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We want you to meet the amazing women of YWCA’s Women’s Leadership Institute. Get to know Women’s Leadership Institute Faculty Member, Connie Thackaberry, Support Services Manager at Thompson Hine LLP. Connie has been a part of the Women’s Leadership faculty for two years but she is also a graduate of the program. Apply by October… Continue Reading Q & A With YWCA Women’s Leadership Institute Faculty Member: Connie Thackaberry

Michelle Hervey Partner BakerHostetler The landscape of tax controversies and transaction is complex.  Michelle Hervey, a Partner at BakerHostetler, works hard navigating it all for her clients and colleagues.  Her colleague describes her as a leader and trusted adviser; her family describes her as “smart, fun and cool.” She focuses more on her analytical skills. … Continue Reading Michelle Hervey: Woman of Professional Excellence

Carolyn M. Cole Associate Thompson Hine LLP Carolyn M. Cole’s commitment to her work does not go unnoticed.  Thompson Hine LLC relies on her to help recruit, mentor and retain the high quality associates they employ.  In return, Carolyn feels lucky and proud to learn from her colleagues every day and work in an organization… Continue Reading Carolyn M. Cole: Woman of Professional Excellence

Policy Recommendations To decrease gun violence for women and girls, particularly women and girls of color, YWCA USA endorses the following policy responses: Keep guns out of the hands of perpetrators of domestic violence, stalking, and other intimate partner violence Prohibit those convicted of domestic violence and stalking from obtaining firearms, as well as those… Continue Reading YWCA USA: Preventing Gun Violence

Sheila Trauernicht Cheif Communications Officer Westfield Insurance Sheila Trauernicht’s favorite piece of advice comes from Michelle Obama, who said “Failure is a feeling long before it is an actual result.”  That’s a powerful reminder to avoid being paralyzed by fear – if you’re afraid to do something, just do it afraid! As Westfield’s Chief Communications… Continue Reading Sheila Trauernicht: Woman of Professional Excellence