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CHICAGO WOMEN IN TRADES CELEBRATES 25 YEARS
On,Thursday, January 26, 2006: Chicago Women in Trades launched its 25th anniversary campaign with an Open House Breakfast at CWIT's new space in Chicago's South Loop. Nearly 100 industry partners, community organizations, tradeswomen, students, and staff gathered to hear a keynote speech by Illinois Senate President Emil Jones Jr. and enjoy a breakfast that included baked goods, tea and coffee donated by Sara Lee.
CWIT President Lauren Sugerman welcomed the crowd and presented plaques to some of the organization's Build Out Partners:
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Chicago Regional Council of Carpenters
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Chicago Regional Council of Carpenters Apprentice & Training Program
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United Brotherhood of Carpenters and Joiners of America, Local 1185
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Chicago Area Painting and Decorating Joint Apprenticeship and Training Committee
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Electricians Labor Management Cooperation Committee
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Chicago Area Drywall Finishers Joint Apprenticeship and Training Committee
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Pipefitters Training Center Local Union 597
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Building Construction Trades Council
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Building Construction Trades Department, AFL-CIO
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Kenny Construction Company
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Bonaparte Corporation
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F.H. Paschen, S.N. Nielsen & Assoc., LLC
Board Chair Kina McAfee announced the 25th anniversary campaign: Building for Our Future and the 25th anniversary gala to be held on Friday, November 3 at the Plumbers' Hall in Chicago.
Event Chair: The Union Carpenters and Contractors Labor Management Association.
Platinum Plier Sponsor: Electricians Labor Management Cooperation Committee
Silver Saw Sponsors:
Federation of Women Contractors
International Union of Bricklayers and Allied Craftworkers
Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity
Pentad, Inc.
