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Thursday, August 26 2010

Senator Newell Honored as Exceptional Female Leader

Senator Linda Newell (D-Littleton) has been chosen by the South Metro Denver Chamber of Commerce’s Executive Board of Women in Leadership to receive the distinguished Community Leader award for 2010.  Senator Newell was selected out of a large pool of qualified female leaders to receive the prestigious award for her exceptional vision, enthusiasm, ability to inspire others, and commitment to the advancement of women in society.

Senator Newell will be presented with the award this Friday August 27th at the 2nd Annual Women’s Leadership Conference and Awards Luncheon in Denver.  More than 200 hundred women from around the state are expected to attend to hear presenters discuss topics ranging from social marketing to online networking.  

“It is truly an honor to be recognized by a group of such outstanding women,” stated Sen. Newell. “Every woman in this organization is herself a motivated leader who has dedicated her time to giving back to the community, facilitating job growth, and helping other women to develop professionally. I applaud these ladies and share this award with all of them.”

Both in her professional work in human resources and in her time as a state legislator Senator Newell has encouraged workforce development and education and has striven to champion women’s rights and women in leadership.  The Women in Leadership program serves more than 400 members, and was created by the South Metro Chamber of Commerce to provide education, inspiration, and support for professional women.