it is okay to ask questions when you don't know something as well as offering and owning the skills and knowledge that you do - it's very empowering.” Q: Do you have a fun fact to share with us? A: " Most people know this, but I love to travel - I've been to all, but two continents (Antarctica and South America) and my goal is to get there by the time I'm 50. I spent a month in Switzerland this summer and my last adventure is a solo trip to Cambodia for my birthday (December 19th) before meeting up with friends in Vietnam for Christmas and New Years Eve.” Join us in celebrating Kathleen! Congrats! ??

Come join us as we kick off one of the most fun and collaborative fundraisers of the year! We’re also looking for more Women Build Steering Committee members to help raise awareness and impact for our community. Please share and reach out with questions. ???? Nicole Butler Kandis Larsen Tyana Kelley

Join us on 3.14 in celebrating ??FOURTEEN YEARS?? in business! Tomorrow there will be pie (because what else would we serve on Pi Day?) & tea, goodies and casual fun! And of course, good company. ?? We're also organizing a donation of period products, socks, underwear, bus passes, and hygiene products for Transitions Spokane's Mardi Bras. We'd love to see you either way, but if you bring a donation, you'll get a bonus entry for our door prizes! ?? ??: Tomorrow, March 14th (Pi Day!) | 3:30 - 5:30 PM ??: 2916 N Monroe Hope to see you there! https://loom.ly/35rhvTY

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Have ideas, concerns, or questions about the future of District 1????Join us at 5:30pm March 17th at the Northeast Community Center for the upcoming Town Hall. #CommunityEngagement is key to shaping the future we want. Join us for meaningful discussions on local issues, from #PublicSafety to traffic calming. Residents can connect with neighborhood councils from 5:30–6 p.m. before the town hall to learn more, ask questions, and get involved. #ResidentVoice #Hillyard #ShilohHills #Bemiss #Whitman #NevadaHeights #Minnehaha #Logan #ChiefGaryPark #Riverside See you there! City of Spokane Northeast Community Center Jene Ray Spokane Public Schools

What an absolutely beautiful and inspiring evening with the most beautiful girl in the world! Thank you Girl Scouts Eastern Washington & Northern Idaho and my dear friend and fellow EWI of Spokane board member, Renee Smock, COO of GSEWNI for the special invitation to attend their annual gala, Sweets before Supper. You all do amazing work and I’m so grateful for all you’ve given the community and especially my own Girl Scout. Building confident, courageous and caring leaders one girl at a time. ?????? Happy international women’s day!

? Board Spotlight: Meet Our New MarCom Director, Janessa! ? We are excited to introduce Janessa Lawson, Rogue Heart Media, Office Impact Manager (though she wears SO many hats ??). MarCom Director. We asked Janessa a few questions to get to know her better – here’s what she shared: Q: What have you learned about yourself over the past few years? A: " I can do hard things! This is my second career. After having my first son, I left a career of nearly a decade to return to school to pursue my creative passions. It was one of the most difficult paths I could've chosen, especially with a baby in tow, but it led me to where I am today, and it taught me that conquering hard things makes me stronger.” Q: Do you have a fun fact to share with us? A: " I?love to share my love of photography; I have taught classes at a summer camp for teens and at the Corbin Art Center.” ?? Join us in celebrating Janessa! Congrats! ??

Celebrating Women, Leadership, & Legacy during Women’s History Month! March is a time to honor the incredible impact women have made throughout history—and to recognize those leading the way today! At Executive Women International (EWI) Spokane, we’ve been empowering and elevating women in business, leadership, and community for 45 years. Founded on the principles of connections, careers, and community, EWI Spokane has built a legacy of supporting professional growth, lifelong learning, and impactful service. Our chapter is proud to bring together dynamic women leaders and businesses who are shaping the future—one connection at a time. This month, let’s celebrate the trailblazers who paved the way, the leaders who inspire us today, and the future changemakers we’re uplifting through mentorship, education, and advocacy.

Join us this Thursday 2/27?! Jennifer Goe, Julie Richardson, Sarah Brede, Jene Ray, Shannon Pottratz, Collette Leland, Janessa Lawson, Crystal Sevier, Renee Smock, Victoria Raine Wheeler, Bridget Walden, Amanda Landreth, MBA, Geneva Randall, Melissa Boland, Kathleen Proud, Karen Klein