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About CWIP

Who belongs to CWIP?
Our recent member survey told us this about our members:

  • Members' jobs most commonly include copy or manuscript editor, web content writer or editor, communications manager, and proofreader, but jobs range from marketing to graphic design and from printing to media and public relations.
  • 51 percent live within the Chicago city limits, 42 percent in the suburbs, and 7 percent outside of Chicago.
  • Whether you're an experienced professional or new to the industry, you'll find your peers in CWIP.

What do we do?
We're busy. We meet monthly on the third Wednesday at the Willis (formerly Sears) Tower in downtown Chicago for networking and a career-related educational program. We also hold spring and fall receptions. Smaller groups also meet monthly in the city and the suburbs for informal networking get-togethers.

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Our Mission Statement
Chicago Women in Publishing (CWIP) is a nonprofit volunteer organization formed in 1972 for professionals in the publishing industry and allied fields. Our purpose is to explore and improve the status of publishing professionals, to assist members in greater professional achievement, and to provide a forum for the exchange of ideas.

CWIP offers programs, services, and networking opportunities to advance publishing careers. Membership is open to women and men who support CWIP's goals. Our aim is to be Chicago's most respected source of publishing education, information, outreach, leadership, and career opportunities.

Read the gritty details in our bylaws.

How to Contact Us
CWIP
P.O. Box 268107
Chicago, IL 60626
Phone: 773.508.0351
Fax: 773.508.5871
E-mail: info@cwip.org

Help keep our database current!
Members, don't forget to let us know when your mailing or e-mail address changes. Send changes to info@cwip.org.

2009–2010
CWIP Board of Directors and Committees

President
Tulie O'Connor

VP/President-elect
Open

VP/Strategic Planning & Development
Judith West

VP/Business Operations
Michelle Coussens

Secretary
Angelica Lopez

Treasurer/Payables
Kerry O'Rourke

Treasurer/Receivables Annie Logue

Board Member At Large
Maureen Glasoe

Board Member At Large
Dorothy Ryan

Advocacy
Melanie Bartelme

Clips Editor
Tamara Matthews

Clips Assistant Editor
Darhiana Mateo

Membership Co-Chair
Rachel Winokur

Membership Co-Chair
Natalie Gottschalk

Programs
Amber Neff

Publicity
Laura Peterson

Web Site Editor
Kavitha Reinhold