Membership Guide
A program of
ThemissionoftheGreaterAkronChamberistodriveeconomicdevelopment
andprosperityforthepeopleoftheGreaterAkronRegion.
OneCascadePlaza,17thFloor
Akron,OH44308-1192
(330)376-5550
info@greaterakronchamber.org
www.greaterakronchamber.org
What is KNOW?
KNOW (Knowledgeable Network of Women) is a
networking and professional development program
established by the Greater Akron Chamber in 2004.
KNOW’s mission is to cultivate the talent within each
other by reaching out to today’s women executives and
tomorrow’s leaders.
Check us out by attending one of our 2010 Quarterly
Networking Luncheons:
January 27
April 21
July 14 (New location TBD)
October 20
All luncheons held at:
Portage Country Club
240 N. Portage Path, Akron
Registration & Networking: 11:00 a.m.
Program: 11:30 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.
Cost: $20 for KNOW members
$30 for Chamber members
$50 for non-members
Register online at www.greaterakronchamber.org or call
(330) 376-5550 to RSVP!
These Quarterly Luncheons provide opportunities
for Greater Akron businesswomen to learn new
skills, get inspired, meet potential customers and
make new friends!
2010 Committee Chair
Paula Lewis
SS&G Financial Services
plewis@ssandg.com
2010 Chair-Elect
Mary Cowx
BCG & Company, Inc.
mary.cowx@bcgcompany.com
Logistics Chair
Nancy Kropko
AXA Advisors
nancy.kropko@axa-
advisors.com
Speaker/Programming Chair
Mary Mittica
ARAMARK Refreshment
Services
mittica-mary@aramark.com
Past Chair
Sally O’Neal-Lucas
Buckeye Baskets
soneal-lucas@uds-akron.org
KNOW Program Manager
Theresa Byers
Greater Akron Chamber
byers@greaterakronchamber.org
Membership Chair
Amanda Barna
Center for Marketing &
Opinion Research
abarna@cmoresearch.com
Hospitality Chair
Paula Chesser
Robert W. Baird & Company
pchesser@rwbaird.com
KNOW Committee
We would like to personally invite you to join this energizing group!
Please do not hesitate to contact any member of the KNOW
Committee for more information about the KNOW and/or how you
can get involved!
Membership Application
Yes, I wish to join KNOW. I am a member in good
standing of the Greater Akron Chamber. My application and
payment are enclosed. (See reverse for payment info.)
Yes, I wish to join KNOW. I understand that membership in
the Greater Akron Chamber is required. Please rush me
membership information.
Name __________________________________________
Title/Position____________________________________
Company_______________________________________
Address________________________________________
City_____________________ State_______ Zip _______
Phone____________________ Fax__________________
E-mail _________________________________________
Referred by ____________________________________
(Name/Company)
See reverse for payment information!
“KNOW has been a valuable resource for me in gaining
knowledge about issues facing professional women in the
area. In addition, I have had the opportunity to meet and
form relationships with so many wonderful women.
Without a doubt, KNOW has been the best networking
investment that our firm has made.”
-Amanda Barna
Center for Marketing & Opinion Research
KNOW Member since January 2007
“Getting the opportunity to meet and network with
professional women in our area is so empowering! I
always look forward to the quarterly luncheons—it’s great
motivation to be surrounded by such strong women!”
-Mary Cowx
BCG & Company
KNOW Member since April 2008
“Know has given me the opportunity to meet female
community role models, mentors and great friends. I am
so proud to be a part of such a professional, successful
and outstanding group of women.”
-Anne Marie Christ
Roderick, Linton, Belfance LLP
KNOW Member since January 2007
“My experience with the KNOW has been wonderful.
I have made more contacts that have turned into real
business from the KNOW than any other organization I am
involved with. What a great group of wonderful women,
helping women!”
-Leslianne Love
KNOW Member since January 2008
KNOW Member Testimonials
Payment Options
(annual fee of $35)
Check enclosed (make payable to Greater Akron
Chamber)
Visa
MasterCard
American Express
Account No. _________________________________
Security Code ________________________________
Expiration Date_______________________________
Signature ___________________________________
Chamber program fees are not a charitable contribution
but may be tax deductible as a business expense.
Return your completed application with your
payment information to:
Theresa Byers
Greater Akron Chamber
One Cascade Plaza, 17th Floor
Akron, OH 44308
Fax: (330) 379-3164
E-mail: byers@greaterakronchamber.org
Why join KNOW?
If you like our Quarterly Luncheons, consider getting
more involved in the KNOW by becoming a member!
KNOW Membership will allow you to build lasting
relationships with other KNOW Members, hearing and
sharing stories that inspire you to reach new heights and
realize new insights.
KNOW Member Benefits include:
• Membership Plaque
• Invitation to 3-4 KNOW Members-Only workshops or
networking events per year
• Opportunities for exposure in KNOW’s Quarterly
Newsletter, News from the KNOW
• Listing in KNOW Membership Directory
• Information on important issues and events for
businesswomen in the Greater Akron Region
• KNOW Member pricing for the Quarterly Luncheons.
KNOW Members are also eligible to volunteer on the
KNOW Committee, helping to plan and coordinate each
year’s programming. For more information about joining
the KNOW committee, contact any of the committee
members listed on the next page!
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