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About Our Women's Networking Group
For You Network™ is an affiliate of the National Association of Female Executives (NAFE). Go to frequently asked questions (FAQ)
Our Business is For You - Here are Facts!
24 Virtual Business Meetings bringing For You into your car, home and office.
48 BlogTalkRadio Shows featuring Members sharing their expertise with (millions) listeners.
144 Face-to-Face Networking Events.
Over 2200 women were able to build new business relationships!
Over 8,000 women were added to the "Friends of the Network" list.
Over 86,000 emails (in 3 month) were send to share information about For You Network, members of the network, their businesses and services.
Over 96,500 opportunities for our For You Network members!
Our Business IS For YOU!
Interested in becoming a Independent Associate Director? Here is a descriptions of the directors position and available networking areas:
Our members share knowledge, skills, mentoring, and tools to help strengthen business and personal relationships. Through networking, members gain knowledge. Through knowledge comes power. Through power we acquire the strength to take charge of our lives and our businesses.
Some members are first time business owners while others have been in business for many years. Those with experience share with others and together we are making a difference in the lives of women throughout the Riverside, San Bernadino, San Diego, Los Angeles and Orange County. The For You Network is expanding nationwide.
Lifetime Membership is open to any woman that is willing to give of her time and experience for the betterment of all women of the For You Network™. We welcome you to join us at a local Connection meeting in your community.
Typical Meetings, click here.
Our Founders
In May 2002, For You Network™, the Ultimate Women's Network with Heart, a Regional Business Network with Local Connections was born.
 Seven women formed the foundation for the Network. Robbie Motter, (pictured top right), Gold Sponsor, provided valuable counsel and guidance to the women. Executive Board of Founding Directors, (pictured from top left): Gisella Thomas, Fran Boytos, Cathryn Ramirez, Jacalyn Flax, Linda Cassidy, Sandy Stephens, Shirley Kerr, Jayne Stephenson.
Please visit our Local Connections as listed.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the mission and vision of FYN?
Our mission is to enrich the personal and professional lives of women. In order to succeed in today’s competitive market we must continue to enhance our careers by improving our professional and business proficiencies. The For You Network is dedicated to help women enhance their professional careers by providing access to business training and other educational resources necessary to succeed. The vision: Encourage all women to achieve their personal and professional goals.
How is FYN governed?
The organization is governed by the Executive Success Team (EST) with whom the responsibility of leading the organization resides. Representation on the EST Board is limited to the active and duly registered founding members of the organization.
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Is there a term limit for EST members?
All active EST members serve unlimited terms and are removed only by resignation or nonperformance of duties as outlined in the organizations Bylaws.
What are the respective role(s) of the Executive Success Team?
EST is responsible for setting and enforcing the policies of FYN within the guidelines of the Bylaws, organizational corporate documents, State and Federal law, and the vision and mission of the organization. It is the governing body of FYN that has a legal and fiduciary responsibility and is legally accountable for their actions. EST oversees the general operations of FYN, the Board of Directors, financials, disbursements, contracts, etc. and ensure that the vision and goals of FYN are upheld and fostered. EST is the keeper of the By-laws and recommend revisions as needed. EST works with the Board of Directors to promote the well being and success of the FYN.
What is the role the Board of Director?
The Board of Directors is a volunteer board that provides feedback to EST and makes recommendations as to the growth of the organization. Members of this Board are the Directors of the Local Connection and should promote and represent the best interests of FYN at all times. Because of personell commitments by all directors, the BOD and subsequent President of BOD position were eliminated. Because For You Network is a constanty growing and changing organization, this board may be restarted at any time. About our Directors...
Is FYN financially stable?
FYN is stable and in compliance with all State and Federal regulations governing organizations.
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Does FYN have a scholarship or mentorship fund?
FYN’s has two scholarship/mentorship funds. All Local Connection contribute at least 10 of 12 months to this fund. The funds must be available when scholarship (mentorship) monies are paid.
What safeguards are in place for protecting FYN funds?
Two check signers are always required on all FYN checks, whether at the local or corporate level. One time expenditures greater than $200 must be pre-approved.
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What happens when a disagreement about the general direction occurs?
The EST members hear those opinions, consider them carefully and make the final decision on how FYN will proceed. The final decision is ruled, by how the interest of the organization is best served. As in all businesses, once a decision is made, everyone alike is expected to uphold that decision.
What information is available regarding the finances and business of FYN?
According to the Bylaws, FYN’s books and records are open to membership upon written request and within a 30-day time period of said written request.
What is the "You Gotta Have A Heart" awards?
The YGHAH award is an annual event that provides an opportunity for the FYN members to celebrate all members. FYN sponsors this event. Nominations are accepted from November until January and awardees are selected through an outside organization to minimize favoritism. Product donations are also collected and distributed to the community. Read more...
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Does For You Network hold other events?
The emphasis of the For You Network is to promote members and member businesses. In order not to compete with individual Local Connections, the For You Newtork will hold quarterly events in conjunction with Local Connection meetings in order to increase the Local Connection visibility. Each Local Connection may also hold its own fundraiser, community awareness or community support event, representing the FYN within that community.
What does the California Corporations Code have to do with how FYN is governed?
All corporations, for profit and not for profit, must comply with the California Corporations Code. This Code provides guidance for corporations to comply with the laws of the State of California. For example , section 6333, states "the accounting books and records and minutes of proceedings of the members and the Board and committees of the Board shall be open to inspection upon the written demand on the corporation of any member at any reasonable time, for a purpose reasonably related to such person’s interest as a member." Section 6334 states "Every director shall have the absolute right at any reasonable time to inspect and copy all books, records and documents of every kind and to inspect the physical properties of the corporation to which such person is a director." "Directors" means members of the Board of Directors.
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