Members in the News

October 26, IWF NorCal member Pamela J. Joyner, trustee at the Getty Trust, the Art Institute of Chicago, the San Francisco Museum of Modern Art and the Tate Americas Foundation, is highlighted in this New York Times article "Black Trustees Join Forces to Make Art Museums More Diverse." She also offered IWF members a behind-the-scenes "Activism Through Collecting: Exploring African-American Art" at last week's IWF World Leadership Conference.

October, IWF NorCal member Jennifer Bielstein, Executive Director of American Conservatory Theater, was named one of the 25 Most Influential San Franciscans in San Francisco Magazine, which honored “local luminaries leading the change in our community. From arts advocates to innovators finding solutions to current challenges, these formidable forces drive change, pushing San Francisco toward the greater good.”

October 12, IWF NorCal member and San Francisco Business Times & Silicon Valley Business Times publisher Mary Huss' interview with the Nob Hill Gazette "Managing Change with Mary Huss" was published on October 3 and is available here. We also congratulate Mary and the SFBT for a success virtual celebration of the 2020 Most Influential Women in the Bay Area on October 9. IWF Northern California is a proud non-profit sponsor of the event.

In Memoriam

October 1, Our beloved IWF NorCal member, and former board member, Jane Bowyer recently lost her husband Stu of over 60 years to COVID-19 (see obituary). Jane has recovered from COVID-19 and is at home. We send our love and condolences. October 15, New York Times article: Stuart Bowyer, Astronomer Who Lent His Ear to the Cosmos, Dies at 86.

Recent Events

Webinar: The Electoral College Explained

October 12, attorney and author Bill Petrocelli (husband of IWF NorCal member Elaine Petrocelli) discussed the Electoral College and the content of his newest book, Electoral Bait & Switch. It was an informative and timely discussion of the complex system supporting the election of the U.S. president. Members may view the recording here.

Virtual Workshop: Is 2020 The Year You Build Your Influence as a Thought Leader?

September 8 & October 6, IWF NorCal member, thought leadership consultant and author Denise Brosseau led two engaging and customized workshops for members, explaining what it means to be  a thought leader and providing tools and strategies to make a difference, and what it takes to scale ideas to reach the widest possible audience, both online and off. Members may view the recording and download the presentation slides here. 

Webinar: The Supreme Court after RBG

September 24, IWF NorCal member and attorney Barbara B. Creed conducted a special webinar to pay tribute to Ruth Bader Ginsburg, her legacy and important Court decisions, and discuss potential scenarios for the Supreme Court as her position is filled. Members may view the recording here. 

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