Chair’s Corner: Say No by Saying Yes
My Chair’s Corner this month will discuss how to say “No” by saying “Yes”. This is a tactic that can be used frequently in your professional life, especially if you’re in a position with constant interruptions. Here’s how: Example #1You’re working at your workstation,... Read Story
Member Profile: Jenny Mecey
My name is Jenny Mecey and I am a Business Development Executive for CCU Strategies, a division of Columbia Credit Union on Walnut. I am originally from Webster Groves, Missouri which is a 10 minute drive from St. Louis but have lived in Bonne Terre, Missouri for 15... Read Story
Announcing the 2020 ATHENA award recipients
Jill Cox Women’s Network announced the recipients of the ATHENA Leadership and ATHENA Young Professional awards at the 26th annual ATHENA International Awards Banquet on September 24 at Stephens College. The ATHENA Leadership Award was presented to Jill Cox, Vice... Read Story
Chair’s Corner: Two Ways to Increase Productivity
Hi, everyone! It’s Michele Curry from Commerce Bank, your Women’s Network Chair, here to deliver the October “Chair’s Corner”. Today I wanted to spend a little time talking about productivity. It’s getting into the darker months: October is getting colder; the days... Read Story
Member Profile: Anna Hargis
Title: Director of Advertising Employer: Shelter Insurance Hometown: I was born in Washington, DC but have lived most of my life in Missouri. First job: Concierge at Tan-Tar-A. I also worked children’s programs during the summer. College/degree(s):... Read Story
Member Profile: Beth Kaiser
Title: Director of Marketing & Business Development Employer: Atkins Building Services, Inc. Hometown: Born in Kirksville, MO, but moved to Columbia at age 2 so I consider CoMo my hometown. First job: Telephone operator at Pizza Hut on Grindstone (Nifong... Read Story
Chair’s Corner: Get Comfortable Being Uncomfortable
Hello, everyone, it’s Michele Curry from Commerce Bank, Chair of the Women’s Network. Can you believe it? It’s already September! So, this is the September Chair’s Corner. And this one is going to be a little more off-the-cuff than normal. I just had a conversation... Read Story
Team Huddles for Work from Home Environments
Do you have a morning routine with your team? Here’s a great tip to start your day and maintain your business culture in a remote work. Click here to read an article from Networks that... Read Story