PRESIDENT'S MESSAGE

MS. JACKIE FROMDAHL PAINTING UNLIMITED, INC.

How is it possible that the first quarter of the year has already come and gone? There have been two new events so far this year. The first “social event” of the year; Axe Throwing, and a “special event” both have proven to be extremely successful and well-liked by the membership. I hope that you had a chance to attend at least one of these events! Our Educational Expo also showed record breaking participation with over 50 vendors supporting the chapter through sponsorships and over 100 manager members and Homeowner Leaders interested in furthering their education!

This seems like the perfect moment to recognize the excellent group of hard-working members that have come together to ensure that these events were a huge success. I would specifically like to thank the committees and committee chairs that were involved, we could not have done it without you! Another special thanks to our 2019 board of directors for supporting these changes and taking the time to show your support by attending the events this year.

In addition to the first quarter of this new decade already becoming a moment of the past, we also head into this year celebrating the 30th anniversary of the Greater Inland Empire Chapter. Many thanks to all our past presidents whose continued leadership has led us to where we are today. The traditional gift for a 30th anniversary is a pearl. The chapter today has grown to become this glistening object, this jewel, that was created by each one of you…. much like a pearl. Although the shape that the pearl typically takes is round and smooth. It can also encompass other shapes, much like the new forming shape we are molding the chapter into today. So, focusing on this 30th celebration of the chapter, take with you knowing that we are shaping into something finer, rarer, more admirable and valuable…. Much like a pearl.

The chapter also has another leader upon us, AJ Keefe, filling the role as our new Chapter Executive Director. Be on the lookout for additional changes that are coming from the chapter in order to bring us to the next level. I look forward to seeing you all at the upcoming New Member mixer and Golf Tournament! And if you haven’t already, visit the launch of our new website!