The Women in Logistics Task Force is pleased to announce the recent success of its National Launch Events, with over 600 participants across the country! The message from Keynote Angela Mondou, "Take Action" and "Be Accountable" was enthusiastically endorsed.

Vancouver Launch Event: April 30th, 2007, held at the Terminal City Club with a turnout of 90 people and featured local hosts Linda Lucas and Theresa Knudson.

Calgary Launch Event: had an excellent turnout of 131 participants at the Calgary Chamber of Commerce on May 1st, 2007, featuring local hosts Dr. Deborah Hurst and Debi Noseworthy.

Toronto Launch Event: was met with an overwhelming 220 guests on May 3rd, 2007! This event was held at the Verdi Hospitality Centre with local hosts Heather Cartwright and Ruth Snowden.

Montreal Launch Event: May 14th, 2007 with a guest list of 70. Catherine Martineau and Catherine Noonan hosted the event in both English and French at the Molson Hospitality Centre.

Ottawa Launch Event: On May 15th the initiative held its first 'lunch' Launch Event at the Warrant Officer and Sergeants Mess with a nice group of 38. Capt(N). Louise Siew was the local host.

Halifax Launch Event: May 17th, 2007, a participant list of 58 turned out to The Prince George Hotel. Nancy Allin and Dr. Deborah Hurst were the local hosts.

The cross Country events featured keynote speaker Angela Mondou, P.Log. and best selling author of Hit the Ground Leading. As a bonus, each participant of the Launch Events received a copy of Angela's best selling book.

Event comments:

"I not only found last night's event enjoyable but very inspirational. It was interesting to know that some of the issues facing the women within our organization are common amongst private sector companies as well. Also, as you alluded to, I had never heard of the Logistics Institute. I believe this helps provide additional options for staff who wish to advance their career. I would be very interested in attending any further events such as this. Thanks so much!"

"It was indeed interesting to discuss our reasoning for career choice and the challenges we face. I look forward to seeing their web site updated with the information they will gather across Canada. Thank you it was very beneficial."

"The session last night was still very informative. The feedback I gave about my experiences in the workforce was given as much credence as the others who actually work in the logistics field. What the Institute does with the information gathered last night will be interesting to see. I enjoyed the key-note speaker and spending time with my Supply colleagues."

"Today's Ottawa launch event was great!! Thanks to everyone involved in organizing, and looking forward to more activities! I suggest a game of golf some time this summer!!!"

"I just wanted to let you know that I really enjoyed the session. I thought it was a great event and networking experience. I look forward to speaking with you in the future as our organization looks to become more involved with the Logistics Institute and related events."

"Congratulations of your successful launch. Myself and my colleagues from PMAC quite enjoyed the evening. It's a great concept. Looking forward to hearing more of your findings and participating in any future networking events."

"Thanks for passing on the information for this event. All of the UPS SCS ladies enjoyed the evening and look forward to upcoming events. It was nice to see so many people in the industry, many whom we knew. Please keep me plugged in."

Women in Logistics in the press:

MM&D e-newsletter

Vancouver Sun