President’s
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Norma Dooley 2023 NADOA President
WE DID IT ; NADOA’s 50th Annual Institute was FANTASTIC ! We had a great turnout of 323 and I couldn’t have been more excited. A BIG thank you to Liz Fajen and Michelle Harris-Fairclough and the Institute Committee for all their hard work and dedication to putting on an amazing Institute. Of course nothing happens without a few hiccups but it all worked out perfectly. These people have worked hard volunteering their time to plan a conference that would hopefully satisfy all who attended. Comments from attendees with whom I spoke were that everyone enjoyed the classes, speakers, food and wonderful door prizes. I can’t tell you how much I loved seeing all the beautiful hats, fascinators, socks, ties and even a sequin jacket at the Derby Party Thursday night. So many participated in a fun evening, prancing around the stage for best hat, socks & tie and overall outfit and all looked FABULOUS. I wish I had prizes for everyone as you all looked MARVELOUS . With this being such a special anniversary, “50 years”, we were all blessed to have so many Past Presidents join us. There was a lot of history in the General Session, as these men and women helped mold NADOA into a great organization. Thank you all for being there to join on this special occasion. I also want to thank all the companies and corporations that allowed employees to join us in Louisville to celebrate this momentous occasion, while also receiving an outstanding education in the various areas of our work and industry. Don’t forget, the education, networking and friendships you make at Institute will be invaluable to you now and in the future.
Not only was this year’s Institute a meaningful part of my life; by the time this magazine comes out I will be a grandmother for the 2nd time. My son and his wife are expecting a little boy to join his big sister Leighton any day. I just knew they were going to call while I was in Louisville but so glad he stayed put while I was gone. I am thrilled to have another sweet baby in my life and hear him call me “Cabbie”.
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