My name is Susan Oser and I hail from the great state of Michigan.  I am running for Vice President of Advocacy.  My theme and vision is “Advocating for others and yourself.”  This means that I would like to see the membership get involved at the advocacy level but do it because they have either been personally touched by the issue or they are facing that issue.  With the diverse issues out there, everyone has a story to share.   Let that be your advocacy. 

In addition, the theme also means to advocate for yourself with self-care.  That means taking care of your health (both mentally and physically) and doing what is good for your own peace of mind.   Advocating for others also means fighting for not only our population but also the marginalized and those that we can include in our fight for equality.  The more numbers the better. 

I am honored to be running for Vice President of Advocacy.  I appreciate the support of my Michigan Affiliate sisters as well as those within the NFBPWC organization.  My personal motto: Work hard, have fun, and embrace your true self. 

 Emily VanVleck

I've grown a lot in my years as a member and board member of NFBPWC. I am passionate about advocating for women's rights and look forward to continuing serving the organization as VP of Advocacy.  

I'm inspired by the work of current VP of Advocacy, Daneene Monroe Rusnak, and have many plans to expand on the work she has done by joining coalitions and pushing for legislative changes that advance women's rights.  

My ambition in this role is to strengthen the political power of NFBPWC and make us an active player in political decisions.  

Candidate for Secretary 

Nermin K. Ahmad 

Over the past 6 years, I have had the honor of being the Secretary of the NYC Chapter for some two (2) years, and then the President for three and a half (3 ½) years.  Throughout this period, I have been the rapporteur for the BPW United Nations NY Representatives, and a UN Representative – which has seen my election for two terms as Treasurer on the Executive Committee for the Committee on Migration, representing Civil Society at the UN, as well as the Convener for the Subcommittee on Xenophobia, Racism and Social Inclusion. 

Candidate for Treasurer 

Dr. Joanne Carfioli Naylor, a BPW member for 18 years and Speech-Language Pathologist is running for Treasurer. She has experience in bookkeeping, budget creation, and accurate financial reporting. Her goal is to provide accurate and timely financial support for all members and events.  

Candidate for Young BPW 

Bryn Norrie is a candidate for YBPW.  She has been a member of BPW since 2021 and is

 excited to (hopefully!) continue sharing BPW and its fantastic network of women with young women across the US. She currently lives in Washington D.C. and is working for a USAID implementing partner.