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Posted: December 22, 2014
Lenore Janis, Professional Women in Const. (PWC)
What was the best thing that happened to you or your firm in 2014?
We've had several highly successful events - Our annual Transportation Forum in July drew a record crowd, our Salute to Women of Achievement in October got rave reviews and was extremely well-attended and our recent Holiday Dinner Dance in December is getting kudos and once again attracted a full house.
What was your most notable project, deal, transaction or personal achievement in 2014?
As 2014 draws to a close PWC is approaching its 35th anniversary! We now have four chapters in six states. No small feat for an organization launched by a dozen women in 1980 who had no notion if the idea would take off - it did, big time!
What are you looking forward to accomplishing in 2015?
At the moment, a great 35th year that should start off with a bang for our Developers Forum in January and our Meet the Construction Chiefs in February.
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