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Nominations Report – Candidates for 2024-2026 Term

1 Jul 2024 12:50 PM | Kemi Oyebade (Administrator)

By: Manjul Batra
 NFBPWC Nominations Chair 

The following Nominations have been received for the 2024-2026 NFBPWC offices. 

President 

Barbara Bozeman 

 

Kathy Kelly 

First Vice-President of Membership 

Maria DeSousa 

Second Vice President of Advocacy 

Emily VanVleck 

 

Susan Oser 

Secretary 

Nermin K. Ahmad 

Treasurer  

Jo C Naylor 

Young BPW Representative  

Doris Byrne Norris 

Candidates for President  

ELEVATE WOMAN IN ACTION

Vote Kathy Kelly For NFBPWC President

With a degree in Religious / Women’s Studies from the University of Colorado, Boulder, Kathy’s passion has always been to advocate for women and girls.  She has served in many BPW positions, including president in her home state of Colorado and currently serving at the national level as vice president of membership.  At the international level, Kathy has served as the BPW delegate to the United Nations Commission on the Status on Women (2013- present) and completed a three-year term on the Women for Water Partnership International 

Steering Committee (www.womenforwater.org).  She continues her involvement 

with capacity-building projects for women and girls with the NGO www.Afghans4Tomorrow.org 2009-present. 

Kathy splits her time between Personnel Profiles, volunteer work, her two grown children and four grandchildren. She enjoys skiing, hiking, Bronco games and concerts at Colorado's beautiful Red Rocks amphitheater. 

BARBARA J. BOZEMAN 

Focused on amplifying opportunities for our members. 

Dedicated to fostering growth through innovative programs and strategic partnerships. 

Committed to empowering members by bridging local and international connections, enabling them to thrive in all aspects of their lives. 

 


Candidate for First Vice-President of Membership 

Maria Cecilia DeSousa came to the United States of America in 1979. She began her college education at University of Wisconsin, Eau Claire and later received her Bachelor’s in Science degree in Biological Science (Medical Technology) with a minor in chemistry from California State University Sacramento and is a licensed Clinical Laboratory Scientist. Maria has a Master’s degree in Health Services Administration (MPA) from University of San Francisco. Maria is admitted into California State Bar and is licensed to practice law.

Maria is the immediate Past President for California Federation of Business and Professional Women and currently serves as the President for Berkeley Club of Business and Professional Women. She is on the Board of Directors and is the current co-President for the Indo-American Chamber of Commerce of Northern California.  

Candidates for Second Vice-President of Advocacy 


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.  



Equal Participation of Women and Men in Power and Decision-Making Roles.

NFBPWC is a national organization with membership across the United States acting locally, nationally and globally. NFBPWC is not affiliated with BPW/USA Foundation.

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