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🎉🎉 Congratulations to Audrey Lewis, Nashville Chapter, as the winner of the member profile update drawing!

Congratulations also to the Alabama and South Texas chapters for achieving 💯 completion of their members’ profiles - wow! In a random drawing tiebreaker, the South Texas chapter has won the chapter prize for the 2026 profile update campaign. Great job everyone! 👏🏻 👏🏼👏🏽👏🏾👏🏿

Have you registered for the WiNUP conference? 🎟️🚂🏨 Check something off your Sunday scaries list and register tonight to make the deadline for the drawing to be upgraded to a train car room!

WiNUP Conference - The Women's International Network of Utility Professionals

Raise your hand if you’re excited for the WiNUP conference! 🙋🏼‍♀️🙋🏻‍♀️🙋🏽‍♀️🙋🏾‍♀️🙋🏿‍♀️ Get ready to be inspired - keynote speaker Rosie Ward, CEO of Salveo Partners has a message for us! “Full Steam Ahead: From Shrinking to Shaping the Future” will be our Monday morning keynote. Visit www.WiNUP.org/conference to reserve your seat today! 🎟️🚂

All aboard! 🚂 Registration is now open for the 2026 WiNUP International Conference in Indianapolis, and we're offering an incentive for early-bird registrants! 🎉

For those registering by June 1, you will be entered to enjoy a stay in a restored Pullman railcar at our host hotel, Crowne Plaza Indianapolis, offering a memorable blend of historic charm and modern comfort. The winner will be announced on June 2.

Already registered? You're entered! There are no other steps needed. See you in Indianapolis! 🚂

📢 Did you know? The WiNUP Past Presidents’ Council (PPC) sponsors the conference grant program to assist a qualified and deserving member with up to $600 towards travel expenses to attend the conference. ✈️🏨💸

Visit www.winup.org/conference and look for eligibility rules and the application form on the Attendee Information page - applications are due May 18!

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Only a few days left to apply for a WiNUP scholarship of up to $2000! Visit www.WiNUP.org/scholarships and submit your application before May 1 🎓📚

Happy ! Anyone else find a renewed sense of wonder and appreciation for our beautiful planet alongside all of the 🌑🌎 from the Artemis mission?

This Lineworker Appreciation Day, we honor the women who paved the way.

Patricia Lee—mother of past WINUP President Trishia Lee Swayne—served as a Systems Technician with South Central Bell (later AT&T) from 1968–1985, doing hands-on technical work in a male-dominated field. Her words say it best:

“Proving I was just as good… and deserved respect.”

Tougher than steel—and a legacy that lasts. 💪

Becky Whitenack Earns SWEPCO’s Top Volunteer Honor for 2025

Congratulations to WiNUP ArkLaTex chapter member Becky Whitenack, who has been named SWEPCO’s 2025 Volunteer of the Year for her contributions to East Texas organizations that strengthen families, support youth, and uplift families in need.

WiNUP President Kristin Duggins joins in recognizing Becky’s extraordinary commitment to her community: “I’ve had the pleasure of knowing Becky even before our WiNUP journey began, and from the very start, Becky has always stood out as incredibly hospitable, pleasant, and genuinely wonderful to work with. Joining forces in WiNUP and getting to collaborate with Becky has truly been a joy - her positive energy and commitment only shine brighter every time we work together. The communities around her benefit from her giving nature and are fortunate to have her. Honestly, seeing Becky receive this recognition is no surprise to anyone who knows her. Congratulations, Becky!”

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SWEPCO President Brett Mattison presented Whitenack with the award during an April recognition lunch in Shreveport that honored employees who make a meaningful difference in their communities through volunteer service.