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President Past-PresidentTreasurerSecretary Membership ChairPersonal Development Chair House & Social ChairProgram Chair Public Relations ChairResolutions/By-Laws Chair •  National Rep International ChairFundraising ChairYoung BPW VP

BPWL Members (by last name): B - DE - KL - OP - ST - Z

Lianne Armstrong - International Chair
Contact Info: 519.672.9330
Web Site: www.cohenhighley.com
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Member Since: 2005
Past Exec Positions: Secretary, Programs & Planning Chair - BPW London; Young BPW Chair - BPW Ontario
Company Name: Cohen Highley - Associate Lawyer
Description: Specializing in commerical, estate and bankruptcy/insolvency litigation.
Lianne Armstrong Cohen Highley

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Winn Barnett - Fundraising Chair/House & Social Chair
Contact Info: 519.471.7227 185 Huntclub Dr London , Ontario N6H 3Y8
Web Site: www.marykay.ca/wbarnett
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Member Since: 2009
Company: Mary Kay Cosmetics - Sr. Sales Director
Description: I take the frustration and mystery out of the purchasing of skin care and cosmetics by taking a teaching approach. Celebrate the women you are!
Bio: I have lived in London for 16 years . I am married with 4 teenage children. I have a University degree in Math and love challenges. I love the outdoors , reading and sewing and of course meeting new people.
Sharing Skills:

Skills to Learn: Gardening, Piano.

Skills to Share: Sewing, Make-up application.

Favourite Words of Wisdom: If you think you can't you are right!
winnbarnett

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Brenda Carpenter
Member Since: 1995
Past Exec Positions: President BPWL

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Eunsil Choi
Contact Info: 519.694.7183
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Member Since: 2009
Company Name: Sumagen Canada/Senior Manager
Description: Project management for drug development
Bio: I was born in Korea in 1975, and attained a DVM at Seoul National University in 1998. I have 10 years experience in the Pharmaceutical industry as a toxicologist and project manager. I have been living in Canada since November 2007.
Sharing Skills: Skills to Share: Korean, Japanese.
Eunsil Choi Young BPW Member

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Sheila Crook - Co-Chair National 2012 Convention
Contact Info: 1213 Staffordshire Road, London, ON N6H 5R1
Web Site: www.smcperformanceplus.com
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Member Since: 1991
National Executive: Current: BPWC Secretary; Past Federation Promotion & Resolutions Committee BPW Canada
Past Exec Positions: Past President BPW Ontario, Past President BPW London
Company Name: SMC Performance Plus Consulting Services
Description:

SMC - Performance Plus was founded in 1991 to meet the emerging needs of the workplace. It combines a foundation in change theory, group dynamics and organizational psychology with a framework of lean six sigma principles to foster a practical systems approach for sustained performance improvement.

SMC Performance Plus has cultivated credibility across the diverse occupational sectors we serve including; Manufacturing, Health Care, Education, Government, Community & Social Services, Corrections, Addictions, Business and Retail.

Sharing Skills:

Skills to Learn: Harp.

Skills to Share: Leadership and Career Development Coaching and Mentoring.

Favourite Words of Wisdom:

"Developing a strong support network of diverse and dynamic women is the best thing I ever did."..... "I first joined BPW to build a business network as I was launching my consulting company in a new community. However, I have gained so much more from this dynamic world wide organization. I owe much of my business success to the tremendous Mentoring and Leadership Development opportunities afforded through BPW."

Sheila Crook SMC Plus Logo

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Linda Davis - Co-Chair National 2012 Convention
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Member Since: 1993
Provincial Board: Current: 1st Vice President BPW Ontario; Past: Vice President and Programs & Projects Chair
Past Exec Positions: BPW London: Personal Development Chair,  Resolutions & By-Laws Chair, Past-President, Membership Chair
Bio: I have been employed in the public sector since 1986. I believe education is the key to socio-economic independence and equality for women.
Sharing Skills: Skills to Learn: Gardening, Guitar, Spanish, French.

Skills to Share: Golf, Hiking.
Favourite Words of Wisdom: Live Life with No Regrets
Linda Davis

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Linda Dawson- Treasurer
Contact Info: 1504-148 Fullarton St, London, On N6A 5P3 519.667.1220
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Member Since: 2008
Company Name: Jindal Financial Group Inc. - Investment Advisor
Description:

Investment and Insurance Strategies. Working with individuals to both ensure and insure their financial health.

Bio: I'm a 30 year career banker, who changed career direction in 2007. As an Investment Advisor, I enjoy working with clients to develop financial strategies, monitor those strategies, and achieve financial success. As a mother, wife and Granny, I love any time at all that I can spend with family.
Favourite Words of Wisdom: Give to others what little you have, and the best will come back to you.

Susan Dill - Programs and Planning Chair
Contact Info: work: 519.642.3003 x 2244
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Member Since: 1987
Past Exec Postions: Past President BPWL; District Director; Vice Pres and Sectretary, BPW Ontario
Company: Director, Programs and Services - Women's Community House
Description: Shelter for Abused Women & their children.
Bio: Previously worked in heath care, part time instructor at community college, and Director of a custody facility for female young offenders.

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Sandra G. Drozd
Contact Info: LERNERS LLP, 80 Dufferin Ave., Box 2335, London ON   N6A 4G4
Web Site: www.lerners.ca
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Member Since: 2009
Company: LERNERS LLP - partner
Description: Personal Injury Litigation, Insurance Defence Litigation, Health Law
Bio: Partner, LERNERS LLP (2008 to present)
Associate Lawyer, LERNERS LLP (1999 to 2008)
Sandra Drozd Lerners

Cheryl Fanni
Contact Info: 519.913.1302 (daytime)  519.294.0531 (evening)
Web Site: www.imperialnourarabians.com
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Members Since: 2009
Company: Equity Associates and Imperial Nour Arabians
Description: In my professional life I am a Certified Financial Planner and independent insurance broker specializing in insurance, estate, retirement and tax planning.

In my personal life, I own Imperial Nour Arabians and breed, train and ride Egyptian Arabian horses.
Bio: My country home is near Parkhill Ontario which I share with my husband, horses & dogs. My 3 daughters have all moved into their own homes.I have been in the financial services industry for the past 19 years as a financial planner. In 1998 I started up Imperial Nour Arabians, breeding Egyptian Arabian horses.
Sharing Skills:

Skills to Learn: Salsa Dancing

Skills to Share: horse back riding, dog agility training

Favourite Words of Wisdom: What goes around comes around.
Cheryl Fanni

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Doris Hall - National Representative
Contact Info: Business:519.858.5125; Res: 519.473.3505
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Member Since: 1987
National Board:

Current: National President Canada
Past: 1st Vice President, International Affairs; Programs and Projects
Sub-Coordinator for Region of North American and Non-Spanish speaking countries

Past Exec Positions: President BPW London
President BPW Ontario
Secretary & Treasurer BPW Ontario, District Director
2008 recipient of Ontario Award, Leading Women Building Communities
Company Name: Sumagen Canada Inc.- Office Manager
Description: Sumagen is a drug development company, preparing for clinical trials for an HIV and HCV vaccine.
Bio: Community leader, mentor and champion of equality for women and girls. Advocate to stop Human Trafficking. Graduate of UWO, Toastmaster, clergy with ECKANKAR.
Sharing Skills:

Skills to Learn: To play the violin; write for publication; learning languages (French, Korean & Spanish).

Skills to Share: Proofreader; computer skills; BPW experience over 20 years; networking and business connections; real estate, law, picture framing; meeting and conference planning. Experienced Toastmaster.

Favourite Words of Wisdom: Be the best that you can be in whatever you undertake and do not encroach on others or their property.
Doris Hall

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Kate Hall - Merenda - Personal Development Chair
Contact Info: 708 Victoria Street, London, Ontario  519-679-5428
Web Site: www.futurecreation.info
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Member Since: 2010
Company Name: Future Creation
Description: I am a Professional Integral Coach™; I support individuals in getting to where they want to be in any aspect of their life or profession.
'Integral Coach' is a trade-mark in Canada owned by Integral Coaching Canada Inc, and licensed to Kate Hall-Merenda.
Bio:

I was raised and educated in London and then lived in Ottawa for 27 years. I am so happy to be back home and delighted with the walking trails along the river.

Sharing Skills:

Skills to Learn: Ballroom Dancing

Skills to Share: Mindfulness Meditation; Being present to you body.

Favourite Words of Wisdom: Life will life.
kate hall

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Sue Hillis
Member Since: 2010

Karen Hurley
Contact Info: 519.649.0282
645 Newbold St., Unit D
London ON  N6E 2T8
Web site: www.speedprolondon.com
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Member Since: 2010
Company Name: Spreedpro Imaging
Description: A full service, colour-imaging house, that specializes in large format, digital printing and imaging.  We provide a full range of sign products, including banners, tradeshow displays, vehicle graphics, store signs and more.
Bio: I was born and raised in Stratford, Ontario. I am a mom of two beautiful kids.  Along with being a full-time partner at Speedpro Imaging, I am a Sales Representative with Realty Executives Elite.
Sharing Skills: Skills to Learn: Spanish & Salsa Dancing
Favourite Words of Wisdom: Thoughts become things … choose the good ones!
Karen Hurley

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Cynthia Johnston
Contact Info: 88 Grenfell Cres., London, ON N5X 2M7
Web Site: www.johnstonandco.ca
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Member Since: 2009
Company Name: Johnston & Company, Professional Corporation; Rosalee Kuchynski, Certified Financial Planner
Description: Administrator - do firm accounting, technology support (software and hardware), document preparation, client and supplier contact, etc.
Bio: A new grandmother, mother of 4 adult children, with other employment in both accounting and administrative positions for various companies. Enjoy golf, reading, fun!
Sharing Skills:

Skills to Learn: Open to learning!

Skills to Share: Wordprocessing, software applications.

Favourite Words of Wisdom: Don't sweat the small stuff!
Cindy Johnston

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Nancy Kirwin
Contact Info: 519.423.6822
Web Site: www.townsendfarmers.com
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Member Since: 2009
Company Name: Townsend Mutual Insurance; General Insurance Agent
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Leanne Kuchynski 
Member Since: 2009
Bio: I am currently enrolled in a honours specialization in criminology and politics degree at the University of Western Ontario.  I hope to eventually pursue a career in law.  I enjoy Highland dancing and fastball in my spare time.
Young BPW Member

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Rosalee (Rose) E. Kuchynski CGA, CFP, TEP - Membership Chair
Contact Info: 640 Colborne Street London Ontario N6B 2V2 519.432.6417 ext 221
Web Site: www.johnstonandco.ca
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Member Since: 2000
Past Exec Positions: Secretary - BPWL
Company Name: Johnston & Company Professional Corporation, Chartered Accountant
Description: Taxation and financial planning for business, individuals and estates in an increasingly complex world. The timely resolution of issues can have great financial impact. Our team of professional advisors can provide comprehensive solutions to your unique circumstances.
Bio: Rose has been serving clients since 1984 in the areas of accounting, auditing, taxation and business planning. Her community involvement includes membership in the London Chamber of Commerce, London Curling & Sunningdale Golf Clubs and she has served on many local boards.
Sharing Skills:

Skills to Learn: photo-shop/graphics, roxio software.

Skills to Share: Trust and Estate information, succession planning and financial analysis.

Favourite Words of Wisdom: "Timing is everything" and "the game isn't over until it's over"...
Rose Johnston & Company

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Eva Main
Member Since: 1988

Diana May
Member Since: 2006

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Mary McBrearty - Secretary
Contact Info: 519.657.5148; Unit 16 - 189 Homestead Cres London, Ontario
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Member Since: 2004
Past Exec Positions: Treasurer
Company Name: Meyer's The Coat Store - Vice President
Description: Retail Store - Fine Outer Wear: 234 Dundas Street, London, ON - 519.434.8444
Sharing Skills: Skills to Share: Japanese Embroidery; golf.
Favourite Words of Wisdom: Let's just do it and get it done.

Kathryn Munn
Contact Info: 519.660.1242
Web Site: www.munncrs.com
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Member Since: 1999
Past Exec Positions: BPWL: Membership Chair, Programs Chair
Company Name: Munn Conflict Resolutions Services
Description: I specialize in the prevention, management and resolution of conflict.
Mediator, Arbitrator, Lawyer, Facilitator.
Kathyrn Munn Munn Conflict

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Laura Noble - President/Public Relations Chair
Contact Info: 519.680.2689
Web Site: www.noblesoftwaresolutions.com
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Member Since: 2006
Provincial Board: Editor
Company Name: Noble Software Solutions
Description:

Since 1999, Noble Software Solutions has been specializing in on-site customized software training, in group and one-on-one environments, as well as providing customized spreadsheet and template business solutions. Noble Software Solutions - We Make It Click!

Sharing Skills: Skills to Share: cardmaking/stamping.

Noble Software Solutions


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Carole Orchard - Past President/Resoluitons & By-Laws Chair
Contact Info: 475 Ambleside Dr., London, ON, N6G 4W9, 519.667.4878
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Member Since: 2004
Past Exec Positions: Programs & Projects Chair, 1st Vice President
Company Name: Coordinator, Interprofessional Health Education & Research, The University of Western Ontario
Description: Nurse Educator and researcher
Bio: Carole Orchard is a strong advocate for social justice. She emulates this in her work with BPW as well as through international projects she has and is currently involved with. Her current research work focuses on helping to move a new delivery of care model into the health system.
Sharing Skills: Skills to share: Gourmet cooking, gardening, silk flower arranging, sewing.

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Sandy Kirkwood-Pearce CGA, CITP, ACIS
Contact Info: Sleegers Kirkwood-Pearce Professional Corporation
18-540 Clarke Rd. London, Ontario N5V 2C7 519.453.1400 ext. 222
Web Site: www.sleegers.com
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Member Since: 1996
London, Provincial, National: Auditor
Past Exec Postions: Membership Chair
Company Name: Sleegers Kirkwood-Pearce Professional Corporation
Description: Certified General Accountant, Professional Accounting Firm An independent member firm of EPR Canada Group Inc.
Bio: Sandy Kirkwood-Pearce, CGA is a member of BPW-London since 1996. She is a professional accountant and has earned the CITP - Certified International Trade Professional designation. Along with other professionals the firm offers a variety of services to help your business grow. www.sleegers.com.
Favourite Words of Wisdom:

Success is not measured by what we have. It is about who we are and what we give.

Sleegers Kirkwood Pierce

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Marg Petznick
Contact Info: 519.438.2222
Web Site: www.margpetznick.com
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Member Since: 1989
Past Exec Postions: President, House & Social Chair, Membership Chair
Company Name: Sutton Preferred Realty Inc. Brokerage
Description: Marg has been taking folks one home at a time, in the London, St. Thomas and area since 1987. Working with integrity, professionalism and honesty.  Clients are always NUMBER ONE to Marg. Call Marg and she will take you home.
Bio: Working with first time home buyers brings her joy and satisfaction, of knowing folks, get the best home for their money. There is much to know about buying a home and Marg educates throughout the process. Marg has worked in new home sales, resales, condos and out of town properties. Education is a big part in who Marg is. She takes many more courses than is required by her licensing board. The more she knows, the more she can advise you about homes and the buying and selling process. Marg is a member of the The London Chamber of Commerce.
Sharing Skills: Skills to Share: Sales - networking - working with integrity
Favourite Words of Wisdom: JUST DO IT!
Marg Petznick

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Colleen Sharen
Member Since: 2007

Barbara Stahlke
Member Since 2009


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Jeannette Veenstra
Contact Info: 519.661.6449
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Member Since: 2003
Past Exec Positions: House and Social Chair, Program Chair
Company: London Police Service
Description: Administrative Assistant, Human Resources Branch
Bio: Jeannette has been married to a London Police Officer for 32 years and has 2 fabulous daughters aged 28 & 25. Her spare time is devoted to singing with London Pro Musica and serving on their Executive as President. Her and her husband are also big Disney fans!

Lisa Wittur - Young BPW V.P.
Member Since: 2007

Norma Yau
Web Site: www.hoyes.com
Member Since: 2001
Provincial Board: Treasurer
Past Exec Positions: Treasurer - BPWL
Company: Hoyes, Michalos & Associates
Description: Trustee in bankruptcy
Sharing Skills:

Skills to Learn: Knitting.

Skills to Share: Piano Playing, Singing.

Favourite Words of Wisdom: If someone else can do it, I can too!

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