track my activity with my watch. If a workout is not recorded it didn’t happen! DO YOU HAVE A FAVORITE FITNESS ACTIVITY? All fitness activities feel good to me! I find that during exercise sessions, especially cardio, is a great time for me to unplug and do something great for myself. Fitness is a way of life and should be considered a treat versus a chore. HOW DO YOU JUGGLE YOUR WORK LIFE, FAMILY LIFE & FITNESS? Life is a juggle more than a balance most days. I am blessed to have a supportive husband who helps with our three children; CJ (13), Zoe (10), Kate (17) and home in addition to his job with Caterpillar. I treasure the time that we spend as a family whether it is family movie night or traveling to one of their sporting practices or events. We are a busy family and they are my priority and my heart.
organizations. She currently serves as board president of the Child Protection Network and is a board member for the W.D. Boyce Council BSA board and Habitat for Welcome Liz German recently Catherine was Humanity McLean County CEO and President, YWCA McLean County named a 2021 Women of and the ReStore Operations Mesouani Remarks Distinction inHannah the Community Director, Mission and Equity Consulting, Committee. She is an active McLean County Leadership YWCA category. This member of the BloomingtonWINGS Awards Camille award is given toTaylor a woman Normal Sunrise Rotary and YWCA McLean County Board Member, who has made icant Past Woman signif of Distinction, WINGS Chair a graduate of the 2015-2016 contributions asWhisman, a volunteer Women of Distinction McLean County Chamber Beth Frances Maddox YWCA McLean County Board Members of Commerce Leadership of to better McLean County. McLean County. Closing Remarks Liz German Catherine isCEOinvolved and President, YWCA in McLeana County variety of local community On behalf of the YWCA McLean County Board of Directors, I am pleased to welcome everyone to the 32nd Annual YWCA McLean County Women of Distinction Awards. We had fervently hoped to see you all in person this year and even though we can’t physically gather, I know we are sharing the communal spirit of this event.
It’s not only appropriate, but necessary that we recognize and honor the women in McLean County who rise each day and do the work that makes our communities thrive. This year’s 21 nominees represent excellence in many diverse endeavors, and they bring passion and resilience to that work. We celebrate them and are grateful for the positive impact they make every day. Linda Kimber, Chair Board of Directors, YWCA McLean County
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