Join CREW Charlotte for our February 2025 Lunch Ladder at Enat Ethiopian Restaurant (Plaza location)! Enjoy small group networking with other CREW Charlotte members. Advanced registration is required.    Price Each person will pay for their meal directly.  

Join us for our February Book Club! Don't miss out, register now and participate in a stimulating discussion in person For questions, reach out to Sherri Commander, Book: Becoming  By: Michelle Obama Amazon Link: https://www.amazon.com/Becoming-Michelle-Obama/dp/1524763136 About the Book: In a life filled with meaning and accomplishment, Michelle Obama has emerged as one of the most iconic and compelling women of our era. As First Lady of the United States of America—the first African American to serve in that role—she helped create the most welcoming and inclusive White House in history, while also establishing herself as a powerful advocate for women and girls in the U.S. and around the world, dramatically changing the ways that families pursue healthier and more active lives, and standing with her husband as he led America through some of its most harrowing moments. Along the way, she showed us a few dance moves, crushed Carpool Karaoke, and raised two down-to-earth daughters under an unforgiving media glare. In her memoir, a work of deep reflection and mesmerizing storytelling, Michelle Obama invites readers into her world, chronicling the experiences that have shaped her—from her childhood on the South Side of Chicago to her years as an executive balancing the demands of motherhood and work, to her time spent at the world’s most famous address. With unerring honesty and lively wit, she describes her triumphs and her disappointments, both public and private, telling her full story as she has lived it—in her own words and on her own terms. Warm, wise, and revelatory, Becoming is the deeply personal reckoning of a woman of soul and substance who has steadily defied expectations—and whose story inspires us to do the same.     Thank You to Our Sponsor  

Dena R. Diorio, Mecklenburg County Manager, is retiring after a distinguished 35-year career in public administration. In 2014, Diorio made history as the county's first female County Manager, ushering in an era of progressive leadership. Her tenure has been marked by fiscal responsibility, innovative policies, and effective crisis management, particularly evident during the COVID-19 pandemic. Diorio's exceptional leadership has garnered numerous accolades, including recognition as County Executive of the Year and Businesswoman of the Year. A visionary and trailblazer, she has been instrumental in transforming Mecklenburg County. Her commitment extends beyond administration, encompassing community service through support for education, social equity, and support programs for formerly incarcerated individuals. Diorio's career exemplifies dedicated public service, strategic leadership, and an unwavering commitment to community development and inclusivity. As she concludes her remarkable career, Diorio will join CREW to share invaluable lessons learned throughout her journey, offering insights from her phenomenal lifetime of service. The Revelry 11:00 a.m. - Networking 11:30 a.m. - Luncheon Meeting $55 Members/$80 Guests     Make your Spring closet clean out mean more! We’re collecting gently used women’s clothing, shoes, and accessories (jewelry, purses, etc.) to support our community partner, Amy’s House, at our luncheon on Tuesday, March 11th! Bring your Spring/Summer items that no longer fit or just don’t love this season to help support women & children who are survivors of abuse in our community.  Please bring clothes folded in bags – no hangers.  Note: No children’s clothing or winter attire at this time. Thank You to Our Sponsor  

Join CREW Charlotte for a Coffee Klatch in the Ballantyne area.  

Interested in learning more about CREW Charlotte’s Authentic Leadership Program? Join us for a casual meet and greet with Authentic Leadership Program alumni to discuss the program and answer questions.

Join CREW Charlotte for a Coffee Klatch in the University/Northlake area.  

Join CREW Charlotte for our March Lunch Ladder! Enjoy small group networking with other CREW Charlotte members. Advance registration is required. Space is limited so please only register if you are sure you can attend.   Price:  Progressive Companies are generously providing lunch for you. Location: Progressive Companies' Office Accessibility: Please note that this is on the mezzanine level with stair access only. If this is an issue for you, please email executive@crewcharlotte.org so we can make accommodations.     Thank You to Our Sponsor

Interested in learning more about CREW Charlotte’s Authentic Leadership Program? Join us for a free informative introduction with the program organizers and past graduates. This introductory session will be led by the Program Director, Dr. Dawn Chanland. Dawn is the MBA Director Professor of Management & Organizational Behavior in the McColl School of Business with over 25 years of business, consulting, and academic experience and over 10 teaching and research awards since the beginning of her academic career. Learn how the Authentic Leadership Program will guide you on your journey through self-discovery, arming you with the tools to achieve your full authentic leadership potential.  

Did you join CREW Charlotte in the last six months? Or have you been a member for a while and need a refresher on CREW Charlotte and all it has to offer? Please join your fellow CREW members for a New Member Breakfast.  Meet members of CREW Charlotte’s Leadership Team and representatives from our many CREW committees to see how you can get involved! We will begin with a light breakfast during a welcome and brief overview of our CREW organization. This will be followed by informal networking and assistance with getting each of you established on the CREWBiz website.  If possible, please bring your laptops/tablets or install the CREWbiz app to your phone prior to attending along with your CREWbiz user name and password. Complimentary parking is available. We are excited to have you as a new member and we look forward to getting to know each of you!