May, 2006

A monthly newsletter from the Women's Foodservice Forum

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Roadmap Report: Comments from the Chair -- Paula Marshall


Paula Marshall, 2006/2007 Chair

Once again, a big thank you to the 2006 Conference Committee for taking our Annual Leadership Development Conference to new heights. Congratulations to Genny Maiden, Lori Wolner, Inga Humphrey and the entire Conference Committee for the teamwork, creativity and commitment that resulted in such success.

For our organization, the WFF Annual Leadership Development Conference signals the end of one year and the beginning of a new one. As the new 2006-2007 WFF Chair, it is my personal mission that in this year all members -- old, new, men, women, emerging and executive -- will see the WFF as a powerful organization that exists to help you reach your ultimate point on your personal roadmap. more

What's Up? WFF Annual Leadership Luncheon during NRA

Tickets are going fast...

Don't miss the opportunity to join us at the 5th Annual WFF Annual Leadership Luncheon, May 22, 2006 during NRA.

Hyatt Regency McCormick Place

Program begins at 11:15 -- Doors open at 11:00 -- Networking begins at 1:00 following lunch and program

Keynote Speaker: Clarence Otis, Jr., CEO Darden Restaurants, Inc.

Highlight: Jackie B. Trujillo will be present to celebrate the first winner of the Jackie B. Trujillo SOAR Award -- an award presented to an organization proven to be a Standard Setter of Opportunity, Advancement and Recognition.

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The WFF is committed to elevating women leaders at all career levels, and that not only means sharing our knowledge and experiences, but celebrating our achievements. To date, we have received word from nearly 300 of our members who have been promoted in the past year!!! These women have been at all levels, in all facets of the industry and are enjoying incredible success.

Here's a few of our newest "Real Women, Real Stories" entries.


Congratulations to Aicha Bascaro, elevated to Corporate Operations Director, Domino’s Pizza LLC (above).


Congratulations to Karen Williams, elevated to VP of Finance and Planning, Corner Bakery Café.
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Travelogue WFF in the News

Read more about WFF in the news. We've been exceptionally busy promoting our organization, making changes to improve our overall vitality and highlighting members who are making a difference.

Click on the story headlines below to get a full view of the stories recently appearing in the press.

Snapshots along the Road 2006 Annual Leadership Development Conference Scrapbook

Enjoy some great shots from the 2006 Annual Leadership Development Conference in Dallas, April 2-5.

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The Path to Leadership: Diversity and Inclusion

For the past several years, the WFF and MFHA, the Multicultural Foodservice and Hospitality Alliance, have worked together to identify and address the needs of multicultural women in the foodservice industry. Our goal is to provide a venue for our multicultural members and to have more meaningful connections with other multicultural women in our industry. WFF has had an Inclusion Committee for several years to help our organization address the needs of all women within the industry, led by Terrian Barnes, Global Diversity Officer, for YUM! Brands.

From left: Donna Dozier Gordan, Vice Chair and Terrian Barnes, Chair

This year at Conference, the Inclusion Committee developed a new format for the Multicultural Brunch. The keynote speaker, (Ret. Col.) Consuelo Castillo Kickbusch was motivational, emotional and provided practical advice to a diverse group of attendees.

Lt. Colonel (Ret.) Consuelo Castillo Kickbusch more