Pacific Northwest

Welcome Message
Welcome to the PCMA Pacific Northwest Chapter consisting of members in Washington, Oregon, Idaho, Alaska and Montana. Known as, "the Little Chapter That Could" our relatively small Chapter is dedicated to continuing education and community service.

We have produced many leaders, created exciting new programs, and utilized technology to better serve our members. We are particularly proud to have helped host the 2008 PCMA Annual Meeting with record breaking attendance.

Our Chapter meets quarterly with powerful education and networking opportunities throughout Washington State. Check the events calendar for the next meeting. We hope to meet you soon!

Number of Members: 276 and climbing

Geographic Territories: Washington, Oregon, Idaho, Alaska, Montana

A Message From the President:
Hard to believe that we are in the last quarter of 2008! It has been a fabulous year and I am very proud of all the work our committees and Board of Directors have done this year. Our membership is 40% higher this September from last September. We are keeping the energy going and look forward to more members joining us in 2009. We are already well underway for our plans for next year and can use more help on all of our committees. Please take the time to review the volunteer form and let us know how you would like to get involved.

Vivian Eickhoff, Microsoft Corporation is taking over as President for 2009 and I am excited to see the new directions that we go as a Chapter under her strong leadership.

Here is the official 2009 Board of Directors and Committee Member List:

President: Vivian Eickhoff
President Elect: Heidi Rogers
Immediate Past President: Krista Fleming
Treasurer: Shannon Shannon
Secretary: Mike Oeschner
Director - Supplier: Meg Harper, Karri Zuvela, Keith Backsen
Director - Planner: Mariana Gallo, Emily Houg, Rebecca Partman
Idaho Laison: Wendy Haught
Oregon Laison: Cathy Mason

Committee Chairs:
Communications: Kendall McElliott
Membership: Cathy Mason & Cindi Newell-Timmons
Nominating: Mike Ditter
Community Service: Erin Walsh
Programs: Keith Backsen & Karri Zuvela
Sponsorship: Meg Harper

2008 Goals:
Goal 1: Promote PCMA Membership recruitment and retention at the Chapter level in all regions of our chapter.
We are at 276 members and climbing. Our highest membership to date! With representation from all 5 states in our Chapter.

Goal 2: Provide relevant education and opportunities for informal learning, focused on the needs of local chapter members.
Thank you to the outstanding Program Committee who planned excellent programs throughout the year. Please make sure to attend the 7th Annual Industry Summit on September 23rd and our Workshop with Joan Eisenstodt on October 15th.

Goal 3: Maintain sound chapter business practices through financial management, bylaw adherence and efficient operations including succession planning.
The new Chapter bylaws were approved at the June 18th program. The Board is working on the policy and procedures that will be posted online once approved.

Goal 4: Provide effective communication through the website and other media.
The updates to our website are beginning. You can now access more information about upcoming programs and reference documents to help keep you informed. Look for more updates to come. Make sure you take use of the personal profile pages and PCMA Connect.

Thank you for this opportunity to serve as your President. I look forward to gathering with our fellow members within PCMA at the Annual Meeting in New Orleans January 2009. Don't miss this excellent educational and networking event. Registration is now open.

Thanks!
Krista Fleming 2008 President

Get Involved
Contact the Chapter President to see how you can become more involved in PCMA at krista@kfevents.com
OR mail:
Pacific Northwest Chapter of PCMA
PO Box 2249
Seattle, WA 98111

2008 Sponsors: