1. Candidate for President
Robin Natzke
Candidate for President
(1 year term)
Candidate’s Statement:
I believe the EWGA mission to connect women to play golf and have fun is right on target. I would like to continue to bring that life in our chapter. I'd like to see everyone raising their hand to volunteer for a small task each season. Our chapter is like a small business - we need to invest a piece of ourselves to make it profitable and we need to sell it every day to everyone we meet. The best way to get things done is laying out a plan - where do we want to go and how do we get there. I think my team leading experiences translates to working well with and for people to accomplish goals and personal development.
Company Name and Title:
Kraft Food Group, Inc.
Associate Director of Business Development
EWGA Experience:
Other Leadership Positions:
Chicago Chapter since 2008
1 year Milwaukee Chapter
Membership Chair for Chicago Metro-2 years
Vice President
Assorted leadership roles both at Kraft (23 yrs) and playing sports. I have been leading large and small teams for years.

2. Candidate for Member Services Director
Cristine Marik
Candidate for Member Services Director
(1 year term)
Candidate’s Statement:
I would be honored to have the opportunity to continue to give back to our great
organization and help my fellow members have a great membership experience
and take advantage of all that EWGA has to offer. My goals would be to ensure our members (both new and existing) feel welcome in our Chapter, feel connected to other members, have opportunities to get involved and make a difference in our Chapter. Our Member Services Team would provide assistance to new members to help them get started in our Chapter by developing a "buddy" program. As a financial advisor, I am experienced in listening to my
clients' needs and believe these skills fit well with the Member Services role.
Company Name and Title:
Leonetti & Associates, LLC
Financial Advisor
EWGA Experience:
Member since 2006
Secretary for Chicago Metro for 2 years

3. Candidate for Member Recruitment Director
Liz Tallman
Candidate for Member Recruitment Director
(2 year term)
Candidate’s Statement:
I like to play golf - that is what I enjoy doing. I would like to encourage and promote the game of golf for women no matter their skill level.
Company Name and Title:
Midwestern University
Application Specialist
EWGA Experience:
EWGA member – 8 years
Membership Chair – 2012
Assorted Volunteer Positions

4. Candidate for Events & Activities Director
Sue Miller
Candidate for Events & Activities Director
(2 year term)
Candidate’s Statement:
I am an avid golfer and have enjoyed the golf events and competitive events that EWGA offers. Over the past 5 years I have participated in the Chapter Championship for 4 years, and most of the chapter's golf events. In 2011, I organized the chapter's Champions Cup Team which placed second in the EWGA Finals. As Leadership Chair the past two years, I have helped stimulate volunteerism. With the new board structure, developing volunteers and committees will be vital in maintaining quality events for the membership.
Company Name and Title:
DuPage Medical Group
Physical Therapist
EWGA Experience:
EWGA member – 5 years
Leadership Chair –

5. Candidate for Golf Programs & Services Director
Kelly Storm
Candidate for Golf Programs & Services Director
(1 year term)
Candidate’s Statement:
I would like to help the chapter continue to provide excellent golf experiences for all of its membership. This can be accomplished through communication to our membership regarding the many opportunities the chapter offers in regards to education, participation in league play, and members using the handicap system. Through word of mouth via site captains and through encouraging more women to participate in golf events that require an established handicap, I believe that this goal can be achieved. I try to go the extra mile to be friendly to all and to encourage all golfers, regardless of golf ability level, to love the game of golf.
Company Name and Title:
University of Chicago Laboratory Schools
Humanities Teacher & Department Chair
EWGA Experience:
Related Education/Training:
Other Leadership Positions:
Seven Year Member
Education Chair for Chicago Metro for last 2 years
Teacher for 26 years
Mentor, Lakeview Academy
IFT Secretary
Hurricane Katrina Task Force Member

6. Candidate for Finance & Records Director
Julie Suh
Candidate for Finance & Records Director
(1 year term)
Candidate’s Statement:
EWGA has provided me with great benefits over the years; I believe that the best way I can "give back" to the organization is by utilizing my skills and strengths in the position of Director of Finance. I joined EWGA in April of 2004 at a Golf Galaxy Women's Night because I was looking for an opportunity to play more golf and "get serious" about my game. It turned out to be so much more than that!
Company Name and Title:
Bisco, Inc.
Director of Business Operations
EWGA Experience:
Related Education/Training:
Other Leadership Positions:
EWGA Member – 9 years
2012 Site Captain – Sat. Serious League
2011 Leadership Chair
2012 Treasurer
MS in Accountancy and MBA, Former CPA and accountant, competent in MS Excel and Quickbooks
President of own townhome association
Director of Bisco Charitable Foundation

7. Candidate for Marketing Director
Stacey Rychiewski
Candidate for Marketing Director
(2 year term)
Candidate’s Statement:
I believe to optimize your involvement in an organization; you must be an active member. I have successfully launched Yoga For Me, LLC leveraging my entrepreneurial skills and passion for yoga, fitness and overall well being. My unique and non traditional approach to strategic marketing will catapult our Chapter's recognition with the Chicago Metro golfing community and set the gold standard for National and other Chapters to strive for within their marketing activity. Some of those ideas include: Linking strategies with executable tactics, promote EWGA in at least 100 women's golf locker rooms, secure TV promotion, establish a calendar of social media posts, and other promotional marketing.
Company Name and Title:
Yoga for Me, LLC
Chief Yoga Officer
EWGA Experience:
Related Education/Training:
Other Leadership Positions:
Nine Year Member
Membership Committee member
MBA Marketing, Otterbein College,
Brand Marketing, Kraft Foods, 1999-present
President/Lexington College Industry
Advisory Board
President/Rochester Institute of Technology
Industry Advisory Board

8. Candidate for Marketing Director
Vicky Condell
Candidate for Marketing Director
(2 year term)
Candidate’s Statement:
I have been a brand ambassador of the EWGA since joining in This truly is an organization that provides opportunities to learn, play and connect. Helping shape perception and ‘getting the word out’ about the organization would be an honor. I am passionate about reputation management and feel confident that my experience in communications, media relations, branding and community affairs will bring a well-rounded perspective to the board. I also believe my work as a mentor for several organizations and my experience on advisory boards would be beneficial. It was a privilege to be nominated for the position of marketing director and if elected I will serve to the best of my ability.
Company Name and Title:
Executive management positions that include development of branding and public relations
EWGA Experience:
Related Education/Training:
Other Leadership Positions:
EWGA Member – 3 years
Saturday North Traveling League
Pine Meadow League
MBA , DePaul University
Member – Public Relations Society of America
International Association of Business
Communicators

9. Candidate for Communications Director
Carol Gouty
Candidate for Communications Director
(1 year term)
Candidate’s Statement:
I have benefited greatly from being a member of the Chicago Metro Chapter and believe that participating as a Board Member allows me to give back to the organization. In the 5 years that I have been a member of EWGA, I have made a number of new friends and continue to do so each year. Through EWGA connections I became involved in the Kids Golf Foundation, traveled across the US to play golf and cheer on fellow members and improved my golf skills and sportsmanship skills. Some of the connections I made on the golf course carried over into my professional life. The mental aspects of the golf game and the physical activity have added to my work life balance. Giving back as a Board Member or as a volunteer is the least I can do. I have many new ideas regarding communication that I hope to have the opportunity to facilitate in the near future.
Company Name and Title:
Edward Hines Jr. V.A. Hospital
Associate Director/Patient Care Services
Nurse Executive
EWGA Experience:
Other Leadership Positions:
Five Year Member
Co-Chair Leadership
Communications Chair
President-Region 2B – Illinois Organization of
Nurse Leaders
Member-At-Large, Illinois Organization of
Nurse Leaders Board of Directors