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MINUTES AND REPORTS

EXECUTIVE COMMITTEEMEETING

WASHINGTON, DC

MAY 30-31, 2014

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MINUTESFEDERALLY EMPLOYED WOMEN

EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE (EC) MEETINGWashington Court Hotel525 New Jersey Ave NW

Washington, DCMay 30-31, 2014

I. Credentials Report: Secretary conducted the Roll Call and a Quorum was established. (Exhibit #1) Meeting began at 1:34pm.

II. Adoption of Standing Rules: Standing Rules were adopted as published. (Exhibit 2)

III. Adoption of Agenda: (Exhibit 3)a. Motion #1: It was moved and seconded that the Agenda be accepted as amended. Motion

Carried.

IV. Appointment of Tellers/Pages, Timer, and Minutes Approval Committee: (Exhibit 4)Page/Teller: Rachel CombsTimer: Rachel CombsMinutes Approval Committee: Georgia Thomas, Chair, Judy Rush and Kim Kirkpatrick

V. Approval of Minutes of EC Meeting held in Baltimore, Maryland – October 11-12, 2013 Minutes were approved by the Minutes Approval Committee. Minutes stand as approved. (Exhibit 5).

VII. Reports of Elected Officers:

A. National President : Report presented by Michelle Crockett (Exhibit 6)

B. Executive Vice President : Report presented by Wanda Killingsworth (Exhibit 7).

1) National Oversight Committee : Report presented by Wanda Killingsworth (Exhibit 8).

2) DCG Report: Report submitted by Robin Sutton (Exhibit 9).

C. Vice President for Policy & Planning : Report submitted by Brenda Hagar (Exhibit 10).

And Strategic Planning Report

D. Vice President for Congressional Relations : No Report submitted by Matthew Fogg (Exhibit 11).

E. Vice President for Compliance : Report submitted by Melvie Hall-Bellinger (Exhibit 12).

F. Vice President for Diversity : Report presented by Georgia Thomas (Exhibit 13).

G. Vice President for Membership and Chapter Organization : Report submitted by Dawn Nester (Exhibit 14).

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Motion #1: Wanda Killingsworth moved that the Executive Committee revoke the Chapter Charter for the James River Chapter. Seconded by Kim Kirkpatrick. Motion Carried.

H. Vice President for Training : Report presented by Suzi Inman (Exhibit 15).

Motion #2: Suzi Inman moved that the Executive Committee vote for the following individual for National Training Program or National Event Chair 2015. Seconded by Wanda Killingsworth. Motion Carried.

I. National Secretary : Report presented by Joan Chopp (Exhibit 16).

J. National Treasurer : Report presented by Carol Jones (Exhibit 17).

K. Nominations Chair: Report presented by Bernice Waller (Exhibit 18).

L. Immediate Past President : Report presented by Sue Webster (Exhibit 19).

VIII. Reports of Standing Committees

A. Awards Chair : Report presented by Sapana Patel (Exhibit 20).

B. Bylaws Chair : Report presented by Kimberly Kirkpatrick (Exhibit 21).

Motion #3: Kim Kirkpatrick moved that the Executive Committee endorse the proposed bylaws change:Current Language: ARTICLE V – REGIONS, Section 1. For the purposes of coordinating chapter activities in the same geographic area and with the National Organization, chapters shall be assigned to at least one of ten regions.Proposed Change: ARTICLE V- REGIONS, Section 1. For the purposes of coordinating chapter activities in the same geographic area and with the National Organization, chapters shall be assigned to one of ten regions.Seconded by Wanda Killingsworth. Motion Carried

Motion #4: Kim Kirkpatrick moved that the Executive Committee endorse the proposed bylaws change:Current Language: ARTICLE III – MEMBERSHIP and DUES, Section 2. Restrictions – A majority of the membership will be current and retired employees of the Federal Government and the District of Columbia Government; however, no person will be restricted from membership, segregated or otherwise discriminated against within the organization on the grounds of sex, race, color, age, marital status, national origin, political affiliation, religion, mental or physical handicap.Proposed Change: ARTICLE III – MEMBERSHIP and DUES, Section 2. Restrictions – A majority of the membership will be current and retired employees of the Federal Government and the District of Columbia Government; however, no person will be restricted from membership, segregated or otherwise discriminated against within the organization on the grounds of sex, race, color, age, marital status, national origin, political affiliation, religion, mental or physical disability.Seconded by Wanda Killingsworth. Motion Carried.

Motion #5: Kim Kirkpatrick moved that the Executive Committee endorse the proposed bylaws change:Current Language: ARTICLE VIII – OFFICERS, Section 2. Eligibility

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In addition: (a) The candidates for National President shall have served as a member of the National Board of Directors for at least the previous two (2) years.Proposed Change: ARTICLE VIII – OFFICERS, Section 2. Eligibility

In addition: (a) The candidates for National President shall have served as a member of the National Board of Directors for at least the previous two (2) years and in congruence with the nature and mission of the organization the candidate may only be a Federally Employed Woman.

Seconded by Wanda Killingsworth. Motion Carried.

Motion #6: Kim Kirkpatrick moved that the Executive Committee endorse the proposed bylaws change:

Current Language: ARTICLE VIII – OFFICERSProposed Change: ARTICLE VIII – OFFICERS, Section 6. Political Campaigns outside of FEW – As a non-partisan, non-profit organization FEW absolutely refrains from participating in any political campaigns of candidates for local, state, or federal office. Further, any officer running for candidacy in a local, state or federal office will refrain from sending partisan political literature to FEW members and refrain from using FEW’s name, logo, and its members in any campaign advertisement or literature. Officers found in violation of this provision, will immediately be removed from office.

Seconded by Wanda Killingsworth. Motion Carried.

Motion #7: Kim Kirkpatrick moved that the Executive Committee endorse the proposed bylaws change:

Current Language: ARTICLE VIII – OFFICERS, Section 5. Removal from Office – Any elected officer may be removed from office for nonperformance of duties, malfeasance, or misfeasance by a two-thirds vote of the Board of Directors. Such a vacancy shall be filled as stated in ARTICLE IX hereof.Proposed Change: ARTICLE VIII – OFFICERS, Section 5. Removal from Office – Any elected officer may be removed from office for nonperformance of duties, malfeasance, or misfeasance by a two-thirds vote of the Executive Committee or Board of Directors. Such a vacancy shall be filled as stated in ARTICLE IX hereof.

Seconded by Wanda Killingsworth. Motion Carried.

Motion #8: Kim Kirkpatrick moved that the Executive Committee endorse the proposed bylaws change:Current Language: ARTICLE XI – NOMINATIONS AND ELECTIONS, Section 2. At the semi-annual Board of Directors’ meeting in even-numbered years, the Board shall vote for the Elections Chair. The term of office for the Elections Chair shall be through the Annual Membership Meeting in even-numbered years.(a) The Elections Chair shall appoint two additional members if the chair determines a committee is

needed.(b) The Elections Chair shall prepare an Election plan subject to the approval of the Executive

Committee at the spring meeting.(c) The Election Chair shall be responsible for receipt of ballots from voting members, validating and

tallying ballots received; or the receipt of voting reports if the election is done electronically.

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(d) Elections shall be by plurality vote.(e) The Elections Committee shall notify all candidates of the election results at least 30 days before

the Annual Membership meeting; shall prepare and present an election report, which includes announcing elections results, for the Annual Membership meeting in even-numbered years.

Proposed Change: ARTICLE XI – NOMINATIONS AND ELECTIONS, Section 2. The Nomination Officer shall prepare an Election plan subject to the approval of the Executive Committee at the spring meeting.(a) The Nominations Officer shall use a vendor for electronic voting; the vendor shall be responsible

for receipt of ballots from voting members, validating and tallying ballots received; and provide voting report to the Nomination Officer.

(b) Elections shall be by plurality vote.(c) Nominations Officer shall notify all candidates of the election results at least 30 days before the

Annual Membership meeting; shall prepare and present an election report, which includes announcing election results, for the Annual Membership meeting in even-numbered years.

Seconded by Wanda Killingsworth. Motion Carried.

Motion #9: Kim Kirkpatrick moved that the Executive Committee endorse the proposed bylaws change:

Current Language: ARTICLE VIII OFFICERS, Section 3. Term of Office – Officers’ terms shall begin following installation at the National Training Program in even-numbered years and these officers shall serve for a term of two years.Proposed Language: ARTICLE VIII OFFICERS, Section 3. Term of Office – Officers’ terms shall begin following installation at the Annual Meeting in even-numbered years and these officers shall serve for a term of two years.

Seconded by Wanda Killingsworth. Motion Withdrawn

Motion #10: Kim Kirkpatrick moved that the Executive Committee endorse the proposed bylaws change:

Current Language: ARTICLE VIII OFFICERS, Section 3. Term of Office – Officers’ terms shall begin following installation at the National Training Program in even-numbered years and these officers shall serve for a term of two years.Proposed Language: ARTICLE VIII OFFICERS, Section 3. Term of Office – Officers’ terms shall begin following installation at a National Event in even-numbered years and these officers shall serve for a term of two years.

Seconded by Wanda Killingsworth. Motion Carried.

C. Communications Chair : Report presented by Shelly McCoy (Exhibit 22).

D. Contracts Chair : Report submitted by Bethany Belice (Exhibit 23).

E. Finance Chair Report : Report submitted by Vanessa Elliott (Exhibit 24)

F. NTP 2014 Committee Chair : Report presented by Marion Stevens (Exhibit 25).

G. Publications, Policy and Review Committee Chair : Report presented by Judy Rush

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(Exhibit 26).

H. Scholarship Chair : Report presented by Sheryl Coleman (Exhibit 27).

Motion #11: Sheryl Coleman moved that the Executive Committee approve these individuals receive the 2014 Leadership Summit Scholarship award:

Carissa Bedford – Southeast Region – Magnolia ChapterLaura Dillander – Southeast Region – Derby City ChapterJacqueline Wasik – Western Region – Phoenix Valley of the Sun Chapter

Seconded by Suzi Inman. Motion Carried.

Motion #12: Sheryl Coleman moved that the Executive Committee approve this individual receive the 2014 Retiree Leadership Summit Scholarship award:

Jacqueline Wilkins – Southeast Region, Savanna River Chapter

Seconded by Suzi Inman. Motion Carried.

Motion #13: Sheryl Coleman moved that the Executive Committee approve this individual receivethe 2014 Collegiate FEW member scholarship award:

Tamara Jackson – Southeast Region, Greater Atlanta Chapter

Seconded by Suzy Inman. Motion Carried.

Motion #14: Sheryl Coleman moved that the Executive Committee approve this individual receivethe 2014 Collegiate FEW FAMILY member scholarship award:

Loreal Bledsoe – DC Metro

Seconded by Suzy Inman. Motion Carried.

Meeting adjourned at 4;45 pmMeeting reconvened at 9:14 am on Saturday, May 31, 2014

The following two presentation were moved to Saturday morning, May 31, 2014

Nominations Chair: Report presented by Bernice Waller (Exhibit 18).

Awards Chair: Report presented by Sapana Patel (Exhibit 20).

Motion #15: Sapana Patel moved that the following award in the NPPM I. B. 4. A. Distinguished

Service Award go to:

XXX (Name will be added to minutes after awards are presented at the National Event in

Washington, DC in July 2014.

Seconded by Wanda Killingsworth. Motion Carried.

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Motion #16: Sapana Patel moved that the following award in the NPPM I. B. 4. B. Barbara

Boardman Tennant Award go to:

XXX (Name will be added to minutes after awards are presented at the National Event in

Washington, DC in July 2014.

Seconded by Wanda Killingsworth. Motion Carried.

Motion #17: Sapana Patel moved that the following award in the NPPM I. B. 4. C. Allie Latimer

Award go to:

XXX (Names will be added to minutes after awards are presented at the National Event in

Washington, DC in July 2014.

Seconded by Wanda Killingsworth. Motion Carried.

Motion #18: Sapana Patel moved that the following award in the NPPM I. B. 4. D. Federal

Department Award go to:

XXX (Name will be added to minutes after awards are presented at the National Event in

Washington, DC in July 2014.

Seconded by Wanda Killingsworth. Motion Carried.

Motion #19: Sapana Patel moved that the following award in the NPPM I. B. 4. G. Champion of

Diversity Award go to:

XXX (Name will be added to minutes after awards are presented at the National Event in

Washington, DC in July 2014.

Seconded by Wanda Killingsworth. Motion Carried.

Motion #20: Sapana Patel moved that the following award in the NPPM I. B. 4. J. Chapter

Achievement Awards I. A. Best Chapter Newsletter go to:

XXX (Names will be added to minutes after awards are presented at the National Event in

Washington, DC in July 2014.

Seconded by Wanda Killingsworth. Motion Carried.

Motion #21: Sapana Patel moved that the following award in the NPPM I. B. 4. J. Chapter

Achievement Awards I. B. Best Chapter Programs go to:

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XXX (Names will be added to minutes after awards are presented at the National Event in

Washington, DC in July 2014.

Seconded by Wanda Killingsworth. Motion Carried.

Motion #22: Sapana Patel moved that the following award in the NPPM I. B. 4. J. Chapter

Achievement Awards I. C. Best Chapter Fundraiser go to:

XXX (Names will be added to minutes after awards are presented at the National Event in

Washington, DC in July 2014.

Seconded by Wanda Killingsworth. Motion Carried.

Motion #23: Sapana Patel moved that the following award in the NPPM I. B. 4. J. Chapter

Achievement Awards I. D. Best Chapter Membership go to:

XXX (Names will be added to minutes after awards are presented at the National Event in

Washington, DC in July 2014.

Seconded by Wanda Killingsworth. Motion Carried.

Motion #24: Sapana Patel moved that the following award in the NPPM I. B. 4. J. Chapter

Achievement Awards I. E. Best Chapter Special Emphasis Program go to:

XXX (Names will be added to minutes after awards are presented at the National Event in

Washington, DC in July 2014.

Seconded by Wanda Killingsworth. Motion Carried.

Motion #25 Sapana Patel moved that the following award in the NPPM I. B. 4. J. Chapter

Achievement Awards I. F. Best Chapter Special Project go to:

XXX (Names will be added to minutes after awards are presented at the National Event in

Washington, DC in July 2014.

Seconded by Wanda Killingsworth. Motion Carried.

Motion #26: Sapana Patel moved that the following award in the NPPM I. B. 4. I Helen R. Dudley

Chapter Overall Achievement award go to:.

XXX (Name will be added to minutes after awards are presented at the National Event in

Washington, DC in July 2014.

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Seconded by Wanda Killingsworth. Motion Failed.

Motion #27: Sapana Patel moved that the following award in the NPPM I. B. 4. I Helen R. Dudley

Chapter Overall Achievement award go to two chapters:

XXX (Names will be added to minutes after awards are presented at the National Event in

Washington, DC in July 2014.

Seconded by Wanda Killingsworth. Motion Carried.

IX. Unfinished Business:

X. New Business:

XI. Announcements: Michelle Crockett

A. July 10-11, 2014 Leadership Summit and Annual Membership Meeting, Washing, DC

B. July 11-12, 2014 NBOD Meeting. Washington, DC

C. August 7-9 2014 Great Lakes RTP, Minneapolis, MN

XIII. Adjournment: Motion to adjourn meeting made by Wanda Killingsworth and seconded by Bernice Waller. Meeting was adjourned at approximately 11:08am.

Joan L ChoppJOAN L. CHOPP

Secretary

Minutes Approval Committee:*

Georgia ThomasGeorgia Thomas, Chair Date: June 30, 2014

Judy RushJudy Rush Date: June 30, 2014

Kimberly KirkpatrickKimberly Kirkpatrick Date: June 30, 2014

* Signatures per email approval

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Exhibit #2STANDING RULES

EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE MEETING— FEDERALLY EMPLOYED WOMEN

RULE I—ATTENDANCEa. The Executive Committee (E. C.) shall consist of the elected officers, the immediate Past President

and the Standing Committee Chairpersons. Elected Officers=President; Executive Vice President; Vice Presidents for Policy & Planning, Compliance, Congressional Relations, Diversity, Membership & Chapter Organization and Training; Secretary; Treasurer; Immediate Past President and Nominations Officer. Standing Committee Chairs--Awards; Bylaws; Communications; Contracts Management; Finance; Publications Policy and Review; Scholarship, NTP Chair/Co Chairs. Other members of the Committee (Special Assistants, etc.) may be in attendance, but shall not be counted in the quorum.

b. b. Other persons may attend the meeting as guests of the E.C.

RULE II—DECORUMa. The Chair shall enforce order and decorum in debate during the meeting.b. Each member shall address the Chair to obtain recognition for debate and shall address all remarks to other members through the Chair.c. There shall be no smoking in the meeting room.d. All communication devices shall be set to silence or turned off.

RULE III—ORDER OF BUSINESSa. The meeting shall be conducted in two parts. The first part shall be to provide for opencommunication. The second part shall be devoted to the business of the E.C.b. The National President shall develop the agenda. Copies of the agenda shall be distributed (mailed) to members of the Executive Committee at least two weeks prior to each meeting.c. Changes to the agenda may be made by unanimous consent at the beginning of each meeting or at any time during the meeting if need arises.

RULE IV—PROCEDURESa. Only members of the Executive Committee may make motions and vote. Guests may address the members (enter into discussion) at the discretion of the Chair or by unanimous consent.b. All reports shall be submitted in writing and the original given to the Secretary.c. A motion offered by an individual Executive Committee member shall be in writing, signed by the maker and seconded, and provided to the recording Secretary prior to consideration. The maker of the motion and the seconded shall be voting members of the Executive Committee.d. Debate shall be limited to two (2) minutes per person, two (2) speeches per person, and to ten (10) minutes per question. The Presiding Officer may limit debate to three (3) pros and three (3) cons per question.e. There shall be no recording devices operating in the meeting room, except those of members of the Executive Committee.

RULE V–MINUTES APPROVALThe Presiding Officer shall appoint a committee of three (3) who shall be authorized to check and approve the minutes.

RULE VI—ADOPTION, AMENDMENTS, SUSPENSIONThese rules shall be adopted, amended, or suspended by a two-thirds vote or by unanimous consent, a quorum being present.

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Exhibit #3

FEDERALLY EMPLOYED WOMENEXECUTIVE COMMITTEE MEETING

Washington Court Hotel525 New Jersey Ave NW

Washington, DCMay 30-31, 2014

AGENDA (as amended)

I. Call to Order

II. Roll Call to establish Quorum

III. Appointment of Tellers, Timer, Pages and Minutes Approval Committee.

IV. Adoption of Standing Rules.

V. Adoption of Agenda

VI. Approval of Minutes of EC Meeting held in Baltimore, Maryland, October 11-12, 2013.

VII. Reports of National Officers

a. President Michelle Crockettb. Executive Vice President Wanda Killingsworthc. National Oversight:

DCG Report Robin Suttond. VP for Policy and Planning Brenda Hagar

And Strategic Planninge. VP for Congressional Relations Matthew Foggf. VP for Compliance Melvie Hall-Bellingerg. VP for Diversity Georgia Thomash. VP for Membership & Chapter Organization Dawn Nesteri. VP for Training Suzi Inman

NTP Advisory Committeej. Secretary Joan Choppk. Treasurer Carol Jonesl. Nominations Officer* Bernice Wallerm. Immediate Past President Sue Webster

VIII. Reports of Standing Committeesa. Awards* Sapana Patelb. Bylaws and Resolutions Kimberly Kirkpatrickc. Communications Shelly McCoy

*Moved to Saturday Morning

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d. Contracts Management Bethany Belicee. Finance Vanessa Elliott

Investment Reportf. National Training Program 2014 Marion Stevens, Chair g. Publications Policy & Review Judy Rushh. Scholarships Sheryl Coleman

IX. Unfinished Business

X. New Business

XI. Announcements Michelle Crockett

A. July 10-11, 2014 Leadership Summit and Annual Membership Meeting , Washington, DC

B. July 11-12, 2014 NBOD Meeting, Washington, DC

XII. Adjournment

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Exhibit #4

Appointment of Tellers, Pages, Timer and Minutes Approval Committee

Executive Committee Meeting, Washington, DCMay 30-31, 2014

Tellers: ____Rachel Combs_________________

_________________________________

Pages: ____Rachel Combs_________________

_________________________________

Timer: _____Rachel Combs________________

Minutes Approval Committee:

__Georgia Thomas __ _ Chair

__Judy Rush________________

__Kim Kirkpatrick___________

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Exhibit #5

MINUTESFEDERALLY EMPLOYED WOMEN

EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE (EC) MEETINGEmbassy Suites

Baltimore-Washington International Airport1300 Concourse, Linthicum, MD

October 11-12, 2013Baltimore, Maryland

I. Credentials Report: Secretary conducted the Roll Call and a Quorum was established. (Exhibit #1) Meeting began at 1:44pm.

II. Adoption of Standing Rules: Standing Rules were adopted as published. (Exhibit 2)

III. Adoption of Agenda: (Exhibit 3)b. Motion #1: It was moved and seconded that the Agenda be accepted as amended. Motion

Carried.

IV. Appointment of Tellers/Pages, Timer, and Minutes Approval Committee: (Exhibit 4)Page/Teller: Sapana PatelTimer: Rachel CombsMinutes Approval Committee: Melvie Hall Bellinger, Chair, Bethany Belice and Brenda Hagar

V. Approval of Minutes of EC Meeting held in Baltimore, Maryland – May 17-18, 2013 Minutes were approved by the Minutes Approval Committee. Minutes stand as approved. (Exhibit 5).

VII. Reports of Elected Officers:

M. National President : Report presented by Michelle Crockett (Exhibit 6)

N. Executive Vice President : Report presented by Wanda Killingsworth (Exhibit 7).

3) National Oversight Committee : Report presented by Wanda Killingsworth (Exhibit 8).

4) Association Management (Talley): Report submitted by Sylin Bynoe (Exhibit 9).

O. Vice President for Policy & Planning : Report presented by Brenda Hagar (Exhibit 10).

Strategic Planning Report: Report presented by Brenda Hagar (Exhibit 11).

P. Vice President for Congressional Relations : Report presented by Matthew Fogg (Exhibit 12).

Q. Vice President for Compliance : Report presented by Melvie Hall-Bellinger (Exhibit 13).

R. Vice President for Diversity : Report presented by Georgia Thomas (Exhibit 14).

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S. Vice President for Membership and Chapter Organization : Report submitted by Dawn Nester (Exhibit 15).

Motion #1: Brenda Hagar moved that the Executive Committee approve a Request for Chapter Waiver and Recovery Plan (attached) for the Magnolia Chapter, Southeast Region. Seconded by Wanda Killingsworth. Motion Carried.

T. Vice President for Training : Report presented by Suzi Inman (Exhibit 16).

NTP Advisory Report presented by Suzi Inman (Exhibit 17)

U. National Secretary : Report presented by Joan Chopp (Exhibit 18).

V. National Treasurer : Report presented by Carol Jones (Exhibit 19).

W. Nominations Chair: Report presented by Bernice Waller (Exhibit 20).

X. Immediate Past President : Report presented by Sue Webster (Exhibit 21).

EC Meeting recessed at 3:35pm

Committee meetings were held.

EC Meeting reconvened at 9:05am on Saturday, October 12, 2013

VIII. Reports of Standing Committees

I. Awards Chair : Report presented by Sapana Patel (Exhibit 22).

J. Bylaws Chair : Report presented by Kimberly Kirkpatrick (Exhibit 23).

K. Communications Chair : Report submitted by Shelly McCoy (Exhibit 24).

L. Contracts Co-Chair : Report submitted by Annette Cosby (Exhibit 25).

Contracts Co-Chair: Report presented by Bethany Belice (Exhibit 26).

M. Finance Chair Report : Report submitted by Vanessa Elliott (Exhibit 27)

N. Investment Committee Chair : Report submitted by Vanessa Elliott (Exhibit 28)

O. NTP 2014 Committee Chair : Report presented by Marion Stevens (Exhibit 29).

P. Publications, Policy and Review Committee Chair : Report submitted by Judy Rush

(Exhibit 30).

Q. Scholarship Chair : Report presented by Sheryl Coleman (Exhibit 31).

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IX. Unfinished Business: NTP 2013 Report: Presented by Ellen McKenzie

Motion #2: Suzi Inman moved that the motion to have NTP 2014 in Las Vegas with Blacks in Government be rescinded – Original motion was made and passed in St. Louis, MO in February 2011. Seconded by Wanda Killingsworth. Motion Carried.

X. New Business:

XI. Announcements: Michelle Crockett

D. October 24-25, 2013 Great Lakes RTP, Indianapolis, IN

E. November 7, 2013 Mid-Atlantic RTP, Philadelphia, PA

F. February 2014 (TBA) NBOD Meeting, Atlanta, GA

XIII. Adjournment: Motion to adjourn meeting made by Wanda Killingsworth and seconded by Bernice Waller. Meeting was adjourned at approximately 11:30am.

Joan L ChoppJOAN L. CHOPPSecretary

Minutes Approval Committee:*

Melvie Hall-BellingerMelvie Hall-Bellinger, Chair Date: November 18, 2013

Bethany BeliceBethany Belice Date: November 18, 2013

Brenda HagarBrenda Hagar Date: November 18, 2013

* Signatures per email approval

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REPORTS

OF

ELECTED

OFFICERS

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Exhibit # 6

EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE REPORT

Washington Court Hotel525 New Jersey Ave NW

Washington, DCMay 30-31, 2014

TO: FEW National Board of Directors FROM: Michelle A. Crockett National President

My vision for the organization will be, “In the Spirit of Excellence”. I pledge to dedicate my time, efforts and resources to make sure every effort untaken by FEW will be done in the true spirit of excellence. Success is guaranteed when mediocrity isn’t tolerated. FEW works to advocate for all women in the federal sector, this is a tremendous responsibility and not one to be taken lightly. The following are my goals in support of FEW’s mission to end sex and gender discrimination, to encourage diversity for inclusion and equity in the workplace, and for the advancement and professional growth of women in federal service.

Organizational Management- I will provide oversight and direction for all areas of the organization; to include, communications, contracts management, financial operations, strategic planning, policies and procedures. I will communicate my expectations to the National Board of Directors and hold them accountable for meeting the elements within their performance plans.

4 Feb 13 – A conference call was had with Steve Kim (Renner and Co.), Helen Lee (Renner and Co.), Carol Jones, Melvie Hall-Bellinger and myself to the discuss the FEW draft audit report. Renner noted two significant deficiencies; 1) retention of supporting documentation on credit card charges and 2) two signature policy.

26 Mar 13 – Conference call Jordan Clark of Planet Hollywood to discuss re-negotiating the NTP 2014 contract. Others are on the call were Wanda Killingsworth, Robin Sutton, Bethany Belice, Annette Cosby, and Bob Weil.

3 Apr 13 – Signed the Memorandum of Agreement between GEICO and FEW.

3 Apr 13 – Signed the Sponsorship Agreement between Tri-Star Engineering and FEW.

3 Apr 13 – Signed the Sponsorship Agreement between SAIC Crane Operations and FEW.

3 Apr 13 – Signed the Sponsorship Agreement between Long Term Care and FEW.

12 June 13 – Signed the Partnership agreement with General Motors to support the 2013 NTP.

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22 June 13 - Held a conference call with the Finance Team to discuss the budget, actuals and chapter filing of IRS tax forms.

24 June 13 – Held a conference call with Melvie Hall-Bellinger, VP for Compliance and Debra Hobbs, FWP Special Assistant to discuss the current challenges with agencies address the FWP and member concerns related to lack of support for the FWP.

14 Nov 13 – Participated in a conference call with Carol Jones, National Treasurer Helen Lee, Renner and Company to discuss the FEW annual audit.

8 Jan 14- Conference call held with the DCG Association Management to discuss transition of the National Office.

14 Jan 14 – Participated in a conference call with the FEW Leadership Summit Team to discuss the events budget.

22 Jan 14 – Participated in a conference call with the FEW Leadership Summit Team, the VP for Congressional Relations and the FEW lobbyist to discuss the Advocacy Day.

20-22 Feb 14 – Attended the NBOD meeting Atlanta, GA

Organizational Development- I will provide oversight and direction to ensure we are working to develop/provide training opportunities and educational resources for all of the members of FEW. We must educate the leaders of FEW at the Chapter, Region and National level to ensure they are knowledgeable about the policies and procedures so they can carry them out effectively.

21 Mar 13 – Emergency NBOD meeting to discuss the status of NTP 2013

27 Mar 13 – Served as the Keynote speaker for the Women on the Move Chapter Women’s History Month Program at the Department of Transportation.

11 Apr 13 – Held a conference call with all the past nation presidents to discuss the current financial status of FEW and the NTP 2013.

1 May 13 – Attended the chartering and installation ceremony for the Census Women Count chapter.

5 June 13 – Attended the Federal Women’s Leadership Summit at the White House, Executive Office Building. The event was hosted by OPM, EEOC, and the Department of Justice and was well attended.

11 June 13 – Held a NBOD and a EC meeting via teleconference. Items on the agenda we the revised budget, NTP protocol, 113th Legislative Agenda and the Awards.

12 June 13 – Conducted the installation ceremony for the Northwest DC Chapter at the FBI. Installed were; Sharon Trotman-President, Trimetria Singleton-Executive Vice President, Charlena Brooks-Treasurer, Tiffany Simmons-Secretary, Tandra Turner-VP Membership, and Dr. Madeline Lewis-VP Training and Programs.

15 June 13 – Attended the Maryland Tri-County Chapter 22nd Anniversary Celebration in Aberdeen, MD and served as a speaker.

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1 Aug 13 – Was a keynote speaker for the U.S. Census Bureau 2013 Diversity and Inclusion Institute-Moving Us Forward. My topic was, “Why Must We Embrace Diversity”.

29 Aug 13 – Served as the keynote speaker at the Women’s Equality Day for the Defense Security Service at Quantico, VA. The event was well attended and they have expressed starting a chapter.

25 Sept. 13 – Conducted the installation ceremony for the Federal Triangle Chapter. The ceremony included a presentation by Globe Life and lunch.

26 Oct 13 – Called in the Great Lakes Region Board Meeting, provided greetings and answered a number of questions related to the direction of FEW.

29 Oct 13 – Served as the keynote speaker for the Seas and Skies Chapter 2013 End of the Year Awards Program. Presentations of certificates and awards were made to individuals who made significant contributions to the chapter.

31 Oct 13 – Called in to the Regional Manager’s monthly call. Talked to the Regional Managers about recent actions taken at the Executive Committee meeting held October 10-12, 2013

7 Nov 13 – Served as the keynote speaker at the Mid-Atlantic Regional Training Program held at the William Green Federal Building in Philadelphia, PA. The theme of the training was “Invest in Yourself”.

16 Nov 13 – Provided Compliance and Diversity training at the DC Metro Region Fall Leadership Training.

3 Dec 13 – Held a conference call with the Past National Presidents. I provide an update on the current financial status as well as recent actions voted on at the October Executive Committee meeting.

10 Dec 13 – Conference call had with the team planning the 2014 event to be held in DC. We discussed agenda, budget and locations.

14 Mar 14 – Attended the Rocky Mountain Regional Training Program and served as the luncheon keynote speaker. The theme was, “Change, Challenge, Opportunity”

18 Mar 14 – Served as a panelist for the NOAA Women’s History Month Program. The theme was, “Celebrating Women of Character, Courage and Commitment”. The panelist discussed EEOC’s Office of Federal Operations Women’s Work Group Report.

9 Apr 14 – Served as the keynote speaker for the Census Women Count Chapter Charter Day Celebration. The chapter was celebrating its first anniversary.

Consensus Building and Engagement- I will work to build consensus with our coalition partners and develop relationships with other professional organizations who share our mission. I will continue our engagement with federal agencies, educating them about our advocacy efforts and request their support. I will seek out opportunities to develop agreements with organizations and federal agencies to facilitate the sustainability of FEW.

1 Feb 13- Wanda Killingsworth and I attended a business lunch with Blue Cross/Blue Shield Fed. Team; Jay Slaughter, Nanette Hayes, and Jackie Ward to discuss their partnership with FEW and ways we can work to strengthen the partnership.

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29 Mar 13 – Attended a luncheon meeting with Eric Impraim of GEICO and Wanda Killingsworth, Executive VP to discuss GEICO’s continued sponsorship.

3 Apr 13 – Lunch meeting with Globe Life and Accident Insurance Company representative to discuss sponsorship opportunities. Attending was Wanda Killingsworth, Ron Paulson, AJ James, Chris McLoota and Vanessa Sandoval.

11 Apr 13 – Attended the unveiling and dedication ceremony of the Civilian Wall of Honor at OPM. The Wall of Honor is a memorial giving honor to the men and women who have given the ultimate sacrifice in service. This is the first time that there will be a memorial to honor fallen civilian employees from across the Executive Branch.

19 June 13 – Attended the NOAA Chapter of Blacks in Government Juneteenth Celebration and spoke about my experience participating in their Shadowing Program.

28 June 13 – Held a conference call with Debra Hobbs, Melvie Hall-Bellinger, Veronica Villalobas and Sharon Wong to discuss the status of the FWP in federal agencies.

20-22 Aug 13 – Attended the BIG NTI in Dallas, TX. There was an NCEPS meeting on 21 Aug 13 with all the NCEPS partners. There was a proposal submitted by FEDQ (group representing the LGBT in the federal sector) become a member of NCEPS and the group voted and approved that they become a member.

10 Sept. 13 – Attended the Seas and Skies Membership Drive and Ice Cream Social.

11 Sept. 13 – Attended the National IMAGE Training Conference in Baltimore, MD there was also an NCEPS meeting held at this event.

21 Sept. 13 - Extended my condolences to the family of Sylvia Frazier (sister of FEW member Wanda Wallace) who was killed in the shooting at the Navy Yard.

28 Sept. 13 – Was a keynote speaker at the BIG Region XI 2nd Annual Federal Employee Town Hall. I discussed the impacts of sequester on FEW.

4 Dec 13 – I was interviewed by Chris Dorobek for GovLoop. We talked about the biggest achievements and challenges for FEW for 2013.

12 Dec 13 - I was called by the Katherine Archuleta, Dir., OPM she wanted to introduce herself and to let we know that FEW will receive continued support from OPM.

16 Dec 13 – Attended a reception in honor of the incoming Dir., OPM Katherine Archuleta.

14 Jan 14 – Served as a speaker at the Installation Ceremony for the NOAA BIG Chapter.

5 Mar 14 – Held a meeting with Jocelyn Frye, Senior Fellow at the Center for American Progress. We discussed FEW’s concerns about the demise of the FWP and asked for suggestions on what we can do to get some traction with senior agency officials. Others attending were Wanda Killingsworth, Debra Hobbs and Janet Kopenhaver.

20 Mar 14 – Served as the Women’s History Month keynote speaker at the Naval Surface Warfare Center, Dahlgren Division.

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26 Mar 14 – Attended the President’s Luncheon sponsored by The International Alliance of Women (TIAW). FEW recently became a partner with this organization, their mission is about economic empowerment for women.

27 Mar 14 – Served as the keynote speaker for the Women’s History Month observance at the Federal Election Commission. I spoke about the opportunities provided by FEW.

29 Mar 14 – I was a guest of Allie Latimer at the National Bar Association’s Gertrude E. Rush Awards Dinner and Gala. Allie received the award for her leadership in the community, her dedication and concern for human and civil rights.

24 Apr 14 – Met with the Director of OPM, Katherine Archuleta to discuss the demise of the FWP and the upcoming Leadership Summit. Others in attendance were Wanda Killingsworth, Debra Hobbs, and Janet Kopenhaver.

30 Apr 14 – Attended the farewell concert/retirement Party for Past President Marylouise Uhlig.

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Exhibit #7

EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE REPORT

Washington Court Hotel525 New Jersey Ave NW

Washington, DCMay 30-31, 2014

TO: FEW Executive Committee

FROM: Wanda V. Killingsworth, Executive Vice President

As Executive Vice President I will work to support this initiative as indicated in my goals.

1. Continue to support FEW four focus areas: Compliance, Diversity, Legislation and Training. Continue to work to ensure that FEW has more visibility. Assist the National President with duties as assigned. Attend and participate in committee meetings assigned and to be responsive to all requests in a timely manner.

Continue to review documents and provided comment as a member of the Publication Policy and Review Committee. I participate in monthly Finance Meetings and FWP Meetings as well as participated in the meetings for the Executive Committee and National Board of Directors.

Completed preparation of revising the new FEW brochures and working with the Communication Chair to the brochures printed.

I participate in monthly Employee Organization teleconference with the IRS Office of Diversity and Inclusion. We are scheduled to meet with the IRS Commissioner, John Koskinen on June 25th. I have prepared an Eblast for FEW members who are IRS employees to submit questions to the Koskinen for the meeting.

2. Continue to the oversight of the national office. Continue to hold regular discussions with Talley Management Group (TMG).

The members of the oversight committee members are, Helen Robinson (DC Metro Regional Manager), Gloria Sherman (Mid-Content Regional Manager), Carol Jones (Treasurer), Vanessa Elliot (Finance Chair), Annette Cosby (Contracts Management Chair), and Dawn Nester (Vice President for Membership and Chapter Organization). We held our semi-annual meeting while in conjunction with the NBOD Atlanta, GA.

Worked with TMG and DCG to ensure a smooth transition of the National Office; TMG has provided a list of administrative activities and tasking performed this list was provided to DCG.

Starting preparation for holding weekly meetings with DCG staff.

3. Ensure that future sponsorships and partnerships are initiated, and strengthen the current sponsorships and partnerships already in place. Continue to work to identify organizations that are key to partnering

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with FEW (both existing and future partners). Will work with the Sponsorship/Partnership Special Assistant and Chair of the Strategic Planning Committee Fiscal Security Team.

Working with the Sponsorship/Partnership Special Assistant on the FEDguard on a partnership agreement.

Worked with the Sponsorship/Partnerships to prepared communications to our current sponsors and partners with regards to the Leadership Summit.

Prepared sponsorship agreement for SAIC and NARFE Premier Federal Credit Union.

4. Continue to strengthen our strategic planning efforts to implement change as we grow as an organization, ensuring we meet the needs of our members and stakeholders into the future.

I participated in the monthly conference calls for the Fiscal Security Team and I participated in the monthly conference calls for the FWP Strategic Team.

5. Support efforts of the Chapters and Regions and to encourage members to recognize the leadership opportunities at all levels of the organizations.

Attended a meeting with the Michelle Crockett and Eric Impraim from GEICO to discuss continued sponsorship with FEW on May 1, 2014.

Attended a meeting with Michelle Crockett, Debra Hobbs and Janet Kopenhaver to discuss the Federal Women's Program in Federal Agencies with Katherine Archuleta, Director of the OPM, and staff members Jen Mason, and Veronica Villalobos on April 24, 2014.

Attended the Federal Employee Education Assistance (FEEA) Fund annual strategic planning meeting on April 9, 2014.

Provided Opening remarks at a Women's History Month Observance for the New Carrollton Chapter on March 27, 2014.

Served as a panelist for the 2014 Women’s History Month program for the United States Coast Guard in Washington, DC March 18, 2014.

Served as a panelist for the 12th Annual Section on Personnel Administration and Labor Relations symposium for the 75th American Society for Public Administration Conference at the Mayflower Hotel in Washington, DC March 14, 2014.

Participated in the 7th Annual Forum on Women in Congressional Leadership at the National Archives - William G. McGowan Theater on March 13, 2014.

Attended a meeting with Michelle Crockett, Debra Hobbs and Janet Kopenhaver to discuss the Federal Women's Program in Federal Agencies with Jocelyn Frye, Senior Fellow at Center for American Progress on March 5, 2014.

Participated in an informational session with the IRS Office of Equity, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) on February 4, 2014. The purpose of this session was to engage EDI stakeholders to share the EDI HQ approach for FY2014 and the annual theme that will be the focus of our messaging, training and major diversity efforts this year.

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Exhibit #8

EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE REPORT

Washington Court Hotel525 New Jersey Ave NW

Washington, DCMay 30-31, 2014

TO: FEW Executive Committee

FROM: Wanda V. Killingsworth, Executive Vice President National Oversight Committee

The members of the oversight committee members are, Helen Robinson (DC Metro Regional Manager), Gloria Sherman (Mid-Content Regional Manager), Carol Jones (Treasurer), Vanessa Elliot (Finance Chair), Bethany Belice (Contracts Management Chair), and Dawn Nester (Vice President for Membership and Chapter Organization).

Conducted our semi-annual meeting in conjunction with the NBOD meeting in Atlanta, GA.

Successfully completed transition of the National Office from TMG to DCG and preparing to start the process of holding weekly meetings with DCG.

Sent a thank you note to the Talley Management Staff for all of their support of FEW for the past several years.

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Exhibit #9

EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE REPORT

Washington Court Hotel525 New Jersey Ave NW

Washington, DCMay 30-31, 2014

TO: FEW Executive Committee

From: DCG, Inc.

Membership

1. Produced, distributed, and posted FEW monthly membership reports:

Report Name: Sent to: Chapter Officer Membership Reports

Posted to chapter officers report section of website

Chapter Roster ReportsChapter Deactivation Report

Chapter Reimbursement ReportRegional Manager Membership Reports

Posted to chapter officers report section of website

Region Roster ReportsRegion Deactivation Report

Region Reimbursement ReportsMonthly Membership Manager Reports

FEW Treasurer, FEW Finance, FEW Membership VP, Diener

Count of Members in each ChapterMembership Spreadsheet

Chapter ReportFinancial Excel Report

Reimbursement Report (All chapters)Lifetime Report

New Member ReportDeactivation Report

Monthly Membership Manager Report Group includes: Position Name FEW Treasurer Carol Jones FEW Membership VP Dawn Nester Diener Pam Albertson / Ana Letona /

Emily Ruhs

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Active Members File / Eligible for Legal Services

Position Name Compliance VP Melvie Hall-Bellinger

2. Processed Membership Dues Payments 3. Generated and posted Region and Chapter Membership reports (Rosters, Deactivations) 4. Generated and posted Region and Chapter Reimbursement and Special Credit reports 5. Generated and distributed Manager reports (VPMCO, Treasurer, Finance, Diener) 6. Prepared and sent eblast renewal notifications to expiring members 7. Prepared and sent eblast for roster posting notification 8. Distributed Deactivation Notices 9. Prepared and sent emails to new members who joined via check 10. Pay Pal / FEW website Reconciliation 11. Generated News & Views New Member Update list 12. Edit/update member profiles – ongoing 13. Responded to membership service inquiries 14. Generated active membership file for eligible legal services – Compliance VP 15. Processed and mailed New Member Letters and ID Cards 16. Replacement ID cards 17. Process chapter officer change requests 18. Processed chapter officer updates – ongoing 19. Research member status for chapter presidents and other officers 20. Assist individuals with joining and renewing with FEW 21. Assist members in resetting passwords and logging into accounts 22. Produced and distributed Renewal Notices:

Notice Type Expiration (Paid Thru Date)

Member expiration date

Renewal Notices 90 Days to Renew 06/30/2014 Renewal Notices 60 Days to Renew 05/31/2014 Renewal Notices 30 Days to Renew 04/30/2014 Renewal Notices Now Due 03/31/2014 Renewal Notices 30 Days Past Due 02/28/2014 Renewal Notices 60 Days Past Due 01/31/2014 Total Renewal Notices

23. Total number of active members as of April 30, 2014 = 3,471 a. Annual: 2,510 b. Lifetime: 933 c. Diamond: 28

24. New Joins for April, 2014 – Total 59 a. Online – 44 b. Paper Applications – 15

25. Renewals for April, 2014 – Total 195

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a. Online – 149 b. Paper Applications – 46

26. Total Dues Processed – 254

27. Members Deactivated January, 2014 – 85

28. Worked with Webmaster and TMG to facilitate rollover of membership data to FEW website; assigning security and website access based on user IDs

29. Worked with Webmaster, Awards and Scholarships Chairs to facilitate Awards and Scholarships submissions during March and April, 2014

Administrative/Other Activities 1. Process and manage FEW in-box daily 2. Process FEW mail daily and manage distribution 3. Manage FEW National Office phone lines daily 4. Generated monthly NBOD roster for website posting – update contact details – ongoing 5. Processed publications and brochure order requests for fulfillment 6. Sent e-blasts for Legislative Updates 7. Assisted with inquiries regarding 2014 Leadership Summit 8. Assisted with inquiries regarding Regional Training Programs 9. Posted outreach/job opportunities to FEW website

E-mail Blasts – March 2014 – April 2014

Email Name

2014-2016 National Elections2014-2016 National Elections_rev4_8_145KRunAwards/Scholarships OpenEaster 2014Election Materials DisclaimerFEW and TIAW membershipFEW Washington Update_3_1_14FEW Washington Update_3_16_14FWP Women's History MonthLeadership Summit InvitationLegislative Update - April 10, 2014Legislative Update - April 16, 2014Legislative Update - May 1, 2014Mother’s Day 2014National Training Program/National Event Chair or Co-Chairs 2015News & Views January, 2014 Reminder

News & Views February, 2014 ReminderNews & Views March, 2014 ReminderNews & Views May, 2014 ReminderPartnership with Globe LifeSpring FLTC webinarsTIAW InvitationTully Rinckey New OfficeTully Rinckey Webinar March 6, 2014Tully Rinckey Webinar May 29, 2014Website Maintenance Email BlastWebsite Maintenance Email Blast Part 2Website Online Dues payment 3_26_14Website Password EmailWebsite Password Email (Chapter Presidents)Website Password Reset_3_25_2014Website Update - 4/11/14Website Updates 3_31_14

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Exhibit #10

EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE REPORT

Washington Court Hotel525 New Jersey Ave NW

Washington, DCMay 30-31, 2014

TO: FEW Executive Committee

FROM: Brenda Hagar, VP Policy and Planning & Strategic Planning

I will not be in attendance at the May EC meeting. I have a prior commitment from September 2013 that has been planned for quite sometime.

VP Policy and Planning – Coordinated and prepared the annual report for publishing. The report has been sent to the printer as of 4/14/14. Copies will be provided when they are made available. Shipment of 50 will be made to the President, 50 to the VP for Policy and Planning and the remainder to National Archives for storage and use in the Regions. This year the annual report went really smooth. Some of the accomplishment write-ups required a lot of work. I thought that making the form more automated it would help but when it restricted their words over 100 it was just submitted in Microsoft Word. That may be an issue that can be taught during a NBOD meeting to the Regional Managers and then be passed to the Chapter Presidents.

I’ve made changes and distributed change pages to the NBOD after a change at the last meeting.

I’ve provided guidance when requested.

STRATEGIC PLANNING - The current Strategic Plan has been sent to the Team Leads for update. It will be published prior to the new VP of Policy and Planning taking office in July.

Strategic Planning teams continue to meet via telecoms, but finding it difficult to get team members to attend meetings.

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Exhibit #11

VP Congressional Relations – Matthew Fogg - Report not submitted

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Exhibit #12

EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE REPORT

Washington Court Hotel525 New Jersey Ave NW

Washington, DCMay 30-31, 2014

TO: FEW Executive Committee

FROM: Melvie Hall-Bellinger Vice President – Compliance

FEW’s Compliance Program is concerned with federal agencies and department’s compliance with equal employment opportunity (EEO) laws and the Federal Personnel system. As Vice-President of Compliance I support these initiatives by monitoring the federal agency programs and providing guidance to FEW’s members:

GOAL 1: Provide and furnish guidance on compliance issues to FEW memberships, National Board of Directors, regions and chapters:

• Responded to members inquiries• Working in collaboration with members and the law offices of Tully Rinckey, PLLC &

Shaw, Bransford, Veilleux & Roth - ensuring FEW members employment problems and concerns are being addressed

• Created a directory of FEW Regional and Chapter Compliance Officers – See attached list• Developing a strategic compliance resolution process for members• Resolved member hardship issue through collaboration with legal, human resources and

OPM • Provided compliance training information to chapters and regions• Conducting compliance training for chapter and region:

• Cherry Blossom Chapter (date: March, 2014)• Chapter Office Training DC Metro Region (date: March, 2014 – webinar)

GOAL 2: Expand FEW membership accesses to compliance information by increased use of social media:

• Planning future webinars with other organization and Stephen Felano with the Law Firm of Tully Rinckey, PLLC

• Coordinated the following compliance webinars with the Law Firm of Tully Rinckey, PLLC:

• Sex discrimination, including sex stereotype bias, look policies, pregnancy discrimination

• Social Media and Hatch Act • Filing with EEOC & MSPB vs. Collective Bargaining Agreement

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GOAL 3: Develop greater access and understanding to the compliance process and Federal Women’s Program (FWP):

• Assisting Special Assistant for FWP in developing a list of Federal Women’s Program Managers

• Co-chaired FWP Strategic Planning Team

GOAL 4: Monitor federal agency compliance policies and meet with agency administrators to assist in meeting their goals:

• Updating the Memorandum of Understandings with the Law Firm of Shaw, Bransford, Veilleux & Roth

• Reviewing FEW’s Memorandum of Understandings (MOUs):• Office of Personnel Management (OPM)• U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission • US Merit Systems Protection Board

GOAL 5: Succession Planning – Compliance & Finance:

• Appointed as a member to the National Finance Team to provide leadership, guidance and support

• Conducted a Finance Management Session for Chapter Office Training DC Metro Region (date: March, 2014 – webinar)

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FEW Melvie Hall-Bellinger P.O. Box 10639

Rochester, NY 14610

Working forthe advancement

of women in government

FEDERALLYEMPLOYEDWOMEN

PHONE: 856-558-2399EMAIL: [email protected]

Hello FEW’s Region and Chapter Compliance Chairs:

Below is the current list for:

Fiscal Year 2012 – 2013 Compliance Chairs (Regions & Chapters)

Name E-Mail Address Regional Chair Chapter Chair CommentsBrewer, Portia Renia [email protected] TN FEW - Oak Ridge 865-576-6367Kelly Bryant [email protected] MARGARET CORBIN

CHAPTER717-267-4073 (W)717-372-6397 (H)

Bev Campbell [email protected] Western RegionSheryl Coleman [email protected] MARYLAND TRI

COUNTY410-278-5964 (W)410-939-1706 (H)

Dr. Bonita Coppedge [email protected] PBGC 202-326-4000 ext. 3102Linda Cronin [email protected] Mid Atlantic

RegionJames River

Carol Dawson [email protected] Derby City Chapter 812-284-2993Judy Ballard Dillander [email protected] Southeast

Regional502-582-6275

David S. Franks [email protected] Phoenix ChapterLindsay Harbour [email protected] FT NORFOLK 757-201-7686Carol Haynes [email protected] Greater Middle

TennesseeLaura Hewitt [email protected] California Inland Empire

FEW Wanda Hewlin [email protected] TIDEWATER CHAPTER 757-826-2520 (H)

757-869-0382 (Cell)Latanya Kelley [email protected] SW RegionRayann Koonce [email protected] Philadelphia (215) 897-1884(W)

(856) 755-1151(H)Dan Henning Hoosier Hills ChapterMark Lewis [email protected] Great Lakes - Warren

ChapterShannon A Mahan [email protected] Rocky Mountain

RegionNo compliance chair

Harriet Molnar [email protected] ALMECH ChapterPamela Nelson Margaret C. CorbinCoanne E. O'Hern Carlisle 717-241-0140 (W)

717-574-9921 (C)

Jeri Peterson [email protected]@pentagon.af.mil

D.C. Metro 703-693-7592703-373-3944

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Mary Stankewich [email protected] BW Meade 410-465-6118Marion Stevens [email protected] Mid America Chapter 618-632-1695Maria Thorpe [email protected];

[email protected] River

Vikki Williamson [email protected] Great Lakes Motor City 313-234-1748 w313-815-5321 c

Lucinda Wilson [email protected] MID ATLANTIC REGION

717-605-3126 (W)717-258-6537 (H)

Carmela Wilson-Styles [email protected] Sheryl Coleman

Please verify information and respond to [email protected] with correction (if necessary).

Melvie Hall-Bellinger | National Vice President - ComplianceFEDERALLY EMPLOYED WOMEN FEW - the organization of choice for leadership, equity, and the advancement of women!Phone: 856.558.2399 | E - Mail: [email protected]

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2014 FEW & Tully Rinckey, PLLC Webinar Schedule with Tentative Presentation Dates

1. Filing with EEOC & MSPB vs. Collective Bargaining Agreement.Tentative Presentation: May 1, 2014

2. Disability Discrimination and unlawful pre & post offer questions.Tentative Presentation: May 29, 2014

3. Veterans Preference and Schedule A hiring as it relates to civil rights laws. Tentative Presentation: June 26, 2014

4. Physical and mental disability discrimination and requests for in-office reasonable accommodation (e.g., special chair, ergonomic computer key board, wireless mouse). Tentative Presentation: July 31, 2014

5. Workplace harassment sufficient to constitute a hostile work environment, based on gender, race, disability, age, etc.Tentative Presentation: August 28, 2014

6. FMLA Leave (Family and Medical Leave Act) vs. reasonable accommodation for physical and mental chronic serious health conditions, and the interplay between the two.Tentative Presentation: September 25, 2014

List submitted by:

Stephen T. Felano CHIEF MARKETING [email protected]

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Exhibit # 13

EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE REPORT

Washington Court Hotel525 New Jersey Ave NW

Washington, DCMay 30-31, 2014

TO: FEW Executive Committee

FROM: Georgia Thomas, Vice President for Diversity

GOAL 1: Work on strategic plan initiatives toward enhancing Diversity and Inclusion resources and other information for the membership.

Diversity regional chairs meeting on strategic plan 9/30/2013, 10/29/2013, 1/29/2014, 2/28/2014.

Request made to OPM to provide the current “snapshot” of what the climate in Government is as it relates to Diversity and Inclusion to be provided to our membership.

e-blast requesting volunteers to translate FEW documents sent on October 30, 2013

GOAL 2: Furnish special emphasis information and guidance on Diversity and Inclusionto National, regions and chapters on a continuing basis, including a list of major current regulations, executive orders, and statutes

Provided information to member to assist with upcoming visit with her agency’s DEPUTY DIRECTOR FOR CIVIL RIGHTS and DEPUTY DIRECTOR FOR DIVERSITY & INCLUSION (January 2014)

Sent an article for the next News and Views, entitled – “It’s a New Year – A New Dedication” in January

Issued webinar flyer to members on 1/15/2014. Do You Feel the Beat? – Email (January 15th) sent to Diversity Chairs and NBOD Diversity speaker for the NW DC Chapter on February 12th

Conducted webinar with NW Regional Chair, entitled, “Civil Rights in America” on February 18th.

Welcoming Katherine Archuleta, the First Latina Director of the Office of Personnel Management, in San Antonio with the Alamo Chapter on March 5, 2014.

Women’s History Month Speaker - "Celebrating Women of Character, Courage and Commitment" for the Pine Bluff Arsenal on March 20, 2014.

Submitted blog for IRS Equity Diversity and Inclusion office in February for Women’s History Month – emphasis was woman you admire – Allie Latimer.

Article for the April Diversity Emphasis in News and Views entitled, “Leverage Board Expertise – We Are All on the Same Team”.

Submitted blog for IRS Equity Diversity and Inclusion office in April for Juneteenth emphasis (June).

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GOAL 3: Participate in forums, seminars and training programs pertaining Diversity and Inclusion, mentoring and leadership

Attended training session entitled, “What is Civility” on April 10, 2014

GOAL 4: Work collaboratively with others on National Board and Diversity Advisory Committee to further the mission of the organization.

Submitted FEW Vice - President for Diversity Duties for review and use for Nominations Chair.

Submitted proposed strategic goal and action items for the 2013-2014 year to the Vice President for Policy and Planning

Attended Southwest Regional Board Meeting at NTP Worked with OPM to host webinar which was scheduled for October 17th and

rescheduled due to the furlough. Attended FWP meeting on 1/14/2014 and February 2/11/14.

Rated 7 nominations for the Women of the Year (WOY) Award for the Equal Employment Opportunity office of DLA Land and Maritime, Columbus Office, (DSCC 3990 East Broad St). March 7th.

Working with Leadership Summit Chairs in planning of summit with an emphasis on the diversity speaker.

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Exhibit #14

EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE REPORT

Washington Court Hotel525 New Jersey Ave NW

Washington, DCMay 30-31, 2014

TO: FEW Executive Committee

FROM: Dawn Nester, Vice President for Membership and Chapter Organization

Accomplishments since February 2014 include, but are not limited to:

Working with Karen Rainey, Webmaster, and Robin Sutton, DCG, to identify and correct issues related to members’ log-in, quarterly report submissions, regional manager report submissions, etc.

Worked with Regional Managers to secure chapter quarterly reports for the 1st quarter (January-March 2014) and prepared end-of-quarter report.

Worked with Regional Managers to secure their first RM report submitted on a quarterly basis. This was a change from the bi-monthly reporting period in previous years. The RM reports now follow the chapter quarterly report schedule and are also submitted on-line.

Prepared and submitted for PPRC review a Membership Operations Guide. The guide prepared by the previous Vice President for Membership and Chapter Organization (VPMCO) was inadvertently destroyed, so the Guide was recreated from scratch to serve the incoming VPMCO as a desk reference tool

Began gathering and organizing information related to membership for turnover to the next VPMCO.

Responded timely to calls for review of documents from the PPRC.

Submitted articles to the January and March issues of News and Views, recognizing chapter anniversaries in all regions, as applicable.

Prepared and received an order of materials for new Lifetime members; distributed the plaques and brass ID cards to the three new members; approved the invoice for payment from PromoPartners.com. NOTE: The work with PromoPartners will end with the current VPMCO’s tenure. With the incoming new VPMCO, the vendor will be DCG.

Conducted March and April monthly Regional Managers calls to share information.

Assisted Sue Webster and Marion Stevens, as much as possible, to disseminate information to the Regions about confirmed details of the Leadership Summit on July 11, 2014.

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Responded to or forwarded to others for response issues from members, chapter, and/or region officers concerning filing IRS Form 990-N, tax exempt status, webinars, requests for NBOD speakers, training, etc.

Participated with Melvie Hall-Bellinger, VP for Compliance, on a webinar for the DC Metro Region held March 31, 2014, at 7:00 p.m. ET. My topic was Chapter Officer Training. The webinar was hosted by the FEW Foundation for Education and Training and included a practice session for Helen Robinson, DC Metro Region Manager; Melvie; and me with Johanna Altland, FEW Foundation representative, so that the actual presentation the following evening went smoothly.

Arranged for an opportunity for the members of the B. W. Meade Chapter (Mid-Atlantic Region) to share concerns and aspirations for the chapter with me and Cindy Wilson, Regional Manager, on April 16, 2014. No one from the chapter took advantage of the opportunity, with the result it is likely that this chapter will request to close.

Vetted the idea of holding a “Starting a Chapter on a Military Installation” forum via conference call for members whose chapters meet on military installations through Regional Managers and Chapter Presidents. The last two chapters chartered, Gold Vault in Southeast Region and FEW Warriors in Mid-Continent Region, experienced a few hurdles getting their bylaws approved by military commanders, as well as some other issues. The conference call idea was to give members with common experiences an opportunity to talk to one another about what they experienced, how they handled it, and to raise any unique experiences. Members from almost every Region expressed interest in participating in such a conference call. A meeting date with agenda has been set up for May 8th, 7:00 p.m., ET. If successful, other calls will be arranged on topics suggested by the participants, such as have already been suggested to include “How to Successfully Transition from Active Military to Active Federal Service or Civilian Life,” and “How to Make the GI Bill Work for You.”

Notified Michelle Crockett, Wanda Killingsworth, Joan Chopp, and Rae Combs that I would not be able to attend the Executive Committee meeting because of being called for New Hampshire Jury Duty, starting May 14th, for 4-7 weeks. The possibility of sitting on multiple juries precluded an option for out-of-state travel in May and June.

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Exhibit #15

EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE REPORT

Washington Court Hotel525 New Jersey Ave NW

Washington, DCMay 30-31, 2014

TO: FEW Executive Committee

FROM: Suzi Inman, Vice President for Training

-Prepared Vice President for Training duties as requested by Nominations Officer

-Participated in calls with the planning of the one day Leadership Summit

-Working/Assisting the National Event 2014 Planning Team in planning their event

-Worked with VP for Membership on obtaining Chapter/Region training plans for the upcoming year for review of types of training being presented

-Respond or forward emails as needed regarding NTPs or other training

-Reviewed hotel contract for the event and sent to the Advisory Team for review and comments

-Reviewed the registration form and sent to the Advisory Team for review and comments

-Attended Hoosier Hills Chapter Programs

-Assisted in the fundraising of selling flowers for Hoosier Hill Chapter

-Served on a FEW panel along with Sue Webster, Hank Webster, Angie Lewis and Tonya Toon answering questions about what FEW has done for us

-Served on a panel as a recipient of the Women of Character, Courage and Commitment nomination for Crane

-Updated the All About FEW presentation

-Prepared request for NTP/NE 2015 Chair(s) to be emailed to all members

-Worked with the Strategic Planning Team

-Updated Strategic Plan Goals

-Wrote article for Program Book

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Exhibit #16

EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE REPORT

Washington Court Hotel525 New Jersey Ave NW

Washington, DCMay 30-31, 2014

TO: FEW Executive Committee

FROM: Joan Chopp, Secretary

My goals as National Secretary are:

To uphold the high standards of the National Board of Directors and to complete all duties and tasks to the best of my ability.

To provide information and assistance to Federally Employed Women’s membership and the National President and to the NBOD. ACTION: I have answered many inquiries from FEW Members, NBOD members and Chapters and Regions.

To assist with the National Board of Directors and Executive Committee meetings to help make the meetings run smoothly, by providing NBOD with necessary information prior to all meetings. . ACTION: I have distributed Report formats for the NBOD Meeting in Atlanta, GA and this EC Meeting, developed draft agendas and schedules of events for all of these meetings, finalized and distributed that information to all NBOD and EC Members. ACTION: I have posted minutes and reports from the EC Meeting in October and the NBOD meeting in February.

To provide minutes of each meeting to the review committee and the board in a timely manner.

ACTON: Minutes of all meetings have been posted to the FEW Website.

To be responsive to all requests in a timely manner and to assist with duties, as assigned. ACTION: I have been answering and providing information to all FEW members and NBOD members, when requested – by goal is within 24 hours. I have also mailed many Sympathy Cards, Congratulations Cards and Get Well Cards to NBOD and other FEW Members, as requested. Due to changes in our agreement with Talley, I have been distributing information to the NBOD Members several times per week, whenever needed.

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Exhibit #17

EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE REPORT

Washington Court Hotel525 New Jersey Ave NW

Washington, DCMay 30-31, 2014

TO: FEW Executive Committee

FROM: Carol D. Jones National Treasurer

Participate in monthly conference calls with Finance Committee to discuss 2014 budget

Worked with Diener & Associates to ensure invoices are process and costs are recorded correctly

Reviewed and process weekly invoices and expense reports to ensure the appropriate accounting codes have been assigned and payments have been processed

Review cash disbursement log, sign and mailed checks to vendors, NBOD, etc.

Process monthly ACH reimbursement for chapters

Review bank reconciliations and bank statements

Transfer funds from JP Morgan Chase account to Wells Fargo checking account

Transfer funds from PayPal account to Wells Fargo checking account

Made all credit card payments via phone

Distribute the Financial Statement to the NBOD

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Exhibit #18

EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE REPORT

Washington Court Hotel525 New Jersey Ave NW

Washington, DCMay 30-31, 2014

TO: FEW Executive Committee

FROM: (Bernice Waller, Nominations Officer)

(1) I attended the NBOD meeting in February, 2014.

(2) Several board members asked about the upcoming election.

(3) I had a meeting with the webmaster regarding the upcoming election and the website. The time line and all of the information was posted on the website.

(4) James Claiborne, requested the membership list for e-mails and addresses for the upcoming election. DCG and Dawn Nester provided me with the necessary information

(5) The Nominations and Election Committee reviewed the information on the website and review information from the candidates. The information from the candidates was forwarded to the committee for review.

(6) I contacted the Vice President of Membership and Chapter Organization to insure all candidates were in good standings.

(7) The nominations closed on March 10, 2014, with nomination forms from 16 candidates. The committee had a conference call to discuss the candidates however we only had one disqualification.

(8) The election campaign was open for 30 days from April 7th to May 7th. The reports were due before the completion of the campaign so therefore the new officers will be announced at a later date.

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Exhibit #19

EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE REPORT

Washington Court Hotel525 New Jersey Ave NW

Washington, DCMay 30-31, 2014

TO: FEW Executive Committee

FROM: Sue Webster, Immediate Past President

The following provides an update on my goals and accomplishments as Immediate Past President since October 11-12, 2013.

Past President’s Task Force: Per the National Policy and Procedures Manual, Section VI, Resources, C, 24, I will chair the Past President’s Task Force. This Task Force will provide guidance on the short- and long-range plans of the organization and undertake special projects as needed by the National President and/or National Board of Directors.

Previously I reported that I contacted the Past Presidents via email, letter and phone to get their thoughts on improving communications with the Task Force, engaging them in projects, and finding opportunities for them to assist. They were very responsive and provided thoughts for improving communications. Progress this reporting period included a phone call on December 3, 2013, with President Crockett updating them on the recent events as we know them. Various emails have been forwarded to the Past Presidents in an attempt to inform them of progress and activities.

Youth Outreach: As discussed with the National President, one of my goals was to continue work with the Special Assistant for Outreach and the VP for Membership and Chapter Organization in the area of FEW’s outreach to youth and to the chapters and regions. No Progress to report. Training 2014: As one of the two Chairs for the National Leadership Summit 2014, a great deal of attention has been placed in this area as we understand what this year’s program will include. A meeting was held January 3, 2014, with finance leads and with finance leads and National President, Executive VP, and Sponsorships Chair on January 8, 2014. A meeting was held on January 10, 2014 with Housing Special Assistant and Robin Sutton to discuss facilities for the events. Per discussions at the National Board meeting in February, dates for the events were changed to July 10, 2014 – Advocacy Day; and July 11, 2014 – Summit and Gala Celebration. In addition, a budget was approved at that meeting. The facility is the Washington Court Hotel, 455 Massachusetts Ave #306, Washington, DC 20001. National Event Team meetings have been held on March 12, April 2, April 16, April 30 (planned), May 14 (planned). Team leads have been appointed and a committee is in place with tasks assigned. There has been a good deal of activity in the sponsorship area as well. A special thank you to Sponsor Chair, Naomi Bell for her assistance in this area.

Other Key Responsibility Areas:

Succession Planning: I sent an email to Nominations Chair on September 3, and spoke to her on September 5, 2013, re. succession planning and how I might be able to assist in some way with this effort in the area of succession planning and leadership development as Immediate Past President. She provided excellent feedback.

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I am involved as the Immediate Past Chair for the Crane Employee Organizations Team at NSWC Crane. I have presented on behalf of FEW at Onboarding training to new employees representing our local chapter. These opportunities give me the chance to share info on the benefits of participation in employee organizations and how they are able to help an employee learn and grow.

I provided a phone/email interview for the Great Lakes Chapter following the Great Lakes RTP. Authors of the Chapter Newsletter were interested in my perspective now that I am no longer the National President.

At the local level, I serve on the Chapter Executive Committee as the FWP Assistant. In this role, I offer info on the FWP program on behalf of FEW and when at the meetings and any chapter meetings, I do welcome members informally and I engage as a member of FEW. I am still on the FWP committee for FEW but have missed the meetings that have been scheduled due to work conflicts. I served as a member of a panel entitled “FEW in Review” discussing how FEW has helped me personally and professionally. (Suzi Inman also was a member of this panel.) The purpose was to encourage chapter members and others to become engaged as we move into elections at the local level and to look for new committee members.

I participate with an informal luncheon group (Powerful Women’s Luncheon) attending luncheons to discuss our experiences at NSWC Crane with new employees to help them “learn the ropes” and give them someone they can call if they need someone.

I supported and attended the Great Lakes Regional Training Program and Board meeting in Indianapolis, IN, on October 24-25, 2013. I attended the Hoosier Hills Chapter annual Christmas party on December 9, 2013. Donations are collected for many surrounding facilities needing support such as women’s shelters, animal shelters, etc.

I support the National President and National Board as needed and will mentor board members and other FEW members as needed. If there is anything needed, please do not hesitate to contact me.

Strategic Planning: I am sharing ideas with various appropriate members of the National Board including the National President in the area of Strategic Planning area.

FWP Team: I have had work conflicts when these meetings are scheduled so have missed these during the past few months. I participate in these calls as my schedule permits. This remains a topic I am very interested in and I have had conversations with the Special Assistant for the FWP to keep up to date. I have been assigned as the FWPM (collateral duties) at my agency and my efforts with FEW continue to help me with this effort.

Fiscal Security: Finance Team: I serve as a member of the Finance team. I participated in meetings during the Executive Committee activities in October and in Finance Call meetings held on December 21, 2013, January 25, 2014, March 29, 2014, and during the Semi-annual NBOD meeting in Atlanta. I also plan to participate in the special board meeting scheduled for May 8, 2014.

Diversity and Inclusion: I serve on the Crane Diversity Council and serve as the rep for the Federal Women’s Program. I served on the team for my department coordinating the display for the annual Day of Diversity Display held on April 29, 2014.

I have been honored to continue to serve our National President, FEW and our members this 2012-2014 term.

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REPORTS

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Exhibit #20

EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE REPORT

Washington Court Hotel525 New Jersey Ave NW

Washington, DCMay 30-31, 2014

TO: FEW Executive Committee

FROM: Sapana Patel, Awards Chair Major Accomplishments since February 2014

Update Standard Operating Procedure Document (SOP) for Awards Research to update Award Section on FEW website Worked with Karen Rainey IT Chair with Awards submission process Worked with Karen Rainey to trouble shoot any and all Awards submissions. Attending Awards rating training with Karen Raney and Robin Sutton. Meet several times with Awards committee on rating procedures. Held Awards training webinar. Held a presentation at DC regional meeting. Reviewed Award Section Reviewed all Awards packages. Meet with most committee members Opened Awards period Had meetings with the President, VP, IT Chair, and Scholarship Chair. Met with various Military officials Advised FEW members on Awards process and various other questions. Will begin Rating awards and will have results by EC meeting.

The Awards Committee members for this year remain:

Sapana Patel, Linda Patrick, Joy Lazaroff, Brenita Betts, Sherry Paquin, Judith Morgan, Marie RussellAward Committee – Hold weekly meetings with all committee members in attendance.

2014 Goals

Update Standard Operating Procedure Manual (SOP) for future Award Chairs and committee In progress - Create an automated Award History Database for future Award Chairs and historians In progress - Improve and enhance online Award Nomination Submission Process Further understand the duties as Awards Chair

Through our national awards program, I will help FEW and our President recognize special

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achievements of individuals, chapters, and regions in furthering the purposes of the organization. Along with the Awards Committee, we published articles in News & Views, FEW national web page, encouraging participation in the National FEW Awards Program and referencing existing procedures.

Working on establishing a suitable method of communication among the committee members to facilitate review of nominations and recommendations for awards. We are working to improve the awards process and to make sure we don’t have technical issues.

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Exhibit #21

EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE REPORT

Washington Court Hotel525 New Jersey Ave NW

Washington, DCMay 30-31, 2014

TO: FEW Executive Committee

FROM: Kimberly Kirkpatrick, National Bylaws Chair

Accomplishments February to April 2014

Reviewed the follow new or amended bylaws:o 1,000 Lakes Chapter Bylaws (Great Lakes Region)o Maryland Tri-County Bylaws (Mid-Atlantic Region)

Prepared Resolution for Suzanne Schultz Prepared National Bylaws Amendment for Executive Committee consideration

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Exhibit #22

EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE REPORT

Washington Court Hotel525 New Jersey Ave NW

Washington, DCMay 30-31, 2014

TO: FEW Executive Committee

FROM: Shelly McCoy, Communications Chair

Goals:

1. Develop Comprehensive Communication Plan2. Review Internal/External Standards and modify as needed3. Analyze current communication methods and make recommendations to streamline process4. Serve as active member of PPRC5. Create Communication Committee6. Serve as member of News & Views (Coordinator)

Since the EC Meeting in Baltimore, MD this past this past October, I have started or completed the following:

Revamped Brochureo worked with Executive Vice President to revamp focus area brochures

Legislative Agenda 2013 Diversity Works Brochure Membership Brochure Military Brochure Sexual Harassment Brochure

o Comments received back from NBOD and incorporated into brochure. Camera ready copy sent to publisher

o Proofs being mailed, will review and send back to Globe Life o New Brochure Inventory Number is FEWBROC1

Agency Packetso Mailed 5 packets to Great Lakes Region

Advertisingo Sent Potential lists of Sponsors / Partners to Sponsorship Chair

NCMA (National Contract Management Association) Society of Women Engineers (SWE) – Knowledge Network for Government Our Public Service (OPS)

o TSP request for using FEW Logo Worked with webmaster (with approval from President) to provide TSP with FEW

logo to display at events TSP is attending or displaying information

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for displaying at conferences they attendo Sent FEW Logo sent to Nancy Intractor to recognize few as a supporter of Leadership

Summit for Women in National Security Careers Sent 50 word description about FEW and FEW Programs

Inventory Listo Reviewed and updated inventory and arranged for the disposal of itemso New Brochure when received will be FEWBROC1

Regiono Rocky Mountain Region

Requested items for their RTP Provided Cubes w/FEW logo

o Rocky Mountain RTP Attended Escorted / Driver for Madam President and Speakers Met and introduced YGL to Colorado Springs Chapter

PPRCo Continue as an active member of the PPRC. Since my last report I have reviewed more

than 37 documents submitted to PPRC NTP Advisory

o Continue to provide guidance as needed and attend meetings News & Views

o News & Views Coordinator: coordinate initial submittals, edit, and place articles in a semblance of order for proofreaders and Editor

Coordinate all articles into one document Serve as first editor of all articles prior to sending to proofreading

o Serving as interim N&V Editor until Vicki returns Mar/Apr News & Views sent to PPRC Wrote 3 articles for N&V

FEW Shining Stars Gertrude E. Rush Awards Dinner and Gala Public Service Recognition Week In process of working on May/Jun)

NTP 2014o Serve on team and provide assistance as neededo Drafted Meeting Notes for 4/30

Action items identified, sent to NTP Chairs for reviewo Advertising Possibilities

Provided Pat Wolfe with potential avenues, and will assist where I cano Provided Potential Speakers to Chairs

Sent contact informationo Sent Proposed logo to NTP Chairs

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Exhibit #23

EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE REPORT

Washington Court Hotel525 New Jersey Ave NW

Washington, DCMay 30-31, 2014

TO: FEW Executive Committee

FROM: Contracts Chair , Bethany Belice

1. Provided review and support for hotel contracts for the May 2014 Executive Committee meeting.

2. Provided review and support for hotel contract with the Washington Court Hotel for the Leadership Summit.

3. Coordinated an agreement with Eye on Washington formalizing support for Advocacy Day activities.

4. Reviewed sponsorship agreements with SAIC and EBSCO Host.

5. Currently working on solicitation to re-compete the current accounting and audit contracts. We have a list of potential accounting firms to approach. I am hoping to send solicitations to these firms by no later than the end of May.

6. Responded to emails to provide support for miscellaneous national contract activities, as needed.

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Exhibit #24

FEDERALLY EMPLOYED WOMENEXECUTIVE COMMITTEE MEETINGWashington Court Hotel, Washington, DC

May 30-31 2014

FROM: VANESSA W. ELLIOTT NATIONAL FINANCE CHAIR

As the National Finance Chair: Initiated with the budget for 2014 annual budget Initiated, presented and issued Fiscal Year 2014 financial statements to NBOD Provided training at 2014 National Training Program Reviews monthly financial statements the President to ensure payment Modified and enhanced internal controls Developed and implement new policies and procedures to ensure accuracy of budget

GOAL: Understand the duties of the Finance Chair in order to ensure that FEW has processes in place to prepare accurate budgets and manage FEW’s finances to ensure availability of income to operate the organization and be in compliance with all policies and procedures. Support the Treasurer, providing guidance and oversight.

1. I have and will work with FEW’s accounting firm Diener & Associates to betterunderstand the requirements for the fiscal year end closeout and audit procedures

2. I review invoices and expense reports and ensure the appropriate accounting codes have been assigned and payments have been processed

3. I will provide both financial and policy & procedure information for the Fiscal Year 2014 independent financial audit - performed by Renner and Company

4. I will work with Chase, Wells Fargo, PayPal and Sue van der Linden & Jeffrey Berry from Morgan Stanley regarding FEW’s financial matters and on-line view access of investment account

GOAL: Provide guidance to the Board of Directors/Executive Committee for advice on financial matters to ensure the NBOD remains in compliance with the NPPM.

1. I have participated in several conference call with FEW officers, committee chairs preparing 2014 budget, and discussing status of line items information.

2. I participated in FEW Executive Meeting and National Board of Directors, committee members at the NTP 2013. Discussed the proposed 2014 budget. Updated Budget was approved on 2/22/14 at the NBOD meeting in Atlanta, Georgia.

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GOAL: Support the National President’s vision to make FEW the organization of choice for leadership and advancement of women, and support FEW’s mission working for the elimination of sexual harassment.

1. I conducted Financial /Budgeting training at the National Training 2013 and will also for the NTP 2014.

2. I have attended several seminars at Naval Sea Systems Command for compliance with EEO policies and procedures, including diversity, teleworking, and sexual harassment..

GOAL: Work with the Treasurer to provide training to FEW Chapters in the area of finance utilizing the National Finance Policy.

1. I will work with Diener and Associates to conduct a budget webinar– which will be was presented to the region and chapters

2. I will work with the Treasurer and Deiner & Associates to prepare financial training workshop - will be held during the 2014 National Training Program

GOAL: Maintain records to account for all receipts and expenditures and ensure all records are in order for required audits.

1. I will review financial records and provided information to Diener and Renner for the Fiscal Year 2014 annual financial audit. I will assist in finding an auditor for the organization.

2. I have performed work with the NTP 2013 Team to review all expenses to ensure correct allocations and is currently working with the Leadership Summit in July 2014 to ensure financials are accurate

3. I will work with Renner Auditing Firm to review processes for expense reports to ensure we are in compliance with audit requirements

GOAL: Review and approve the Accounts Payable Register and ensure bank statements and investment account statements are reconciled in a timely manner as required by the NPPM.

1. I continue to monitor the accounts payable register and the monthly bank statements and investment account statements to analyze the cash flow for the organization. I continue to invest available cash as certificates of deposit to ensure financial stability for FEW’s future

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MONTHLY FINANCE AND INVESTMENT MEETINGFinance and Investment Meeting

Friday, May 30th 2014

FROM: VANESSA W. ELLIOTT INVESTMENT COMMITTEE CHAIR

The information reported comes from Morgan Stanley Client Statement, for the period of 3/31/14 to 4/30/14. To remain transparent, attached, is the report so you can follow.

March 2014 – April 2014 FEW continued to invest in Certificate of Deposits as noted in the Investment Policy. FEW’s investment committee continues to work with Sue van der Linden of Morgan Stanley (FEW’s portfolio manager) to review FEW’s assets. The Total asset this period (as of 4/30/14) is $1,469,865.45, and the total value of FEW’s account is $1,469,865.45.

As of April 30th 2014, FEW has 5 (five) certificate of deposits (CD) - (5 certificates of deposits @ approximately unit cost of $100,000 each). The five CDs and their market value are as follows:

Quick glance of FEW’s CDs (This information is taken from Page 6 of 8 of the Client Statement – for the Period April 30th 2014 – This statement is attached)

Security Description Market Value Unrealized Gain/Loss

Estimated Annual Income Accrued Interest

Apple Bank Manhasset NY CD $250,000.00 $0.00 ST

$125.00$ 9358

CFG Community Bank CD Lutherville MD CD $250,000.00 00.00 ST

$375.00$ 26.71

The Bank of Holland, Holland MI CD $100,177.00 $177.00 LT $335.63WEX Midvale UT CD

$ 74,965.00 $(34.50) ST$113.00 9.24

Bank of India New York City NY CD $249,920.00 $80.00 ST

$625.00 51.36

Certificates of Deposits $925,062.50 $177.00 LT$(114.50) ST

$1,238.00 544.40

Total Certificate of Deposits (include accrued interest)

$925,062.90

Total Market Value $1,469,321.05 $177.00 LT$(114.50) ST

$1,238.00 544.40

Total Value (includes accrued interest)

$1,469,321.05

LT = Long Term ST = Short Term

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MONTHLY FINANCE AND INVESTMENT MEETINGFinance and Investment Meeting

Friday, May 30th 2014

FEW’s Cash Flow (opening cash flow, deposits, money market funds (MMFs)) as of 4/1/14 to 4/30/14 is $624,023.09; Purchases (00); Sales and Redemption $470,000.00; Net Unsettled Purchases/Sales ($500,000.00); income is $235.46; total investment related activity is $(29,764.54); electronic transfer/debits (($50,000.00); total cash related activity ($50,000.00); closing cash, BDP, MMFs is $544,258.55.

There are no liabilities for this account for this reporting period.

FEW’s assets are covered by two forms of insurance (SIPC - Securities Investment Protection Corporation & CAPCO - Customer Asset Protection Company) as well as FDIC (Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation).

I have and will continue to monitor FEW’s investments to ensure financial stability for the organization.

Quick Glance Balance Sheet includes Accrued interest (In short summary):Page 3 of the Morgan Stanley Report

Last Period(as of 3/31/14)

This Period(as of 4/30/14)

Cash, BDP, MMFs $ 624,023.09 $ 544,258.55Certificates of Deposit^ $1,395,524.62 $ 925,606.90Net Unsettled Purchases/Sales $ (500,000.00) ---------------Total Assets $ 1,519,547.71 $ 1,469.865.45Total Liabilities (including balance) ---------------

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Total Value $1,519,547.71 $ 1,469,865.45

Glossary of Acronyms:

BDP – Bank Deposit ProgramMMF – Money Market Funds

This document has been electronically signed by the Finance Chair with integrity and accountability.

Respectfully,

Vanessa W. ElliottNational Finance Chair

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Exhibit #25

EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE REPORT

Washington Court Hotel525 New Jersey Ave NW

Washington, DCMay 30-31, 2014 Revised

TO: FEW Executive Committee

FROM: Marion Stevens and Sue Webster, Chairs, National Event 2014

From the last meeting the events are the same but the dates have changed.o An advocacy day on Thursday July 10, 2014o A leadership summit on Friday July 11, 2014o A gala celebrating 45 years of FEW training for Friday evening July 11, 2014o The National Board of Directors meeting will be held on Saturday July 12, 2014.

The budget was approved at the NBOD meeting in February 2014. A budget change approval was requested via phone call with the NBOD earlier this month.

The contracts for Eye on Washington for Advocacy Day activities and the hotel for all events was reviewed and approved.

Registration opened on May 5, 2014 for the 2014 Leadership Summit. The 2014 Leadership Summit Team is active and working on all events. Meetings are held

via conference call every other week. The summit was discussed with the Regional Managers during the budget change request

call. A Town Hall meeting with the National President Michelle Crockett was initially planned

for early in May 2014 but instead it was decided to send the FAQ document to the regions and chapters.

There have been several articles in News and Views to provide information on the summit. Much work has been completed and is still in progress in the area of sponsorship which is

vital to the success of the summit. Thanks to Naomi Bell, Wanda Killingsworth, and Bernice Waller for all of their help in this area.

A list of frequently asked questions (FAQs) with answers has being developed and is posted on the website.

A detailed schedule has been developed and is being continuously updated. A list of confirmed speakers was given. A silent auction is also being planned for Friday.

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Exhibit #26

EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE REPORT

Washington Court Hotel525 New Jersey Ave NW

Washington, DCMay 30-31, 2014

TO: FEW Executive Committee

FROM: Judy Rush, Chair Publications Policy Review Committee

Since our meeting in February 2014, the Publications Policy Review Committee (PPRC) has been busy reviewing and providing edits for over 86 items, below is a brief recap:

Chapter newsletters and event flyers Regional Newsletters Legislative Bi-monthly Updates New combined National focus areas brochure News & Views National Board of Director Nominations, bios, campaign flyers and websites Eblast announcing the National Board of Directors nominations and elections Webinars from Tully Rinckey National Women’s History Month power point presentation Regional nominations and elections publications

Thank you for the opportunity to serve in this position. Thank you to the Chapters and Regions for sending items for review. Thank you to the PPRC Committee members, advisors, and publishing interfaces for your expertise, eagle eyes and attention to detail which enhances FEW’s professional image.

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Exhibit #27

EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE REPORT

Washington Court Hotel525 New Jersey Ave NW

Washington, DCMay 30-31, 2014

TO: FEW Executive Committee

FROM: Sheryl L. Coleman, National Scholarship Chair

Worked with Executive Vice President and FEW Webmaster in preparation for announcing the opening of the online scholarship application.

Worked with panel members to assure their ability to rate applications and meet the suspense date.

Responded to numerous emails and telephone calls from FEW and non-FEW members relevant the scholarship application process.

Participated in a very informative WEBINAR with FEW Webmaster and DCG on the awards and scholarship rating process.