Dear Monika We have started the new AWTE year with a bang, kicking off with Tricia Handley's Farewell Lunch at the House of Lords - a fabulous event and a fitting vote of thanks to our past Chair for her work and inspiration. Thanks to London City Airport for sponsoring the Welcome Reception and our host, Baroness Shreela Flather. A full report is available on the website and click here to see the great photos available for purchase from photographer, Steve Dunlop.  |  | Bella Rangel Callan, Richard Gooding, Tricia Handley, Karen Ramírez Member Survey It is important that I and the Committee keep our finger on the pulse so that we run an Association that delivers opportunities for you and your business that are worth your time and money to attend. Please take five minutes to complete a member survey which will help us to shape the forthcoming year.  Looking for New Members AWTE is delivering value far beyond the modest membership fee that we charge - and we want to attract new members. Please recommend us to your colleagues and associates - if three or more join, AWTE will buy a bottle of wine for you at the next event you attend. For joining details, email the Membership Secretary who will be delighted assist or contact potential new members. | Monday 24 May - Bite-size Presenting YOU! This session will be led by training and development consultant, Debbee Dale of Debbee Dale Development and will provide hints and tips on confidence-building and how to "project your best self" when presenting. It will be followed by an opportunity to network. This event is open to members (FOC) and non-members (£20). Click here to book.  AWTE Sunset Reception at ITT - Monday 7 June Once again, AWTE will be holding the legendary Sunset Reception and if you are attending the ITT Conference, come and have a drink on us! Thanks to member Victoria Sanders of Teletext Holidays for sponsorship of this event. Click here to send us your name and company if you would like to attend. Boardroom Ready Finance Session - Tuesday 29 June Gwyn Hughes of Pinpoint Communications and Nikki Spoor of White Hart Associates will deliver an interactive morning of "getting to the crux of it" finance. This promises to be a really "meaty" session and places are likely to go quickly. The cost is £50 which includes a glass of wine and snack lunch at the end. Click here to book. AWTE Summer Lunch - Thursday 8 July Always a great get-together before the summer break - full details will be announced shortly, but save the date, and no afternoon meetings! AWTE is proud of its recent achievements and our sponsorship rates are minimal for the return. Take a look and see how easily you can raise your profile, for so little money! Starting from £500, click here to find out more or email Karen Ramirez. Finally... Experienced redundancy or know of a sick colleague? Please contact the Benevolent Fund as support is there for all members. Call Bella Rangel Callan on 020 7828 9422 or email benevolent@awte.org.uk . Karen Ramirez Chair, AWTE |