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Soul Spa Inspirations |
Spiritual Corner Take time to nourish your soul, mind, and body with Words of wisdom and relaxation |
Lady CEOs On The Move |
Arts & Entertainment |
Ashley Brown President of Off The Field - NFL wives striving to enrich women where they live |
Cathy McMorris Rodgers U.S. Congresswoman 5th District of Washington |
Multi-Media Mix Music for your soul, jazz, r & b, classical and all. Women on the big screen..Creativity |
Cathy McMorris Rodgers is proof that what we were taught as children is true today. In America, with a positive attitude, hard work, and dedication, we can rise from simple beginnings to important positions of influence. Cathy was born to a farming family with deep roots in Eastern Washington. The early members of the McMorris family settled as pioneers in Walla Walla in 1853. Growing up, Cathy worked on the family orchard side by side with her parents and younger brother. |
Women In Politics |
Cathy was the first in her family to attend and graduate from college. She worked her way through Pensacola Christian College in Florida and later earned her Executive MBA from the University of Washington. She served five terms as a citizen legislator in Olympia eventually being elected to minority leader. When the legislature was not in session Cathy worked in her parents’ small business, Peachcrest Fruit Basket, near Kettle Falls, Washington. In 2004 Cathy was elected to Congress where she now serves in her third term representing Eastern Washington's Fifth Congressional District. Cathy's responsibilities have changed significantly over the years but she has remained true to her roots. She believes in the promise of America. In Congress, Cathy promotes policies to give wider opportunities to families and small businesses. She works to keep taxes down, strongly supports our troops and veterans, and works to improve access to quality, affordable health care. Her committee assignments position her to further this agenda. Cathy currently serves on: House Armed Services Committee Education and Labor Committee Workforce Protections Subcommittee Natural Resources Committee |
Meg Whitman One of the world’s most respected business leaders Meg earned a reputation. |
Cathy was chosen to be a member of the Republican Leadership team in 2009, where she is vice chair of the Conference. McMorris Rodgers is a Republican who finds opportunities to work across party lines. Cathy served as Co-Chair of the bipartisan Congressional Women's Caucus with Representative Lois Capps (D-CA). Along with democratic Congressman Adam Smith, she introduced Health IT legislation and is co-leading a statewide Health IT task force to position Washington for future Health IT advancements. She is married to Brian Rodgers, a retired 26 year active-duty Navy Commander; they have one son. |
Silke Endress Man of the Month |
"Keeping our nation and communities safe is my top priority as a Member of Congress. I appreciate the professionalism, service and dedication of the nation’s men and women serving in the Armed Forces. I know first-hand the sacrifice our men and women in uniform make in order to keep us safe. My husband Brian is a 26-year retired Navy pilot. I am committed to maintaining a military that is capable of protecting America’s national interests and ensuring our nation’s veterans receive the benefits and respect they deserve. We must ensure our military men and woman have the tools they need to stay safe and effective. Those who serve in our military do so voluntarily and are willing sacrifice to protect our nation’s borders and interests. Our country therefore owes them access to the benefits and care the military men, women and their families deserve." |
Bishop McKissick Jr. Senior Pastor of Bethel Baptist Institutional Church, located in Jacksonville, Florida. |
Supported new GI Bill educational benefit for veterans and their families; Facilitated VA Sec Peake’s February 2008 visit to Walla Walla Veteran Medical Center where there is a new outpatient facility planned for 2012; Instrumental in ensuring local veterans receive the recognition they’ve earned like the Purple Heart, the Bronze Star and Distinguished Flying Cross; Led the successful effort to prevent the Air Force from moving the 36 RQF from Fairchild Air Force Base which provides vital search and rescue capabilities throughout the Northwest; Hosted Forward Fairchild visit to Washington, D.C./Pentagon; Working hard to ensure the next generation of air refueling tankers is based at Fairchild Air Force Base, including leading a January 2008 delegation visit to Air Mobility Commander at Scott AFB, Illinois |
Women In Politics |
Catherine Minnis, President NBMBA Catherine Minnis serves as the Director of Community Outreach for the South Florida Super Bowl Host Committee. |
Mayor Shirley Gibson Had a vision in 1996 of political self- determination, civic empowerment for her community. Ms. Gibson organized and successfully created the largest predominately African- American municipality in Florida. |
Dr. Teresa Hairston, Publisher Over two decades ago, a four page newsletter called the Gospel SCORE emerged on the scene with a focus on gospel music and the Urban community. |
CEO On The Cover |
Nan A. Markowitz, Director of Operations Super Bowl Host Committee Miami overseeing every aspect of the Pro Bowl and Super Bowl in Miami to millions of fans |
Helen Vella, Coach, Trainer Vella & Associates formed in the United Kingdom in 2000 uses techniques that help each individual overcome challenges, find their purpose, realize their potential, and reach their goals. |
Decor Le'Home |
Success by Design |
Women & Sports |
Lady CEOs On The Move |
Sophisticated Intentions |
Manolo Blahnik, Designer From Santa Cruz de La Palma, Canary Islands, is a Spanish born British fashion designer and founder of the self-named, high-end shoe brand. |
Healthy Living |
Discover Healthy Eating Habits Learning to cook is not only a terrific way to express creativity share ideas and spend time with family and friends, cooking is also an excellent way for children to explore. |
It's no secret that lighting can make or break the ambiance of a room. Metal halide is an improved lighting technology. |