October 3rd, 2024

LUNCHEON MEETING

 

 

Our Monthly Luncheons are held on the first Thursday of each month. Imformation about this month's Luncheon and Program are detailed below.

 

Members must make their reservation by noon Wednesday, September 25th, per our usual procedure as outlined in the monthly newsletter.

 

NON-MEMBERS must make their reservation by noon on Monday, September 23rd, and a pre-paid reservation is required to guarantee seating. If you would like to attend, please contact our Reservations Chairperson at mary@welcomeclubvirginia.com.

 

All venues are within Fairfax County and Loudoun County, the exact location will be provided once the reservation has been confirmed.

 

 

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PROGRAM

Allison Shaw

 

Ms. Shaw is a fierce survivor who has reintented herself multiple times after devastating loss. She is a divorced single mom of two who found the love of her life, married, and became a mom to a blended family of seven amazing children.

 

She is a cancer survivor who became an opera singer.

 

She is a first time author of the narrative non-fiction book "Chasing Tigers in the Dark, Life Lessons of a Fierce Survivor."

 

She launched a new career as a motivational speaker in 2016 and her proudest moment was presenting to an audience of 10,000 at a conference in Las Vegas. Her purpose is deeply rooted in the intersection of trauma recovery and mental health awareness and how each inform our personal development and professional success.  Her brand is characterized by vulnerability, authenticity, and an abiding zeal for justice.

 

Ms. Shaw and her husband own a 17 store Dominio's franchise in Virginia and West Virginia and are passionate about giving back to kids and families in need.

 

 

SCHEDULE

 

Registration & Social Time:  11:00

 

Program:  11:30

 

Lunch:  12:15

 

Business Meeting:  1:00

 

 

 

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MENU

 

Starter  Tomato Soup with croutons and rolls

 

Entree   Traditional Seasonal salad with choice of chicken or salmon

 

Dessert: Black Breyer Cobbler

 

Beverages:  Coffee, tea, iced tea and lemonade

 

Cost:  $45.00  (Checks only please made out to WCNV.)