Women In International Trade of Texas

The President's Pen

Dear OWIT-DFW Reader,

As we enter into the second half of 2003, I would like to reflect back upon the first half to thank some very important people for helping the OWIT-DFW chapter continue as a proactive international trade organization. First, I must thank the incredible DFW board for taking the 2003 vision to heart and working so hard to ensure our members enjoy greater benefits, plus more opportunities for growth and learning in the in international trade area.

This dynamic group of people, in just six months, have taken an already strong organization and made it even better. How, you ask? This newsletter is the first example. We are making every effort to bring you valuable information regarding your organization. Next, the board restructured the membership dues so that all members can easily keep track of the payment date. May 1st annually, but also reduced fees during these economically challenging times. We want to ensure our members can afford to be members and enjoy the benefits. Talking about benefits, this year's board also introduced the "Members Only" brown bag lunches. These lunches provide informal but informative topics at no costs to our members. Look for the next exciting topic in the September Brown Bag information on page 4! To learn about many other benefits introduced this year, we welcome you to stop and talk with any us.

Next, I must thank you, our members, for ensuring that OWIT-DFW remains a viable international trade chapter. We could not be so successful without your support and interest. Please continue to let the board know your needs and wants. While we work hard to bring new and exciting topics, such as this quarter's dinner meeting on August 21, " Human Rights - the international workplace and the international contract", your input is important. If you desire a topic or speaker, please feel free to contact any of the board members. Of course, I want to thank our guest speakers as well, without them; we would not have such a vibrant topic calendar.

I also thank the volunteers working on our October seminar, "Regulations and Agreements - 2003 Impact", covering the advance manifest changes, free trade agreements, mandatory AES filing, and many other topics. If you are interested in volunteering, we can always use more, please let us know.

Finally, I thank our guest to take time out to learn more about our chapter and in considering becoming a member. We hope you do….

So stay tune for more excitement during this second half of 2003, including the OWIT Annual Conference.

Erin L. Crockett
President, OWIT-DFW Chapter 2003

WITT invites you visit us or attend one or all of our meetings, so check our CALENDAR often. Also check the EVENTS to get more details on the event or meeting. Our board members are more than happy to answer any questions you may have about the organization and how you can join.

Our by Mission

-To enhance the status and interests of women in the field of international trade through the establishment of a worldwide network of international business contacts.

-To encourage and stimulate the exchange of views, ideas, and information concerning foreign commerce and international relations.

-To establish educational programs, conferences, and other activities to promote the employment worldwide of women in international trade.

-To promote professional growth, mentoring, education and leadership among women employed worldwide in foreign trade and commerce in both the public and private sectors.

Contact us:

Phone: (214) 855-7276 Fax: (214)720-6076
Mail: Women In International Trade of Texas
Post Office Box 610565
Dallas/Fort Worth Airport, TX 75261
Or by e-mail! wittdallas@hotmail.com