Executive Director
Company: Colorado Women's Bar Association
Location: Denver
Posted on: October 29, 2024
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Job Description:
This committee typically meets on the second Wednesday of each
month at Noon. - The - Professional Advancement Committee -works to
advance women in the legal profession, and to promote career
advancement and recognition for CWBA members. It informs women of
and helps them obtain appointments to state and local boards and
commissions; nominates CWBA members for various awards; and
presents the CWBA's annual Mary Lathrop Trailblazer Award to a
woman trailblazer who has substantially impacted the Colorado legal
profession. This committee typically meets monthly on the -second
Thursday -of each month at Noon. New members always welcome! In
order to carry out CWBA's core values of diversity and inclusion,
the - Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion Committee -works to foster a
shared culture at the CWBA that promotes the goals of accepting,
respecting, and valuing differences that include attributes such as
age, race, gender, ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, gender
expression, sexual identity, ability, language, family and economic
circumstances, geography, and cultural backgrounds. Among other
initiatives, the Committee works to ensure CWBA has cutting-edge
policies and procedures to help check blind spots and implicit
biases, assists with recruiting and retention of diverse members,
plans training for our Board and membership, and partners with
other Committees and outside organizations to ensure we are
inclusive in all aspects of our work. For more information, please
contact our Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Committee Co-Chairs Tiera
Brown and Karin Williamson . Each year the CWBA Foundation honors
women lawyers who have made a difference in our communities and
have "raised the bar" for all of us. The evening promises to be
memorable, with attendees gathering in person to celebrate the
accomplishments of our honorees and thank them for paving the way
for other women in Colorado and around the nation. - The CWBA
Foundation was founded in 1988 to implement the charitable and
educational work of the CWBA, to promote the advancement - of women
in the law, and to protect and promote the welfare of all women.
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Board members are encouraged to attend in person. Remote attendance
option via phone is also available. In honor of Hispanic Heritage
Month, we will be holding our monthly board meeting at El Jefe , a
Mexican farm to table restaurant in Sunnyside. Their menu is
inspired by the Mexican regions of Yucat--n, Oaxaca, and Veracruz.
El Jefe strives to respect influences and traditions of these
diverse cultures to bring you food that is uniquely El Jefe. For
more information or for RSVP assistance, contact the CWBA office at
(303) 831-1040. - The Programs Committee typically meets at Noon on
the third Thursday - of each month over Zoom. - The Programs
Committee dev elops and facilitates edu cational, profes sional,
and community programs to support substantive growth and learn ing,
re flection, and connection among our members and the broader legal
community. -These programs include CLEs and other programs such as
our 3 Part Financial Series; the annual Moms' Luncheon; and the
annual Holiday Party and Nonprofit Benefit. T he CWBA Publications
and History Committee typically meets the fourth Tuesday of each
month at Noon unless there are scheduling issues. New members
always welcome! The Zoom link will be included in your RSVP
confirmation email. Through the CWBA's website, our blog -The 1891
, the newsletter -The Advocate , -and social media (Facebook,
LinkedIn, Instagram, and Twitter), the - Publications Committee -
works to inform members of CWBA activities and projects, spur
debate and member activity on issues of special concern to women
lawyers and women generally, and recognize the achievements and
contributions of women lawyers. - This committee also documents the
history of Colorado's women lawyers, and maintains and updates the
history files of the CWBA. Let's walk and talk together in Boulder!
- Register here via the BCBA website .
After the hike, the group will head back to the Centennial
Trailhead parking lot for some post-hike networking, beverages, and
snacks. Feel free to bring a folding chair. We look forward to
seeing you out in nature! -T his event will be capped at 25
attendees. Register quickly to secure your spot! -Further details
will be sent out to attendees closer to the day of the hike.
Sponsored by the CWBA Boulder Chapter and the Boulder County Bar
Association. Welcome, new members! Come join us to meet people, ask
questions, and learn more about the CWBA. These lunches are
typically held on the fourth Thursday of the month at Noon via
Zoom. For more information, please contact -Membership & Mentorship
Committee -Co-Chairs Sally Roller or Kylie Ngu .
CU Law - Wolf Law Building, Gilbert Goldstein Courtyard Join CWBA
members for a "meet and greet" opportunity for CU law students to
gain information about the work of the CWBA and the many benefits
of membership. - The Public Policy Committee typically meets the
first -Monday of the month at Noon . New members always welcome!
The Public Policy Committee typically meets the first -Monday of
the month at Noon . New members always welcome! The - Public Policy
Committee -works to promote and protect the interests of women and
children. The committee monitors national, state and local
legislation; case law; administrative and constitutional
developments; and the print and broadcast media as they affect the
legal profession and the judiciary and the interests of women and
families. It coordinates with the CWBA's lobbyists; makes
recommendations to the CWBA Board of Directors regarding whether
the CWBA should support or oppose legislation; and organizes an
advocacy network of CWBA members who contact legislators, write
letters, testify before legislative committees, and draft
legislation. The committee also coordinates the amicus activities
of the CWBA.
For more information, contact -Public Policy Committee - Co-Chairs
Chelsea Augelli , Morgan Carroll , and Iris Halpern . This
committee typically meets the second Tuesday of each month at Noon
unless there is a necessary schedule change. - All members welcome
to attend at any time! The - Membership and Mentorship Committee -
is the recruiting coordinator, welcome wagon, and social chair of
the CWBA! The committee hosts four networking and social events
throughout the year, including the annual Membership Appreciation
event each Spring. The committee works to promote greater awareness
of the CWBAwithin the legal community and throughout the state -to
ensure that -each -new -member -feels welcome and empowered to get
more involved in the organization. - This committee also - manages
CWBA LIFT!, our mentoring program, and works with our law student
liaisons to CU and DU law schools to increase ties between women
attorneys and law students and keep women in the organization
through the transition from law school to practice; supports a
series of discussion gatherings on gender bias in the law; and does
outreach to seasoned attorney members including legacy leaders and
recently retired members to involve them in mentoring. This
committee typically meets the second Tuesday of each month at Noon
unless there is a necessary schedule change. - All members welcome
to attend at any time! The - Membership and Mentorship Committee -
is the recruiting coordinator, welcome wagon, and social chair of
the CWBA! The committee hosts four networking and social events
throughout the year, including the annual Membership Appreciation
event each Spring. The committee works to promote greater awareness
of the CWBAwithin the legal community and throughout the state -to
ensure that -each -new -member -feels welcome and empowered to get
more involved in the organization. - This committee also - manages
CWBA LIFT!, our mentoring program, and works with our law student
liaisons to CU and DU law schools to increase ties between women
attorneys and law students and keep women in the organization
through the transition from law school to practice; supports a
series of discussion gatherings on gender bias in the law; and does
outreach to seasoned attorney members including legacy leaders and
recently retired members to involve them in mentoring. For more
information, contact -Membership and Mentorship Committee
-Co-Chairs Kylie Ngu and Sally Roller. Town Hall Collaborative, 525
Santa Fe Dr, Denver, CO 80204 TICKETS NOW ON SALE! Silent auction
coming soon!
Join the Colorado Women's Bar Association for an exciting
fundraiser for advancing women's rights and legal reform, with a
night of comedy, libations, and lively conversation. We will
showcase and celebrate the CWBA's public policy work and the
tremendous impact we've had on the community by advocating for the
interests of women and children. - Experience a dynamic panel
discussion featuring Dani Newsum, former Assistant Attorney General
for Civil Rights and Labor and current Director of Strategic
Partnerships with Cobalt, Regent Wanda L. James, the first Black
woman elected to the University of Colorado Board of Regents ever,
State Representative Elizabeth Velasco, the first Mexican-born and
LGBTQ legislator from Colorado's western slope, and State
Representative Jenny Willford, an environmental advocate and former
Mayor Pro Tem of Northglenn.The evening will be emceed by TICKETS
NOW ON SALE! Silent auction coming soon!
Join the Colorado Women's Bar Association for an exciting
fundraiser for advancing women's rights and legal reform, with a
night of comedy, libations, and lively conversation. We will
showcase and celebrate the CWBA's public policy work and the
tremendous impact we've had on the community by advocating for the
interests of women and children. - Experience a dynamic panel
discussion featuring Dani Newsum, former Assistant Attorney General
for Civil Rights and Labor and current Director of Strategic
Partnerships with Cobalt, Regent Wanda L. James, the first Black
woman elected to the University of Colorado Board of Regents ever,
State Representative Elizabeth Velasco, the first Mexican-born and
LGBTQ legislator from Colorado's western slope, and State
Representative Jenny Willford, an environmental advocate and former
Mayor Pro Tem of Northglenn.The evening will be emceed by Cori
Stewart, a CWBA member, lawyer, and stand-up comedian, alongside
Sarah Parady, Denver City Council Member At-Large and former CWBA
President. There will also be an amazing silent auction! Please
come to support our important work and have a few laughs along the
way. Silent auction items needed! -If you are willing to donate a
silent auction item, experience, gift card, or vacation, please
contact - Iris Halpern -at -ih@rmlawyers.com . General Admission
Ticket: $70
Law Students & Paralegal Students: $40
Legislators: Free - Cost includes: Admission to event, plus one
drink ticket and appetizers. Sponsorships also available for
purchase here or contact CWBA Executive Director Kim Sporrer at
execdir@cwba.org . - THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!
PLATINUM - Wells Family Law P.C.
GOLD - - Burg Simpson, - Rathod Mohamedbhai LLC
SILENT AUCTION SPONSOR - Johnson & Klein Law
SILVER - Peters Schulte Odil pllc, UPSTREAM LLC BRONZE - Emma
Garrison, Deb Olszonowicz, and Cat Shea All funds raised through
this event will support the Colorado Women's Bar Association's
vitally important public policy work and its lobbyist activities.
The CWBA is a 501(c)(6) nonprofit corporation. Ticket costs,
sponsorships, silent auction purchases, and CWBA donations are not
tax-deductible as a charitable contribution, but may be deductible
as an ordinary and necessary business expense, subject to exclusion
for lobbying activity. Please consult with your professional tax
advisor for further advice. This committee typically meets monthly
on the -second Thursday -of each month at Noon. New members always
welcome! In order to carry out CWBA's core values of diversity and
inclusion, the - Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion Committee -works to
foster a shared culture at the CWBA that promotes the goals of
accepting, respecting, and valuing differences that include
attributes such as age, race, gender, ethnicity, religion, sexual
orientation, gender expression, sexual identity, ability, language,
family and economic circumstances, geography, and cultural
backgrounds. Among other initiatives, the Committee works to ensure
CWBA has cutting-edge policies and procedures to help check blind
spots and implicit biases, assists with recruiting and retention of
diverse members, plans training for our Board and membership, and
partners with other Committees and outside organizations to ensure
we are inclusive in all aspects of our work. For more information,
please contact our Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Committee
Co-Chairs Tiera Brown and Karin Williamson. S et your coffee makers
for 8:30 a.m. on Friday, October 11, 2024, - for the next session
of On What Grounds? A Virtual Leadership Caf--. -Join CWBA
President-Elect Alison Connaughty and fellow CWBA members for
coffee, connection, community, and career leadership lessons. - The
October On What Grounds will be a special discussion on the
creation and evolution of leadership styles -with our 2024 Mary
Lathrop Trailblazer Award Honoree, S et your coffee makers for 8:30
a.m. on Friday, October 11, 2024, - for the next session of On What
Grounds? A Virtual Leadership Caf--. -Join CWBA President-Elect
Alison Connaughty and fellow CWBA members for coffee, connection,
community, and career leadership lessons. - The October On What
Grounds will be a special discussion on the creation and evolution
of leadership styles -with our 2024 Mary Lathrop Trailblazer Award
Honoree, Judge Charlotte Sweeney. For the 2024-25 year, we will
hold these sessions every other month on the first Friday of the
month. NOTE: The October session will be the second Friday instead
of the first. - On What Grounds? A Virtual Leadership Caf-- invites
authentic connection with your fellow CWBA members and leaders. -
We will chat about what is REALLY on your mind right now, and we
will be there to support you, in both your personal and
professional goals. - "See" you there! THANK YOU TO OUR
SPONSOR!
The Convention Committee typically meets at 5:30 p.m. on Zoom the
second Monday of each month unless there are scheduling conflicts.
The - Convention Committee -plans the CWBA's Annual Convention.
Committee duties include selecting the site for the Convention,
negotiating the contract for the site and selecting a keynote
speaker. The committee also plans the Convention theme, identifies
and contacts speakers for Convention programs, solicits sponsors,
and coordinates Convention entertainment, and many other logistics
and plans. - Board members are encouraged to attend in person.
Remote attendance option via phone is also available. For more
information or for RSVP assistance, contact the CWBA office at
(303) 831-1040. - The Programs Committee typically meets at Noon on
the third Thursday - of each month over Zoom. - The Programs
Committee dev elops and facilitates edu cational, profes sional,
and community programs to support substantive growth and learn ing,
re flection, and connection among our members and the broader legal
community. -These programs include CLEs and other programs such as
our 3 Part Financial Series; the annual Moms' Luncheon; and the
annual Holiday Party and Nonprofit Benefit. Welcome, new members!
Come join us to meet people, ask questions, and learn more about
the CWBA. These lunches are typically held on the fourth Thursday
of the month at Noon via Zoom. For more information, please contact
-Membership & Mentorship Committee -Co-Chairs Sally Roller or Kylie
Ngu .
The Public Policy Committee typically meets the first -Monday of
the month at Noon . New members always welcome! The Public Policy
Committee typically meets the first -Monday of the month at Noon .
New members always welcome! The - Public Policy Committee -works to
promote and protect the interests of women and children. The
committee monitors national, state and local legislation; case law;
administrative and constitutional developments; and the print and
broadcast media as they affect the legal profession and the
judiciary and the interests of women and families. It coordinates
with the CWBA's lobbyists; makes recommendations to the CWBA Board
of Directors regarding whether the CWBA should support or oppose
legislation; and organizes an advocacy network of CWBA members who
contact legislators, write letters, testify before legislative
committees, and draft legislation. The committee also coordinates
the amicus activities of the CWBA.
For more information, contact -Public Policy Committee - Co-Chairs
Chelsea Augelli , Morgan Carroll , and Iris Halpern . Join the
Colorado Women's Bar Association, CU Women's Law Caucus, and DU
Women's Legal Coalition to celebrate our collegiality, shared
values, and love for the fall season at a Friendsgiving
get-together in downtown Denver. Because mentorship is central to
each of our groups, this is a great opportunity for lawyers and
students to connect in a relaxed and welcoming environment. A
little nervous to attend? Don't know anyone? No problem!
Friendsgiving attendees will receive a token that matches an
attorney with two students. Your challenge is to find your matching
group: at least one lawyer, a CU law student, and a DU law student!
Food and beverage included with registration. Space is limited to
participate in this cross-organizational festivity. S et your
coffee makers for 8:30 a.m. on Friday, November 8, 2024, - for the
next session of On What Grounds? A Virtual Leadership Caf--. -Join
CWBA President-Elect Alison Connaughty and fellow CWBA members for
coffee, connection, community, and career leadership lessons. - The
November On What Grounds with U.S. Deputy Assistant Attorney
General S et your coffee makers for 8:30 a.m. on Friday, November
8, 2024, - for the next session of On What Grounds? A Virtual
Leadership Caf--. -Join CWBA President-Elect Alison Connaughty and
fellow CWBA members for coffee, connection, community, and career
leadership lessons. - The November On What Grounds with U.S. Deputy
Assistant Attorney General Hetal Doshi will be a discussion on
mentoring, female friendship, and the intersections between the
two. NOTE: The November session will be the second Friday instead
of the first. - On What Grounds? A Virtual Leadership Caf-- invites
authentic connection with your fellow CWBA members and leaders. -
We will chat about what is REALLY on your mind right now, and we
will be there to support you, in both your personal and
professional goals. - "See" you there! THANK YOU TO OUR
SPONSOR!
The Convention Committee typically meets at 5:30 p.m. on Zoom the
second Monday of each month unless there are scheduling conflicts.
The - Convention Committee -plans the CWBA's Annual Convention.
Committee duties include selecting the site for the Convention,
negotiating the contract for the site and selecting a keynote
speaker. The committee also plans the Convention theme, identifies
and contacts speakers for Convention programs, solicits sponsors,
and coordinates Convention entertainment, and many other logistics
and plans. - This committee typically meets the second Tuesday of
each month at Noon unless there is a necessary schedule change. -
All members welcome to attend at any time! The - Membership and
Mentorship Committee - is the recruiting coordinator, welcome
wagon, and social chair of the CWBA! The committee hosts four
networking and social events throughout the year, including the
annual Membership Appreciation event each Spring. The committee
works to promote greater awareness of the CWBAwithin the legal
community and throughout the state -to ensure that -each -new
-member -feels welcome and empowered to get more involved in the
organization. - This committee also - manages CWBA LIFT!, our
mentoring program, and works with our law student liaisons to CU
and DU law schools to increase ties between women attorneys and law
students and keep women in the organization through the transition
from law school to practice; supports a series of discussion
gatherings on gender bias in the law; and does outreach to seasoned
attorney members including legacy leaders and recently retired
members to involve them in mentoring. This committee typically
meets the second Tuesday of each month at Noon unless there is a
necessary schedule change. - All members welcome to attend at any
time! The - Membership and Mentorship Committee - is the recruiting
coordinator, welcome wagon, and social chair of the CWBA! The
committee hosts four networking and social events throughout the
year, including the annual Membership Appreciation event each
Spring. The committee works to promote greater awareness of the
CWBAwithin the legal community and throughout the state -to ensure
that -each -new -member -feels welcome and empowered to get more
involved in the organization. - This committee also - manages CWBA
LIFT!, our mentoring program, and works with our law student
liaisons to CU and DU law schools to increase ties between women
attorneys and law students and keep women in the organization
through the transition from law school to practice; supports a
series of discussion gatherings on gender bias in the law; and does
outreach to seasoned attorney members including legacy leaders and
recently retired members to involve them in mentoring. For more
information, contact -Membership and Mentorship Committee
-Co-Chairs Kylie Ngu and Sally Roller. The Programs Committee
typically meets at Noon on the third Thursday - of each month over
Zoom. - The Programs Committee dev elops and facilitates edu
cational, profes sional, and community programs to support
substantive growth and learn ing, re flection, and connection among
our members and the broader legal community. -These programs
include CLEs and other programs such as our 3 Part Financial
Series; the annual Moms' Luncheon; and the annual Holiday Party and
Nonprofit Benefit. The Public Policy Committee typically meets the
first -Monday of the month at Noon . New members always welcome!
The Public Policy Committee typically meets the first -Monday of
the month at Noon . New members always welcome! The - Public Policy
Committee -works to promote and protect the interests of women and
children. The committee monitors national, state and local
legislation; case law; administrative and constitutional
developments; and the print and broadcast media as they affect the
legal profession and the judiciary and the interests of women and
families. It coordinates with the CWBA's lobbyists; makes
recommendations to the CWBA Board of Directors regarding whether
the CWBA should support or oppose legislation; and organizes an
advocacy network of CWBA members who contact legislators, write
letters, testify before legislative committees, and draft
legislation. The committee also coordinates the amicus activities
of the CWBA.
For more information, contact -Public Policy Committee - Co-Chairs
Chelsea Augelli , Morgan Carroll , and Iris Halpern . Chambers
Grant Salon at the Ellie Caulkins Opera House - Denver We look
forward to having you join us to celebrate the holiday season. - We
will share the holiday spirit with friends and colleagues while
enjoying festive appetizers, hot and cold drinks (both alcoholic
and non-alcoholic options), our Jingle Juice signature cocktail,
and dessert creations from the Kevin Taylor Restaurant Group.We
will also introduce our 2025 Mary Lathrop Trailblazer Award
Honoree!We invite you to share in our warm-hearted giving to our
charity partners. -Sponsorship opportunities are available. Contact
Kim Sporrer, CWBA Executive Director, at execdir@cwba.org . Join us
for lots of holiday cheer and warm-hearted giving - to our charity
partners! The Convention Committee typically meets at 5:30 p.m. on
Zoom the second Monday of each month unless there are scheduling
conflicts. The - Convention Committee -plans the CWBA's Annual
Convention. Committee duties include selecting the site for the
Convention, negotiating the contract for the site and selecting a
keynote speaker. The committee also plans the Convention theme,
identifies and contacts speakers for Convention programs, solicits
sponsors, and coordinates Convention entertainment, and many other
logistics and plans. - This committee typically meets the second
Tuesday of each month at Noon unless there is a necessary schedule
change. - All members welcome to attend at any time! The -
Membership and Mentorship Committee - is the recruiting
coordinator, welcome wagon, and social chair of the CWBA! The
committee hosts four networking and social events throughout the
year, including the annual Membership Appreciation event each
Spring. The committee works to promote greater awareness of the
CWBAwithin the legal community and throughout the state -to ensure
that -each -new -member -feels welcome and empowered to get more
involved in the organization. - This committee also - manages CWBA
LIFT!, our mentoring program, and works with our law student
liaisons to CU and DU law schools to increase ties between women
attorneys and law students and keep women in the organization
through the transition from law school to practice; supports a
series of discussion gatherings on gender bias in the law; and does
outreach to seasoned attorney members including legacy leaders and
recently retired members to involve them in mentoring. This
committee typically meets the second Tuesday of each month at Noon
unless there is a necessary schedule change. - All members welcome
to attend at any time! The - Membership and Mentorship Committee -
is the recruiting coordinator, welcome wagon, and social chair of
the CWBA! The committee hosts four networking and social events
throughout the year, including the annual Membership Appreciation
event each Spring. The committee works to promote greater awareness
of the CWBAwithin the legal community and throughout the state -to
ensure that -each -new -member -feels welcome and empowered to get
more involved in the organization. - This committee also - manages
CWBA LIFT!, our mentoring program, and works with our law student
liaisons to CU and DU law schools to increase ties between women
attorneys and law students and keep women in the organization
through the transition from law school to practice; supports a
series of discussion gatherings on gender bias in the law; and does
outreach to seasoned attorney members including legacy leaders and
recently retired members to involve them in mentoring. For more
information, contact -Membership and Mentorship Committee
-Co-Chairs Kylie Ngu and Sally Roller. THE ADVOCATE
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