Executive Testimonials

"Roberta Wilhelm
Executive Director, Girls Incorporated of Omaha

"Girls Incorporated of Omaha has been a member firm in the Omaha Chapter since 1984. Our partnership with EWI's Reading Rally project over the years has helped support our literacy programs for the girls and young women we serve. We agree with EWI that reading is a fundamental building block for children to become self-sufficient, independent adults. EWI Chapter Board and Corporate Committee experiences have helped our representatives develop skills that they can use in their positions at Girls Incorporated. As the Executive, I also enjoy the networking opportunities with other firms through Executive and Firm Night events."

Art N. Burtscher
Chairman, McCarthy Group Advisors, L.L.C.

"Our firm has enjoyed the great fortune of being involved in EWI for the past 8 years, and I have been involved as a member firm executive for 13 years. I've experienced first hand the opportunities that our representative has had to network and be involved at every level in EWI. I'm certain she would classify the experience as "priceless". For those who want to be involved in a professional organization that provides outstanding educational programs, meaningful community service, the opportunity to associate with the individuals who control and operate the major organizations in our community and beyond (not the bosses!), I'm confident EWI will meet and exceed your expectations!"

Gary Gates
President & CEO, Omaha Public Power District

"EWI is a unique professional organization consisting of diverse companies both locally and internationally. From a CEO perspective, I have found personal value through networking opportunities with local business leaders who are also OPPD's customers. Just as important, OPPD's EWI representatives have benefited by taking advantage of the many leadership, professional development and philanthropic opportunities provided through involvement in EWI."

Mark Schreier
Executive Vice President/Finance and Treasurer, Woodmen of the World

"Even though Woodmen has been involved with EWI for 17 years, I have only been associated as an executive for a little over 1 year. In that short amount of time, I have come to realize the value we receive through our association. The networking and contacts, while very worthwhile for our representative, have also provided me with the opportunity to meet other local business leaders. In this way, we both get the chance to spread the word about Woodmen, all while learning more about other sponsoring firms. The leadership and people skills naturally developed by our representative through active membership, coupled with the professional development opportunities available, have definitely resulted in significant personal growth. Finally, the philanthropic aspects of EWI mesh perfectly with the community service side of Woodmen. All in all, EWI has proven to be a great organization with which to be associated."

Michael B. Yanney
Chairman Emeritus, The Burlington Capital Group

"Executive Women International is an organization that serves an exceptional purpose in our community. These are women who, in many ways, run our city. From vice presidents to business owners to executive assistants for the top chief executives of our city, they get things done. Their programs instill leadership qualities which are a benefit to their companies. The fact that they network and socialize with one another so they "know" each other makes communications between businesses significantly better. They know where to go to get things done. This is a city where chief executives and political leaders want to constantly improve the community. EWI serves a valuable role in making this happen. They also serve our community with their philanthropic endeavors such as their scholarship program and reading programs. This organization also provides an avenue for each company to promote themselves, their goods or services to a wide variety of businesses. Our firm has been a member for the past 16 years over which time we have reaped many benefits. EWI has my complete support and endorsement."