1. Hello Cleveland!
2015 has been an incredibly exciting year for the Cleveland Chapter. Not only did we realize signifi-
cant growth in our membership; we also strengthened our programs by offering some unique and
innovative networking and educational meetings. Our success is because of each and every one of you!
Our year isn’t over, yet. We still have three incredible events in the next three months. October will
see us at Cleveland Whiskey for our 2016 Membership Drive. In November, we’ll be at the Loews
Ventana Canyon Resort in Tucson, AZ for our Annual Conference. We’ll finish the year in December
with our Annual Holiday Fundraiser & Silent Auction at the Terrace Club at Progressive Field. WOW –
what a way to conclude this incredible year!
I encourage each of you to attend these events & learn more about the advantages & benefits of your
organization! Benefits of AWMI membership include:
Regular meetings and conferences showcasing key industry speakers and workshops
Networking with other professionals in the metal industries
Access to metal manufacturing facilities through AWMI tours
Development of leadership skills & business acumen through service on
chapter, regional & international boards
AWMI Metal Mail e-Newsletters
AWMI Job Bank
Website: www.awmi.org
Discounted rates for SteelOrbis subscriptions and registration at US conferences
Special advertising rates for all member companies
AWMI membership offers remarkable opportunities for both professional and personal growth. Be a
member, be involved. Never underestimate what you can achieve through AWMI.
Expand Your Universe with AWMI!
-Janet Kuban
President, AWMI Cleveland Chapter
October 2015
2. The Association of Women in the Metal Industry’s Cleveland Chapter has been named the
Fastest Growing AWMI Chapter in the country, thanks to the strong support of our members!
AWMI Cleveland grew its membership 176% from 2014 with a total of 63 new members this year.
We will be proud to accept this award at our Annual Conference this November in Tucson, Arizona
on behalf of our members. AWMI Cleveland is now the second largest chapter in the country,
second only to Chicago. We believe there is still much more potential for growth.
New members who register at the Membership Drive will receive a complimentary AWMI Tervis
Tumbler. AWMI is a wonderful opportunity to network with other women and men in the metal
industries as well as meet potential suppliers, customers, mentors, or young professionals whose
future you could help mold. AWMI believes that women in similar industries can benefit them-
selves and their companies through relationships, education, mentoring, and shared knowledge.
The programs and activities of AWMI are structured to enhance member’s skills and experience,
address challenges confronting the industry, increase numbers of women in metal, and promote
career growth to the next level. The Cleveland Chapter currently has numerous educational and
fun events throughout the year. Members receive significantly reduced rates to events and we also
have “members only” free events such as the annual mill tour.
Please spread the word to your colleagues in the metal industry about our upcoming
2016 Membership Drive at Cleveland Whiskey on October 14. Don’t delay as there
are only a total of 75 spots available!
Julie Farr
AWMI Cleveland Chapter Vice President & Membership Chair
JOIN US FOR THE 2016 AWMI CLEVELAND CHAPTER
MEMBERSHIP DRIVE & NETWORKING EVENT
OCTOBER 14th
, 2015
5:30-7:30 PM
1768 E. 25th STREET, CLEVELAND
http://clevelandwhiskey.com/
See Cleveland Whiskey's innovative manufacturing process to accelerate the aging process
of whiskey from years to hours.
INCLUDES TOUR, TASTINGS, AND APPETIZERS $25.00/PERSON
***Don't delay, only 75 registrations available***
NON MEMBERS WHO SIGN UP FOR A NEW MEMBERSHIP AT THE EVENT WILL RECEIVE A
FREE AWMI TERVIS TUMBLER
MEMBERS WHO RENEW AT THE EVENT WILL RECEIVE A MEMBER GIFT TBD
Please bring a co-worker or fellow metals industry contact to introduce them to AWMI!
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AWMI Cleveland Chapter Scholarship Program
The Scholarship Program is available to encourage and further develop the educational and
professional backgrounds as well as the career development of our members. AWMI members
are actively encouraged to participate in this program to realize this important benefit of mem-
bership.
Scholarships may be used for coursework at an accredited school, college, or university;
books; educational seminars; AWMI conference-related expenses (non-board members only);
and, with prior approval by the Chapter board, childcare or transportation costs incurred in
conjunction with educational pursuits.
In the past, our members have used their scholarships for tradeshows, industry meetings, con-
ferences, and other educational courses. The scholarship funds go towards registration for
events, airfare, hotel fees, etc. In 2014, the members who received scholarships used their
funds towards the Design 2 Part Trade Show and Fab Tech. Scholarship recipients must be
AWMI members in good standing for at least one year (defined as having paid dues for the
current and previous years) and should remain an AWMI member for at least one year after
receiving the award.
The Cleveland Chapter is offering four $500 scholarships, first-come, first-serve. If you are
interested in the Scholarship Program, please contact the Cleveland Chapter
Secretary, Mallory Schaffert, for more information.
Mallory Schaffert
AWMI Cleveland Chapter Secretary
Mark your calendars!
Holiday Party
Chinese Raffle & Silent Auction
December 9, 2015
The Terrace Club at Progressive Field
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We appreciate your donations!
We could not host such a fabulous event without our members & corporate sponsors!
Eagle
Carbon Plate Steel Products/PSC
Mercer Forge
Steel Transport
Universal Steel
Birdie
Charter Steel
Sparta Steel
Heidtman Steel
Olympic Steel
Par
ArcelorMittal
Ferrous Metal Processing
General Metal Heat Treat
IMC Marks
Jemison Metals
Logan Machine
Marmon/Keystone LLC
Specialty Metals Processing
TimkenSteel
TriAmerica Resources
Hole-In-One Sponsors
Jaro Transportation & ASM International
North Course
First Place Team – Score of 50
Chris Michelakis, Jim Stiffy,
Mike Gumino & Kathy Stiffy
First Place Team w/Woman – Score of 53
Heather Bradley, John Johnston,
Lee Wilkins & Sean Babics
West Course
First Place Team – Score of 50
Bart Williams, Bob Callen,
Lance Chatkin & Scott King
First Place Team w/Woman – Score of 61
Cassandra Pishioneri, Elvy Kirkham,
Eva Malcom & Tom Condrin
Final Tournament Results
Monday,August 3,2015
5. NORTH COURSE
Closest to the Pin #6
MEN’S DIVISION
Tom Halula
Closest to the Pin #6
WOMEN’S DIVISION
Kathy Hower
Longest Putt #9
MEN’S DIVISION
Bob Richards
Longest Putt #9
WOMEN’S DIVISION
Charlene Cybator
Longest Drive #18
MEN’S DIVISION
Kevin Crooks
Longest Drive #18
WOMEN’S DIVISION
Lucy Blumer
WEST COURSE
Longest Putt #6
MEN’S DIVISION
Bob Callen
Longest Putt #6
WOMEN’S DIVISION
Gretchen Shansky
Longest Drive #9
MEN’S DIVISION
Dave Yundt
Longest Drive #9
WOMEN’S DIVISION
N / A
Closest to the Pin #14
MEN’S DIVISION
Mike Link
Closest to the Pin #14
Course Contest Results
October 2015 Page 5
6. Educate Network Mentor Grow
Association of Women in the Metal Industries (AWMI) is a society of professionals, founded in California in
1981, to promote and develop the growth of women in the metal industries. AWMI believes that women in
similar industries can benefit themselves and their companies through relationships, education and shared
knowledge. The programs and activities of AWMI are structured to enhance members’ skills and experi-
ence, address challenges confronting the industry, increase numbers in metal and promote career growth to
the next level. Membership is open to both women and men who are seeking to develop all aspects of their
professional development and career advancement.
For membership information, contact Cleveland Chapter Membership Chair, Julie Farr
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AWMI Cleveland Chapter Board of Directors
Cleveland Chapter President
Janet Kuban, Quality Assurance Manager
EXAL Corporation
Janet.kuban@exal.com
Vice President & Membership Co-Chair
Julie Farr, Account Manger TimkenSteel
julie.farr@timkensteel.com
Treasurer & Newsletter Editor
Denise (Carlile) Vaughan, Account Manager
Marmon/Keystone LLC
dcarlile@marmonkeystone.com
Secretary
Mallory Schaffert, CRM Analyst, TimkenSteel
Malloy.schaffert@timkensteel.com
Programs Chair
Melissa Stephenson, Corp Credit Manager
Universal Steel/Columbia National Group
melissastephenson@univsteel.com
Fundraising & Publicity Co-Chair
Amanda Visconti, visconti.amanda@yahoo.com
Fundraising Co-Chair
Amy Jo Dieffenbauch, Sales & Marketing Manager
Specialty Metals Processing
ajd@specialtymetalspro.com
Membership Co-Chair
Charlene Cybator, Account Manager
ArcelorMittal Steel USA
charlene.cybator@arcelormittal.com