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• FWIT Dallas Group Luncheon!

  • When
    03/17/2026
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    11:30 AM
  • Location
    The Culinary Dropout, 150 Turtle Creek Blvd, Dallas, Texas
  • Registered
    5 registrants

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  Hello FWIT Members and Friends!

  You are invited to our Saint Patrick’s Day Luncheon on March 17, 2026, from 11:30 AM–1:00 PM at Culinary Dropout, 150 Turtle Creek Blvd, Dallas, Texas.

  Our featured speaker, Sam Daniels of Genesis Women’s Shelter and Support, will present an overview of the organization’s services and discuss ways to get involved through volunteer work. Registration is $50 for members and $65 for non‑members.

   

  Please RSVP by March 11^th- Registration Link- https://pci.jotform.com/form/251402288637156

  

   

  Warm Regards,

  Charlotte McChesney, FWIT Dallas Group President

  

  
  

  Payment is required at the time of your reservation.

  If you have an unexpected last minute conflict, you can always send someone in your place. Please understand that we must confirm and guarantee meals with the venue several days in advance.

  
  

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• FWIT Hill Country Scholarship Event - March 19th

  • When
    03/19/2026
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    5:30 PM - 8:00 PM
  • Location
    Schreiner University, Kerrville, TX
  • Registered
    2 registrants

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• FWIT Galveston Regional Group - Business with Bankers presents Fraud Awareness & Prevention Forum

  • When
    03/21/2026
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    9:00 AM - 10:30 AM
  • Location
    College of The Mainland, 1200 N. Amburn Rd. Texas City, TX

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• FWIT Virtual Event: Wed, March 25, 2026 - Jill Sharp Vaughn, Sam Houston State Univ

  • When
    03/25/2026
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    12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
  • Location
    Zoom
  • Registered
    5 registrants

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  Jill Sharp Vaughn

  Smith-Hutson Endowed Chair of Banking at SHSU

  
  

  Jill Sharp Vaughan,  currently serves as the Smith-Hutson Endowed Chair of Banking for SHSU where she is responsible for overseeing the college’s accredited Bachelor of Business Administration and Executive MBA degrees programs in Banking and Financial Institutions
  In December of 2021, Jill, a 3^rd generation banker, retired from banking after 38 years to assume the role of SHSU Smith-Hutson Endowed Chair of Banking where she has a profound impact on the lives and careers of young women and men interested in pursuing the field of financial services.
  

  
  

  Event Details: March 25, 2026

  Event Time: 12:00PM - 1:00PM CST  

  Platform:  Zoom Meeting Link

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• FWIT Houston--Executive Night & Dessert Auction

  • When
    03/31/2026
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    5:00 PM - 8:30 PM
  • Location
    Amegy Tower 1717 W Loop S, Houston, TX 77027
  • Registered
    13 registrants

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  Excitement is in the air! Get ready to be part of something extraordinary at Financial Women In Texas--Houston Group's Inaugural Executive Night and Dessert Auction. It's an event like no other, and we want you to be there!  

  
  

  Join us for an evening of cocktails & heavy hors d’oeuvres; Guest Speaker--Celeste Embrey, General Counsel of Texas Bankers Association; & Celebrity Auctioneer, Michele Carfello, who will lead a fun and interactive Live Dessert Auction.

  
  

  Every registration to this event will bring us closer to achieving our mission, bringing women in finance together for the exchange of ideas, experiences and interests.  All proceeds will go towards educational and professional growth scholarships for our local members. 

  
  

  Thank you for supporting our mission, your support is invaluable.

  
  

  Please us the link below or the QR Code on the announcement to register.

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• FWIT West Texas - Spring Event

  • When
    04/02/2026
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    5:30 PM - 7:00 PM
  • Location
    United Way Midland, 1209 W Wall St, Midland TX 79701

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  We are honored to welcome our Association President, Brandy Patterson, who will be presenting on:

  • The history and legacy of Financial Women in Texas
  • The benefits of membership
  • How FWIT serves as a powerful resource for women across West Texas and beyond

  
  

  Whether you are new to the financial industry or a seasoned professional, FWIT provides

  meaningful networking, leadership development, and opportunities to grow alongside

  other  driven women in our region.

  If you’ve ever wondered how to get more connected, more supported, and more involved — this is a great place to start.

  We would love to see you there!

  Click Spring Presidential Visit.pdf  for a print-friendly version.

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• FWIT San Antonio April Meeting

  • When
    04/09/2026
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    11:30 AM - 1:00 PM
  • Location
    The Old San Francisco Steakhouse, 10223 Sahara, San Antonio, TX 78216

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• FWIT Joint Group Luncheon - April 9th at the FRB of Dallas, Houston Office

  • When
    04/09/2026
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    11:30 AM - 1:00 PM
  • Location
    Federal Reserve Bank of Dallas-Houston Office 1801 Allen Pkwy, Houston TX 77019

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  Agenda

  Brazos Room 

  11:30 AM - Registration

  11:45 AM - Lunch

  
  

  12:00 PM - Regulatory Hot Topics Presentation

  Tamara Missick, AVP – Banking Supervision, FRB of Dallas

   https://www.dallasfed.org/banking/contacts/team/missick
  

  12:30 PM - Banking Career Panel

  Moderated by:

  Samantha Garrison, Manager, Business Technology – Banking Supervision Federal Reserve Bank of Dallas

  Panelists:

  Tamara Missick, AVP – Banking Supervision, FRB of Dallas

  Cheryl Mancha, Senior Bank Examiner – Banking Supervision, FRB of Dallas

  Seth Dunbar, Senior Risk Specialist, FRB of Dallas Dunbar_Bio

  1:00 PM - Optional Federal Reserve Bank Tour

  Click link Flyer April 2026 Joint Group Luncheon.pdf for a print-friendly version.

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• FWIT Virtual Event: Wed, April 22, 2026 - Patrick Murphy - Professor, LSU

  • When
    04/22/2026
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    12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
  • Location
    Zoom

  

  Patrick Murphy, Professor LSU

  Strategic Vision + Operational Excellence = Sustained Growth

  
  

  Currently serving as the AVP of MSO Channel Sales at Assurant, Patrick Murphy has spearheaded initiatives that tripled account revenues and delivered over $2B in top-line revenue throughout his career. His leadership has consistently transformed channels into high-performing, profitable segments, earning him multiple promotions and recognition as one of Assurant’s top leaders within the Performance Optimization sector. 

  An MBA graduate from Louisiana State University, Patrick combines strategic vision with operational excellence to deliver sustained growth. His expertise spans strategic partnerships, revenue optimization, market expansion, and leadership development, making him a trusted advisor and mentor within the industry. Patrick is also an MBA instructor for the LSU Flores MBA program as part of their concentration in leadership. He believes people are the key to all organizational success and has a passion for growing the careers of those around him. Committed to fostering talent, mentoring aspiring leaders, and driving competitive advantage, he continues to shape the future of sales and marketing partnerships.

  Event Details: March 25, 2026

  Event Time: 12:00PM - 1:00PM CST  

  Platform:   Zoom Meeting Link

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• FWIT 2026 Leadership Forum XII

  • When
    04/24/2026
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    8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
  • Location
    AC Hotel Waco Downtown, Silo District, 600 Mary Ave, Waco TX 76701
  • Registered
    89 registrants

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  12th Annual Leadership Forum

  Fear Less.  Achieve More

  Plan to join us for an unforgettable day of inspiration, leadership, and networking.  

  
  

  
  

  

  Reservations for overnight accommodations may be made at

  AC HOTEL WACO DOWNTOWN 

  600 Mary Ave, Waco, TX

  A special $179 room rate block has been set aside for FWIT members. 

  Room rate extends 4/20-4/27, based on availability.  

  The deadline for making your reservation is Monday, March 30, 2026.

  
  

  Reservation Link

  NOTE: The Reservation link is for April 22-April 25.   If you need to add additional nights, please reach out to FWIT Director of Education: Miranda Barcena who will contact the hotel directly and request your additional nights. 

  
  

  
  

  What exactly is Magnolia in Waco, TX? 

  If you’re not familiar with Chip and Joanna Gaines’ runaway success of an HGTV show, Fixer Upper, it’s hard to imagine a home improvement show that has sparked a brand encompassing everything from a restaurant to an entire district of decor shops, all centered around some abandoned agricultural equipment … And yet, that’s exactly what Magnolia Market, AKA Magnolia, AKA the Silos, is.

  
  

  
  

  
  

  VENDOR OPPORTUNITY

  Limited Vendor Booth Spaces Available contact Leslie Rhodes for more information!

  
  

  
  

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• FWIT Virtual Event: Thur May 7, 2026 - Dan Sitton, Guardian Technology Group

  • When
    05/07/2026
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    12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
  • Location
    Zoom

  

  Dan Sitton, Founder, Guardian Technology Group

  Translating Cybersecurity Confusion into Executive Clarity

  

  
  

  Dan Sitton is the founder and Chief Guardian of Guardian Technology Group, a veteran-owned, Texas based, cybersecurity consultancy.  A U.S. Marine Corps veteran and former CISO/CIO for a $7 billion financial institution, Dan brings 26 years of hard-earned experience to the front- lines of Cybersecurity leadership.

  Dan has led high-stakes security and IT operations across regulated industries—resolving 92 audit findings in under six months, rebuilding security governance, and managing IT during billion-dollar mergers. In the past two years alone, he has served as the post-incident lead for five major ransomware and Cyberattacks events, helping leadership teams navigate chaos, communicate clearly, and face regulators head-on.

  Dan's Core Message:   

   “Cybersecurity isn’t a tech issue. It’s a leadership mandate.

  If your Board can’t explain your security posture, you’re not compliant—you’re exposed.”

  Event Details: May 7, 2026

  Event Time: 12:00PM - 1:00PM CST  

  Platform:   Zoom Meeting Link

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• FWIT San Antonio May Meeting

  • When
    05/14/2026
  •  
    11:30 AM - 1:00 PM
  • Location
    The Old San Francisco Steakhouse, 10223 Sahara, San Antonio, TX 78216

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