ODU WIN - Women's Initiative Network

We appreciate you, W.M. Jordan Company! Thank you to all who attended.

Tuesday we hosted Col. Nicole Malachowski (USAF, ret.) as she shared advice for overcoming challenging circumstances and encouragement to unwaveringly commit to and follow our dreams.

Her presentation was followed by extensive and thoughtful Q&A with Jennifer Boykin, WIN executive committee member and former president, Newport News Shipbuilding.

We then gathered at the Barry Art Museum for a fantastic dinner and phenomenal conversation.

Thank you to presenting sponsor TowneBank and featured sponsor W.M. Jordan Company for making this event possible.

We are grateful for the following supporting sponsors for their continued commitment to WIN.

Sentara Health
Hudgins Contracting
Tidewater Home Funding, LLC
The GBS Group
Morring Law, PLLC
Jennifer Boykin
Pamela and Russel Kirk
Caroline McCartney
Rhonda Glover Reese

Visit https://flic.kr/s/aHBqjC1vVg to view spectacular photos from this event.

THIS TUESDAY we welcome Col. Nicole Malachowski (USAF Ret.) to the stage at Chartway Arena, Big Blue Room for an incredible afternoon of inspiration, encouragement and camaraderie. This is an event you won’t want to miss. Thanks our generous sponsors, we are able to offer complimentary tickets to ODU Affiliates and Military / Veterans in addition to our WIN Members. For more information or to register, please visit the event link below.

Drop your questions for Nicole in the comments ⬇️

WIN is thrilled to present this year, in partnership with Sentara Health and TowneBank:

Harnessing Headwinds: Navigating Self-Doubt and Adversity, a conversation with Nicole Malachowski, moderated by Jennifer Boykin, Executive Vice President, Huntington Ingalls Industries.

Many thanks to Old Dominion University and the WIN Board of Directors for bringing this exciting event to fruition.

2025 marks WIN’s 11th year connecting deserving female college students with mentorships in the community.

Join us for this empowering event, secure your tickets today!



Click the link below for tickets, and learn more about Col. Malachowski’s story here: https://nicolemalachowski.com/pages/about

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We are thrilled to announce our new ODU WIN leadership team. Please join us in welcoming:

Kim Curtis as President
Charlene Morring as Vice President
Sarah Castleberry as Secretary
Theresa Rohm as Treasurer

As ODU WIN celebrates its 10th anniversary, we anticipate the positive influence this team will bring to our organization. Here's to the next decade of empowering mentorship for ODU women!

We want to extend our deepest gratitude to Marsha King Hudgins for her outstanding leadership over the last four years as the president of ODU WIN. Marsha's dedication and hard work have greatly contributed to the growth and success of our community.

Thank you, Marsha, for your commitment and inspiring leadership. We wish you all the best in your future endeavors!

This is why mentorship matters.

Congratulations to ODU WIN mentee, Ria Kilaro! This is what her mentor, Jerri Dickseski, said:

"She did it!! I had the pleasure, as a member of the ODU Board of Visitors, to hug my WIN mentee, Ria Kilaro, on the dais as she received her MA in Economics. Ria has become part of my family. She is bright, talented and has a great future in front of her. Go Monarchs!!💙💙💙"

🎉 Celebrating 10 Years of ODU WIN with new Board members! ODU WIN proudly introduces four exceptional women joining our Board as we mark a decade of empowering the next generation of women leaders.

Thank you for your mentorship and for helping us shape the next chapter of our journey.

Please welcome to the ODU WIN Board:

Melissa Goodrich, Senior Vice President, Chief People Officer- HR Operations, Sentara Health Systems
Amber Price, President, Sentara Williamsburg Regional Medical Center
Theresa Rohm, CPA, President of A. Rohm, Smith & Co.
Kelly Till, President, Richmond Times-Dispatch-Lee Enterprises Virginia

Another Speaker Series event success!

This time, our mentors, mentees, and event sponsors had the chance to learn from entrepreneur, philanthropist, and ODU WIN Board member, Dr Angela Reddix. She shared key communication skills that have served her well in business and in life.

Many thanks to Angela for sharing her event space, The Mustard Seed Place, a newly-opened hub for women-owned business and collaboration in Portsmouth.

Give2ODU Day is right around the corner, the chance to celebrate the spirit of giving and support the future of ODU!

April 11th is the official Day, but the ODU WIN page is live for donations right now.

Your gifts can help enrich the educational experience of students. Interested in issuing a challenge to your community to raise funds for this worthy cause? Details at the link below.

https://www.givecampus.com/uu7mq6

Give2ODU Day 2024 Join me and make a gift to Give2ODU Day 2024!

Each year, one of the most anticipated events for both mentees and mentors is the ODU WIN Etiquette Dinner.

At this dinner, participants learn important dining etiquette, which is essential for making a professional impression. This is particularly crucial when meeting with recruiters or potential employers, as it can lead to internships or job opportunities.

This year, we introduced two special ceremonies: one to recognize outstanding mentors and another to recognize all mentees who completed the program requirements. Mentees who went beyond requirements received ODU WIN cords.

We celebrate our Monarch Award recipients, ODU WIN mentors who inspire our mentees to reach for the stars.

Krista Costa
Mel Goodrich
Charlene Morring

We recognize our Beacon Award winners, ODU WIN mentors who consistently show up and support mentees.

Thao Balsamo
Mia Joe
Nikki Roth
Kathleen Comer Mozzi
Michele Mulich

We honor our Anchor Award winners, ODU WIN mentors who support mentees with their special skills.

Ann Jones
Amber Price
Karey Malyszko

We extend our thanks to Linda Dyer of Finishing Touches for sharing her wisdom and knowledge, and to all the mentors who generously give their time to make a difference in the lives of others.

Our events, including the most recent Speaker Series featuring former NASA astronaut Dr. Mae C. Jemison, are designed to support the growth of female leaders.

Many thanks to Abby Stewart Cale for stopping by and seeing the value of being in a room filled with local business executives, students, and the inspiring Dr. Mae.

Column: 1st Black woman in space shows Hampton Roads mom how confident women can uplift each other Old Dominion University Women’s Initiative Network speaker series event in February was the first in-person event I’ve covered since becoming a mom for the first time.

We're starting off International Women's Week by honoring our outstanding community of female leaders.

A special thanks to our members for mentoring female ODU students, advocating for women's advancement, and making a positive impact in our community.