3. What is IFBW?
• IFBW (Illinois Federation of Business
Women’s Clubs, Inc.)
• Professional organization made up of
women in the community who work
together to train, mentor, and develop
future leaders.
4. What is IFBW?
• Our members develop invaluable
leadership skills, lifelong friendships,
and a competitive advantage over non-
members which will propel them to
excel in any endeavor that they attempt.
5. What is IFBW?
• We are advocates for gender equality in
the workplace and supporters of
women’s rights.
• Our legislative platforms are important
to the future of women in our country.
6. IFBW History
When was IFBW chartered?
1919
Where is IFBW?
There are 500 Members in 26 Locals
(North of Chicago – Carbondale)
7. IFBW Mission
IFBW advocates professional and
personal growth, leadership
development, and participation,
equity and economic self-sufficiency
for working women through
education, legislation, and
networking.
9. IFBW Collect
Keep us, oh God, from pettiness; let us be large in thought, in
word, in deed,
Let us be done with fault-finding and leave off self-seeking
May we put away all pretense and meet each other face to
face –without self-pity and without Prejudice.
May we never be hasty in judgment and always generous.
Let us take time for all things: make us grow calm, serene,
gentle
Teach us to put into action our better impulses,
straightforward and unafraid.
Grant that we may realize it is the little things that create
differences, that in the big things of life we are at one.
And may we strive to touch and to know the great, common
human heart of us all, and, Oh, Lord God, let us forget not
to be kind.
11. IFBW Emblem
This Emblem binds us all
In one great sisterhood.
It bids us heed our conscience call
For nobler womanhood.
God guide us when we wear
This emblem o’er our heart
And keep us true and always fair
God bless us as we part.
12. Governing IFBW
• Bylaws for every level
• Policies & Procedures (State Level)
• Standing Rules
13. What IFBW does.
Each year, local organizations:
– Sponsor several service projects
– Raise funds for Local & Region scholarships
– Host informative programs
– Build relationships
Our motto: ―Women Helping Women‖
14. How can we keep in
touch?
– Meetings (Local, Region, State)
– Newsletters—Region and Local
– Websites
• IFBW State: www.ifbwc.org
– State publication (Illinois Bulletin)
– Social media sites
• Facebook: http://tiny.cc/ifbwcfbp
• Twitter : @ifbwc
15. Member benefits
• Advocacy Opportunities
• Networking Opportunities
– Develop business contacts
• Professional Development
• Relationships
– Service to Others
– Flexible involvement
18. Expectations
– Attend meetings (Local, Region, State)
– Take part in Local & Region projects
• Community outreach
• Service
• Fundraising
– Spread the word about IFBW
– Have Fun!!!
20. Structure
Standing Committees
• Bylaws
• Finance and fundraising
• Leadership development
• Legislation
• Membership growth and education
• Public relations
21. IFBW
Structure
State Federation
Board of Directors
Executive
Committee (6) Standing Committee Chairs (6)
President Bylaws Region Directors & Associates (12)
President Elect Finance Region 1
Vice President Leadership Development McCarrey Region
Secretary Legislation Region 4
Treasurer Membership Region 5
Immediate Past Public Relations
President
Non voting member:
Parliamentary Advisor
Executive Standing Committee
Committee (5) Chairs (6)
Director Bylaws
1st Assoc. Director Finance
2nd Assoc. Director Leadership Development
Secretary Legislation
Treasurer Membership
Non voting member: Public Relations
Parliamentary Advisor
Local Organizations
22. State Officers 2012-2013
Courtney Tegeler
President Tina Klien
President-Elect Pam McKay
Vice President
Carla Tucker
Treasurer Kim Pettit
Secretary
23. Dues and fees
Dues and fees
Paid annually on join date
IFBW State dues: $ 35 per member
$ 13 per student member
Local dues: $ varies
Region dues: $ varies (typically paid by local)
IFBW has been around a long time.We were chartered in 1919 with a mission of “Women Helping Women”.In 1947, our first statewide leadership conference was held. We still have this annual conference today.IFBW has 26 local organizations in Illinois with around 500 members and growing.While our local organization directly impacts our community, the 25 other local organizations all over the state are doing the same thing. Together, our efforts are changing the world we live in.
IFBW’s mission statement and vision statement are our guiding principles. They’ve inspired generations of IFBW members—and they still hold true today.Our mission statement is:(Recite mission statement)
Our vision statement is: (Recite vision statement)Both of these statements sum up our goals and why we were formed as an organization.
Our collect was written in 1904 as a “prayer for the day,” not for any particular person or group.It was published as a Collect for the organization women because the author believed that the concept of women working together with wide interests and important goals was new and that a special meditation of their own would give them a sense of unity. The National Federation adopted Mary Stewart’s Collect at its Conference in 1921. (Recite the Collect)
IFBW’s emblem was selected at the 2011 convention because it symbolizes the programs to which the Federation is dedicated. NIKE: The Winged Victory of Samothrace. This Greek goddess is the symbol of strength, progress, freedom, and triumph. She squarely faces the winds and waves of inequality, injustice, prejudice, and all other limitations.TORCH: The symbol of light, wisdom, principle, and leadership. As the women of this organization come together, we provide our light and wisdom to other working women in our communities and within the state.WAND: The winged staff of Mercury, herald of a new day for women and the symbol of opportunity, equality, cooperation, healing, harmony, and power.SHIP OF COMMERCE: Symbol of economic independence, adventures in friendship, activity, and growth.SCROLL: The Scroll of Achievement symbolizes our Federation’s Ideals and Achievements and denotes our obligation to the future.
The Emblem Benediction is used as a closing prayer or benediction at IFBW Functions. The words may be sung to the tune of “Blest Be the Tie That Binds”. (Recite or sing Benediction)Thesymbols in our Emblem are below the inscription IFBW and are within the outline of our beloved State. The outline of our state represents the endless friendships and the sisterly bond between the women in this state. The PIN is our emblem of membership and is worn in a vertical position over the heart, with no pin above it. The proper placement of the pin over the heart is important to all members. (Show where your pin is located, if you have one.)As a member of IFBW, you are encouraged to proudly display the official membership pin, which depicts our emblem. Some local organizations include a pin with the membership dues or new member initiation fee. If your local does not provide a pin, you are invited to contact the State President to inquire about ordering one.
The governance of IFBW is very important at each level of our organization. I am going to briefly discuss our governance which is also found in your IFBW manual.1.The State Federation has bylaws at every level. They are reviewed annually and require approval from the convention body for changes.2.The State Federation has “Model” bylaws for Region and Local Organizations to use as a pattern.3.Regions and Local Organizations may adopt bylaws for their particular needs, but must meet the guidelines from the “Model” bylaws.4.The bylaws keep the organization operating in an orderly and businesslike manner. Each member should study and become familiar with the State, Region, and Local Organization bylaws.5.The State Federation has adopted Policies & Procedures that serve as a guide for the members, the state officers, state board members, region officers, and local organization officers in conducting the business and furthering the aims of the federation. 6.Standing Rules may be adopted. A Standing Rule is an action or resolution that would be permanent in nature or that would establish precedent or policy, but cannot be in conflict with the bylaws.
It is very important for our organization to be active in the community, so every year we:1.Sponsor several service projects (Clothing Drives, Book Drive, Toiletry Drives, etc.)2.Raise funds for Local & Region scholarships3.Host informative programs (Leadership, Interviewing, Time Management, etc.)4.Build relationships (networking, socials, etc.)(Talk about events you have been involved in and how it affected you.)From the very beginning of this club in 1919 our motto has been: “Women Helping Women”
Other important member benefits include projects we do across the state. They include “Choices”, Reality Store, and a Speak Off Competition.The “Choices” program:Started the day a young single mother came to one of our sister organizations in tears because she couldn’t afford to pay her rent and feed her two children properly. “Why didn’t someone tell me what it would be like when I grew up?” she cried. Her question made real what we already knew, at least in an abstract sense, that millions of mothers and children in this country are living in or near poverty, because they did not understand the choices they would have to make for their future and were poorly prepared to make the best choices. The goal of this program is to encourage higher educational career aspirations, discourage self-destructive behavior such as drug/alcohol abuse, violence and dropping out of school, encourage students to plan for self-sufficiency, to delay motherhood, and prepare them for the many choices/challenges they will encounter as they grow into adulthood. Can be accomplished with a one day workshop or a mentorship program that lasts several weeks.Reality Store:Educational experience that gives students and young adults a glimpse of their future. In this interactive program, students participate in exercises to determine their most important values, identify their ideal careers, living within a monthly budget, and work through critical life choices. In its condensed game format, students learn the "reality" of making appropriate choices in planning for career, family, and their education. In 2012, IFBW implemented a category based Speak Off Competition with the two categories for Young Professionals and Career Professionals. Our goal is to allow our participants to be judged fairly based on similar peer groups. Participants will have the opportunity to improve their public speaking, interviewing, and networking skills.
Some other perks include:An Illinois Bulletin which is published quarterly to update you about IFBW locals all over the state.Also, affordable training is offered at Interim Board, Convention, and local/region events.(Pass around an Illinois Bulletin or a training brochure.)
Here is a glimpse of the IFBW Structure.There are so many leadership positions in which you can be elected, whether statewide or in your local.
Our State Officers for 2012-2013 are pictured above.The State President- Courtney Tegeler from Effingham LO.President-Elect- Tina Klien from Southwestern, IL LO.Vice President- Pam McKay from Centralia LO.Treasurer- Carla Tucker from Champaign LO.Kim Pettit- Secretary- Kim Pettit from downtown Chicago LO.(LO= Local Organization)
Thank you so much for joining IFBW! We are so excited to have you as a member!
